HP PSC 950 Ink Cartridges

The HP PSC 950 is the base model in a series of multifunction devices that can print, copy, scan and fax documents for home offices. This device, as well as its brother models, the PSC 950vr and PSC 950xi, tested at the slower end of its class with maximum print speeds of only 12 pages per minute for monochrome documents and 10 pages per minute for color projects. While the PSC 950 costs slightly more than comparable inkjet printers, the price is justified by its satisfactory package of features and high-quality output.

Since the device can only handle a maximum monthly duty cycle of 2,000 pages and has only 8 MB of memory, it is best suited for light-duty use. The PSC 950's maximum media handling capacity of 100 pages is also somewhat limited, but supports plain paper, labels, greeting cards and photo paper to handle basic day-to-day projects. It also lacks a document feeder for automatic scanning, making this unit a better fit for homes rather than small offices.

Users are provided with control options through its software utility called HP Director, which offers management over faxing and copying features, as well as over where a scanned document is sent. The front panel also includes control features such as a status LCD display and buttons to fax, copy or scan a document quickly. The front of the device goes further to include memory card slots that can read from popular formats like CompactFlash and SmartMedia. When a compatible media card is put in, the LCD will direct users to either save photos to their PC or print them directly.

The unit's best attribute is its professional-quality graphic and photo output, which printed above par in expert tests with a resolution of 3400x1200 dpi using color HP PSC 950 printer ink. The copier also performed well, duplicating monochrome and color projects with a maximum resolution of 600x1200 dpi.

The device uses 450-sheet capacity tricolor HP PSC 950 ink cartridges and 500-sheet capacity black supplies that make it a good fit for low volumes. Users have the option to lower their running costs by replacing supplies with remanufactured HP PSC 950 printer ink cartridges that are less expensive than OEM supplies.

Other than its minimal media handling and lack of an automatic document feeder, the PSC 950 offers plenty of control features and a multifunction design that make it worth its price tag. Overall, home offices will benefit from this easy-to-use inkjet printer.

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