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HP K550dtwn reviews
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Manufacturer codeC8159B
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About the HP K550dtwn
HP C8159B is listed in the inkjet printers category. The recorded specifications include colour printing: Yes; wi-fi: Yes. This entry covers manufacturer code C8159B. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
For HP K550dtwn, the recorded details include colour printing: Yes; maximum resolution: 4800 x 1200 DPI; print speed (black, normal quality, a4/us letter): 12 ppm. Use these facts to narrow a shortlist, then compare the reviewers’ findings on the features that matter for your use.
- Colour printing
- Yes
- Maximum resolution
- 4800 x 1200 DPI
- Black print speed (normal A4/Letter)
- 12 ppm
- Largest ISO paper size
- A4
- Wi-Fi
- Yes
- Ethernet LAN
- Yes
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HP K550dtwn specifications
Manufacturer code: C8159B · Icecat product 573300 · Checked 22 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Colour printing | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum resolution | 4800 x 1200 DPI |
| Black print speed (normal A4/Letter) | 12 ppm |
| Largest ISO paper size | A4 |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
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Display1 detail
| Built-in display | No |
|---|
Processor, memory & storage8 details
| Memory (RAM) | 32 MB |
|---|---|
| Built-in processor | Yes |
| Processor frequency | 300 MHz |
| Minimum processor | Intel Pentium 90 MHz |
| Minimum RAM | 16 MB |
| Minimum storage drive space | 90 MB |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -40 - 70 °C |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 15 - 90% |
Printing, scanning & paper14 details
| Printing colours | Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow |
|---|---|
| Number of print cartridges | 4 |
| Print speed (colour, draft quality, A4/US Letter) | 33 ppm |
| Print speed (black, draft quality, A4/US Letter) | 37 ppm |
| Print speed (colour, normal quality, A4/US Letter) | 10 ppm |
| Total number of input trays | 2 |
| Total output capacity | 150 sheets |
| Maximum print size | 210 x 297 mm |
| Paper tray media types | Envelopes, Labels, Photo paper, Plain paper, Transparencies |
| Non-ISO print media sizes | Executive, Legal, Statement, Letter |
| Borderless printing media sizes | Index card |
| Paper tray media weight | 60 - 240 g/m² |
| Sound pressure level (printing) | 55 dB |
| Power consumption (printing) | 58.7 W |
Connections & wireless4 details
| USB port | Yes |
|---|---|
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
| Standard interfaces | USB |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11b, 802.11g |
Power & battery6 details
| Power consumption (off) | 0.78 W |
|---|---|
| Power consumption (standby) | 11.36 W |
| Power consumption (PowerSave) | 11.36 W |
| Power consumption (max) | 180 W |
| AC input voltage | 100 - 240 V |
| AC input frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
Controls & features1 detail
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 15 - 35 °C |
|---|
Design & dimensions6 details
| Colour | Yes |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black, Grey |
| Width | 496 mm |
| Depth | 503.9 mm |
| Height | 301.2 mm |
| Weight | 12.9 kg |
Software & compatibility5 details
| Certification | S (FCC Rules), Canada (DoC) Safety IEC 950t, UL listed, EU LVD, EN 60950, NEMKO-GS, Canada CSA, Mexico NOM-NYCE |
|---|---|
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 2000, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows 98, Windows 98SE, Windows ME, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Business x64, Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows Vista Enterprise x64, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Basic x64, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Home Premium x64, Windows Vista Ultimate, Windows Vista Ultimate x64, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Home x64, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Professional x64 |
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.2 Jaguar, Mac OS X 10.3 Panther, Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger |
| Linux operating systems supported | Yes |
| Server operating systems supported | Windows Server 2003 |
Further product details11 details
| Page description languages | PCL 3 |
|---|---|
| Maximum duty cycle | 7500 pages per month |
| Total input capacity | 600 sheets |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9) | A4, A5, A6 |
| ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9) | B5 |
| ISO C-series sizes (C0...C9) | C5, C6 |
| Envelopes sizes | 10, DL |
| Market positioning | Home & office |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 15 - 80% |
| Power cord included | Yes |
| Drivers included | Yes |
Packaging & supplied accessories2 details
| Cables included | USB |
|---|---|
| Manual | Yes |
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What is the listed colour printing for HP K550dtwn?
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What is the listed maximum resolution for HP K550dtwn?
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