HP LASERJET M451dn

Here’s the HP LaserJet Pro 400 Color M451dn (commonly referred to as LaserJe4T M451dn) — a reliable, network-ready color laser printer designed for workgroup environments.

Overview

The HP M451dn is a color laser printer optimized for fast, high-quality printing with integrated network capability, automatic duplexing, and mobile printing options like HP ePrint and Apple AirPrint.

Key Specifications

Print Performance

• Speeds: Up to 21 ppm for both black and color prints.

• First page out: As fast as 17 seconds for both black and color.

Print Quality

• Resolution: Up to 600 × 600 dpi; enhanced by HP ImageREt 3600.

Monthly Volume & Duty Cycle

• Monthly duty cycle: Up to 40,000 pages

• Recommended monthly volume: 750–2,000 pages.

Hardware & Connectivity

Processor & Memory

• Processor: 600 MHz, Memory: 128 MB standard (expandable to 384 MB).

Paper Handling

• Input: 50-sheet multipurpose tray + 250-sheet main tray

• Optional third tray available

• Output capacity: Up to 150 sheets

• Supports automatic two-sided (duplex) printing.

Supported Media

• Compatible with various sizes (A4, envelopes, postcards, etc.) and weights, including glossy and recycled media.

Connectivity & Security

• Interface: USB 2.0 and Built-in Fast Ethernet (10/100Base-TX)

• Mobile printing through HP ePrint and Apple AirPrint

• Robust security features: SSL, SNMP, certificate validation, password protection.

Convenience Features

• Includes a 2-line LCD for simple navigation.

• Energy-saving with ENERGY STAR® and EPEAT® Silver certifications.

• Light footprint: 15.9″ W × 19.1″ D × 12.7″ H and roughly 52 lbs (around 23.6 kg).

• Comes with introductory toner cartridges (approx. 1,400 pages each, for each color and black), power cord, documentation, and a duplexer.

• Lacks a USB cable; network-only wireless functionality requires an additional accessory.

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