HP Laser 1008a Printer Details
The HP Laser 1008a is a compact, single-function monochrome (black and white) laser printer designed for home offices and small workspaces. It is known for its "plug-and-play" simplicity and high-quality text output.
## Core Specifications
Printer Type: Single-function (Print only)
Print Technology: Laser
Color Output: Monochrome (Black & White)
Print Speed: Up to 20 ppm (pages per minute)
First Page Out: As fast as 8.3 seconds
Max Resolution: Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi
Monthly Duty Cycle: Up to 10,000 pages (Recommended: 100 to 1,500 pages)
Processor & Memory: 400 MHz processor with 64MB RAM
## Paper Handling & Connectivity
Input Tray: 150-sheet capacity
Output Bin: 100-sheet capacity
Connectivity: High-Speed USB 2.0 port (Note: This model does not have Wi-Fi; for wireless features, look at the 1008w model).
Duplex Printing: Manual (driver support provided)
Supported Sizes: A4, A5, B5 (JIS), Oficio, Envelopes (DL, C5), and custom sizes (76 x 127 to 216 x 356 mm).
## Physical & Power Details
Dimensions: Approximately 331 x 215 x 178 mm (Compact enough for most desks)
Weight: 4.16 kg
Power Consumption: ~320W (Active), 33W (Ready), 1.1W (Sleep)
Compatible Cartridge: HP 166A Black Original Laser Toner Cartridge (~1,500 page yield)
## Key Advantages
Compact Footprint: One of the smallest laser printers in its class.
Sharp Text: Specifically optimized for bold blacks and crisp graphics.
Auto-Off Tech: Features HP Auto-On/Auto-Off technology to save energy when not in use.