HP Photosmart C7280

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1496 reviews from magazines and websites. People really like the usability and build quality. The size and value for money are also appreciated, whereas there are some negative comments about the noise and control panel.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Printers the HP Photosmart C7280 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 81/100 = Very good quality.

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HP Photosmart C7280 All-in-One

 

Network workhorse

It just works. Solid Mac driver support for both Tiger and Leopard.

No duplex scanning. Minimal security for the built-in Web server.

If you need an all-in-one for your Mac, this jack of all trades won't disappoint.

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Hewlett-Packard Photosmart C7280 MFP

 

Automatic document feeder ; Excellent print quality for text and graphics ; Second tray for 4x6 and 5x7 photo paper ; Built-in duplexer ; 802.11g, Ethernet, and USB connectivity

Photo scans and photo print quality could be better ; Occasional wireless dropouts

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HP Photosmart C7280

 

Most ink-jet-based all-in-ones (AIOs) emphasize either photo-related or office-centric features. The former are best suited for a home, while the latter work well for a small office or home office. The HP Photosmart C7280 All-In-One ($299.99 direct) is...

High-quality photos. Automatic document feeder (ADF). Standalone copier and fax. Network connector. Wi-Fi

Less-than-ideal text quality. Low paper capacity

The HP Photosmart C7280 All-In-One can serve double duty as a home and a home-office AIO, with high-quality photo output joining office-centric features like standalone faxing.

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HP Photosmart C7280 All-In-One

 

The HP Photosmart C7280 combines photo-centric and office-centric features.

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Review: HP Photosmart C7280

 

If you're looking for a multifunction printer that's loaded with features but still does a good job printing text and graphics-filled documents, HP's Photosmart C7280 is worth a look. This multifunction device includes print, scan, copy, and fax...

The C7280 is a six-color (in six separate ink tanks) ink-jet printer with a 100-sheet, letter-size primary paper tray and a secondary tray that holds up to 20 sheets of 4-by-6-inch or 5-by-7-inch photo paper. It also has slots for all standard memory...

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Keep looking...

 

I should have learned from my bad experience with their desktop computer that spending my money on their products is a risky venture, to say the least. Bad customer service seems to be the norm today, but to have no solution at all was a complete waste...

Larger capacity ink wells, individual ink color cartridges

Scanner bulb burned out after light to moderate use. HP's solution? "Too bad, so sad." I would expect a $450+ scanner/printer to last a little longer than it's warranty. HP wont even offer a cost-effective solution other than sell me another one

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Photo tray broke after just a few prints

 

Printer works fine for documents and fax. Easy to load ink cartridges

Photo tray quit working after just a few prints(<20) Out of warranty, so "too bad". Set-up was a nightmare with multiple phone lines and wirelass modem. Definitely not worth the extra $ for the photo printing

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HP Support acknowledges that photo tray is defective

 

Defective product not supported by manufacturer.

wireless printing, fax and copying just fine

Photo tray is defective and ultimately breaks. Get "out of paper" error that cannot be fixed. Tech support from India then insists on selling you a new printer. Expensive, multiple ink cartridges run out of ink

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I hate this unit! Alway having issues with it.

 

Not worth the expensive price tag at all. Do Not Buy! Updated on Feb 28, 2011

Not much good to say

Ink hog ; Stops printing when it says an ink cartridge is nearing its expiration date ; Refuses to print in black and white when any of the color cartridges run out which happens often or a color ink cartridge in nearing expiration date

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Dreadful printer

 

I WILL NEVER AGAIN buy ANY HP equipment again, after the amount of time i have spent on trying to get this printer to work.

print quality is good (when working).........only enjoyment will be when I take a hammer to this awful piece of junk when i finally get a replacement (non HP)

Absolutely dreadful drivers ; Bought this as a network printer, only prints reliably when hooked up to USB ; IT IS VERY NOISY...u have to hear it to believe it ; Ink does not last long ; HP support are useless

Product Specifications

The HP No. 343 Tri-Color Inkjet Print Cartridge is designed for home users and digital photo enthusiasts, people who expect high quality results and trouble-free performance and will print everything from college or work projects to color photos. Rich, lifelike color for vibrant, professional-quality graphics and photos. Produce attention-grabbing charts and graphics and bright, rich photos with excellent color saturation. HP No. 343 Tri-Color Inkjet Print Cartridge is ideal for everything from home projects and photos to business presentations and marketing materials. Print photos with exceptional fade resistance and make sure those moments stay as fresh, bright and vivid as the day you captured them. It is the perfect choice for photos you want to keep, whether in an album, on the wall or on your desk; also ideal for printing multiple copies that you can share with others.

Consumable

Cartridge Features:HP Vivera
Color:Black/Black / Color (cyan, magenta, yellow)/Black / Cyan / Light cyan / Light magenta / Magenta / Yellow/Color (cyan, magenta, yellow)/Color (cyan, magenta, yellow) / Color (light cyan, light magenta, black)/Cyan/Cyan / Magenta / Yellow/Light cyan/Light magenta/Magenta/Yellow
Consumable Type:Print cartridge/Print cartridge (photo)/Print cartridge / paper kit

Copying

Max Copying Resolution B/W:1200 x 1200 dpi
Max Copying Resolution Color:4800 x 1200 dpi
Max Copying Speed B/W:34ppm
Max Copying Speed Color:33ppm

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:17.5in
Height:9.8in
Weight:25.4lbs
Width:17.7in

Document & Media Handling

Max Copy Size:8.5 in x 24.0 in/Letter A Size (8.5 in x 11 in)
Standard Media Capacity:100sheets

Fax Machine

Max Transmission Speed:33.6Kbps

General

Consumable Subcategory:Cartridges/Printing kits
Printer Consumable Class:Consumables and kits
Technology:Ink-jet

Header

Compatibility:PC
Country Kits:Canada / United States/Europe/United States/Western Europe
Localization:English/English / French
Manufacturer:Hewlett-Packard
Model:343/343 Series Photo Starter Pack/343 Series Photo Value Pack/343/337 Business Kit/343/348 Series Pro Photo Pack/363/363 Large/363 Series Photo Value Pack/C7280 All-in-One
Packaged Quantity:1
Product Line:HP/HP Photo Pack/HP Photosmart

Media

Smaller Dimension (For Sorting):100mm

Memory

Max Supported Memory:64MB
Standard Memory:64MB

Miscellaneous

Category of Accessory:Printing consumables/Printing consumables / Printing media
Microsoft Certification:Certified for Windows Vista
Vista Certification:Certified for Windows Vista

Office Machine

Fax Type:Plain paper
Functions:Copier / Fax / Printer / Scanner
Monthly Duty Cycle (max):3000impressions
Photo Multifunction:Photo printer
Printing Output Type:Color
Printing Technology:Ink-jet
Type:Fax / copier / printer / scanner

PC Connectivity

PC Connection:Ethernet 10 Base-T / Hi-Speed USB / IEEE 802.11g
PC Connection Availability: Yes

Printing

Max Printing Speed B/W:34ppm
Max Printing Speed B/W (ppm):34ppm
Max Printing Speed Color:33ppm
Max Printing Speed Color (ppm):33ppm
Max Resolution B/W:1200 x 1200 dpi
Max Resolution Color:4800 x 1200 dpi
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