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HP DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript vs HP DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer

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  • 9differ
  • 41identical
  • 17known for one product only

Key differences

The HP DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript has 10 kg more weight than the HP DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer (96 kg vs 86 kg). The HP DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript has 9 kg more package weight than the HP DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer (132 kg vs 123 kg). The HP DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer has 492 more UNSPSC-code than the HP DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript (43212104 vs 43211612). Only the HP DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer has built-in display. Print technology: Inkjet on the HP DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript, Thermal inkjet on the HP DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer.

  • Print technology
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript:Inkjet
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer:Thermal inkjet
  • Ethernet LAN data rates
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript:10,100,1000 Mbit/s
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer:1000 Mbit/s
  • Built-in display
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript:No
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer:Yes
  • Country of origin
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript:China
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer:Singapore, Malaysia
  • Weight
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript:96 kg
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer:86 kg
  • Package weight
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript:132 kg
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer:123 kg
  • UNSPSC-code
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript:43211612
    • DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer:43212104

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Comparison of DesignJet Z6 44-in PostScript, DesignJet Z6 44-in PS Printer
67 specifications
Printing1 differ
Print technologyDiffersInkjetThermal inkjet
ColourYesYes
Maximum resolution2400 x 1200 DPI2400 x 1200 DPI
Print resolution colour2400 x 1200 DPI2400 x 1200 DPI
Number of print cartridges66
Page description languagesPostScript 3, PDF 1.7, HP-GL/2, TIFF, JPEG, HP-RTL, CALS G4PostScript 3, PDF 1.7, HP-GL/2, TIFF, JPEG, HP-RTL, CALS G4
Printing coloursCyan, Photo black, Matte black, Magenta, YellowCyan, Photo black, Matte black, Magenta, Yellow
Print cartridge volume (metric)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source300 ml
Copyingidentical
CopyingNoNo
Scanningidentical
ScanningKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Paper handlingidentical
Maximum print size1118 x 1676 mm1118 x 1676 mm
Paper tray media typesCoated paper, Bond paper, Photo paper, BannerCoated paper, Bond paper, Photo paper, Banner
ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9)A0, A1, A2, A3, A4A0, A1, A2, A3, A4
Cut sheetsYesYes
Media thickness0.8 mm0.8 mm
Maximum roll widthKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source111.8 cm
Maximum roll diameterKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source13.5 cm
Print margin cut-sheet5 x 17 x 5 x 55 x 17 x 5 x 5
Print margin rollKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source5 mm
Custom media sizes210 x 279 to 1118 x 1676 mm210 x 279 to 1118 x 1676 mm
Recommended media weightKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source80 - 500 g/m²
Ports & interfaces1 differ
Ethernet LANYesYes
Wi-FiNoNo
USB portYesYes
Direct printingYesYes
Ethernet LAN data ratesDiffers10,100,1000 Mbit/s1000 Mbit/s
Wi-Fi DirectYesYes
Mobile printing technologiesHP ePrintHP ePrint
Ethernet interface typeKnown for oneFast Ethernet, Gigabit EthernetUnknown — not stated by the source
USB connectorKnown for oneUSB Type-AUnknown — not stated by the source
RJ-45 ports quantityKnown for one1Unknown — not stated by the source
Performance2 differ
Product colourBlackBlack
Built-in displayDiffersNoYes
Internal storage capacityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source500 GB
Country of originDiffersChinaSingapore, Malaysia
CertificationCompliant with Class A requirements, including: USA (FCC rules), Canada (ICES), EU (EMC Directive), Australia (ACMA), New Zealand (RSM), China (CCC), Japan (VCCI), Korea (KCC), South Africa (SABS)Compliant with Class A requirements, including: USA (FCC rules), Canada (ICES), EU (EMC Directive), Australia (ACMA), New Zealand (RSM), China (CCC), Japan (VCCI), Korea (KCC), South Africa (SABS)
HP segmentBusinessBusiness
Brand-specific featuresidentical
HP Dynamic securityYesYes
HP GTIN (EAN/UPC)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source198701770725
HP ePrintKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
HP Web JetadminKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Poweridentical
Power consumption (off)0.1 W0.1 W
Power consumption (sleep)6.5 W6.5 W
Power consumption (typical)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source100 W
AC input voltage100 - 240 V100 - 240 V
AC input frequency50/60 Hz50/60 Hz
Power supplyKnown for one100 WUnknown — not stated by the source
Operational conditionsidentical
Operating temperature (T-T)5 - 40 °C5 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)20 - 80%20 - 80%
Storage temperature (T-T)-25 - 55 °C-25 - 55 °C
Sustainabilityidentical
Sustainability certificatesENERGY STARENERGY STAR
Sustainable technologies and materials30% post-consumer recycled plastic; Free, convenient HP ink cartridge and printhead recycling with HP Planet Partners; Highest WIR Print Permanence Ratings in the Industry; ENERGY STAR certified; EPEAT registered30% post-consumer recycled plastic; Free, convenient HP ink cartridge and printhead recycling with HP Planet Partners; Highest WIR Print Permanence Ratings in the Industry; ENERGY STAR certified; EPEAT registered
Sustainability complianceYesYes
Weight & dimensions1 differ
Width1802 mm1802 mm
Depth695 mm695 mm
Height998 mm998 mm
WeightDiffers96 kg86 kg
Packaging data2 differ
Package width1950 mm1950 mm
Package depth766 mm766 mm
Package height718 mm718 mm
Package weightDiffers132 kg123 kg
Bundled softwareDiffersHP Click printing software, HP PrintOS Production Hub, HP Web Jetadmin, HP Partner Link, HP Security Manager (optional), HP SmartStream (optional)HP Click printing software, HP PrintOS, HP Web Jetadmin, HP DesignJet Utility including HP Color Center, HP Partner Link, HP JetAdvantage Security Manager (optional), HP SmartStream (optional)
Cartridge(s) includedKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Quick start guideKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Other features1 differ
Electromagnetic compatibilityCompliant with Class A requirements, including: USA (FCC rules), Canada (ICES), EU (EMC Directive), Australia (ACMA), New Zealand (RSM), China (CCC), Japan (VCCI), Korea (KCC), South Africa (SABS)Compliant with Class A requirements, including: USA (FCC rules), Canada (ICES), EU (EMC Directive), Australia (ACMA), New Zealand (RSM), China (CCC), Japan (VCCI), Korea (KCC), South Africa (SABS)
UNSPSC-codeDiffers4321161243212104
Technical details1 differ
Box contentsDiffersHP DesignJet Z6 PostScript Printer, printheads, introductory ink cartridges, printer stand and media bin, spindle, 3-in core adapter[9], quick reference guide, setup poster, power cordHP DesignJet Z6 PostScript Printer, printheads, introductory ink cartridges, printer stand and media bin, spindle, 3-in core adapter, quick reference guide, setup poster, power cord

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