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HP Color LaserJet 3000dn Printer vs HP Color LaserJet 3000n Printer

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  • 97specifications compared
  • 24differ
  • 73identical
  • 26known for one product only

Key differences

  • Warm-up time
    • Color LaserJet 3000dn Printer:67 s
    • Color LaserJet 3000n Printer:62 s
  • Media weight (tray 1)
    • Color LaserJet 3000dn Printer:60 to 175 g/m2
    • Color LaserJet 3000n Printer:60 - 175 g/m2
  • Internal memory
    • Color LaserJet 3000dn Printer:256 MB
    • Color LaserJet 3000n Printer:128 MB
  • Power consumption (printing)
    • Color LaserJet 3000dn Printer:48 W
    • Color LaserJet 3000n Printer:409 W
  • Operating temperature (T-T)
    • Color LaserJet 3000dn Printer:63 - 77 °F
    • Color LaserJet 3000n Printer:10 - 27 °C
  • Weight
    • Color LaserJet 3000dn Printer:28 kg
    • Color LaserJet 3000n Printer:27.1 kg
  • Maximum dimensions (W x D x H)
    • Color LaserJet 3000dn Printer:413 x 818 x 466 mm
    • Color LaserJet 3000n Printer:399 x 450 x 399 mm
  • Package weight
    • Color LaserJet 3000dn Printer:31 kg
    • Color LaserJet 3000n Printer:30.1 kg

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Comparison of Color LaserJet 3000dn Printer, Color LaserJet 3000n Printer
123 specifications
Printing1 differ
ColourKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Print technologyLaserLaser
Duplex printingKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Maximum resolutionKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source600 x 600 DPI
Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)29 ppm29 ppm
Print speed (colour, normal quality, A4/US Letter)15 ppm15 ppm
Warm-up timeDiffers67 s62 s
Time to first page (black, normal)11 s11 s
Time to first page (colour, normal)15 s15 s
Featuresidentical
Maximum duty cycleKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source60000 pages per month
Number of print cartridges44
Input & output capacityidentical
Total input capacity350 sheets350 sheets
Total output capacity250 sheets250 sheets
Maximum input capacityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source10850 sheets
Maximum output capacity250 sheets250 sheets
Paper handling1 differ
Maximum ISO A-series paper sizeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceA4
Paper tray media typesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceEnvelopes, Glossy paper, Labels, Plain paper
ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceA4, A5
ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceB5
Non-ISO print media sizesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceExecutive
Envelopes sizesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceB5, C5, DL
Duplex media weight60 - 120 g/m²60 - 120 g/m²
Media size (tray 1)A4, A5, B5 (JIS), executive (JIS), envelopes (DL, C5, B5), 76 x 127 to 216 x 356 mmA4, A5, B5 (JIS), executive (JIS), envelopes (DL, C5, B5), 76 x 127 to 216 x 356 mm
Media types supportedPaper (plain, glossy), envelopes, labels, cardstockPaper (plain, glossy), envelopes, labels, cardstock
Media weight (tray 1)Differs60 to 175 g/m260 - 175 g/m2
Networkidentical
Network readyYesYes
Supported network protocols (IPv4)Via 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), HTTPVia 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
Performance1 differ
Internal memoryDiffers256 MB128 MB
Maximum internal memoryKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source512 MB
Built-in processorYesYes
Processor modelMIPS 20KCMIPS 20KC
Processor frequency533 MHz533 MHz
Power1 differ
Power consumption (printing)Differs48 W409 W
Power consumption (PowerSave)15 W15 W
Power consumption (off)0.5 W0.5 W
System requirementsidentical
Minimum system requirements for MacintoshMac 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 driveMac 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 conditions1 differ
Operating temperature (T-T)Differs63 - 77 °F10 - 27 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)0 - 35 °C0 - 35 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 70%10 - 70%
Storage relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90%10 - 90%
Weight & dimensions2 differ
WeightDiffers28 kg27.1 kg
Dimensions (WxDxH)413 x 510 x 430 mm413 x 510 x 430 mm
Maximum dimensions (W x D x H)Differs413 x 818 x 466 mm399 x 450 x 399 mm
Pallet dimensions (W x D x H)Known for one1175 x 1175 x 2292 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Packaging data1 differ
Package weightDiffers31 kg30.1 kg
Packaging contentidentical
Bundled softwarePrint drivers and installation software on CD-ROM (HP PCL 5c, HP PCL 6, HP Postscript emulation)Print drivers and installation software on CD-ROM (HP PCL 5c, HP PCL 6, HP Postscript emulation)
Logistics dataidentical
Master (outer) cases per pallet4 pc(s)4 pc(s)
Layers per pallet3 pc(s)3 pc(s)
Other features16 differ
Minimum system requirementsWindows 2000: 133 MHz processor, 64 MB RAM; Windows XP: 233 MHz processor, 64 MB RAM; Windows Server 2003 (standard edition): 550 MHz processor, 128 MB RAM; 220 MB available hard disk space for Windows, 1 GHz processor, 512 MB RAM (Windows Vista, check user guide for minimum hard drive space), CD-ROWindows 2000: 133 MHz processor, 64 MB RAM; Windows XP: 233 MHz processor, 64 MB RAM; Windows Server 2003 (standard edition): 550 MHz processor, 128 MB RAM; 220 MB available hard disk space for Windows, 1 GHz processor, 512 MB RAM (Windows Vista, check user guide for minimum hard drive space), CD-RO
Printer managementHP Web Jetadmin, HP Easy Printer Care Software, HP Embedded Web ServerHP Web Jetadmin, HP Easy Printer Care Software, HP Embedded Web Server
Power requirementsDiffersInput voltage 100 to 127 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 2 Hz); input voltage 220 to 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 2 Hz)100 - 127 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 2 Hz); 220 - 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 2 Hz)
Electromagnetic compatibilityCISPR 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 countriesCISPR 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 systemsDiffersMicrosoft Windows 2000, XP Home, XP Professional, Server 2003; Certified for Windows Vista; Mac OS 9.2, Mac OS X v 10.2.8, Mac OS X v 10.3, Mac OS X v 10.4 or higherMicrosoft Windows 2000, XP Home, XP Professional, Server 2003; Windows Vista; Mac OS 9.2, Mac OS X v 10.2.8, Mac OS X v 10.3, Mac OS X v 10.4 +
Downloadable softwareDownload HP Universal Print Driver Series for Windows 1.0 from http:///go/mpd4w or http:///go/universal_driverDownload HP Universal Print Driver Series for Windows 1.0 from http:///go/mpd4w or http:///go/universal_driver
Networking featuresVia HP Jetdirect Fast Ethernet Embedded Print Server (standard for 3000n, 3000dn, 3000dtn), Gigabit (optional), 802.11g wireless (optional), Bluetooth wireless (optional) HP Jetdirect Fast Ethernet Embedded Print ServerVia HP Jetdirect Fast Ethernet Embedded Print Server (standard for 3000n, 3000dn, 3000dtn), Gigabit (optional), 802.11g wireless (optional), Bluetooth wireless (optional) HP Jetdirect Fast Ethernet Embedded Print Server
Product dimensions when open (LxWxD)Differs41.3 cm (16.2")39.9 cm (15.7")
SafetyIEC 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 couIEC 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)Differs41.3 cm (16.2")39.9 cm (15.7")
Standard input trays22
Package dimensions (WxDxH)Differs575 x 570 x 538 mm575 x 570 x 516 mm
Print quality (black, draft quality)600 DPI600 DPI
Print quality (black, normal quality)600 DPI600 DPI
Recommended operating temperature range (T-T)17 - 25 °C17 - 25 °C
I/O ports1 USB, 1 EIO1 USB, 1 EIO
Input capacity for envelopes (primary tray)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source10 sheets
Custom media sizesTray 1: 76 x 127 to 216 x 356 mm; Tray 2: 148 x 210 to 216 x 356 mmTray 1: 76 x 127 to 216 x 356 mm; Tray 2: 148 x 210 to 216 x 356 mm
Standard media sizesA4, A5, B5 (JIS), executive (JIS), envelopes (DL, C5, B5)A4, A5, B5 (JIS), executive (JIS), envelopes (DL, C5, B5)
Memory upgrade0.512 GB0.512 GB
Print margin bottom (A4)5 mm5 mm
Print margin left (A4)5 mm5 mm
Print margin right (A4)5 mm5 mm
Print margin top (A4)5 mm5 mm
Typefaces80 built-in fonts available for both PCL and Postscript emulation, printer-matching screen fonts in TrueType format available with the software solution80 built-in fonts available for both PCL and Postscript emulation, printer-matching screen fonts in TrueType format available with the software solution
Recommended media weightDiffersTray 1: 60 - 175; Au-matic two-sided printing unit, Tray 2: 60 - 120Tray 1: 60 - 175; Tray 2: 60 - 120
Standard output capacity for envelopes10 sheets10 sheets
Acoustic power emissions6.9 B(A)6.9 B(A)
Acoustic pressure emissions55 dB55 dB
Print quality (colour, best quality)600 DPI600 DPI
Duplex print optionsDiffersAutomatic (standard)Manual (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)15 ppm15 ppm
Print speed (black, best quality, A4)29 ppm29 ppm
Colour printing technologyHP ImageREt 2400HP ImageREt 2400
Paper handlingDiffers100-sheet multipurpose tray 1, 250-sheet input tray 2, optional 500-sheet tray 3, 250-sheet face-down output bin100-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)53 dB53 dB
Acoustic pressure emissions bystander (active, print, copy or scan)55 dB(A)55 dB(A)
Acoustic pressure emissions bystander (ready)39 dB39 dB
Control panel2-line graphical display, 4 lights (Attention, Data, Ready, Toner), 4 buttons (Help, Menu, Select, Stop), 3 navigation arrow buttons (Back, Down, Up)2-line graphical display, 4 lights (Attention, Data, Ready, Toner), 4 buttons (Help, Menu, Select, Stop), 3 navigation arrow buttons (Back, Down, Up)
Driver updatesFor a list of printer drivers and updated HP printer software for all supported operating systems, go to http:///supportFor a list of printer drivers and updated HP printer software for all supported operating systems, go to http:///support
Duplex supported media sizeA4A4
First page out (black&white, A4, ready)11 s11 s
First page out (black&white, letter, ready)11 s11 s
Maximum paper trays33
Media size (tray 2)DiffersA4, A5, B5 (JIS), 148 x 210 to 216 x 356 mmA4, A5, B5 (JIS), 148 x 210 - 216 x 356 mm
Media type and capacity (tray 2)Sheets: 250; labels: 100Sheets: 250; labels: 100
Media weight (tray 2)Differs60 to 120 g/m260 - 120 g/m2
Media weight (tray 3)Differs60 to 120 g/m260 - 120 g/m2
Memory technologyDDR1 SO DIMMDDR1 SO DIMM
Package dimensions (W x D x H)Differs574 x 571.5 x 538.5 mm (22.6 x 22.5 x 21.2")574 x 571.5 x 515.6 mm (22.6 x 22.5 x 20.3")
Package weight (imperial)Differs30.8 kg (68 lbs)29.9 kg (66 lbs)
Paper handling optional/input500-sheet paper tray500-sheet paper tray
Paper handling standard/input100-sheet multipurpose tray, 250-sheet input tray100-sheet multipurpose tray, 250-sheet input tray
Paper handling standard/output250-sheet face-down output bin250-sheet face-down output bin
Print quality (black, best quality)600 x 600 DPI600 x 600 DPI
Print speed (black, best quality, letter)Differs< 30 ppm30 ppm
Print speed (colour, best quality, letter)Differs< 15 ppm15 ppm
Security management descriptionManagement 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 serversManagement 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 transparencies60 sheets60 sheets
Technical featuresWork 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.Work 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.
UNSPSC-code8111220181112201
Upgrade typeColor tables, formatter firmware, software driversColor tables, formatter firmware, software drivers
Weight (imperial)Differs61.6 lb27 kg (59.6 lbs)
Envelope feederKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Duplex bindingKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
First page out (black&white, letter, sleep)Known for one63.5 sUnknown — not stated by the source
Media handlingKnown for oneSheetfedUnknown — not stated by the source
Media sizes supported (imperial)Known for oneLetter, legal, 8.5 x 13 in, statement, executive, envelopes (No. 10, Monarch)Unknown — not stated by the source
Operating altitude (imperial)Known for one8530 ftUnknown — not stated by the source
Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) (imperial)Known for one1176 x 1176 x 2291.1 mm (46.3 x 46.3 x 90.2")Unknown — not stated by the source
Recommended media weight (duplex, imperial)Known for one16 to 32 lbUnknown — not stated by the source
SureSupply connection typeKnown for oneDirect and NetworkUnknown — not stated by the source
SureSupply supportedKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Sustainabilityidentical
Sustainability certificatesKnown for oneBlue Angel, ENERGY STARUnknown — not stated by the source

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