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C2985A - HP 3.2GB 4200RPM IDE Ultra ATA-33 2.5-inch High-Performance EIO Hard Drive for LaserJet Printers
- Capacity: 3.2GB
- Interface: IDE Ultra ATA-33
- Form Factor: 2.5-inch
- Connector Type: EIO (External I/O)
- Designed specifically for HP LaserJet printers with EIO slots.
- Stores printer fonts, firmware, and job data.
- Enhances printer performance and functionality.
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Key specifications
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- 3.2 GB
- Interface
- IDE Ultra ATA-33
- Form Factor
- 2.5-inch
- Connector
- EIO
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Product details
HP 2.1GB Hard Drive
Technical Information
| Capacity | 3.2 GB |
| Interface | IDE Ultra ATA-33 |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch |
| Connector | EIO |
Description
The HP C2985A is a specialized 3.2GB hard drive designed to integrate directly into HP LaserJet printers equipped with an EIO (External I/O) slot. Unlike standard internal hard drives for computers, this drive serves as an internal storage solution for the printer itself. It utilizes the IDE Ultra ATA-33 interface, which was common for storage devices of its era, and comes in a 2.5-inch form factor, typical for smaller storage devices. The primary purpose of the C2985A is to provide dedicated storage for printer-specific data. This includes a wide range of printer fonts, firmware updates, downloadable resources, and potentially spooling data for print jobs. By having this storage integrated directly into the printer, it allows for faster access to these resources compared to retrieving them over a network connection, thereby improving printing speed and overall printer responsiveness. This drive enhances the capabilities of compatible HP LaserJet printers by allowing them to store more complex jobs, custom configurations, and a larger library of fonts directly onboard. The EIO interface ensures a secure and efficient connection within the printer's expansion slot. The HP C2985A is a crucial component for printers that require expanded internal storage to optimize their performance and offer advanced features to users.
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