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HP DeskJet 4255e All-in-One Printer, Color, Printer for Home, Print, copy, scan, HP+; HP Instant Ink eligible; Scan to PDF 588S6A#B1H

HP DeskJet 4255e All-in-One Printer, Color, Printer for Home, Print, copy, scan, HP+; HP Instant Ink eligible; Scan to PDF 588S6A#B1H

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  • Apple AirPrint™; Chrome OS; Mopria-certified; HP app
  • Monthly (letter): Up to 1,000 pages
  • LCD ICON Display
  • 60-sheet input tray, 25-sheet output tray
  • Black: Up to 8.5 ppm; Color: Up to 5.5 ppm
  • Black (best): Up to 1200X 1200 rendered dpi; Color (best): Up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi color
  • Hardware: Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi; Optical: Up to 1200 dpi
  • Black (text & graphics): Up to 300 x 300 dpi; Color (text & graphics): Up to 300 x 300 dpi
  • 1 Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n; 1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 (device)

Easily scan and copy multiple pages

Easily scan/copy multiple pages with an automatic document feeder and print from your phone with HP app [2]

Easily scan and copy multiple pages with the 35-page automatic document feeder.


Accomplish more tasks while saving time with multi-page scanning and copying.


Print, scan, copy, or fax right from your smartphone with the best and easiest-to-use print app [2]


Stay connected with our most reliable Wi-Fi®[4]

Be always ready to print with our most reliable Wi-Fi® that automatically reconnects if connection is lost [4]

Be always ready to print with our most reliable Wi-Fi® that automatically reconnects if connection is lost.[4]


Stay connected with our best and most reliable Wi-Fi® so you can quickly print from your smartphone.[4,2]


Built-in wireless lets you easily access, print, and share from any device on a network.[4]


Save up to 50% on ink and never run out[5,6]

Join over 12 million people enjoying the world's first smart ink delivery service-up to 50% off on ink.[7,5]

With an Instant Ink subscription, you can get ink delivered directly to your door before you run out.[6]


Save up to 50% with Instant Ink. Enroll to get ink with automatic delivery starting at $1.49 a month.[5,6]


Get peace of mind with the flexibility to change plans or cancel anytime at no cost.[8]


Driving innovation with 60% recycled plastic[9]

Choose printers with 60% recycled plastic and help protect our forests with every page you print[9,10]

Choose printers made with at least 60% recycled plastic.[9]


For every page you print, HP protects, restores and manages forests in equal measure.[10]


Recycle your Original HP ink cartridges after use for free with the HP Planet Partners program.[11]



Connectivity and Communications

Connectivity, standard 1 Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n; 1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 (device)
Mobile printing capability Apple AirPrint™; Chrome OS; Mopria-certified; HP app
Mobile printing capability footnote number [6]
Network capabilities Yes, built-in Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz single-band only, with Bluetooth® 4.2
Wireless capability Yes, built-in Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz single-band only
Wireless technologies 802.11b/g/n

System Components

Control panel LCD ICON Display. 7 Buttons (includes Power, Cancel, Resume, Info, WiFi, Color Copy and Black Copy) and with 5 LED indicator lights (Power, Ink level, WiFi, Resume & Info)

Legal Information

Image legal disclaimer Product image may differ from actual product
Copyright notice © Copyright 2024 HP Development Company, L.P. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.
Product logos High speed USB; Works with Windows 10; Windows 7; Mac Smiley; Mac Universal; Chromebook Certified; Mopria; Wi-Fi certified; Bluetooth; Airprint; ColorLock; Instant Ink; Energy Star (For countries that apply); Recycle; Fragile; Keep out of rain; This side up; PAP20; HP Total Care; Smart Way (for countries that apply); Stack height (NA:6, EMEA 5, AP 5); CE (for countries that apply); Green Dot (for countries that apply); French TriMan (for countries that apply); EAC Logo (for countries that apply); KCCC Logo + approval number (Korea); AP Language bubble (AP only); RMN (regulatory model number); Regionalize mobius loop

Scan Speed

Scan speed duplex (normal, A4) No
Scan speed duplex (normal, letter) No
Scan speed (normal, A4) Up to 2.5 ipm (200ppi, b&w); up to 2.5 ipm (200ppi, color)
Scan speed (normal, letter) Up to 2.5 ipm (200ppi, b&w); up to 2.5 ipm (200ppi, color)

Memory

Maximum Memory 64 MB DDR1; 24 MB Flash
Memory Slots None
Memory 64 MB DDR1

Battery and Power

Power consumption 2.8 W (ready), 1.53 W (sleep), 0.3 W (auto-off), 0.3 W (off).
Power consumption footnote number [2]
Power consumption Note Power requirements and consumption are based on the country/region where the printer is sold. Do not convert operating voltages. This will damage the printer and void the product warranty.
Power Input voltage: 100 to 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 3 Hz), 350 mA. India input voltage: 200 to 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 3 Hz), 350 mA.
Power supply type Internal

Print

Color or black Color

Footnotes

Tech spec footnote [1] Dimensions vary as per configuration
Tech spec footnote [2] Power requirements are based on the country/region where the printer is sold. Do not convert operating voltages. This will damage the printer and void the product warranty.
Tech spec footnote [3] Speed specifications have been updated to reflect current industry testing methods.
Tech spec footnote [4] Average based on ISO/IEC 24711 or HP testing methodology and continuous printing. Actual yield varies considerably based on content of printed pages and other factors. For details see http://hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies
Tech spec footnote [5] Either after first page or after first set of ISO test pages. For details see http://www.hp.com/go/printerclaims
Tech spec footnote [6] Local printing requires mobile device and printer to be on the same network or have a direct wireless connection to the printer. Wireless performance is dependent on physical environment and distance from access point. Wireless operations are compatible with 2.4 GHz operations only. Remote printing requires an Internet connection to an HP web-connected printer. App or software and HP app account registration may also be required. Wireless broadband use requires separately purchased service contract for mobile devices. Check with service provider for coverage and availability in your area. Learn more at http://www.hp.com/go/mobileprinting
Tech spec footnote [7] Weight vary as per configuration
Tech spec footnote [8] For more information about page yields for replacement cartridges see http://hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies for setup cartridges click on Setup supplies link on the same page.

Certification and Compliance

Compliance alliances None
Electromagnetic compatibility EN 55032:2015+A11:2020 CLASS B, IEC 61000-4-2:2008,EC 61000-4-2:2008, IEC 61000-4-3:2020,IEC 61000-4-4:2012, IEC 61000-4-5:2014+A1:2017, IEC 61000-4-6:2013, IEC 61000-4-8:2009, IEC 61000-4-11:2004+A1:2017, EN 301 489-1 V2.2.3,EN 301 489-17 V3.2.4, FCC CFR 47 PART 15, ICES-003, ISSUE 7
Ecolabels EPEAT® registered; IT ECO Declaration
Energy star certified Yes
Sustainable impact specifications 60% post-consumer recycled plastic
Safety   IEC 60950-1:2005 +A1:2009 +A2:2013, IEC 62368-1:2014, IEC 62368-1:2018, EN IEC 62368-1:2020 +A11:2020, EN 62311:2008, EN 50663:2017, EN 50665:2017

Product Description

Dynamic security Dynamic security enabled printer

Geographic

Geographic availability AM
Country of origin Made in China

Environmental

Operating humidity range 15 to 80% RH (non-condensing)
Recommended operating humidity range 20 to 80% RH (non-condensing)
Non-Operating Humidity Range 5 to 90% RH (non-condensing)
Acoustic power emissions (active, printing) 6.2 B(A)
Acoustic power emissions (active copy) 6.2 B(A)
Acoustic pressure emissions 55 dB(A)
Storage altitude 4500 m
Storage altitude 15,000 ft
Operating altitude Up to 3,000 m
Operating altitude Up to 10,000 ft
Operating temperature range 5 to 40°C
Operating temperature range 41 to 104°F
Recommended operating temperature range 15 to 30°C
Recommended operating temperature range 59 to 86°F
Storage temperature range -40 to 60°C
Storage temperature range -40 to 140°F

Warranty

Manufacturer Warranty One-Year limited hardware warranty with option to extend to two-years with acceptance of HP+ Offer. For more info please visit us at http://support.hp.com .For full terms and conditions visit: www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments. Warranty and support options vary by product, country, and local legal requirements

Supported Operating Systems

Compatible Network Operating Systems Windows 11; Windows 10; macOS 10.14 Mojave; macOS 10.15 Catalina; macOS 11 Big Sur; macOS 12 Monterey; macOS 13 Ventura; Chrome OS
Compatible Operating Systems Windows 11; Windows 10; macOS 10.14 Mojave; macOS 10.15 Catalina; macOS 11 Big Sur; macOS 12 Monterey; macOS 13 Ventura; Chrome OS

Rack and Power Specifications

Number of users 1-3 Users

Print Resolution

Print quality black (best) Up to 1200X 1200 rendered dpi (when Printing from a computer)
Print quality color (best) Up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi color (when printing from a computer on selected HP photo papers and 1200 input dpi)

Print Time

First page out black (A4, ready) As fast as 15 sec
First page out color (A4, ready) As fast as 19 sec

Advanced Features

Fax smart software features Option to add files from your phone file/photos, Camera scan or Printer scanner, Option to easily add cover page and save the cover page template, Access to Fax history to see all send faxes and drafts, Ability to edit and resent fax from History, Easily print fax confirmation

Scanner Specifications

Recommended monthly scan volume note HP recommends that the number of scanned pages per month be within the stated range for optimum device performance
Bit depth 24-bit
Automatic document feeder capacity Standard, 35 sheets
Color scanning Yes
Scan file format JPEG, TIFF, PDF, BMP, PNG
Levels of grayscale 256
Scan input modes HP app, Webscan
Scanning options (ADF) Single-sided
Scan size (ADF), maximum 215.9 x 355.6 mm
Scan size (ADF), maximum 8.5 x 14 in
Scan size, maximum 216 x 297 mm
Scan size, maximum 8.5 x 11.69 in
Scan technology Contact Image Sensor (CIS)
Twain version Version 2.4
Scanner type Flatbed, ADF

Packaging

Cartons per layer 10
Count of layers in pallet 5
Quantity per pallet 50

Information Pointers

Additional information about HP in the countries hp.com
Additional information about HP http://www.hp.com

Compatibility

Accessories None
Orderable supplies HP 67 Black Original Ink Cartridge 3YM56A; HP 67XL Black High Yield Original Ink Cartridge 3YM57A; HP 67 Tri-Color Original Ink Cartridge 3YM55A; HP 67XL Tri-Color High-Yield Original Ink Cartridge 3YM58A;

Product Names

Product name (back) HP DeskJet 4255e All-in-One Printer
Product name (front) HP DeskJet 4255e All-in-One Printer
Product name (primary) HP DeskJet 4255e All-in-One Printer
Product name (secondary) HP DeskJet 4255e All-in-One Printer
Product short name specifications HP DeskJet 4255e All-in-One Printer, Color, Printer for Home, Print, copy, scan, HP+; HP Instant Ink eligible; Scan to PDF
Sub-brand name Deskjet

Printing Media Handling

Maximum output capacity (labels) Up to 10 sheets
Maximum output capacity (sheets) Up to 25 sheets
Output capacity Up to 25 sheets
Standard output capacity (cards) Up to 20 cards
Standard output capacity (envelopes) Up to 5 envelopes
Standard output capacity (labels) Up to 10 sheets
Standard output capacity (legal) Up to 25 sheets
Paper handling input, optional Not Applicable
Paper handling input, standard 60-sheet input tray
Paper handling output, optional Not Applicable
Paper handling output, standard 25-sheet output tray
Standard input capacity (legal) Up to 60 sheets
Finished output handling Sheetfed
Maximum input capacity (4x6 photo) Up to 20 sheets
Maximum input capacity (photo paper) Up to 20 sheets
Maximum input capacity (sheets) Up to 60 sheets
Maximum input capacity (cards) Up to 20 cards
Maximum Input Capacity (envelopes) Up to 5 envelopes
Maximum input capacity (labels) Up to 10 sheets
Maximum input capacity (10x15cm photos) Up to 20 sheets
Input capacity Up to 60 sheets
Standard input capacity (cards) Up to 20 cards
Standard input capacity (envelopes) Up to 5
Maximum output capacity (photo paper) Up to 20 sheets
Maximum output capacity (cards) Up to 20 cards
Maximum output capacity (envelopes) Up to 5 envelopes

Fax Specifications

Junk fax barrier No
Fax Remote Retrieval Yes (with HP app using mobile device)

Product Numbers

RMN number VCVRA-2201-02
UNSPSC code 43212104
Tariff numbers 8443310000

Display Specifications

Display LCD ICON Display

Processor

Processor speed 1.0 GHz

Scan Resolution

Scan resolution, hardware Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi
Scan resolution, optical Up to 1200 dpi

Datasheet Logos

Technology logo 1 AHID/b47a5a466c819008442b686968043b1fdeeb2d9a
Technology logo 2 Publication logos/AMS_mac_hires.jpg
Technology logo 3 Publication logos/AMS_USB_hi speed.jpg
Technology logo 4 Publication logos/AMS_WiFi.jpg
Technology logo 5 Publication logos/AMS_ColorLok.jpg
Technology logo 6 Publication logos/AMS_Instant ink.jpg
Technology logo 7 Publication logos/WorksWithAirPrint_AMS.jpg
Technology logo 8 Publication logos/AMS_Mopria.jpg
Technology logo 9 Publication logos/AMS_EnergyStar.jpg

Cartridges and Printheads

Print Technology Ink
Segment (filter) Home
Instant ink HP Instant Ink eligible
Page yield (set-up/inbox cartridges) ~120 pages black, ~65 pages tri-color
Ink types Dye-based (color); Pigment-based (black)
Number of print cartridges 2 (1 each black, tri-color)
Color(s) of printing supplies Black; Cyan; Magenta; Yellow
Print colors maximum 4
Print head nozzles 328 (black), 588 (color)
Print heads 2 (1 each black, tri-color)
Supplies feature HP Instant Ink eligible
Replacement cartridges HP 67 Black Original Ink Cartridge (~120 pages yield) 3YM56AN; HP 67XL Black High Yield Original Ink Cartridge (~240 pages yield) 3YM57AN; HP 67 Tri-Color Original Ink Cartridge (~100 pages yield) 3YM55AN; HP 67XL Tri-Color High-Yield Original Ink Cartridge (~200 pages yield) 3YM58AN. Actual yield varies considerably based on content of printed pages and other factors. For details see http://www.hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies .
Replacement cartridges footnote number [4]

Copy Speed

Copy speed black (ISO) Up to 6 cpm
Copy speed color (ISO) Up to 3 cpm
Copy speed note Speed specifications have been updated to reflect current industry testing methods.

Box contents

Cable included No, please purchase (USB) cable separately
What's in the box HP DeskJet 4255e All-in-One Printer; HP 67 Setup Black Cartridge; HP 67 Setup Tri-Color Cartridge; Regulatory flyer; Setup guide; Reference guide; Power cord [For ink volume and page yield information, visit http://hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies]
What is in the box footnote number [8]

Supported Printing Media

Standard media sizes (duplex, imperial) Not Applicable
Media sizes supported, key 10 x 15 cm; A4; Envelopes
Media sizes supported, key 4 x 6 in; Letter; Legal; Envelopes
Media sizes, custom 76 x 127 to 215 x 355 mm
Media sizes, custom 3 x 5 to 8.5 x 14 in
Standard media sizes (duplex) Not Applicable
Media sizes supported A4; B5; A6; DL envelope
Media sizes supported Letter; legal; 4 x 6 in; 5 x 7 in; 8 x 10 in; No. 10 envelopes
Media types Plain paper, photo paper, brochure paper, envelopes and other specialty inkjet papers
Media weight, supported A4: 60 to 90 g/m²; HP envelopes: 75 to 90 g/m²; HP cards: up to 200 g/m²; HP 10 x 15 cm photo paper: up to 300 g/m²
Media weight, recommended 75 g/m²
Media weight, recommended 20 lb
Media weight, supported Letter: 16 to 32 lb; HP envelopes: 20 to 24 lb; HP cards: up to 110 lb; HP 4 x 6 inch photo paper: up to 145 lb

Weights

Weight (imperial) footnote number [7]
Weight 4.82 kg
Weight note (metric) Weight varies as per configuration
Package weight 6.19 kg
Package weight 13.65 lb
Pallet weight 331 kg
Pallet weight 728 lb
Weight 10.6 lb
Weight note (imperial) Weight varies as per configuration

System Requirements

Minimum System Requirements for Macintosh macOS V10.14 Mojave, macOS 10.15 Catalina, macOS 11 Big Sur, macOS 12 Monterey, macOS 13 Ventura; 2 GB HD; Internet required
Minimum System Requirements Windows 10, 11, : 1 GHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor, 2 GB available hard disk space, Internet connection, Internet Explorer.
System requirements, recommended Windows 10, 11, : 1 GHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor, 2 GB available hard disk space, Internet connection, Internet Explorer.
Recommended Macintosh system requirements macOS V10.14 Mojave, macOS 10.15 Catalina, macOS 11 Big Sur, macOS 12 Monterey, macOS 13 Ventura; 2 GB HD; Internet required

Multimedia and Input Devices

Camera phone supported No

Software and Applications

Mac compatible Yes
Software included HP Printer Software, available online

Camera Specifications

PictBridge supported No
Video action printing supported No

Copy Resolution

Copy resolution (black text) Up to 300 x 300 dpi
Copy resolution (color text and graphics) Up to 300 x 300 dpi
Copy resolution (black graphics) Up to 300 x 300 dpi

Datasheet High Resolution Images

Datasheet photo 1 AHID/b749d0c3797bd4f722a41b83ea1a475b6737dd33

Print Speed

Print speed black (ISO) Up to 8.5 ppm
Print speed color (ISO) Up to 5.5 ppm
Print speed Print speed up to 8.5 ppm (black) and 5.5 ppm (color)
Print speed black (draft, A4) Up to 20 ppm
Print speed black (ISO, A4) Up to 8.5 ppm
Print speed color (draft, A4) Up to 16 ppm
Print Speed Color (ISO) Up to 5.5 ppm
Print speed color (normal, 4x6 photo) As fast as 65 sec
Print speed (A4/letter) footnote number [5]

Dimensions

Minimum dimensions (W x D x H) 428 x 332 x 200 mm
Maximum dimensions (W x D x H) 428 x 579 x 261 mm (Output Extension Fully Out)
Dimensions (W x D x H) Note Dimensions vary as per configuration
Dimensions with trays up (W x D x H) 428 x 445.6 x 261 mm
Package dimensions (W x D x H) 475 x 242 x 405 mm
Package dimensions (W x D x H) 18.7 x 9.53 x 15.94 in
Pallet dimensions NA/EMEA/LA: 48 x 40 x 85.12in; AP: 48 x 40 x 85.12 in
Minimum dimensions (W x D x H) 16.85 x 13.07 x 7.87 in
Maximum dimensions (W x D x H) 16.8 x 22.8 x 10.3 in (Output Extension Fully Out)
Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) NA/EMEA/LA: 1200 x 1016 x 2162 mm; AP: 1219.2 x 1016 x 2162 mm
Dimension(W x D x H) Footnote Number [1]

Print Area

Maximum print area 209.9 x 349.6 mm
Bottom margin (A4) 12.7 mm
Left margin (A4) 3 mm
Right margin (A4) 3 mm
Top margin (A4) 3 mm

Barcodes

UPC number 196337380103

Appearance

Product color White

Digital Sender Specifications

Digital sending standard features No
Send to email capability No

Services

Service & support options With services, software, solutions and support from HP, you can use, protect and enjoy your HP technology. Free technical support during warranty period.  Access to world-class support services through http://www.hp.com/support.

Printer Specifications

Internal Storage No
Storage device and direct print support Storage devices not supported
Duplex printing Manual (driver support provided)
Duty cycle (monthly, letter) Up to 1000 pages
Duty cycle (monthly, A4) Up to 1000 pages
Recommended monthly page volume 100 to 300
Functions Print, copy, scan
Multitasking supported No
Automatic paper sensor No
Borderless printing No
Envelope Feeder No
Paper trays, maximum 1
Paper trays, standard 1
Photo proofsheets supported No
Top key features HP+; HP Instant Ink eligible; Scan to PDF
Print colors Yes
Printer drivers included HP PCL 3 GUI
Print languages HP PCL 3 GUI; HP PCLm (HP Apps/UPD); URF (AirPrint)
Vertical alignment accuracy +/- 0.042 mm
Vertical alignment accuracy +/- 0.00167 in
Target user and print volume For teams up to 3 users
Print technology HP Thermal Inkjet

Copier Specifications

Color copy capability Yes
Copies, maximum Up to 9 copies
Copy reduce / enlarge settings Via HP app

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