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HP Color LaserJet 4700dn Printer vs HP Color LaserJet 4700n Printer

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  • 124specifications compared
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  • 108identical
  • 12known for one product only

Key differences

  • Duplex printing
    • Color LaserJet 4700dn Printer:Yes
    • Color LaserJet 4700n Printer:No
  • Wi-Fi
    • Color LaserJet 4700dn Printer:Yes
    • Color LaserJet 4700n Printer:No
  • Internal memory
    • Color LaserJet 4700dn Printer:288 MB
    • Color LaserJet 4700n Printer:160 MB
  • Product colour
    • Color LaserJet 4700dn Printer:Black, Grey, White
    • Color LaserJet 4700n Printer:Grey, White
  • Width
    • Color LaserJet 4700dn Printer:521 mm
    • Color LaserJet 4700n Printer:520.7 mm
  • Depth
    • Color LaserJet 4700dn Printer:598 mm
    • Color LaserJet 4700n Printer:950 mm
  • Height
    • Color LaserJet 4700dn Printer:628.6 mm
    • Color LaserJet 4700n Printer:581.7 mm
  • Weight
    • Color LaserJet 4700dn Printer:49.2 kg
    • Color LaserJet 4700n Printer:47.9 kg

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Comparison of Color LaserJet 4700dn Printer, Color LaserJet 4700n Printer
136 specifications
Printing1 differ
ColourYesYes
Print technologyLaserLaser
Duplex printingDiffersYesNo
Maximum resolution600 x 600 DPI600 x 600 DPI
Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)30 ppm30 ppm
Print speed (colour, normal quality, A4/US Letter)30, 3130, 31
Warm-up time126 s126 s
Time to first page (black, normal)10 s10 s
Time to first page (colour, normal)10 s10 s
Featuresidentical
Maximum duty cycle100000 pages per month100000 pages per month
Number of print cartridges44
Page description languagesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourcePCL 5c, PCL 6
Input & output capacityidentical
Total input capacity600 sheets600 sheets
Total output capacity500 sheets500 sheets
Maximum input capacity2600 sheets2600 sheets
Maximum output capacity750 sheets750 sheets
Paper handlingidentical
Maximum ISO A-series paper sizeA4A4
Paper tray media typesEnvelopes, Glossy paper, Labels, Plain paper, Recycled paper, TransparenciesEnvelopes, Glossy paper, Labels, Plain paper, Recycled paper, Transparencies
ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9)A4, A5A4, A5
Non-ISO print media sizesExecutiveExecutive
JIS B-series sizes (B0...B9)B5B5
Envelopes sizesB5, C5, DLB5, C5, DL
Duplex media weight60 - 120 g/m²60 - 120 g/m²
Media size (tray 1)A4, A5, B5 (JIS), executive (JIS), 16K, Dpostcard (JIS), envelopes (DL, C5, B5), 76 x 127 to 216 x 356 mmA4, A5, B5 (JIS), executive (JIS), 16K, Dpostcard (JIS), envelopes (DL, C5, B5), 76 x 127 to 216 x 356 mm
Media types supportedMultipurpose tray: paper (plain, glossy, colored, preprinted, letterhead, recycled, HP tough and high-gloss laser), envelopes, transparencies, labels, cardstock; 500-sheet input trays: paper (plain, glossy, colored, preprinted, letterhead, recycled, HP tough and high-gloss laser), transparencies, laMultipurpose tray: paper (plain, glossy, colored, preprinted, letterhead, recycled, HP tough and high-gloss laser), envelopes, transparencies, labels, cardstock; 500-sheet input trays: paper (plain, glossy, colored, preprinted, letterhead, recycled, HP tough and high-gloss laser), transparencies, la
Media weight (tray 1)60 - 220 g/m260 - 220 g/m2
Network1 differ
Wi-FiDiffersYesNo
Ethernet LANKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Network readyYesYes
Supported network protocols (IPv4)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 and 3, HTTP (with standard HP Jetdirect Embedded Fast EthernTCP/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 and 3, HTTP (with standard HP Jetdirect Embedded Fast Ethern
Performance1 differ
Internal memoryDiffers288 MB160 MB
Maximum internal memory512 MB512 MB
Card reader integratedKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Built-in processorYesYes
Processor modelMIPS RISCMIPS RISC
Processor frequency533 MHz533 MHz
Design1 differ
Product colourDiffersBlack, Grey, WhiteGrey, White
Built-in displayKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Poweridentical
Power consumption (printing)567 W567 W
Power consumption (PowerSave)17 W17 W
Power consumption (off)0.3 W0.3 W
System requirementsidentical
Minimum system requirements for MacintoshMac OS X v 10.2.8, 10.3, 10.4, 10.5, 10.6; 160 MB available hard disk space; CD-ROM drive; USB portMac OS X v 10.2.8, 10.3, 10.4, 10.5, 10.6; 160 MB available hard disk space; CD-ROM drive; USB port
Operational conditionsidentical
Operating temperature (T-T)62.6 - 77 °F62.6 - 77 °F
Storage temperature (T-T)0 - 35 °C0 - 35 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 80%10 - 80%
Storage relative humidity (H-H)10 - 85%10 - 85%
Non-operating altitudeKnown for one9144Unknown — not stated by the source
Sustainabilityidentical
Sustainability certificatesKnown for oneENERGY STARUnknown — not stated by the source
Weight & dimensions5 differ
WidthDiffers521 mm520.7 mm
DepthDiffers598 mm950 mm
HeightDiffers628.6 mm581.7 mm
WeightDiffers49.2 kg47.9 kg
Dimensions (WxDxH)Differs521 x 598 x 628.6 mm521 x 598 x 582 mm
Maximum dimensions (W x D x H)521 x 950 x 582 mm521 x 950 x 582 mm
Pallet dimensions (W x D x H)813 x 661 x 853 mm813 x 661 x 853 mm
Packaging dataidentical
Package widthKnown for one813 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Package depthKnown for one661 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Package heightKnown for one853 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Package weight66.5 kg66.5 kg
Packaging contentidentical
Bundled softwarePrint drivers and installation software on CD-ROM: HP PCL 5c, HP PCL 6, HP postscript level 3 emulation, HP LaserJet utility, Macintosh software, PostScript Printer Description filesPrint drivers and installation software on CD-ROM: HP PCL 5c, HP PCL 6, HP postscript level 3 emulation, HP LaserJet utility, Macintosh software, PostScript Printer Description files
Logistics data1 differ
Pallet gross weightDiffers67.8 kg66.5 kg
Products per pallet1 pc(s)1 pc(s)
Master (outer) cases per palletKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source5 pc(s)
Layers per palletKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source8 pc(s)
Other features6 differ
Mac compatibilityYesYes
Minimum system requirementsMicrosoft Windows 7 ready. For more information go to http:///go/windows7. Some features may not be available. Windows Vista: 1 GHz processor, 512 MB RAM (check User’s Guide for minimum hard drive space); Windows XP: 233 MHz processor, 64 MB RAM; Windows Server 2003 (standard edition): 550 MHz proceMicrosoft Windows 7 ready. For more information go to http:///go/windows7. Some features may not be available. Windows Vista: 1 GHz processor, 512 MB RAM (check User’s Guide for minimum hard drive space); Windows XP: 233 MHz processor, 64 MB RAM; Windows Server 2003 (standard edition): 550 MHz proce
Printer managementHP Embedded Web Server, HP Web Jetadmin, HP Easy Printer Care Software, HP LaserJet UtilityHP Embedded Web Server, HP Web Jetadmin, HP Easy Printer Care Software, HP LaserJet Utility
Power requirements100 - 127 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/-2 Hz); 220 - 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 compatibilityEMC: CISPR 22: 1993/A1, A2; EN 55022: 1994/A1, A2 Class B; EN 61000-3-2: 2000; EN 61000-3-3: 1995/A1; EN 55024: 1998/A1, A2; FCC Title 47 CFR, Part 15 Class B/ICES-003, Issue 4/GB9254-1998, GB17625.1-1998; EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and carries the CE-Marking accorEMC: CISPR 22: 1993/A1, A2; EN 55022: 1994/A1, A2 Class B; EN 61000-3-2: 2000; EN 61000-3-3: 1995/A1; EN 55024: 1998/A1, A2; FCC Title 47 CFR, Part 15 Class B/ICES-003, Issue 4/GB9254-1998, GB17625.1-1998; EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and carries the CE-Marking accor
Compatible operating systemsicrosoft Windows 2000, XP Home, XP Professional, XP Professional x64; Certified f/ Windows Vista; Windows Server 2003; Mac OS 9.x; Mac OS X v 10.1icrosoft Windows 2000, XP Home, XP Professional, XP Professional x64; Certified f/ Windows Vista; Windows Server 2003; Mac OS 9.x; Mac OS X v 10.1
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 featuresHP Jetdirect Fast Ethernet embedded print server Fast Ethernet (standard); Gigabit, 802.11g wireless, Bluetooth wireless (optional)HP Jetdirect Fast Ethernet embedded print server Fast Ethernet (standard); Gigabit, 802.11g wireless, Bluetooth wireless (optional)
SafetyArgentina (TUV S Mark-Rs.92/98/Ds.1009/98), Australia (AS/NZ 3260), Canada (cUL-CAN/CSA C22.2 No.60950-1-03), China (GB4943), Czech Republic (CSN-IEC 60950-1, IEC 60825-1), Estonia (EEI-EN60950-1, IEC 60825-1), EU (CE Mark-Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC), Germany (TUV-EN60950-1, IEC 60825-1), HungaArgentina (TUV S Mark-Rs.92/98/Ds.1009/98), Australia (AS/NZ 3260), Canada (cUL-CAN/CSA C22.2 No.60950-1-03), China (GB4943), Czech Republic (CSN-IEC 60950-1, IEC 60825-1), Estonia (EEI-EN60950-1, IEC 60825-1), EU (CE Mark-Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC), Germany (TUV-EN60950-1, IEC 60825-1), Hunga
Size (imperial)52.1 cm (20.5")52.1 cm (20.5")
Standard input trays22
Package dimensions (WxDxH)813 x 661 x 853 mm813 x 661 x 853 mm
Print quality (black, normal quality)600 DPI600 DPI
Recommended operating temperature range (T-T)17 - 25 °C17 - 25 °C
I/O ports1x USB, 1x parallel, 2x EIO1x USB, 1x parallel, 2x EIO
Input capacity for envelopes (primary tray)20 sheets20 sheets
Custom media sizesMultipurpose tray: 76 x 127 to 216 x 356 mm; 500-sheet input trays: 148 x 210 to 216 x 356 mm Multipurpose tray: 3 x 5 to 8.5 x 14 in; 500-sheet input trays: 5.8 x 8.3 to 8.5 x 14 inMultipurpose tray: 76 x 127 to 216 x 356 mm; 500-sheet input trays: 148 x 210 to 216 x 356 mm Multipurpose tray: 3 x 5 to 8.5 x 14 in; 500-sheet input trays: 5.8 x 8.3 to 8.5 x 14 in
Standard media sizes16K, Dpostcard (JIS)16K, Dpostcard (JIS)
Memory upgrade0.544 GB0.544 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
Typefaces93 internal TrueType fonts scalable in HP PCL and HP postscript level 3 emulation; additional font solutions available via Flash memory93 internal TrueType fonts scalable in HP PCL and HP postscript level 3 emulation; additional font solutions available via Flash memory
Recommended media weightTray 1: 60 - 220; Tray 2, 3, 4, 5, 6: 60 - 120Tray 1: 60 - 220; Tray 2, 3, 4, 5, 6: 60 - 120
Envelope feederNoNo
Acoustic power emissions6.7 B(A)6.7 B(A)
Acoustic pressure emissions50 dB50 dB
Print quality (colour, best quality)600 DPI600 DPI
Duplex print optionsDiffersAutomatic (standard)Automatic (optional)
Print speed (colour, best quality, A4)30 ppm30 ppm
Print speed (black, best quality, A4)30 ppm30 ppm
Colour printing technologyHP ImageREt 3600HP ImageREt 3600
Paper handling100-sheet multipurpose tray 1, 500-sheet tray 2, up to four optional 500-sheet paper trays, optional stand, 500 sheet face-down output bin, optional 750-sheet stapler/stacker100-sheet multipurpose tray 1, 500-sheet tray 2, up to four optional 500-sheet paper trays, optional stand, 500 sheet face-down output bin, optional 750-sheet stapler/stacker
Acoustic power emissions (ready)77 dB77 dB
Acoustic pressure emissions bystander (active, print, copy or scan)50 dB(A)50 dB(A)
Acoustic pressure emissions bystander (ready)31 dB31 dB
Control panel7 front-panel buttons (Menu, Select, Stop, Back/Exit, Help, Up arrow, Down arrow), 4-line control panel display, 3 LED status lights (Attention, Data, Ready), enhanced help with animated graphics7 front-panel buttons (Menu, Select, Stop, Back/Exit, Help, Up arrow, Down arrow), 4-line control panel display, 3 LED status lights (Attention, Data, Ready), enhanced help with animated graphics
Driver updatesCurrent HP printer drivers and software can be obtained from the HP Customer Care Web site: http:///support/clj4700.Current HP printer drivers and software can be obtained from the HP Customer Care Web site: http:///support/clj4700.
Duplex bindingYesYes
Duplex supported media sizeA4, B5, B5 (JIS)A4, B5, B5 (JIS)
First page out (black&white, A4, ready)10 s10 s
First page out (black&white, letter, ready)10 s10 s
First page out (black&white, letter, sleep)16.5 s16.5 s
Maximum paper trays66
Media handlingSheetfedSheetfed
Media size (tray 2)A4, A5, B5 (JIS), executive (JIS), 16K, 148 x 210 to 216 x 356 mmA4, A5, B5 (JIS), executive (JIS), 16K, 148 x 210 to 216 x 356 mm
Media sizes supported (imperial)Letter, legal, statement, executive, envelopes (No. 10, Monarch)Letter, legal, statement, executive, envelopes (No. 10, Monarch)
Media type and capacity (tray 2)500500
Media weight (tray 2)60 - 120 g/m260 - 120 g/m2
Media weight (tray 3)60 - 120 g/m260 - 120 g/m2
Memory technologyMemory Enhancement technology (MEt)Memory Enhancement technology (MEt)
Operating altitude (imperial)7500 ft7500 ft
Package dimensions (W x D x H)813.1 x 660.9 x 852.9 mm (32 x 26 x 33.6")813.1 x 660.9 x 852.9 mm (32 x 26 x 33.6")
Package weight (imperial)Differs67.8 kg (149.5 lbs)66.5 kg (146.5 lbs)
Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) (imperial)812.8 x 660.4 x 853.4 mm (32 x 26 x 33.6")812.8 x 660.4 x 853.4 mm (32 x 26 x 33.6")
Pallet weight (imperial)Differs67.8 kg (149.5 lbs)66.5 kg (146.5 lbs)
Paper handling optional/inputDiffersUp to four optional 500-sheet paper trays, optional standUp to four optional 500-sheet paper trays, optional duplexer, optional stand
Paper handling standard/inputDiffers100-sheet multipurpose tray, 500-sheet tray, duplexer100-sheet multipurpose tray, 500-sheet tray
Paper handling standard/output500-sheet face-down output bin500-sheet face-down output bin
Print quality (black, best quality)600 x 600 DPI600 x 600 DPI
Print speed (black, best quality, letter)< 31< 31
Print speed (colour, best quality, letter)< 31< 31
Recommended media weight (duplex, imperial)16 to 32 lb16 to 32 lb
Security management descriptionManagement security: SNMP v3, SSL/TLS (HTTPS); optional network security: IPsec, 802.1x authentication; wireless network security: WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access), 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: WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access), 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 transparencies100 sheets100 sheets
SureSupply connection typeDirect and NetworkDirect and Network
SureSupply supportedYesYes
Upgrade typeColor tables, formatter firmware, software driversColor tables, formatter firmware, software drivers
Weight (imperial)Differs107.8 lb105.1 lb
Wireless option typeOptional, enabled with purchase of a hardware accessoryOptional, enabled with purchase of a hardware accessory
Ports & interfacesidentical
Standard interfacesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceParallel, USB 2.0

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