HP’s Photosmart CQ176A and Epson Stylus NX430 are among the best rated color multifunction machines on market, and this is due to their impressive performances and remarkable networking which include – among others – wireless technologies for a better efficiency. For instance, these two printers are able to print up to ten pages per minute, providing at the same time very good connectivity.
For instance, the first model, HP’s Photosmart CQ176A, develops a very high speed for both mono and color modes. More exactly, it is able to process up to 11 pages per minute in black and white and up to 7-8 pages in color. Concerning its resolution, the system produces a 600 dpi one for monochrome pages and up to 4800 x 1200 in color.

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Plain, inkjet, photo, envelopes, labels and greeting cards are among the media types supported by this HP which also uses the following sizes: legal, letter, envelopes 10, 8 x 10 inch, 5 x 7 inch and 4 x 6 inch. As for the input – output capacity, it varies with sheet model: 15 transparencies, 10 labels, 20 photo paper, 5 envelopes, 20 cards and up to 60 legal for input, and up to 10 labels and transparencies, 20 cards and photo paper and 5 envelopes for output.
This system also allows you to make dozens of copy daily. Here, we mention that the printer processes up to 5 cpm in monochrome and up to 6 copies in color, depending on usage. Finally, we add that the duty cycle reaches 2,500 pages per month and that the networking is sustained by a wireless LAN 802.11 b/g/n.
Regarding the second color multifunction printer we want to speak about, Epson Stylus NX430, this product first impresses through a very high print resolution. For example, the system, which develops a 6.2 ppm (black and white) and a 3.2 ppm (color) speed, uses the same resolution, namely 5760 x 1440 dpi.

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Unlike the previous product, this Epson uses presentation paper, brochure and flyer paper, iron-on cool transfer paper and photo quality self-adhesive sheets, while the media size supported and used are half letter, A6, 4 X 6 inch, 8.5 x 1 inch, 8.5 x 14 inch and 5 x 7.The input capacity supports 100 sheets and the networking is featured with wireless LAN 802.11 b/g/n.
Concerning the scanner and copier capabilities, this Epson uses a 1800 dpi optical resolution, a 2400 dpi hardware and a 9600 x 9600 dpi one for scanning and processes up to 5.5 copies per minute in mono and up to 2-3 copies in color mode. But to use this stylish impressive machine, you must operate either Windows XP Professional OS (or later), or Mac OS X 10.4.11.

A multifunction printer is what everyone needs in his office. This is why the biggest printer manufacturers keep releasing all-in-one systems dedicated to both home and office use. For instance, two of the most hunted models are Dell 1355CN and HP Laser Pro 100 CE866A. This couple of products offers ultimate technologies and the highest quality and clarity possible. Priced in the region of $300, these machines prove their worth through very fast speeds and impressive configurations which include – among others – remarkable connectivity, good networking and large capacity.
Taking the first printer, Dell 1355CN, this system first impresses through its image quality. This feature is given by a 1200 x 1200 dpi resolution for both mono and color printing. Regarding the speed, the printer is able to process up to 15 ppm in black and white and 12 in color mode, something which will surely improve your efficiency. Apart from this, the USB port and the duplex feature will also give you more reasons to feel happy with this ‘toy’ which is mainly dedicated to offices.

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Its configuration features at the same time a fast processor which is clocked at 295 MHz and a pretty large memory which reaches 128 MB. The Fast Ethernet technology is also there to improve your daily productivity, while a LCD screen helps you to manipulate it with more ease. Concerning its copier capability, this Dell product is able to process up to 15 copiers per minute in mono mode and up to 12 in color, but that depends on the settings used.
Finally, we mention that the printer uses the following sizes: executive, letter, legal, monarch, A5, B5 and C5, but also the following types: coated paper, thick paper, envelope, hagaki card and many other. As for the dimensions, the printer measures 13.3 inches height, 16.1 inches width and 14.9 inches depth.
HP’s Laser Pro 100 CE866A has also become part of the most appreciated all-in-one printers on market especially thanks to its remarkable speeds. For instance, its printing speed reaches up to 17 ppm in black and white and up to 4 ppm in color mode. The system uses the same resolution for the two modes, namely a 600 x 600 dpi, but this also depends on the level of usage.

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You can use the following media types with this system: letterhead, photo, plain, prepunched, labels, envelopes and many others. As for the sizes supported, it uses 5 x 8 inch, executive, envelope and letter. Regarding its copier feature, this HP processes up to 17 copiers per minute (black and white) and up to 4 copies per minute in color, something which will surely give you more reasons to feel happy with it.

Two of the most impressive color printers using wireless technology are Canon PIXMA MX410 – 4788B018 and HP CR232A#B1H. These two printers thus allow you to do your job with more ease as the wireless technology permits you to work from any computer on your network. Apart from this, they also share Bluetooth tech meant to improve your direct printing. Priced below $100, these printers are mainly dedicated to desktop, home and office use, being able to deliver solutions for almost any kind of activity.
The first wireless printer we would like to describe you is Canon PIXMA MX410 – 4788B018. This one develops a very high speed. More exactly, it processes up to 8.7 ipm in black and white and up to 5 ipm in color mode. One of the most important details regards its photo print speed as the system is able to print a 4 x 6 inch photo in less than 42 seconds. Concerning the quality, this one is given by a 600 x 600 dpi resolution in mono and a 4800 x 1200 dpi in color, so your printing will be much more efficient than before.

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This printer uses the following media size and type: 4 x 6, legal, letter and envelopes on one hand, and plain paper, photo paper pro Platinum, matte photo paper and glossy photo paper on the other. Usually, the model comes with 1 black and 1 color cartridges. Three technologies sustain the connectivity, including a USB 2.0 port, Pict Bridge and Bluetooth 2.0. Its wireless features a 802.11 b/g/n which will provide a better productivity.
Finally, we mention that this Canon shares scanner and copier capabilities. Concerning the first one, the printer uses a 1200 x 2400 dpi optical resolution and a 19,200 x 19,200 dpi interpolated one. As for the copier, it is able to process up to 3.4 copies per minute, depending on settings.
The second wireless printer, HP CR232A#B1H, develops a much higher speed for printing. More exactly, it is able to process up to 20 pages per minute and up to 16 ppm in color mode, using a 600 dpi resolution. Unlike the previous printer, this one supports cards greeting, labels, transparencies and photo paper, while the media size used are letter, legal, 8 x 10, envelopes 10 and others.

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Just like the Canon model, this HP is featured with a wireless LAN 802.11 b/g/n technology, using at the same time a USB 2.0 port meant to sustain the connectivity with external devices. As for the scanner and copier capabilities, this product works with a 1200 dpi optical scan resolution and is able to develop a 4.5 cpm speed in black and white and a 2.5 cpm in color respectively.

HP’s top rated and fastest color laser printers remain HP Laser Jet Pro CP1025NW and HP Laser Jet Pro CP1525NW, which are part of the same series. The two models develop very fast speed and an impressive clarity given by the high resolution. Apart from this, they also use wireless networking, which will improve your work and bring more efficiency to your daily tasks.
Although the two products share identical performances, there are little differences between them, difference which regard the speed. For instance, the first printer, HP Laser Jet Pro CP1025NW, come with a very remarkable configuration which include – among others – good connectivity and networking plus large capacity meant to ease your everyday tasks. More exactly, this product is able to print up to 17 black and white pages per minute and four ppm in color mode, speed which varies with the level of usage.

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Furthermore, it uses a 600 x 600 dpi resolution for both mono and color modes and supports different media type, including preprinted, prepunched, transparencies, envelopes, cardstock and glossy. Regarding the sizes supported, this HP is able to print legal, executive, letter, 4 x 6 inch, 8.5 x 13 inch and envelopes. As for the input capacity, the system is able to print up to 50 transparencies and post cards, ten envelopes and 150 sheets, while the output one supports 50 transparencies and the same number of sheets.
Finally, we mention that the printer uses a 802.11 b/g/n and 10/100 Ethernet LAN networking and the monthly duty cycle is 15,000 pages. To use this printer, you must work with Windows XP operating system or later.
The second printer we want to present you is HP Laser Jet Pro CP1525NW. Unlike the previous product, this one develops a 12 ppm speed for black and white and 8 ppm for color, so the model is not dedicated to those in need of a ultra efficient system, but rather to those who simply want to replace their older printer with a new one. Also, the system supports and uses the following media types and sizes: letterhead, photo, plain, preprinted, transparencies, envelopes and cardstock and 3 x 5 inch – 8.5 x 14 inch respectively.

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Just like the first color laser model, this HP uses a 600 x 600 dpi resolution in both modes and supports 150 sheets, 50 transparencies and post cards plus ten envelopes as input paper capacity. It also impresses through a very large memory which reaches 384 MB, but also through a huge duty cycle of 30,000 pages per month.
Concerning its dimensions, the printer measures 10 inches height, 15.7 inches width and 17.8 inches depth and weights about 40 lbs.

By far two of the most impressive color photo printers are Epson SP1400 and Canon PIXMA Pro9000. Both models are top of the best-rated systems thanks to their remarkable performances and technologies which feature – among others – impressive resolutions and very high speeds. Thus, their productivity is consistently sustained by these characteristics. Their prices are also reasonable as they barely reach $500, depending on store.

The first printer, Epson SP1400, costs about $300, and provides a very remarkable efficiency. More exactly, the system is able to print up to 15 pages per minute in both black and white and color modes respectively. Here, we mention that it takes the printer up to 46 seconds to deliver the first photo copy. Concerning the clarity of the product, this is given by a 5760 x 1440 dpi resolution, while the input paper capacity is of 120 sheets.

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At the same time, the printer uses many different media types and sizes, including plain, matte, envelopes and 4 x 6 inch, 8 x 10 inch, 11 x 14 inch and other dimensions respectively. Also, this Epson includes a USB 2.0 port so you can stick the system by your personal computer.

The cartridge used includes 1 black, 1 cyan, 1 magenta, 1 light cyan, 1 yellow and a 1 light magenta. In the end, we add that the sizes of the printer are 16.3 inches height, 24.2 inches width and 31.6 inches depth, and that your computer must support Windows 2000 OS (or later) to use it in proper conditions.

Regarding the second photo printer, Canon PIXMA Pro9000, this machine first impresses through a high performance which features high resolutions and remarkable interface. The media types and seizes supported are super high gloss type, photo paper pro, semi gloss, plain paper and 4 x 6 inch, 8 x 10 inch, legal, letter and 13 x 19 inch sizes respectively.

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The system is featured at the same time with a PictBridge and a high speed USB 2.0 port, so this interface allows you to get a better efficiency than before. The colors used are 1 cyan, 1 magenta, 1 yellow, 1 photo magenta, 1 green, 1 red, 1 black and 1 photo cyan, the printer being dedicated to photo prints only.

As for the speeds, this Canon is able to deliver a photo in up to 47 seconds (for 8 x 10 inch) and in as little as 1 minute and 20 seconds a 11 x 14 inch one at a 4800 x 2400 dpi resolution. Finally, the printer measures 26 inches depth, 13.9 inches width and 7.6 inches height, and requires Windows 2000 operating system or later, or Mac OS X 10.3.9 – OS X 10.5.x.