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HP always has an eye to the future of printing and computing. The most recent development in computing is the idea of convergence. At its best, convergence produces enhanced capabilities at a lower cost by combining proven technologies. Multi-function products – MFPs – are a case in point.
Combining printing, copying, faxing, scanning and digital sending (scan to e-mail, folder, etc.) in a single device, HP MFPs give information workers network access to the capabilities they need to effectively and efficiently handle digital and paper documents. In addition to moving the gamut of imaging and printing capabilities closer to end users via affordable devices, MFPs allow your organisation to integrate solutions like scan to e-mail and scan to folder to radically improve office workflows.
Industry projections from Infotrends in 2005 show a steady decline in the number of copied pages versus printed pages. While you’ll never be rid of the need to occasionally copy something, it’s increasingly crucial for an MFP to perform well as a printer first and foremost, and it only makes sense to trust the printing experts at HP.
We’ll looking at a series of HP MFP benefits in more detail below, including:
- Ease of use
- Streamlining of processes and document workflows
- Affordability
Easy to use, a multitude of uses
Would you like to reduce training needs and help desk calls? HP workgroup and departmental-class MFPs sport similar, intuitive, graphical touch-screen control panels that display up to four lines of text and animation simultaneously – including toner gauges that provide an easy view of supplies levels – and offer context-sensitive help. This not only helps reduce downtime, but lets you easily take advantage of your MFP’s complete feature set by explaining how to use each screen.
Streamline processes and document workflows
An HP MFP can streamline communications with digital sending services and advanced document management solutions. When you use HP multifunction devices, you can simplify support tasks with Internet-enabled firmware upgrades, email alert, automated supplies ordering, and more. Simplify supplies management with HP MFPs that offer smart printing systems, toner level sensors, online supplies ordering, and no-shake cartridges, and improve device management and uptime with one management utility for HP printers and HP MFPs. All HP MFPs feature color scanning – even the black-and-white models – and most HP MFPs ship with industry-leading send-to-e-mail functionality in the box, whereas it’s an expensive option on many competing devices.
Unprecedented affordability
HP MFPs can also be a great deal more affordable than their counterparts from copier vendors like Canon, Ricoh and Xerox – especially when you’re making an apples-to-apples comparison, because functionality like walk-up faxing, finishing, scanning and even printing can be optional on competing devices. For instance, the HP LaserJet M4345 MFP can cost up to 80 percent less than a comparably configured Canon imageRUNNER 4570, Ricoh Aficio 3045 or Xerox WorkCentre Pro 245.4 Plus HP MFPs don’t require complex service agreements with hidden fees and monthly minimums.
Some popular MFP choices
HP Officejet Pro K850
- 24 ppm black and white/21 ppm colour
- Standard input capacity 150 sheets
- Output capacity 100 sheets
- Monthly duty cycle 6250 pages
HP Color LaserJet 2800 MFP
- 20 ppm black and white/4 ppm colour
- Standard input capacity 125 sheets
- Output capacity 125 sheets
- Monthly duty cycle 30000 pages
HP Color LaserJet CM4730 MFP
- 31 ppm black and white/31 ppm colour
- Standard input capacity 1600 sheets
- Output capacity 500 sheets
- Monthly duty cycle 175000 pages
HP LaserJet M3027 MFP
- 27 ppm black and white
- Standard input capacity 500 sheets
- Output capacity 250 sheets
- Monthly duty cycle 75000 pages
HP LaserJet M3035 MFP
- 35 ppm black and white
- Standard input capacity 500 sheets
- Output capacity 250 sheets
- Monthly duty cycle 75000 pages
HP Color LaserJet CM8060 MFP with Edgeline Technology
- 71 ppm black and white/71 ppm colour
- Standard input capacity 1580 sheets
- Output capacity 3700 sheets
- Monthly duty cycle 250000 pages
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