HP PSC 1310 Ink Cartridges

HP PSC 1310 Printer Review

The HP PSC 1310 is designed to handle small workgroups that have an array of needs, from photo and monochrome printing to copying and scanning important documents. While output speeds reach a maximum of only 17 pages per minute for monochrome documents and 12 pages per minute for color, the PSC 1310 is among the quicker inkjet models in its price range. Since it uses affordable HP PSC 1310 printer ink, this machine also benefits from being one of the more cost-efficient devices in its class. Unfortunately, it's lack of key office-centric features like a fax machine and robust paper handling make it more akin to basic home office units rather than workgroup printers.

A number of features gear the PSC 1310 toward low volumes, such as its ability to handle a maximum monthly duty cycle of 1,000 pages and a small media capacity of only 100 pages for plain paper and 20 pages for photo media. Another letdown is its lack of an automatic document feeder, which will require users to manually feed each page of a scan job.

In addition to its standard rear USB port, the PSC 1310 also comes with PictBridge connectivity that will enable users to print straight from compatible camera memory cards without their computer. Users will also be able to make copies without a computer due to its front panel design, which will allow them to select whether they want monochrome or color duplicates and the total number needed for a job. The panel also includes tools such as a button to cancel jobs and an LED that will flash when paper needs to be loaded.

According to experts, this device's output is above par for its class and it can print graphics and photos with a crisp resolution of 4800x1200 dpi using color HP PSC 1310 printer ink cartridges. The device prints with one tricolor supply and one black HP PSC 1310 ink cartridge, but users that want to sharpen the quality of images can replace the black supply with an optional photo color cartridge.

The 1310 isn't a good option for small workgroups that want office features like a fax modem and automatic document feeder. For a fair price, however, this inkjet printer offers flexible connectivity, standalone copying and a professional-quality output that can handle low-volume printing for small groups.