HP / Hewlett Packard Deskjet 6988 Inkjet Printer
The Hewlett-Packard Deskjet 6988 Color Inkjet Printer is an affordable performance print solution for professional printing at office and home. Work the way you want to with built-in Wi-Fi wireless 802.11g/b and wired Ethernet printing and print sharing with up to five computers, and work more productively with breakthrough speeds up to 36ppm black, up to 27ppm color in Fast Draft mode. Even print professional-quality color up to 4800 optimized dpi or optional 6-ink color. The Deskjet 6988 also supports convenient, direct photo printing without a PC from PictBridge-enabled cameras using printer's front USB port.
This Versatile printer lets you create standard and custom size photos up to 8.5 x 24", with or without borders or save time and use up to 50% less paper with optional auto two-sided printing. The automatic paper type sensor and optional 250-sheet plain paper tray are other convenient paper handling features. Even enhance and fix photos automatically with HP Photosmart Premier Software.
- Fast Printing and Exceptional Performance
- Breakthrough speeds in laser-quality black up to 36ppm, and high quality color up to 27ppm; even print 4 x 6" borderless photos in as fast as 24 seconds.
- Professional Photo Quality
- Make a positive impression every time you print with reliable, professional photo-quality color and laser-quality black. Enjoy the versatility of printing in 4800-optimized dpi color and 4-ink color, or optional 6-ink color (HP 99 Photo Inkjet Print Cartridge) for richer photos.
- Bright, Vivid Prints with Exceptional Fade Resistance
- Print professional photos that resist fading longer than traditionally processed photos using HP Vivera Inks and HP Premium Plus photo papers.
- A Versatile Printer
- This versatile printer for true-to-life photos, projects and laser-quality text lets users create and print a wide range of colorful projects such as reports, brochures, flyers, photos, and more. It can print on all types of inkjet receivable paper, and there is an auto paper-type sensor so the printer can automatically optimize print quality for various papers. Furthermore the smart, fast-access controls include Print cancel, Network configuration and Quiet print mode selections.
- Volume Printing
- HP's high-capacity ink cartridges can save ink and money, and are ideal for higher-volume jobs. Work at peak efficiency with optional HP two-sided printing accessory and extra 250-sheet paper tray.
- Print Photos without Borders
- Print standard and custom size photos, with or without borders, at sizes up to 8.5 x 24". Easily print photos for display in standard frame sizes using pre-cut 4 x 6", 5 x 7" and 8 x 10" photo papers.
- HP Real Life Technologies
- HP Real Life technologies (Auto Red-eye Removal and Adaptive Lighting) lets users automatically remove red-eye, and enhance detail in dark areas of photos.
- Easy Set-up and Efficient Design
- The Deskjet 6988 is easy to use and quick to set up with user-friendly printer software, and the HP inkjet cartridges are designed for efficient ink usage so you can save ink and money. There is even a convenient, one-touch print cancel button to save time, paper and ink.
- Built-in Wireless and Wired Ethernet
- Easily share your printer on a small wired network with multiple PCs using built-in Ethernet capability. With easy setup, there is no need for additional hardware or software - just connect for wired networking via an RJ-45 connector or use the built-in wireless networking using 802.11g/b Wi-Fi. Even print from your camera phone and PDA with the optional Bluetooth wireless print adapter.
- Never Run Out of Ink
- Stay on top of ink replacement with HP SureSupply - receive alerts when a cartridge is low, monitor its remaining life, and reorder online or check stock and prices at nearby stores. For more information, visit http://www.hp.com/learn/suresupply - Only available with original HP supplies; Internet access required.
- Direct Printing from Digital Cameras
- Print photos without a PC using select HP and other PictBridge-enabled cameras. PictBridge lets you simply connect and print photos using a USB cable and the front USB port on the printer.
- Includes Image Software
- Organize, edit, enhance and print photos and create photo projects with HP Photosmart Premier Software, then easily share your images with HP Photosmart Share.
| Printing Method | |
|---|---|
| Printing Technology | HP Thermal Inkjet with HP PhotoREt III (HP PhotoREt IV with optional photo cartridge) and HP Real Life Technologies (Adaptive Lighting & Auto Red-eye Removal) |
| Maximum Resolution |
Black (Best): 1200 x 1200 rendered dpi Color (Best): 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi |
| Minimum Ink Droplet Size | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Ink Type | HP Vivera Inks |
| Ink Palette |
CMYK or CcMmYK (optional) |
| Ink Cartridge Configuration |
1 Tri-Color Cartridge, 1 Black Cartridge or 1 Tri-Color Cartridge & 1 Photo Cartridge (optional) |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Print Speed |
Black (Draft): Up to 36ppm Color (Draft): Up to 27ppm |
| Input Buffer | 32MB |
| Printer Duty Cycle | 5000 prints/month |
| Print Archival Life | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Paper Handling | |
| Maximum Paper Width | 8.5" |
| Maximum Printable Area | 8.5 x 24" |
| Paper Sizes | Letter, Legal, Executive, A2, A4, A5, B5 (JIS), 2L, Envelopes (No 10, DL, C6, No 3, No 4), Cards (A6, A5), Custom Media Sizes (3 x 5" - 8.5 x 24") |
| Borderless Photo Sizes | 4 x 6", 5 x 7", 8 x 10", 8.5 x 11", borderless panorama (4 x 10", 4 x 11", 4 x 12"), A4, A5, A6, 2E, L, 2L, KG, Cabinet |
| Paper Types | Plain Paper, Inkjet Paper, Photo Paper, Banner Paper, Cards, Envelopes, Labels, Transparencies, Iron-on transfers, Borderless media, HP Premium media |
| Maximum Paper Thickness | 130 lbs (240g/m2) |
| Paper Capacity | 150 sheets (plain paper) |
| Special Media Support | No |
| Connectivity | |
|---|---|
| Computer Interface | USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed) |
| Compatible Memory Cards | No |
| Direct Print Capable | Yes (PictBridge) |
| Network Capable |
Wired Ethernet (802.3 via RJ-45 connector) Wireless Network (802.11b/g Wi-Fi) |
| PostScript Support | No |
| System & Software Requirements |
Windows System
Macintosh System
|
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Status Display | Indicator LEDs |
| Image Preview Display | No |
| Front Panel Controls | Power, Paper (load/eject), Cancel, Quiet mode, WiFi Secure mode |
| Power Requirements | 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz |
| Dimensions | 17.7 x 5.7 x 14.5" (451 x 144 x 367mm) |
| Weight | 13.2 lbs (6.3kg) |
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Pros
- Compact Design
- Durable construction
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Fast Print Time
Cons
Best Uses
- Black & white Documents
- Photos
Comments about HP / Hewlett-Packard Deskjet 6988 Inkjet Printer:
Bought this printer for my grand daughter who is starting college. A perfect choice after comparing other printers in this price range. She found it easy to install and set up on her lap top.
- Primary use:
- Personal
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Cables & Adapters
- Price: $37.50
Ink Cartridges
- Price: $28.95
Photo Paper
- Price: $6.99
Surge Protectors
- Price: $6.50
What's in the Box
- Power Supply
- Power Cord (type A)
- Ethernet Cable (RJ-45)
- HP 96 Black Inkjet Print Cartridge (21 ml)
- HP 97 Tri-Color Inkjet Print Cartridge (14 ml)
- Software CD-ROM (HP Photosmart Premier Software, Printer Drivers)
- User's Guide on CD-ROM
- Setup Poster
- Reference Guide
- Network Guide
- 1-Year Limited Hardware Warranty Backed by HP Customer Care, Service and Support
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