
HP
HP T830 Designjet Inkjet Large Format Printer - 24" Color MFP
★★★★★
Print, copy, and scan up to A1 at 2400×1200 DPI from a 24" MFP compact enough to live on a desk.
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Overview
Key Features
Color Multifunction printer Perfect for Office/Technical environments
Print, copy, scan
Input tray: A4, A3; Manual feed: A2, A1
Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T), Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n
Specifications
Print Width
24" (610mm)
Functions
Print, Copy, Scan
Print Resolution
2400 × 1200 DPI
Input Tray Media Sizes
A4, A3
Manual Feed Media Sizes
A2, A1, 10.98", 12.99", 24.02" width
Wired Connectivity
Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T)
Wireless Connectivity
Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n
Brand
HP
Model
T830
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Integrated print/copy/scan in a 24" form factor keeps the footprint smaller than a separate scanner and printer combination.
- 2400×1200 DPI output renders fine line weights and small annotation text accurately at A1 scale.
- Gigabit Ethernet port handles large CAD and GIS file transfers without the throughput penalty of 100Base-T connections.
- Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n allows wireless deployment where running Ethernet to a plotter position isn't practical.
- Manual feed up to A1 accommodates oversized project sheets without requiring a dedicated roll system.
👎 Cons
- Locked to HP-original-chip cartridges only, eliminating third-party ink options and adding long-term consumable cost.
- Wi-Fi is limited to 802.11b/g/n — no 802.11ac/Wi-Fi 5 support, which can be a throughput ceiling when printing large raster files wirelessly.
- Input tray tops out at A3 for automatic feed; A2 and A1 sheets require manual handling, slowing multi-sheet print runs.
- No PostScript option listed, which may affect compatibility with some professional design workflows that rely on PS-based RIPs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What media sizes does the T830 support?
The T830 handles A4 and A3 from its input tray, with manual feed extending to A2 and A1. That covers the full range of technical drawings, site plans, and presentation graphics without a separate roll-feed unit.
Does this printer require HP-branded ink cartridges?
Yes — the T830 is designed exclusively for cartridges with an HP original chip. Third-party or refilled cartridges without that chip will not function, which is a cost consideration for high-volume environments.
How does it connect to a network?
The T830 offers Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T) for wired network integration and Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n for wireless deployment. The Gigabit port ensures large CAD file transfers don't bottleneck at the network layer.
Is the 2400×1200 DPI resolution meaningful for technical drawings?
At 2400×1200 DPI, fine line work in CAD and GIS output is rendered with crisp edges — fine enough that dimension annotations and hatch patterns remain readable at A1 scale. For photographic output it's competent, but this printer is optimized for line-art fidelity.
Can one unit handle a small team's output?
The integrated print/copy/scan workflow means multiple users can share a single unit for markup cycles — scan a redlined drawing, route it digitally, and print a revised version without touching a separate scanner or copier.