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HP - LaserJet Pro MFP M521dn All-in-One Laser Printer - Gray/Black

Model: A8P79A#BGJ
SKU: 8397279
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  • Key Specs
    • Networking: Wired
    • ENERGY STAR Certified: true (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
    • Printer Type: All In One
    • Duty Cycle: Up to 75,000 (The maximum number of pages per month that the device can produce without failing, as specified by the manufacturer.)
    • ISO Mono Print Speed: 42 pages per minute (The number of black ink (grayscale) pages able to be printed per minute in the device's default single-side mode, as tested by the International Standards Organization (ISO).)
    • Monochromatic/Color: Monochromatic
  • General
    • Product Name: LaserJet Pro MFP M521dn All-in-One Laser Printer
    • Brand: HP
    • Display Screen: true
    • Display Screen Size: 3.5 inches
    • Model Number: A8P79A#BGJ
    • Color: Gray/Black
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 20 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 18.3 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Weight: 52.7 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Features
    • Automatic Document Feeder: true
    • Photo Printing: false
    • Touch Screen: true (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
    • Automatic Two-Sided Printing: false
  • Certifications Listings & Approvals
    • EPEAT Qualified: true (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
    • EPEAT Level: Silver (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria. Products are rated Bronze, Silver or Gold based on how many of 28 optional criteria they meet (below 50%, 50%, 75%).)
    • TWAIN Compliant: true (Products with this label are compliant with standards set by the TWAIN Working Group for regulating communication between software and digital imaging devices. Devices that are TWAIN compliant are compatible for use with each other without requiring additional software, even if they have different capabilities.)
  • Paper Info
    • Automatic Document Feeder Capacity: 50 sheets
    • Maximum Document Length: 14 inches
    • Maximum Document Width: 8.5 inches
    • Paper Feeder: Multipurpose tray
    • Paper Handling: Up to 100 sheets
    • Supported Paper Sizes: 3" x 5" - 8.5" x 14"
    • Tray Capacity: 100
  • Ink
    • Compatible Cartridges: N/A
    • Ink Subscription Service Available: false (The printer monitors ink usage and alerts the subscription provider when levels are low. A purchased subscription provides refills of ink based on usage.)
  • Copier Info
    • Copier Resolution (Black): Up to 300 x 300 (Refers to the number of pixels/dots, both horizontally and vertically, of the image produced by the copier in black ink. Generally, the higher the resolution, the sharper and cleaner the produced image.)
    • Copier Resolution (Color): Up to 300 x 300 (Refers to the number of pixels/dots, both horizontally and vertically, of the image produced by the copier in colored ink. Generally, the higher the resolution, the sharper and cleaner the produced image.)
    • Maximum Number Of Copies: 99
  • Fax Info
    • Integrated Fax: true
  • Performance
    • Approximate Page Yield (Black): 6000
    • Printer Resolution (Black): Up to 1200 x 1200 (Refers to the number of pixels/dots, both horizontally and vertically, of the image produced by the printer in black ink. Generally, the higher the resolution, the sharper and cleaner the produced image.)
    • Output Tray Capacity: 250 sheets
    • Recommended Monthly Volume: 2000 to 6000 pages (The maximum number of pages that can be printed per month, as recommended by the manufacturer. Printing in excess of this number may reduce the machine's overall lifespan or print quality over time.)
    • First Page Out Time: 8 seconds (The time it takes the printer to print and deliver the first page in the output tray. May depend on the complexity of the copy being printed.)
  • Scanner Info
    • Scanner Resolution: Up to 1200 x 1200 (Refers to the number of pixels/dots, both horizontally and vertically, of the image produced by the scanner. Generally, the higher the resolution, the sharper and cleaner the produced image.)
    • Scanner Type: Flatbed
  • Connectivity
    • Minimum System Requirements: PC: Windows XP (32-bit), Vista or 7 (32- or 64-bit): up to 1.0GHz processor, 1GB (32-bit) or 2GB (64-bit) RAM, 400MB hard drive space; Windows XP (32-bit, SP2): 233MHz Intel Pentium processor; 512MB RAM; Mac: PowerPC G4 or G5
  • Other
    • UPC: 887111015891

Enhance your home or office productivity with this HP LaserJet Pro MFP M521dn A8P79A#BGJ all-in-one printer that features print speeds up to 42 ppm* for speedy operation. HP ePrint technology allows you to print documents from compatible mobile devices.

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  • Prints up to 42 ISO ppm* in black: To generate documents quickly.
  • 4-in-1 functionality: Prints, copies, scans and faxes for flexible use.
  • Be sure you have the right cartridge: Enter your printer's model number into our Ink and Toner Finder to find compatible cartridges. Get started ›
  • Network-ready with built-in 100/1000Base-TX Ethernet interface: For simple connection to your home or office network.
  • HP ePrint technology: Enables you to print remotely from a compatible mobile phone or tablet. Apple AirPrint enabled.
  • Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi: Provides crisp images.
  • Prints on 3" x 5" - 8.5" x 14" media sizes: To enable customized printing.
  • Copies up to 42 cpm* in black: To generate copies quickly.
  • Black and color copy resolutions up to 300 x 300 dpi: For clear, clean copies.
  • Flatbed scanner with 24-bit color: Plus a scan resolution up to 1200 x 1200 dpi to reproduce exact colors and large documents.
  • Scan-to-USB flash drive, scan-to-network folder and scan-to-e-mail functions: Make it easy to transfer important documents and photos.
  • High-speed fax: With 33.6 Kbps modem and a 59-page memory faxes 1 page in as little as 6 seconds to meet your office needs.
  • 50-page automatic document feeder: For unattended faxing, scanning and copying of multiple-page documents.
  • 3.5" touch-screen control panel: With home, cancel, help, right/left arrows and back buttons and ready and error LED indicator lights for easy operation.
  • USB 2.0 connectivity: For simple connection to your computer.
  • System requirements: PC: Windows XP (32-bit), Vista or 7 (32- or 64-bit): up to 1.0GHz processor; 1GB (32-bit) or 2GB (64-bit) RAM; 400MB hard drive space; Windows XP (32-bit, SP2): 233MHz Intel Pentium processor; 512MB RAM.
Whats Included
  • HP 55 Black ink cartridge
  • LaserJet Pro MFP M521dn All-in-One Printer
  • Owner's manual
  • Power cord, fax cable
  • Software CDs

Q: good morning, what kind of format will it scan to...pdf, tif, ??? also how many sheets go into the main drawer. thank you

A: This will sacn to JPG and PDF formats. It has a 100-sheet multipurpose tray and a 500-sheet main input tray.

Q: If I'm printing documents and page 1 is letter and page 2 is legal, will the paper automatically change sizes or do I have to manually do this?

A: Yes if you set the paper to "auto tray select". Note this has a 100 sheet multipurpose tray and a 500 sheet main paper tray. There is an optional 550 sheet lower tray available as an accessory.

Q: Is this wireless?

A: This printer is not wireless.

Q: Can this device scan double-sided documents? Can this device copy double-sided documents?

A: Yes, this LaserJet can print and copy double-sided documents.

Q: Will this printer support 11 X 17" paper?

A: No. This printer can only handle up to 8.5 x 14 inch paper.

Q: I am wondering if I can find this machine capable to print in color as well. Any model? I am looking the same exact features like this one but also being able to print in color. Thanks

A: This is the closest one that is carried at Best Buy: https://www.bestbuy.com/site/hp-laserjet-pro-m479fdw-wireless-color-all-in-one-laser-printer-white/6348956.p?skuId=6348956

Q: Does this printer have a flatbed scanner?

A: Yes, this printer has a flatbed scanner.

Q: Can this print function with wireless wifi? the connectivity says USB, please confirm.

A: This printer does not have WiFi capabilities. It can only be connected to a router using the Ethernet cable or to a computer with the USB A to B cable.