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Contents i Contents Getting to know the All-in-One .................................................................................................. 1 Features .......................................................................................................................................... ...
Page 6 - Features
2 Getting to know the All-in-One Features 1 30-sheet ADF scanner quickly processes documents 2 Easy-to-use control panel with 10-key number pad and 2-line by 16-character display provides effortless interaction with each of the All-in-One’s functions 3 100-sheet face-down output bin 4 10-sheet prior...
Page 7 - New features
Getting to know the All-in-One 3 Space-saving simplicity • Enjoy easy office integration. The product features built-in support for all popular print languages, including HP PCL5e, HP PCL6, and HP postscript level 3 emulation, so you don’t have to worry about compatibility. • Depend on effortless in...
Page 8 - Device software
4 Getting to know the All-in-One What ships with the All-in-One The HP LaserJet 3050 AiO ships with the following: • ADF input support • ADF output support • Output bin support • HP LaserJet Q2612A Black Print Cartridge with Ultraprecise Toner • 250-sheet input tray • Getting Started Guide • Support...
Page 9 - seconds for printing.; see why it is the best choice for your workplace!; Evaluation guidelines; Consider the typical end-user’s hardcopy needs.
Evaluating laser all-in-one products 5 Evaluating laser all-in-one products Based on extensive market research and customer feedback, HP has identified user needs in six key categories. These categories should be closely examined as you consider purchasing a laser all-in-one product. In this section...
Page 10 - Ease of use; Save space and simplify with one device to print, copy, fax, and scan
6 Evaluating laser all-in-one products Ease of use Save space and simplify with one device to print, copy, fax, and scan Designed for easy use, the HP LaserJet 3050 AiO is simple to operate and maintain, a feature that is crucial for small businesses, which often do not have IT support. It integrate...
Page 11 - Convenient interaction; Use the control panel’s; Scan to; all-in-one print cartridge that can be replaced with one hand.; Productivity tools and services; more information, see Appendix A, “Productivity tools“ on page 22.
Evaluating laser all-in-one products 7 Convenient interaction • HP productivity tools, such as HP ToolboxFX, allow you to manage the All-in-One simply. For example, the toolbox provides automatic e-mail alerts when an unexpected event occurs (such as Close Door/Covers or Unexpected Paper Size). • Th...
Page 12 - Evaluation; Testing product software
8 Evaluating laser all-in-one products Evaluation Setting up the all-in-one product Unbox and set up the product, using the product documentation and electronic device setup assistant. Consider the following: • Is the user documentation and installation and setup software helpful? • How does the ove...
Page 13 - Versatility; Flexible paper handling; ) and sizes from 3 by 5 in; Easy copying
Evaluating laser all-in-one products 9 Versatility Consolidate functions with this all-in-one device that fits on your desktop Flexible paper handling • The product includes a 250-sheet adjustable input tray, a 100-sheet face-down output bin, and a 10-sheet priority input slot, so you won’t need to ...
Page 14 - Evaluating paper handling; How quickly does the page copy?; Evaluating faxing; forwarding, fax receive and send from your computer?; Evaluating scanning; Does the product support automatic print language switching?
10 Evaluating laser all-in-one products Simple compatibility The HP LaserJet 3050 AiO is designed to fit seamlessly into your existing office environment and is compatible with a range of operating systems. You can depend on effortless printing, every time, with support for HP PCL6, HP PCL5e, and HP...
Page 15 - Reliability; a maximum uptime you’ll boost productivity and end frustration.; Reliability matters; business environments.; HP support
Evaluating laser all-in-one products 11 Reliability Produce quality business documents with this reliable laser all-in-one The HP LaserJet 3050 AiO sets the standard for industry reliability, providing a worry-free all-in-one solution. And if you ever do need service and support, HP’s Customer Care ...
Page 16 - What is the product’s duty cycle?
12 Evaluating laser all-in-one products Evaluation At HP, we typically test multiple products in various environmental conditions to evaluate engine reliability. We run the products to engine life and test and improve the jam rate, misfeed rate, and supplies’ life. This kind of extensive, long-term ...
Page 17 - Performance; Depend on fast performance and get more done in less time; Note; Increase office efficiency
Evaluating laser all-in-one products 13 Performance Depend on fast performance and get more done in less time Performance is more than maximum engine speed, measured in pages per minute (ppm). Rather, performance should be gauged by the speed at which the device can turn electronic files into printe...
Page 18 - Creating samples
14 Evaluating laser all-in-one products Evaluation Creating samples First, develop a group of sample documents that represent what the end-user typically prints. This is the best method for determining if a product is suited to your environment. Note It is important to test files like those that a t...
Page 19 - Be sure to measure the amount of time it takes to print a; Record any error messages.
Evaluating laser all-in-one products 15 What to measure Using the samples that you created, perform the following tests to gauge device performance. First-page-out The time from when the print command is issued to a device that is in PowerSave mode until the completion of the first page. This test m...
Page 20 - Output quality; Enjoy high-quality output for your office; deliver optimal print quality.; Professional copying, scanning, and faxing
16 Evaluating laser all-in-one products Output quality Enjoy high-quality output for your office There are many different factors to consider when evaluating the overall quality of a product’s output. Output quality is more than the number of dots per inch (dpi) that the device places on a page; a h...
Page 21 - Printing samples; impact on final output quality.; Viewing samples; cut line
Evaluating laser all-in-one products 17 Ensured print quality with HP testing Prior to its introduction, a new HP LaserJet All-in-One undergoes rigorous HP testing to ensure that it provides consistent high-quality output. Tests are performed with a large sample of products through each step of the ...
Page 22 - Evaluating output quality; Text quality—; Evaluating copy quality
18 Evaluating laser all-in-one products Evaluating output quality When you evaluate output quality, avoid magnification, which can draw attention to insignificant differences. However, careful inspection is still necessary, and when doing this, look for the following characteristics: Text quality— •...
Page 23 - Evaluating scan quality; Scan the type of material typical for your office.; Evaluating document durability and usability; Will the printed output smear with moisture?
Evaluating laser all-in-one products 19 Evaluating scan quality Scan the type of material typical for your office. • Does the quality of the scanned image meet your expectations? • Are there options for scanning specific document and image types? • How easy is it to adjust image quality and select o...
Page 24 - Total cost of ownership; HP LaserJet quality and dependability in an affordable design; while performance remains unaffected.; HP dependability
20 Evaluating laser all-in-one products Total cost of ownership HP LaserJet quality and dependability in an affordable design For many businesses, the total cost of ownership (TCO) is a critical part of the purchase decision. TCO takes into account everything from the initial investment, to support ...
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Evaluating laser all-in-one products 21 Evaluation Total cost of ownership is more than just purchase price and cost per page. To calculate the true total cost of ownership, consider the following factors: • Initial purchase price, including enough memory to process complex documents. Note To ensure...
Page 26 - A—Productivity tools; HP ToolboxFX; Supported operating systems; Programs
22 Appendix A—Productivity tools A—Productivity tools Productivity tools provide convenient access to product information, settings, and support, and include the following: • HP ToolboxFX • HP Embedded Web Server for Macintosh • HP Web Jetadmin • HP Instant Support Professional Edition • HP Universa...
Page 27 - HP ToolboxFX sections; Status
Appendix A—Productivity tools 23 HP ToolboxFX sections HP ToolboxFX contains the following sections: • Status • Fax • Help • System settings • Print settings Status The Status tab contains links to the following main pages: Device Status View device status information. This page indicates device con...
Page 28 - Fax; Help; System settings; System Settings; Print settings; Print Settings
24 Appendix A—Productivity tools Fax Use the Fax tab to perform fax tasks from your computer. The Fax tab contains links to the following main pages: Fax Tasks Perform such tasks as sending a fax or clearing the fax memory, or set the fax receive mode. Fax Phone Book Add, edit, or delete entries in ...
Page 29 - HP Embedded Web Server for Macintosh; embedded; Accessing the HP Embedded Web Server; Address
Appendix A—Productivity tools 25 HP Embedded Web Server for Macintosh For Macintosh operating systems, the device features an embedded Web server, which allows access to information about device activities. A Web server provides an environment in which Web programs may run, much in the same way that...
Page 30 - Remote management; simultaneously for all supported devices within a list or group.; Proactive management; solve potential problems before they impact user productivity.; Advanced security
26 Appendix A—Productivity tools HP Web Jetadmin Available for the HP LaserJet 3050 AiO via an HP Jetdirect external print server, HP Web Jetadmin is a simple, Web-based peripheral management utility for remotely installing, configuring, and managing a wide variety of HP and non-HP network periphera...
Page 31 - HP Instant Support Professional Edition; HP expert help online; HP Universal Print Driver Series
Appendix A—Productivity tools 27 HP Instant Support Professional Edition HP Instant Support Professional Edition (ISPE) is a suite of Web-based troubleshooting tools that analyzes your HP product data as well as your Microsoft Windows operating system to provide automated solutions online. Working w...
Page 32 - B—Technical specifications
28 Appendix B—Technical specifications B—Technical specifications Print and copy speed 1 Up to 19 ppm letter (up to 18 ppm A4) First page out Printing: less than 8 seconds letter/A4 Copying: less than 14.5 seconds letter (less than 14.7 seconds A4) Fax speed 3 seconds per page 2 Processor 264 MHz Me...
Page 34 - C—Ordering information
30 Appendix C—Ordering information C—Ordering information Use accessories and supplies specifically designed for the product to ensure optimal performance. To order the products, accessories, and supplies listed here, go to the HP Web site at www.hp.com/ghp/buyonline.html. If you don’t have access t...
Page 36 - Endnotes
Endnotes 1 Exact speed varies depending on the system configuration, software application, driver, and document complexity. 2 Based on standard ITU-T test image #1 at standard resolution. More complicated pages or higher resolution will take longer and use more memory. 3 Not all protocol and operati...
