Customer Reviews

Hewlett Packard LaserJet 1100XI Printer

5 star:		(6)
4 star:		(5)
3 star:		(0)
2 star:		(2)
1 star:		(6)

 

 

The printer is performing admirably, but the built in scanner and OCR software is better then any OCR I've used. Unbelieveably easy to use, just insert the document and press a button on the printer. Then select the pop up menu choice, either OCR or just scan. THe rest is automatic. Terriffic value at this time

The LJ1100 is a great printer for home or small business. It's MUCH faster than aDeskJet, and it isn't susceptible to smudges or blotches which can plague ink-based printers.

Pros: small size, fast printing, high resolution. The drivers seem to work well, and they don't bring up any clumsy "toolbox" program every time you print something. Also, it prints on paper as small as 3x5 cards, which is great for checks or small envelopes. The toner cartridge installation couldn't be easier.

Cons: None... yet. Although it has only one expansion spot for memory, so I'll have to make sure I get the right size if I upgrade. It uses a print cable which isn't compatible with the Centronics-style Ink Jet or Dot Matrix printers, but at least a 6-footer is included.

Note: The 1100 does not scan or copy without the optional copy attachment. HP sells it as the 1100A if it has the scanner/copier built-in. Otherwise, the 1100 requires an optional piggy-back unit.

Great value. Usual HP quality, reasonable price. Be careful to cover printer when not in use. Dust enters through vertical paper feeder and can cause problems - double paper feeds and poor print quality. Otherwise excellent!

This printer has outstanding output for this price range. I have used Okidata and Zerox laser printers in this price range as well, and the output is no comparison. Especially when dealing with images, or grayscales. This printer responds quickly when a job is sent to it, and it's lack of a power button and automatic turn on/off is very convienient. It also uses toner very efficiently, making Total cost of ownership lower than an inkjet over time. I have not used the scanner add-on, but have heard good things about it.

There are two reason it get 4 stars instead of 5: 1. The upright printer design, although it saves desk space, is strange to me. 2. There are printers in the 10-12 pages per minute range at this price, but the output does not compare.

I own this printer, and I also have had an HP 6L (it's older brother) for 2 years now, and have no problems. I highly recomend all HP LaserJets, including this one.

Recently bought this printer. Am sorry I did not add the scanner appliance. Seems to work even without touching the computer. From time to time though the printer runs into a nasty Postscript printing mode, eating paper like a wild man. hav not solved that problem yet. The manual does not talk about this problem...

I am disapointed with the HP 1100. The main reason is that is constantly takes more than 1 sheet at a time when printing which is a pain in the neck and also a problem b/c it causes paper jams. Go with another printer. My office originally bought about 8 of the 1100's and we will not be buying them in the future.

I brought the printer 2 months ago and now I don't have single problem. For the people got the older model notice that the XI model is a new improved model in the 1100 series and fix several problem(paper jam, sharper output). The only problem I think is the printer only come with 2MB memory which is not enough to print a big job.

I agree with the above. It jams all the time. Don't waste your money on this printer!

I am unfortunate enough to have this printer at work, and I hate it. If you want a printer that consistently either jams or does multiple paper draws, this dog is for you. My next printer will be a Brother.

get this piece of junk.
I originally had LaserJet 6L which loved so much bought another HP printer without hesitation. I also recommanded 3 other people to get the same. all 4 printer is having same problem chewing up multiple sheets and getting nasty jam.
I felt terrible for recommaning it to my buddies.
HP should've recalled on this printer and replace with the newer model. I would be much happier even with LaserJet 5L instead of this.