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Manufacturer codeQ7102A
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About the HP Photosmart A717 Compact Photo Printer
HP Q7102A is listed in the photo printers category. The recorded specifications include print technology: Inkjet. This entry covers manufacturer code Q7102A. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
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- Print technology
- Inkjet
- Maximum resolution
- 4800 x 1200 DPI
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HP Photosmart A717 Compact Photo Printer specifications
Manufacturer code: Q7102A · Icecat product 517033 · Checked 19 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Print technology | Inkjet |
|---|---|
| Maximum resolution | 4800 x 1200 DPI |
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Audio & listening2 details
| Acoustic power emissions | 5.5 B(A) |
|---|---|
| Acoustic pressure emissions | 55 dB |
Display1 detail
| Display | LCD |
|---|
Processor, memory & storage8 details
| Memory (RAM) | 96 MB |
|---|---|
| Storage capacity | 4 GB |
| Minimum processor | Pentium II ~ |
| Minimum RAM | 64 MB |
| Minimum storage drive space | 200 MB |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -30 - 65 °C |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 95% |
| Processor frequency | 192 MHz |
Camera, image & video2 details
| Video out | Y |
|---|---|
| Camera phone | Direct photo printing from camera phones with the optional HP bt450 Bluetooth Wireless Printer and PC Adapter Yes |
Printing, scanning & paper36 details
| Print head nozzles | 600 |
|---|---|
| Print speed (colour photo, best quality) on photo paper | 98 ppm |
| Total output capacity | 20 sheets |
| Maximum output capacity | 20 sheets |
| Maximum paper trays | 1 |
| Paper tray media types | Photo paper |
| Non-ISO print media sizes | Index card |
| Custom media sizes | 10 x 15 cm, 10 x 30 cm, 13 x 18 cm |
| Duplex print options | N |
| Paper handling | 20-sheet 13 x 18 cm photo paper tray, 20-sheet output tray |
| Recommended media weight | HP pho- papers ~ 280 |
| Standard media sizes | 10 x 15 cm, 10 x 30 cm, 13 x 18 cm |
| Paper handling standard/input | 20-sheet input tray |
| Direct printing | Yes |
| Power consumption (printing) | 32 W |
| Compatible ink types, supplies | Dye-based |
| Standard input trays | 1 |
| Print quality (colour, best quality) | 4800 DPI |
| Print quality (black, best quality) | 1200 x 1200 DPI |
| Print head | 1 (cyan, magenta, yellow) |
| Paper handling standard/output | 20-sheet output tray |
| Automatic paper sensor | N |
| Exifprint supported | Yes, Version 2.2 |
| Maximum input capacity (photo paper) | 20 sheets |
| Maximum print length (imperial) | 12 in |
| Maximum print length | 305 m |
| Media sizes supported (imperial) | 4 x 6 in, 4 x 6.5 in, 4 x 8-in photo card, 4 x 12-in panorama, 5 x 7 in |
| Media weights by paper path | 60 to 90 g/m2, HP photo papers up to 280 g/m2 |
| Print speed (colour, normal quality, 10 x 15 photo) | As fast as 98 sec (with border, direct connect) As fast as 53 sec (with border, direct connect) |
| Printer features | Color photo printing |
| Recommended media weight (imperial) | 16 to 24 lb, HP photo papers up to 75 lb |
| Standard output capacity for cards | Up to 20 cards |
| Vivera inks supported | Y |
| Maximum output capacity (photo paper) | 20 sheets |
| Print speed (colour, draft quality, 10 x 15 photo) | As fast as 39 sec (with border, direct connect) |
| Print speed (colour, draft quality, letter) | >39s (with border, direct connect) |
Connections & wireless5 details
| I/O ports | - USB (USB 2.0) - memory card slots |
|---|---|
| Connectivity technology | Wired |
| Wireless technology | Bluetooth |
| Network ready | No |
| Wireless option type | Optional, with HP bt450 Bluetooth Wireless Printer and PC Adapter |
Power & battery2 details
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
|---|---|
| Power supply type | External, optional internal Lithium-Ion battery (not included, sold separately) |
Controls & features3 details
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 45 °C |
|---|---|
| Recommended operating temperature range (T-T) | 15 - 35 °C |
| Control panel | 9 front-panel buttons (On, Save, Photo Fix & Rotate, Delete, Menu, Print, Cancel, Select, Zoom) |
Design & dimensions6 details
| Weight | 1.57 kg |
|---|---|
| Maximum dimensions (W x D x H) | 252 x 231 x 174 mm |
| Dimensions with trays up | 252 x 118 x 126 mm |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 252 x 231 x 174 mm |
| Product dimensions when open (LxWxD) | 25.1 cm (9.9") |
| Weight (imperial) | 3.5 lb |
Software & compatibility6 details
| Electromagnetic compatibility | CISPR 24/EN55024; CISPR 22/EN55022 Class B; FCC Title 47 Part 15 Class B |
|---|---|
| Bundled software | HP Photosmart Essential HP Photosmart Premier |
| Mac compatibility | Yes |
| Compatible operating systems | Windows 98 SE, 2000, Me, XP Home, XP Professional, XP Professional x64 Edition; Mac OS X v10.3.9 ~ |
| Photo proofsheets supported | N |
| SureSupply supported | Yes |
Further product details19 details
| Market positioning | Home & office |
|---|---|
| Safety | IEC 60950: edition -3: 1999; EN 60950: 2000; UL 1950/CSA22.2 No. 950, edition -3: 1995; NOM 019-SFCI-1993; GB4943: 2001 |
| Total input capacity | 20 sheets |
| Maximum input capacity | 20 sheets |
| Maximum input capacity for cards | 20 |
| Recommended media | HP Advanced Photo Paper: 10 x 15 cm & 13 x 18 cm |
| PictBridge | Yes |
| Minimum system requirements | - SVGA 800x600, 16-bit colour (monitor) - 4x CD-ROM drive - USB, Mac OS X v10.3.9 and higher; G3 processor or compatible; 128 MB RAM; 150 MB available hard disk space for software installation; SVGA 800 x 600 monitor with 16-bit colour; HP Memories Disc Creator Software, requires CD writer and 700 MB of hard disk space |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 95% |
| Non-operating relative humidity (non-condensing) | 5 - 95% |
| Layers per pallet | 11 pc(s) |
| Power requirements | 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 0.6 amp; 110 ~ 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 0.8 amp |
| Technical features | 4.0 GB internal memory holds up to 4000 photos. PictBridge port; memory card slots for all major formats; iPod compatible; optional Bluetooth Print 10 x 15 cm photos in as fast 39 seconds. Instant-drying, smudge- and water-resistant prints with HP Advance |
| Size (imperial) | 25.1 cm (9.9") |
| Maximum input capacity for 10 x 15 cm photographs | 20 sheets |
| Media handling | Sheetfeed |
| Skew | +/- 0.006 in |
| Page yield identifier | PS717 |
| Standard input capacity for cards | Up to 20 cards |
Packaging & supplied accessories12 details
| Package weight | 2.5 kg |
|---|---|
| Pallet gross weight | 681.5 kg |
| Master (outer) cases per pallet | 24 pc(s) |
| Products per pallet | 264 pc(s) |
| Products per pallet (EU) | 190 pc(s) |
| Package dimensions (WxDxH) | 300 x 165 x 211 mm |
| Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) | 1200 x 1000 x 2448 mm |
| Package dimensions (W x D x H) | 299.7 x 165.1 x 210.8 mm (11.8 x 6.5 x 8.3") |
| Package weight (imperial) | 2.49 kg (5.5 lbs) |
| Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) (imperial) | 1198.9 x 1000.8 x 2448.6 mm (47.2 x 39.4 x 96.4") |
| Pallet weight (imperial) | 680.1 kg (1499.3 lbs) |
| Pallet size (EU) | 1200 x 800 x 2337 mm |
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