HP
HP 1255 Deskjet Compact Color Inkjet Printer
★★★★★
1200 x 12004800 x 1200USB 2.0
Simplify Your Printing with the HP Deskjet 1255 Inkjet Printer The HP Deskjet 1255 is a compact and affordable inkjet printer designed for everyday printing needs. With its simple setup, dependable performance, and USB connectivity, this printer is perfect for home offices and students. Specific...
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Overview
Simplify Your Printing with the HP Deskjet 1255 Inkjet Printer
The HP Deskjet 1255 is a compact and affordable inkjet printer designed for everyday printing needs. With its simple setup, dependable performance, and USB connectivity, this printer is perfect for home offices and students.
Specifications:
- Functions: Print Only
- Print Technology: Color Inkjet
- Print Resolution: Up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi color
- Print Speed: Black: Up to 7.5 ppm, Color: Up to 5.5 ppm
- Connectivity: 1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0
- Paper Handling: 60-sheet input tray, 25-sheet output tray
- Duty Cycle: Up to 1000 pages per month
- Paper Size Support: 8.5" x 14"
Key Features
Single-Function: Print only. Manual 2-sided Printing.
ISO Speed: Black: Up to 7.5 ppm; Color: Up to 5.5 ppm. Paper Handling: 60-sheet input tray; 25-sheet output tray.
Print Resolution: Black (best): Up to 1200 x 1200 rendered dpi; Color (best): Up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi color (when printing from a computer on selected HP photo papers and 1200 input dpi).
Wired Printer: No W-i-F-i. Standard Connectivity: 1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0.
Use HP Smart app for a simple setup, and you're ready to print in no time.
Specifications
Functionality
Print only
Duplex Printing
Manual 2-sided
Black ISO Speed
Up to 7.5 ppm
Color ISO Speed
Up to 5.5 ppm
Paper Input Tray Capacity
60 sheets
Paper Output Tray Capacity
25 sheets
Black Print Resolution (best)
Up to 1200 x 1200 rendered dpi
Color Print Resolution (best)
Up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi color (from computer on select HP photo papers with 1200 input dpi)
Connectivity
1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0
Wireless Capability
No W-i-F-i
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Offers a streamlined printing experience with the HP Smart app for simplified setup.
- Provides solid black print resolution up to 1200 x 1200 rendered dpi for clear text.
- Achieves optimized color print resolution up to 4800 x 1200 dpi on select HP photo papers.
- Designed for basic printing needs, supporting manual two-sided printing functionality.
- Features a compact footprint suitable for spaces where desk space is a premium.
👎 Cons
- Lacks wireless connectivity, requiring a wired USB 2.0 connection for all printing tasks.
- Supports manual two-sided printing, which is less convenient than automatic duplexing.
- Input tray capacity is limited to 60 sheets, which may require frequent refilling for high-volume users.
- Output tray capacity of 25 sheets means papers must be cleared more often during larger print jobs.
- Print speeds are modest at 7.5 ppm for black and 5.5 ppm for color, which may not suit fast-paced environments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this printer support wireless printing from my devices?
No, the HP 1255 Deskjet Compact Color Inkjet Printer is a wired-only device, featuring 1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 for connectivity without Wi-Fi.
Can this printer automatically print on both sides of the paper?
This printer supports manual 2-sided printing, meaning you will need to manually flip the pages to print on the second side.
What are the maximum print speeds for this model?
The printer offers ISO speeds of up to 7.5 pages per minute (ppm) for black documents and up to 5.5 ppm for color documents.
What is the paper capacity of the input tray?
The input tray of the HP 1255 Deskjet Compact Color Inkjet Printer has a capacity for 60 sheets of paper.
What is the highest resolution I can expect for color prints?
For color prints, you can achieve up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi when printing from a computer on selected HP photo papers and using a 1200 input dpi.
Is there an app available to help with printer setup?
Yes, the HP Smart app is available to provide a simple setup process for this printer, getting you ready to print quickly.
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