Name: HP Smart Tank Plus 551
Brand: HP
SKU: 1408837
Rating: 80 (17 reviews)

Manual of product Smart Tank Plus 551

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Editorial note

The HP Smart Tank Plus 551 printer stands out for several notable advantages that make it an interesting choice for users looking for a versatile printing solution. With a maximum resolution of 4800 x 1200 DPI, it ensures high-quality prints, whether for documents or images. Its ink tank system also helps reduce long-term printing costs while offering a manual duplex printing feature that contributes to economical paper use. Additionally, its color scanning and copying capabilities add extra value to this device, making document management more efficient. However, some drawbacks may deter potential users. The color printing speed, limited to 5 pages per minute, may prove insufficient for those with fast printing needs. Furthermore, manual duplex printing requires user intervention, which can hinder efficiency when printing multiple copies of documents. The lack of automatic duplex copying and an integrated fax machine may also disappoint some professionals who expect these features in a work environment. The writing scores reflect an overall positive user experience with a rating of 85, thanks to a user-friendly interface and intuitive features. However, the printing performance is rated at 70, highlighting the need for improvements in color printing speed. The modern design of the printer received a score of 80, appreciated for its elegance and practicality. The value for money is rated at 75, confirming that despite some shortcomings, the product offers good value due to its ink tank system. In summary, the HP Smart Tank Plus 551 is an all-in-one printer that is perfectly suited for users looking for a quality printing solution, but it may be less suitable for those with fast printing needs or requiring advanced features such as faxing.

Score details

User experience

The user experience is generally positive, with a user-friendly interface and intuitive features. However, the fact that double-sided printing is manual may reduce efficiency.

Performance

Print performance is good for standard documents, but the color printing speed, limited to 5 ppm, may be a drawback for users with fast needs.

Design

The design is modern and well thought out, with a built-in screen that facilitates use. The light basalt color adds a touch of elegance.

Value for money

The ink tank system helps reduce printing costs in the long run, providing good value for money, even though some features like faxing are missing.

Features

Features include color printing, scanning, and copying, but the lack of automatic duplex copying and faxing may disappoint some users.

Usability

Ease of use is satisfactory, but the need for manual intervention for double-sided printing may inconvenience some users.

Advantages

High-quality printing up to 4800 x 1200 DPI

Ink tank for long-term savings

Manual duplex printing to reduce paper

True-to-life color scanning and copying

Wireless connectivity and mobile printing

Disadvantages

Slow color print speed.

Manual duplex printing.

No automatic duplex copying.

Output capacity limited to 30 sheets.

No built-in fax machine.

Technical Specifications Smart Tank Plus 551

General Information

Model

SMART TANK PLUS 551
Brand

HP
Category

Computers and accessories
Type

Printer
SKU

1408837
MPN

1408837

Print speed

Printing technology

A thermal inkjet
Printing

Color printing
Duplex printing mode

Manual
Print speed (ISO/IEC 24734) black

11 ppm
Color resolution

4800 x 1200 DPI
Color resolution

4800 x 1200 DPI
Black print resolution

1200 x 1200 DPI
Print speed (ISO/IEC 24734) color

5 ppm
Print speed (color, draft quality, A4/US Letter)

16 ppm
Print speed (black, draft quality, A4/US Letter)

22 ppm
Right print margin (min)

3 mm
Right print margin (min)

3 mm
Right print margin (min)

3 mm
Right print margin (min)

3 mm
Borderless printing

Yes
Print speed (ISO/IEC 24734) black

11 ppm
Print speed (ISO/IEC 24734) color

5 ppm
Copy time for the first page (Black, normal)

14 s
Copy time for the first page (color, normal)

21 s
Borderless printing

Yes

Copier

Copy

Color copy
Max. resolution of copies

600 x 600 DPI
Copy speed (normal quality, black, A4)

10 cpm
Copy speed (black, draft, A4)

22 cpm
Copy speed (color, draft, A4)

14 cpm
Automatic adjustment function

Yes
Resizing copy

25 - 400 %
Maximum number of copies

99 copies
Automatic adjustment function

Yes
Automatic adjustment function

Yes

Digitization

Digitization

Color scanning
Maximum scanning resolution

1200 x 1200 DPI
Optical analysis resolution (color)

1200 x 1200 pixels per inch
Optical analysis resolution (color)

1200 x 1200 pixels per inch
Maximum scan area

216 x 297 mm
Maximum scanning resolution

1200 x 1200 DPI
Type of scanner

Flatbed scanning
Scanning technology

CIS
Scanning speed (color)

3 ppm
Scanner speed (black)

5 ppm
Supported image formats

BMP, JPEG, PNG, TIFF
Support for text formats

PDF
Scan to

Software, E-mail Server
Input color display depth

24 bit
Scan drivers

TWAIN
Gray levels

256

Fax

Fax

No

Sustainability

Sustainability certificates

ENERGY STAR
Compliance with sustainability

Yes

Design

Market position

Domestic and professional
Built-in screen

Yes
Product color

Gray
Screen

LCD
Screen size

2 "
Order type

Buttons
Color name

Light basalt

Features

All-in-one multitasking

Yes
Service cycle (Maximum)

1000 pages per month
Number of print cartridges

4
Languages of the page description

PCL 3 GUI
HP Segment

House
Country of origin

China
All-in-one multitasking

Yes
Service cycle (recommended)

400 - 800 pages per month
Printing colors

Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow
All-in-one multitasking

Yes

Input and output capacity

Maximum input capacity

100 sheets
Maximum output capacity

30 sheets
Maximum input capacity

100 sheets
Maximum number of feed bins

1
Maximum number of feed bins

1
Maximum output capacity

30 sheets

Paper management

Maximum ISO A series paper size

A4
Type of paper tray support

Envelopes
ISO, Format Series A (A0...A9)

Glossy paper
ISO, Formats Series-B (B0...B9)

Matte paper
Non-ISO print support sizes

Photo paper
Support width customization

Plain paper
Envelope sizes

A4
Borderless print size

A6
Customization of support length

B5
Weight of paper tray support

Legal
Maximum print format

76.2 - 215.9 mm
B5
DL
A4
Letter
127 - 355.6 mm
60 - 300 g/m²
216 x 355 mm

Weight and dimensions

Weight

5140 g
Width

447 mm
Depth

373 mm
Height

158 mm

Packaging information

Package weight

7250 g
Package width

495 mm
Package depth

198 mm
Package height

480 mm

Minimum system requirements

Support for the Windows operating system

Windows 11
Support for the Mac operating system

Windows 8.1
Windows 8
Windows 7
Windows 10
Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave
Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra
Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra
Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan

Special features

Unknown

Yes
HP software provided

HP Printer Software, HP Update
Unknown

Yes

Environmental conditions

Operating relative humidity (H-H)

15 - 80 %
Temperature out of operation

-40 - 60 °C
Operating temperature

5 - 40 °C
Humidity out of operation

5 - 90 %
Recommended humidity level for use

20 - 80 %

Power

AC input frequency

50/60 Hz
AC input voltage

100 - 240 V
Electricity consumption (stop)

0.12 W
Energy consumption (loan)

3.12 W
Energy consumption (in standby mode)

0.75 W
Electricity consumption (average operation)

- W
Energy Star, typical electrical consumption (TEC)

0.13 kWh/week

Connectivity

USB port

Yes
USB port

Yes
Quantity of USB 2.0 Ports

1

Representation / realization

Maximum internal memory

256 MB
Built-in memory card reader

No
Maximum internal memory

256 MB
Integrated into the processor

Yes
Sound power level (impression)

6.5 dB
Processor frequency

800 MHz

Logistics data

Layers per pallet

5 piece(s)
Gross weight of the pallet

435 g
Products by pallet

60 piece(s)

Other features

Weight per pallet

958 kg
Pallet dimensions (L x W x H)

1200 x 1000 x 2400 mm
Pallet dimensions (L x W x H)

47.24 x 39.37 x 94.39 "
Recommended system requirements

Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7: 1 GHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor, 2 GB available hard disk space, Internet connection, USB port, Internet Explorer.
Number of users

3 user(s)
PictBridge

No
Number of print heads

2

Technical details

Main lockers (external) per pallet

12 piece(s)

Certificate

Certification

CISPR 32:2015/EN 55032:2015 Class B;
CISPR24:2010/EN 55024:2010;
EN 61000-3-2:2014;
EN 61000-3-3:2013;
FCC CFR 47 Part 15B;
ICES-003,2016 Issue 6;
EN 301 489-1 V2.1.1:2017;
EN 301 489-17 V3.1.1:2017

Packaging contents

Provided software

HP Printer Software
Cables included

HP Update
HP Photo Creations
Sector

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the weight of the HP Smart Tank Plus 551?

The weight of the HP Smart Tank Plus 551 is 5140 g.

What is the best method to remove paper jammed in the printer?

To remove jammed paper, it is recommended to do so carefully. Turn off the printer and ensure that the print head is not sticking out of the paper and that no pieces of paper remain inside.

Why does my printer not recognize the original cartridges?

Non-authentic cartridges may not be detected by the printer. In this case, a message may indicate that the cartridge is empty. Check the manual of the purchased cartridge for solutions, and if the problem persists, it is advisable to contact the seller.

Why is the quality of my prints poor?

Poor print quality can have several causes. Check if the cartridges or toners are full. Inkjet printers may require cleaning if the cartridges are dry or the print head is damaged. For laser printers, calibration is recommended.

What is the difference between a laser printer and an inkjet printer?

A laser printer uses toner to print, while an inkjet printer uses ink.

Why does my inkjet printer leave black streaks on prints?

Generally, this is due to a damaged inkjet printer cartridge that needs to be replaced.

What does the acronym DPI mean?

DPI, which stands for Dots Per Inch, indicates the number of ink droplets that are deposited on the paper per inch during printing.

What certifications does the HP Smart Tank Plus 551 have?

The HP Smart Tank Plus 551 is certified by the following standards: CISPR 32:2015/EN 55032:2015 Class B; CISPR24:2010/EN 55024:2010; EN 61000-3-2:2014; EN 61000-3-3:2013; FCC CFR 47 Part 15B; ICES-003,2016 Issue 6; EN 301 489-1 V2.1.1:2017; EN 301 489-17 V3.1.1:2017.

How many cartridges can be installed in the HP Smart Tank Plus 551?

The HP Smart Tank Plus 551 can accommodate 4 cartridges.

What is the size of the screen on the HP Smart Tank Plus 551?

The screen on the HP Smart Tank Plus 551 measures 2 inches.

What is the height of the HP Smart Tank Plus 551?

The height of the HP Smart Tank Plus 551 is 158 mm.

What is the width of the HP Smart Tank Plus 551?

The width of the HP Smart Tank Plus 551 is 447 mm.

What is the depth of the HP Smart Tank Plus 551?

The depth of the HP Smart Tank Plus 551 is 373 mm.

Is the manual for the HP Smart Tank Plus 551 available in French?

Unfortunately, the manual for the HP Smart Tank Plus 551 is not available in French. It is only available in English.

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