HP LaserJet P 2055dn Printer

This small-sized network printer is ideal for a workgroup of upto 10 users

that can efficiently utilize its built-in Fast Ethernet connectivity. It also

has a USB port for single PC connectivity. When connected to a network, the

printer automatically scouts for an IP address from the DHCP. The LaserJet

printer can handle complex print jobs, thanks to its 600 MHz processor and 128MB

memory, which can be expanded upto 384MB. The printer employs HP Fastres and HP

Prores technologies to give prints at 1200x1200 dpi resolution. The duplexer

support lets you save on time and paper with convenient automatic two-sided

printing.

The intuitive yet small and single line LCD control panel lets you do all

settings for the printer. The input tray has 250-sheet capacity, and for higher

printing needs, there is provision for an optional 500-sheet tray also.

In our tests, LaserJet P2055dn was able to print the first page from low

power mode (idle state) in about 20 seconds, showing it takes lesser time to

warm up. For normal state printing, it gave out the first page in 9 seconds.

The quality of the text as well as graphics was crisp and clear. It print

speed is 33 pages per minute while Canon LBP 3370 ( reviewed in Dec'08), also in

the 30k price segment, clocked a print speed of 26ppm and it lacked a duplexer.

Bottomline: Ideal for SMBs and even for enterprise workgroups that need a

fast, reliable, space-saving, monochrome printer to produce high quality

business prints.