HP LaserJet 2300L - The Best You Can Get For Your Small Or Home Office

All-Around Quality

The HP LaserJet 2300L printer is a high-quality media device with many modern features even though it, and several others of the 2300 series, has been discontinued by HP. It uses 2300L replacement toners that are easily replaceable. It uses standard printer paper and is capable of reliably producing 30,000 pages per month. These are excellent baseline numbers for any printer.

It starts out with a factory-issued 32M of internal memory but can be expanded up to 288 MB. It contains a 266 MHz processor which determines its printing speed. Although it's printing speed is average, it is able to print up to twenty pages a minute with the resolution of 1,200 by 1,200. This printer is able to print continuously for over an hour as it has a two-tray capacity that holds up to 1,700 pages.

Versatility

"As with other printers in this series, the 2300L is very versatile to fit your needs whether at the office or at home. It is able to print in many different styles upon many types of paper and even specialized stationary. Acceptable media types that are easy to use are the standard letter printing paper, envelopes, legal paper, executive paper for the office, and even larger papers at the size of 8.5"" x 14"". You can also customize the type of media that the printer can use, including sheets that are a size from 3"" x 5"" to 8.5"" x 14"" which gives you an even wider variety."

"One characteristic it does not share with similar printers is its physical size. At 31.3 lbs, it is significantly lighter than other printers with comparable statistics. With dimensions of 16.2"" x 17.7"" x 15.6"", it will fit nicely on a large desk or in a small office."

Compatibility

The HP LaserJet 2300L is also backwards-compatible with older computers. The B-size bidirectional parallel port will allow older hardware to connect to the printer, while the newer, industry-standard USB 1.1 connectivity will match with nearly any desktop or notebook on the market. In addition, this printer is compatible with both Windows and Macintosh operating systems, making it viable in almost any situation.

In addition to the printer itself, upon purchase you also receive all necessary cables, a free print cartridge, software and documentation in CD-ROM format, a flyer containing support information, and a free Startup Guide to assist in installation, maintenance, and use. A control panel overlay can be included to adjust the dialect on the printer keys. This is a useful accessory in the event your primary language or work environment is not English-based.

The 2300L is affordable compared to the other members of its series. The 2300D, cheapest of the 2300s still in production, retails for $649.00, while the newer 2300dtn retails for a somewhat staggering $1,199.00. The 2300L, however, can be found on a store shelf for $470.00, or a refurbished one can be purchased in some places for less than $100, striking an excellent balance between performance and affordability.

Balance

There are more printers out there that are further advanced and affordable, but the HP LaserJet 2300L printer still manages to find a balance between each one. If, by chance, it breaks down, it is easily maintained and serviced. This helps decrease the overhead costs of getting it repaired and allows you to return to work faster. Even if you own a 2300L or want to buy a new model, the 2300L is worth another look.

There is certainly nothing technically lacking in the toner used by this machine. This machine meets the excellent standard HP itself sets for its products. There is money to be saved every time you order toners cartridges when you do so online.