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C2986-60002 - HP 2.1GB 4200RPM IDE 2.5-inch Internal EIO Printer Hard Drive for LaserJet 8500 Series Printer
- Capacity: 2.1GB
- Interface: IDE
- Form Factor: 2.5-inch
- Compatibility: HP LaserJet 8500 Series Printers
- Interface Type: EIO (External I/O)
- Rotational Speed: 4200 RPM
- Stores firmware, fonts, macros, and print job spooling data.
- Improves printer speed and efficiency.
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Capacity
- 2.1GB
- Interface
- IDE
- Form Factor
- 2.5-inch
- Compatibility
- HP LaserJet 8500 Series Printers
- Interface Type
- EIO
- Rotational Speed
- 4200 RPM
Product details
The HP C2986-60002 is a 2.1GB IDE 2.5-inch EIO Printer Hard Drive designed for the HP LaserJet 8500 Series printers. It enhances printer performance by storing fonts, firmware, and print job data.
Technical Information
| Capacity | 2.1GB |
| Interface | IDE |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch |
| Compatibility | HP LaserJet 8500 Series Printers |
Additional Specifications
| Interface Type | EIO |
| Rotational Speed | 4200 RPM |
| Product Type | Printer Hard Drive |
Description
The HP C2986-60002 is a dedicated 2.1GB EIO hard drive specifically manufactured for the HP LaserJet 8500 Series printers. This drive is designed to be installed in the printer's EIO (External I/O) slot, providing expanded storage capabilities that directly contribute to enhanced printer performance and functionality. By offering a dedicated space for firmware, downloadable fonts, macros, and the spooling of print jobs, it significantly reduces the processing load on the printer's main memory. Featuring a 2.5-inch form factor and an IDE interface with a rotational speed of 4200 RPM, this hard drive offers a reliable and efficient solution for managing printer resources. The IDE interface ensures compatibility with the printer's internal architecture, while the 4200 RPM speed provides a reasonable balance between access time and power consumption for a printer environment. This allows the printer to handle complex documents and large print queues more effectively. Upgrading the HP LaserJet 8500 Series printer with the C2986-60002 hard drive can lead to noticeable improvements in print speed, reduced job completion times, and the ability to store a larger library of fonts and resources directly on the printer. This makes it an ideal component for busy office environments that require consistent and efficient printing output.
Condition: Refurbished
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