HP Deskjet 6940 Color Printer (C8970A#B1H)

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HP Deskjet 6940 Color Printer (C8970A#B1H)
 
Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard
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Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description If you're looking for a fast and affordable inkjet printer, the HP Deskjet 6940 may be the one. This printer offers an impressive range of features, including wired Ethernet printing, direct photo printing, and the ability to print high volume jobs in full-color or black & white at speeds of up to 36 ppm. The affordable and efficient HP Deskjet 6940 is a perfect addition to any home office or small business environment.

The HP Deskjet 6940 offers:
  • Print speeds up to 36 ppm
  • High resolution photo capabilities up to 4800 optimized dpi
  • Bluetooth and PictBridge compatibility
  • An automatic Duplexing Feature
  • An expandable 150-sheet paper tray


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The HP Deskjet 6940 is a sleek addition to any home or office. View larger.


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Fast, Full-Color Printing Options
The Deskjet 6940 isn't your average inkjet printer. This printer offers the ability to print documents and photos at up to 4800 optimized dpi resolution for exceptionally crystal-clear prints and at paper sizes of up to 8.5 x 24 inches. HP's Vivera Inks and optional six-ink color technology allows for professional quality photos with true-to-life color.

The automatic duplex printing feature allows for printing on both sides of the paper which greatly reduces paper costs. This printer even allows for printing photos directly from a PictBridge compatible digital camera via the integrated PictBridge USB input, bypassing the need to use a computer for printing photos.

Speed is one of the 6940's greatest assets. This Deskjet is capable of printing up to 36 ppm in black and 27 ppm in color which is significantly quicker than other similar inkjet printers.

Wireless Print Sharing and Networking Features
HP has equipped the Deskjet 6940 with plenty of useful wireless and networking features to help expand upon its usability. The built-in Ethernet input eliminates the need for additional hardware or software, and it also allows for easy setup of a home or office network that allows the user to connect multiple laptops and desktop computers to one printer.

Wireless is the wave of the future, and this printer features the latest in wireless technology. Just plug the printer networking cable into a wireless router (sold separately) and enjoy wireless printing. The Deskjet 6940 also supports Blue tooth wireless connectivity which allows for wireless printing straight from a camera phone or PDA device with an optional wireless print adapter (not included).

Award-Winning Support and Reliability
HP has been a reliable and dependable name since 1988 and was even chosen by consumers as the "most reliable" printer in a 2006 study.

The Deskjet 6940 is compatible with both Windows (including Vista) and Macintosh. It measures 17.7 x 14.5 x 5.7 inches and weighs 13.2 pounds. It's backed by a 1-year limited warranty which includes HP's Total Care advice and support.

What's in the Box
HP Deskjet 6940 Printer, HP 96 Black Inkjet Print Cartridge (21 ml), HP 97 Tri-color Inkjet Print Cartridge (14 ml), HP Photosmart Premier software, printer drivers, user's guide on CD-ROM, setup poster, reference guide, Ethernet cable, power supply, power cord.


Product Details

  • Affordable, high-performance InkJet printer for professional printing at home or office
  • Crisp and clear 4,800 dpi print quality
  • Built-in Ethernet network card
  • Prints up to 36 pages per minute
  • 1-year limited manufacturer's warranty

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Customer Reviews

Amazing deskjet
 
Review Date: February 11, 2006
Reviewer: Chris Fink, Fayetteville, AR USA
I've been in the computer world for many years. I am a die-hard HP fan but the past few Deskjets have not really had the WOW factor to them. Until this one. I just recently purchased it and it was hooked up in no time on my network, all 5 computers can print to it simultaneously and it doesn't have any problem handling the spooling.

I gave this printer a 5 out of 5 because of its quality, ease of use, print quality, appearance itself as it looks great with an all black desktop and overall satisfaction with it.

I recommend this to anyone looking for a good bang for the buck factor as well as an amazing product, once again, from Hewlett-Packard.
I would buy this again.
 
Review Date: March 7, 2007
Reviewer: Connie Griffin-Woodring, Banning, CA USA
The price was great and this printer performs very well for my
needs. The color is excellent and the ink cartridges which came
with the printer are lasting a long time considering the amount
of printing that I have been doing. Putting in the two ink
cartridges is very easy. I wanted a printer that did not have
the five or six cartridge set-up.
So far, LOVE this printer
 
Review Date: February 17, 2007
Reviewer: Amanda,
I bought this printer a few weeks ago, but was putting off installing it. I dread spending tons of time with hardware, and usually there are problems, incompatabilities, and needed updates. The installation was a snap! I connected it using the enclosed ethernet cable. I connected it directly to my wireless router--works great. I then noticed in the written directions that you could only use a wired ethernet connection to establish the needed link to my son's laptop. I was totally bummed since the main reason I bought this printer was to enable us to print directly from the wirelessly routed laptop. WELL, to my great happiness, I was easily able to install the printer wirelessly. It prints really well. I'm very satisfied with all my HP products, and this printer was no exception. If you need to install it directly with a USB, just know that the USB cable is not included in the box.
Excellent Quality
 
Review Date: May 17, 2007
Reviewer: Garry Powers, Pasadena, CA USA
I have had a number of HP deskjets over the years...this one lives up to the excellent quality HP is known for. Black text prints super-fast, and colors are vibrant. I printed a black and white photo using HP Premium Plus Photo paper, and a photographer friend upon seeing it, asked when I had gotten a darkroom. Highly recommend this product.
GOOD PRINTER - GOT IT FOR AN AMAZING PRICE
 
Review Date: March 20, 2010
Reviewer: JON IN L.A., West Hollywood, CA
NEW UPDATE - BACK TO A 5 STAR PRODUCT (AUGUST, 2010) - I don't even remember the problem I mentioned. I did get a Wireless N Router (on sale) and for the first time used this printer's Wireless Options. Since going wireless, it has functioned MUCH MUCH BETTER and without a single problem ... Using the Wireless connection.

Having gone "Wireless Printing" - I would not (and could not) ever go back to a USB attached Printer. GO FOR THE WIRELESS IF YOU CAN. IT'S MUCH BETTER - FOR MANY REASONS (THE CONNECTION, SPEED, REDUCED JAMS/PROBLEMS, NO CORD, FASTER CPU USE/PROCESSING AND PRINTING TIME AND MUCH QUIETER .... ONLY BECAUSE I CAN PUT THE PRINTER FAR FROM ME AND MY LAPTOP ... SO I DON'T HEAR A THING NOW WHEN I PRINT.


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UPDATE: JUST AFTER WRITING MY REVIEW - MARCH 23, 2010 PRINTER STOPPED WORKING AND THE HP DRIVER IS IN A PERMANENT RE-INSTALL MODE WHEN I TRY TO USE THE PRINTER.

SO MUCH FOR MY GIVING SUCH A GOOD REVIEW.

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I have a HP Laptop (despite a lot of negative HP reviews I have seen around, I've never had a problem) and figure I ought to buy HP components/accessories whenever possible to make sure it will install as easily as possible.

This one was an instant install (well, it took a lot of HP downloading and installing of software, automatically, but a lot) and works great.

BIGGEST CON: The PRICE of the replacement cartridges. I bought this printer because at the time my existing printer was out of ink and a new set of in cartridges was literally more expensive than this brand new printer (black friday kind of sale).

CON: The environmental cost of the PRINTER PRICING AND MARKETING. Printers go on sale a super cheap prices to get you 'hooked' on the manufacturers brand AND THEN THEIR INK.

Note: I thought my next printer would be the Kodak All In one .... ONLY BECAUSE OF THE CHEAPER INK PRICES ... I am not sure of this, but I have been told that Kodak is cheaper ink, BUT Kodak requires SPECIAL KODAK PAPER which is much more expensive ... totally negating the ink price savings. (not confirmed)

PRO: CHECK ON AMAZON FOR IN REPLACEMENT/REFILLS. I HAVE FOUND ONE SELLER WHO I HAVE USED TWICE WITH EXCELLENT RESULTS .... AND CAN GET REPLACEMENT CARTRIDGES FOR ONLY $8. They are 'remanufactured' or something like that, but work GREAT! The best price for HP NEW replacement ink cartridges (number 96) is extremely HIGH and should be considered before buying this printer.

Otherwise, I am a light, infrequent printer user, but have had wonderful and easy results from this printer for over a year or two. LOOK FOR A GOOD SALE PRICE! :)

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