HP announces an “industry first” monochrome laser tank printer to provide low-cost printing for small businesses.
HP Inc has launched the HP LaserJet Tank MFP 2600s, a printer targeted at entrepreneurs and small business owners looking to support the next generation of entrepreneurs and business owners by streamlining print management.
“Small business has grown tremendously over the past two years and at HP, we’re uniquely positioned to meet the evolving needs of these customers with the introduction of the HP LaserJet Tank MFP 2600s, featuring the revolutionary, refillable LaserJet tank,” said Xavier Garcia, Global Head of Print Hardware Systems at HP.
The new HP LaserJet Tank MFP 2600s printer can print in duplex mode with a 40-sheet auto document feed support. Features include a mess-free toner refill system that takes 15-seconds to fill, and each fill will print up to 5000 pages. The toner reload kit will save up to 90% waste. The Toner Reload Kit is not included with the printer and must be purchased separately.
The printer has a “Life-long durable imaging drum” with a yield of approximately 50,000 single-sided pages (letter or A4 size paper). The imaging drum unit is replaceable through an authorised service provider.
Users can connect using the HP Smart app, enabling remote printing from a mobile device plus access to advanced scanning features with Smart Advance. Advanced safety features, supported by HP Wolf Essential secure, are incorporated throughout to ensure that sensitive data stays protected.
An HP account is required for full functionality. After 12 months, a monthly fee applies to continue advanced features with HP Smart Advance. HP Smart Advance is not available in all countries. Internet access is required and must be purchased separately.
Our take on this: No pricing or availability was available this morning when we checked the HP.com this morning. The simplicity of the printer is attractive, and I am sure HP will sell these, but the monthly subscription to access all the features is a big no from me and will probably increase the customer churn rate? For the aftermarket the attraction is drum unit and toner pouch replacements.
