HP LaserJet P1102 Printer Review

The HP LaserJetP1102 monochrome printer is available. The monthly duty cycle for the printer is 5,000 pages. This printer is ideal for printing between 250-150 pages per month. This printer is perfect for small offices and homes that need a basic printer. The LaserJet P1102 measures just 13.7 inches in width, 7.7 inches high and 9.4 inches deep. It can be placed on your desktop or any other small area. It also weighs only 11.6 pounds so it can be easily transported to different locations. You may choose to upgrade your P1102 printer if you see future growth.

The setup process for the P1102 can be done in a few minutes. After plugging in your USB cable and power cord you have the choice of either letting the driver install automatically from the printer, or following the steps provided by the installation software. Hi-Speed USB 2.0 ports are the only option for connectivity.

Thanks to its 600 x 600 dpi resolution, the HP LaserJet P1102 produces high-quality documents. Monochrome documents are produced at 18 pages per min, with the first page printed in 8.5 seconds. The printer can hold 150 sheets of paper and has one paper tray. Additional paper trays cannot be added to the printer, so it can only print 150 sheets.

The printer comes with an HP LaserJet starter cartridge, a USB cable, a power cord and a Getting started guide. Compatible black toner cartridge CE285A-C yields approximately 1,600 pages.

The HP P1102 features a 266 MHz processor. It comes standard with 2MB of installed memory. This cannot be expanded. Double-sided printing is not possible with the driver. The printer lacks expandability but it does perform basic functions well. It is Energy Star compliant which will save you money over its life. The HP LaserJet P1102w offers more options. Wireless connectivity is available on the HP LaserJet P1102w. In addition, the HP LaserJet P1102w is equipped with 8 MB memory instead of 2 MB. The HP LaserJet P1102w has a feeder that can hold ten sheets.

All Specs

  • Print speed: Monochrome – 18 ppm
  • Memory: 2 MB
  • Resolution600 dpi = 600 dpi
  • Duty Cycle: 5,000 pages per month
  • Paper Capacity: Input 150 sheets, Output 100 sheets
  • Connectivity: Hi-Speed USB 2.0, wireless
  • Dimensions (wxhxd)13.7 in. x 7.7 inches. x 9.4 in.



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