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HP 2500C Professional Series Specifications
HP 2500C / 2500Cse / 2500Cxi / 2500C+ / 2500CM (select link to check price & availability or to order)

Connect for success
The HP 2500C and HP2500C+ are optimized for the network with an MIO slot for an optional HP JetDirect MIO Internal Print Server that supports all major network operating systems and protocols. The HP2500CM is designed for immediate workgroup connectivity with a built-in HP MIO print server. Support includes Microsoft® Windows® 3.1x, 95, 98, NT 4.0 and MS-DOS applications.

Easy to set up and easy to use
The HP 2500C/C+/CM includes powerful integrated printer management tools that provide step-by-step guidance for quick and easy installation. Front LCD display panel and keypad provides easy configuration. Special smart software features built-in the driver let you maximize the 13" x 19" / Super A3 print capabilities easily.

The economics are simple
The HP 2500C/C+/CM Professional Series color printer delivers: great speed, high-impact color at a low cost per page, versatile media handling, network-optimized performance and a 1 year on-site warranty.

HP 2500C, HP2500C+ and HP 2500CM —
What's the Difference?
The HP 2500C with 4 MB is a network capable printer for Windows and DOS. The printer is designed to leverage existing hardware investments with the flexibility to install a HP MIO print server, upgradable with Adobe PostScript 3 and memory up to 76MB RAM1 when you need it.

The HP 2500C+2, with 12MB RAM, is a network-capable printer designed to serve users who require a replacement for the DeskJet 1200C or DeskJet 1600C series of color inkjet printers. This printer also offers the flexibility to install an HP MIO print server, upgrade with Adobe PostScript 3 and memory up to 76MB RAM when you need it.

The HP 2500CM with 20 MB RAM and Adobe Postscript 3 is a network-ready printer for Macintosh3, Windows and DOS. This printer is designed for immediate workgroup connectivity with a built-in HP MIO print server, true Adobe PostScript 3, and upgradable to a total of 76 MB RAM for maximum document portability. (Additional memory only applicable with the Adobe Postscript 3 solution.)

The next generation inkjet printer for the workgroup

The Hewlett-Packard 2500C, 2500C+ and 2500CM Professional Series color printers are the next generation inkjet printers for small business workgroups of between 5-10 users. Optimized for the network and designed for the workgroup, the rugged and robust HP 2500C/C+/CM printers support all major operating systems, network environments and protocols.

Fast, brilliant color printing for the workgroup
HP engineers set out to design the ultimate color printers for small to medium-sized workgroups. The result: the HP 2500C/C+/CM Professional Series color printers that produce sensational color documents and integrates seamlessly into all major network environments. Now multiple users have the power to create stunning, full-color documents that communicate with impact.

The HP 2500C/C+/CM incorporate HP's exclusive PhotoREt II color layering technology to give brilliant color on any paper. HP ColorSmart II, HP SmartFocus and sRGB support gives users the best color reproduction every time.

HP's modular ink delivery system employs separate printheads and ink cartridges with built-in "smart chips" intelligence to create a completely integrated system that delivers fast workgroup color printing combined with manageability and exceptionally low cost of operation. The HP 2500C/C+/CM also includes advanced paper handling with two paper trays, 150 / 250-sheet capacity, which extend to accommodate 13" x 19" / Super A3 media. The automatic media size sensors ensure the user prints on the right media size every time.

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Print Speed Black:
Best Quality
Draft Quality
Normal Quality
7.5 ppm (letter), 4.5 ppm (11 x 17 in)
11 ppm (letter), 7 ppm (11 x 17 in)
9 ppm (letter), 5 ppm (11 x 17 in)
Print Speed Color:
Best Quality
Draft Quality
Normal Quality
1.5 ppm (letter), 1 ppm (11 x 17 in)
9 ppm (letter), 6 ppm ( 11 x 17 in)
3 ppm (letter), 2 ppm (11 x 17 in)
Duty Cycle, Pages Per Month 12,000
Paper Trays, Std 2
Paper Trays, Max 2
Input Capacity, Std 400 sheets
Input Capacity, Max 400 sheets
Output Capacity, Std 150 sheets
Envelope Input, Std None
Media Types Paper (plain), transparencies, labels, card stock, HP Premium media
Media Sizes, Std Letter, legal, index cards
Media Sizes, Custom 4 x 6 in to 13 x 19 in
Two-Sided Printing Yes, manual
Memory, Std. 2500C/Cse/Cxi: 4 MB
2500C+: 12 MB
2500CM: 20 MB
Memory, Max. 76 MB
Scalable Typefaces 110 TrueType via HP FontSmart
Connectivity, Std. 2500C/Cse/Cxi: IEEE 1284-compliant bidirectional parallel, 1 open MIO slot
2500C+: IEEE 1284-compliant bidirectional parallel, 1 open MIO slot
2500CM: IEEE 1284-compliant bidirectional parallel, 1 open MIO slot, HP JetDirect 400N (MIO) internal print server
Connectivity, Opt. HP JetDirect 400N (MIO) internal print servers
Print Quality:
Black Best
Color Best
600 dpi
HP PhotoREt
Print Technology HP Thermal Inkjet
Technology: Black Print Resolution REt
Print Cartridges 4 - 1 each black, cyan, magenta, yellow
Print Heads 4, separate
Prints Color Yes
Technology, Color HP PhotoREt, ColorSmart II
Print Languages, Std. 2500C/Cse/Cxi: HP PCL 3 enhanced
2500C+: HP PCL 3 enhanced, HP PCL 5
2500CM: HP PCL 3 enhanced, Adobe PostScript 3
Print Languages, Opt. Adobe PostScript 3
Automatic I/O Switching Yes
Automatic Language Switching Yes
Warranty Six-Month warranty from The Printer Works
Dimensions
(W x D x H) 		27 x 24 x 13 in
Weight 59 lb

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