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Epson AcuLaser C4200DN vs HP Color LaserJet 3000 Printer

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  • 41specifications compared
  • 33differ
  • 8identical
  • 99known for one product only

Key differences

  • Duplex printing
    • AcuLaser C4200DN:Yes
    • Color LaserJet 3000 Printer:No
  • Maximum resolution
    • AcuLaser C4200DN:1200 x 1200 DPI
    • Color LaserJet 3000 Printer:600 x 600 DPI
  • Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)
    • AcuLaser C4200DN:35 ppm
    • Color LaserJet 3000 Printer:29 ppm
  • Print speed (colour, normal quality, A4/US Letter)
    • AcuLaser C4200DN:25 ppm
    • Color LaserJet 3000 Printer:15 ppm
  • Warm-up time
    • AcuLaser C4200DN:30 s
    • Color LaserJet 3000 Printer:62 s
  • Time to first page (black, normal)
    • AcuLaser C4200DN:10 s
    • Color LaserJet 3000 Printer:11 s
  • Time to first page (colour, normal)
    • AcuLaser C4200DN:10 s
    • Color LaserJet 3000 Printer:15 s
  • Total input capacity
    • AcuLaser C4200DN:700 sheets
    • Color LaserJet 3000 Printer:350 sheets

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Comparison of AcuLaser C4200DN, Color LaserJet 3000 Printer
140 specifications
Printing7 differ
Duplex printingDiffersYesNo
Maximum resolutionDiffers1200 x 1200 DPI600 x 600 DPI
Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)Differs35 ppm29 ppm
Print speed (colour, normal quality, A4/US Letter)Differs25 ppm15 ppm
Warm-up timeDiffers30 s62 s
Time to first page (black, normal)Differs10 s11 s
Time to first page (colour, normal)Differs10 s15 s
Featuresidentical
Number of print cartridgesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source4
Country of originKnown for oneChinaUnknown — not stated by the source
Input & output capacity2 differ
Total input capacityDiffers700 sheets350 sheets
Maximum input capacityDiffers2350 sheets850 sheets
Maximum output capacityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source250 sheets
Total number of input traysKnown for one1Unknown — not stated by the source
Paper handling2 differ
Paper tray media typesDiffersEnvelopesEnvelopes, Glossy paper, Labels, Plain paper
Non-ISO print media sizesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceExecutive
JIS B-series sizes (B0...B9)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceB5
Envelopes sizesDiffersDL, C6, C5B5, C5, DL
Duplex media weightKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source60 - 120 g/m²
Media size (tray 1)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceA4, A5, B5 (JIS), executive (JIS), envelopes (DL, C5, B5), 76 x 127 to 216 x 356 mm
Media types supportedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourcePaper (plain, glossy), envelopes, labels, cardstock
Media weight (tray 1)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source60 - 175 g/m2
Maximum print sizeKnown for one210 x 297 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9)Known for oneB5Unknown — not stated by the source
Paper tray media weightKnown for one60 - 216 g/m²Unknown — not stated by the source
Network1 differ
Network readyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Supported network protocols (IPv4)DiffersTCP/IP: LPR, FTP, IPP, PORT2501, PORT9100, NetBIOS over TCP/IP, NetBIOS over NetBEUI, NDS Print Server, Bindery Print Server, Remote Printer; AppleTalkVia HP Jetdirect Print Servers: TCP/IP (IP Direct Mode; may require software from the NOS vendor or third party vendor: LPD, FTP, IPP), IPX/SPX, DLC/LLC, AppleTalk, Auto-IP, Apple Rendezvous-compatible, NDS, Bindery, NCP, Telnet, SLP, IGMP, BOOTP/DHCP, WINS, SNMP (v 1, 2c, 3), HTTP
Management protocolsKnown for oneTCP/IP: SNMP, HTTP, TELNET, DHCP, BOOTP, APIPA, PING, DDNS, Rendezvous (mDNS), SNTP, SSDP. NetBEUI: SNMP; sNetWare and AppleTalk: SNMPUnknown — not stated by the source
Performance4 differ
Internal memoryDiffers128 MB32 MB
Maximum internal memoryDiffers1024 MB512 MB
Processor modelDiffersPowerPCMIPS 20KC
Processor frequencyDiffers600 MHz533 MHz
Sound pressure level (printing)Known for one55 dBUnknown — not stated by the source
Powersave acoustic emissionKnown for one35 dBUnknown — not stated by the source
Power1 differ
Power consumption (PowerSave)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source15 W
Power consumption (off)Differs0 W0.5 W
Power consumption (printing)Known for one960 WUnknown — not stated by the source
Power consumption (standby)Known for one71 WUnknown — not stated by the source
System requirementsidentical
Minimum system requirements for MacintoshKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceMac OS 9.2, Mac OS X v 10.1, 160 MB available hard disk space, USB port or IEEE 1284-B compliant bidirectional parallel port, CD-ROM drive
Operational conditions2 differ
Operating temperature (T-T)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source10 - 27 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source0 - 35 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)Differs15 - 85%10 - 70%
Storage relative humidity (H-H)Differs15 - 80%10 - 90%
Weight & dimensions2 differ
WeightDiffers34.5 kg27.1 kg
Dimensions (WxDxH)Differs437 x 588 x 457 mm413 x 510 x 430 mm
WidthKnown for one437 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
DepthKnown for one588 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
HeightKnown for one457 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Packaging data1 differ
Package weightDiffers41.8 kg30.1 kg
Package widthKnown for one555 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Package depthKnown for one875 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Package heightKnown for one589 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Packaging contentidentical
Bundled softwareKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourcePrint drivers and installation software on CD-ROM (HP PCL 5c, HP PCL 6, HP Postscript emulation)
Logistics dataidentical
Layers per palletKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source5 pc(s)
Harmonized System (HS) codeKnown for one84433210Unknown — not stated by the source
Pallet gross widthKnown for one120 cmUnknown — not stated by the source
Pallet gross heightKnown for one100 cmUnknown — not stated by the source
Products per pallet layerKnown for one2 pc(s)Unknown — not stated by the source
Products per palletKnown for one2 pc(s)Unknown — not stated by the source
Pallet length (UK)Known for one120 cmUnknown — not stated by the source
Pallet height (UK)Known for one74.2 cmUnknown — not stated by the source
Products per pallet layer (UK)Known for one2 pc(s)Unknown — not stated by the source
Products per pallet (UK)Known for one2 pc(s)Unknown — not stated by the source
Other features11 differ
Minimum system requirementsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceWindows 2000: 133 MHz processor, 64 MB RAM; Windows XP: 233 MHz processor, 64
Printer managementKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceHP Web Jetadmin, HP Easy Printer Care Software, HP Embedded Web Server
Power requirementsDiffers220/240V, 50/60Hz100 - 127 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 2 Hz); 220 - 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 2 Hz)
Electromagnetic compatibilityDiffersEN55022 (CIRSPR Publication22), Class B; EN61000-3-2 (Harmonics) Class A; EN61000-3-3 (Flicker)CISPR 22:1993/EN 55022:1994 Class B, EN 61000-3-2:2000, EN 61000-3-3:1995, EN 55024:1998, FCC Title 47 CFR, Part 15 Class B (USA), ICES-003, Issue 4, (Canada), GB9254-1998, EMC Directive 89/336/EEC with CE Marking (Europe), other EMC approvals as required by individual countries
Compatible operating systemsDiffersMac OS 10.3+, Windows 2000, Windows XPMicrosoft Windows 2000, XP Home, XP Professional, Server 2003, Vista Mac OS 9.2 +
Downloadable softwareKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceDownload HP Universal Print Driver Series for Windows 1.0 from http:///go/mpd4w or http:///go/universal_driver
Networking featuresDiffersEthernet/Fast EthernetVia HP Jetdirect Fast Ethernet Embedded Print Server (standard for 3000n, 3000dn, 3000dtn), Gigabit (optional), 802.11g wireless (optional), Bluetooth wireless (optional) Optional HP Jetdirect Fast Ethernet Embedded Print Server
SafetyDiffersIEC60950 3rd Edition; EN60950 3rd Edition; IEC60825 Class 1 Laser Product; CE Directive; Nordic Agency ApprovalsIEC 60950-1 (International), EN 60950-1 (EU), IEC 60825-1, UL/cUL Listed (US/Canada), GS License (Europe), EN 60825-1 Class 1, 21 CFR Ch. 1/SubCh. J (Class 1 Laser/LED Device), GB4943-2001, Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC with CE Marking (Europe). Other safety approvals as required by individual cou
Size (imperial)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source7.62 cm (3")
Standard input traysKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source2
Package dimensions (WxDxH)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source575 x 570 x 516 mm
Print quality (black, draft quality)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source600 DPI
Print quality (black, normal quality)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source600 DPI
Recommended operating temperature range (T-T)Differs10 - 32 °C17 - 25 °C
I/O portsDiffersUSB IEEE 1284 Parallel (Windows only) Ethernet (RJ-45)1 USB, 1 EIO
Input capacity for envelopes (primary tray)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source10 sheets
Custom media sizesDiffers90 x 139.7mm - 220 x 355.6mmTray 1: 76 x 127 to 216 x 356 mm; Tray 2: 148 x 210 to 216 x 356 mm
Standard media sizesDiffersA4, A5, B5, LT, GLT, HLT, Executive, F4, LGL13, LGL14A4, A5, B5 (JIS), executive (JIS), envelopes (DL, C5, B5)
Memory upgradeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source0.512 GB
Print margin bottom (A4)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source5 mm
Print margin left (A4)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source5 mm
Print margin right (A4)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source5 mm
Print margin top (A4)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source5 mm
TypefacesDiffers84 ESC/Page, 17 PS3, 10 ESC/P2, 8 I239X, 93 PCL5c, ESC/Page, 7 PCL5c, Code39, Code128, Interleaved 2of5, UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN-8, EAN-13, Codabar80 built-in fonts available for both PCL and Postscript emulation, printer-matching screen fonts in TrueType format available with the software solution
Recommended media weightDiffers60 - 216 g/m²Tray 1: 60 - 175; Tray 2: 60 - 120
Standard output capacity for envelopesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source10 sheets
Acoustic power emissionsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source6.9 B(A)
Acoustic pressure emissionsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source55 dB
Print quality (colour, best quality)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source600 DPI
Duplex print optionsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceManual (driver support provided)
Duty cycle letter size (maximum)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source60000 pages per month
Print speed (colour, best quality, A4)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source15 ppm
Print speed (black, best quality, A4)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source29 ppm
Colour printing technologyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceHP ImageREt 2400
Paper handlingKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source100-sheet multipurpose tray 1, 250-sheet input tray 2, optional 500-sheet paper tray 3, 250-sheet face-down output bin
Acoustic power emissions (ready)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source53 dB
Acoustic pressure emissions bystander (active, print, copy or scan)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source55 dB(A)
Acoustic pressure emissions bystander (ready)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source39 dB
Control panelKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source2-line graphical display, 4 lights (Attention, Data, Ready, Toner), 4 buttons (Help, Menu, Select, Stop), 3 navigation arrow buttons (Back, Down, Up)
Driver updatesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceFor a list of printer drivers and updated HP printer software for all supported operating systems, go to http:///support
Duplex supported media sizeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceA4
First page out (black&white, A4, ready)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source11 s
First page out (black&white, letter, ready)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source11 s
First page out (black&white, letter, sleep)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source63.5 s
Maximum paper traysKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source3
Media size (tray 2)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceA4, A5, B5 (JIS), 148 x 210 - 216 x 356 mm
Media type and capacity (tray 2)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceSheets: 250; labels: 100
Media weight (tray 2)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source60 - 120 g/m2
Media weight (tray 3)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source60 - 120 g/m2
Memory technologyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceDDR1 SO DIMM
Operating altitude (imperial)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source8530 ft
Package weight (imperial)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source29.9 kg (66 lbs)
Pallet weight (imperial)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source499 kg (1100 lbs)
Paper handling optional/inputKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source500-sheet paper tray
Paper handling standard/inputKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source100-sheet multipurpose tray, 250-sheet input tray
Paper handling standard/outputKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source250-sheet face-down output bin
Power consumption (active)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source409 W
Print quality (black, best quality)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source600 x 600 DPI
Print speed (black, best quality, letter)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source30 ppm
Print speed (colour, best quality, letter)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source15 ppm
Security management descriptionKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceManagement security: SNMP v3, SSL/TLS (HTTPS); Optional network security: IPsec, 802.1x authentication; Wireless network security: Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA), WEP encryption (40/64- and 128-bit), 802.1x authentication (EAP-PEAP, LEAP, EAP-TTLS, EAP-TLS, EAP-MD5) with RADIUS servers
Standard output capacity for transparenciesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source60 sheets
Technical featuresKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceWork quickly and efficiently with a fast device that delivers black and white and colour in one. Simplify printer maintenance with HP Smart Printing technology in HP supplies and in the printer.* Experience the advantages of colour, but keep its usage in check with HP's colour access controls.
Upgrade typeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceColor tables, formatter firmware, software drivers
Weight (imperial)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source27 kg (59.6 lbs)
EmulationsKnown for oneESC/P, ESC/P2, ESC/Page, ESC/Page-Colour, PCL5c (optional), PCL6 (optional), Genuine Postscript 3TM, FX, I239XUnknown — not stated by the source
Quantity per packKnown for one1 pc(s)Unknown — not stated by the source
Designidentical
Market positioningKnown for oneHome & officeUnknown — not stated by the source
DisplayKnown for oneLCDUnknown — not stated by the source
Sustainabilityidentical
Sustainability certificatesKnown for oneENERGY STARUnknown — not stated by the source

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