HP Deskjet F4140 Ink Cartridges

HP F4140 Printer Review

The HP Deskjet F4140 is a standard 4-in-1 inkjet device with basic print, scan, copy and fax functionality that can support the light-duty needs of home offices. Maximum print speeds of 20 pages per minute for monochrome documents and 14 pages per minute for color projects are satisfactory considering its affordable asking price. This device won't win any awards for flexibility due its minimal feature set, but its inexpensive Deskjet F4140 printer ink and quality output make it a reliable choice for simple graphic, text and photo projects.

With a maximum monthly duty cycle of 500 pages and a built-in memory of 32 MB, the F4140 is designed for low-volume use. The single USB port connection limits it to printing and sharing documents through only one PC. A small media capacity of 100 pages also restricts the device to only occasional use, providing a single input tray that can support plain paper, photo paper and envelopes. Unlike typical all-in-one units, this device lacks an automatic document feeder for the ability to quickly feed pages for copying and scanning.

Located on the front left of the device is its small control panel that includes buttons for navigating through menu options, changing the paper type settings and selecting the number of copies needed for a job. An additional Photosmart Essential button provides access to software for editing, printing and sharing photos. There are also a few LED lights that will indicate when HP F4140 printer ink needs to be replaced or if the supplies are misaligned.

Ideal for projects like personal photos, school papers and graphic presentations, this device uses thermal inkjet technology to print with consistent detail. Monochrome documents can print with a maximum resolution of 1200x1200 dpi, while graphics and images print with a resolution of 4800x1200 dpi using color Deskjet F4140 ink.

Standard yields of only 165 pages for its tricolor HP F4140 ink cartridge and 190 pages for the black supply will contribute to high running costs if users print frequently. However, optional high-capacity supplies can last up to 400 pages for the tricolor replacement and 600 pages for the black HP F4140 ink cartridge. Users also have the option to purchase a 140-sheet photo color supply if they are looking to print a lot of images.

The F4140 has a mixed bag of features, with optional longer-lasting supplies and a quality output, but also drawbacks like limited connectivity. Overall, home offices looking for a simple multifunction device to handle occasional projects will benefit from this model, but there may be better options in its price range.