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SKU: CM721A

HP 2140 Fax

Display
1 line x 16 character LCD
Memory
8 MB SDRAM
Print technology
HP Thermal Inkjet

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Key features

  • Automatic Document Feeder

Technical specifications

Product

UPC number 884420479079
Subcategory Fax
UNSPSC code 43212104

Memory

Fax memory Up to 200 pages
Maximum Memory 8 MB SDRAM

Storage

Storage temperature range -20 to 40º C

Display

Display 1 line x 16 character LCD
Fax Resolution Black (best) Up to 203 x 392 dpi
Fax resolution black 203 x 196 dpi
Resolution (black and white, standard mode) 203 x 98 dpi
Product/Series display name HP 2140 Fax series

Battery and power

Power supply type Internal

Software

Fax smart software features Auto fax reduction, auto redialing, delayed sending, fax forwarding, polling, junk barrier, remote retrieval capability, distinctive ring detection, send fax from memory, fax activity reports, print fax log

Print

Acoustic power emissions (active, printing) 4.0 B(A) (idle mode), 5.5 B(A) (average), 6.5 B(A) (maximum)
Print technology HP Thermal Inkjet

Copy and scan

Copy reduce / enlarge settings 50 to 150%
Copy resolution (black graphics) Up to 200 x 200 dpi
Copy Speed Black (maximum, A4) Up to 4 cpm
Copy speed (black, normal quality, A4) Up to 2.2 cpm
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Paper handling

Paper handling input, standard 50-sheet input tray, 15-sheet automatic document feeder
Media sizes, custom 210 x 297 to 216 x 356 mm
Media sizes supported A4

Physical

Print Cartridge/Bottle, Color(s) Black
Print colors maximum 1
Dimensions (W x D x H) 356 x 232 x 118 mm
Finished output handling Sheetfed
Weight 2.5 kg

Package

Package dimensions (W x D x H) 440 x 326 x 245 mm
Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) 990 x 1218 x 2325 mm
Count of layers in pallet 9
Quantity per pallet 72
Package weight 4.16 kg
Pallet weight 317.52 kg

Warranty and service

Manufacturer Warranty One-year limited warranty backed by HP Customer Care, service and support
Auto fax reduction supported Yes
Service & support options Backed by award-winning HP Customer Care
Media weight, supported 60 to 90 g/m²

Other

What's in the box HP 2140 Fax, HP Black Inkjet Introductory Cartridge (3 ml), setup poster, user's guide, power cord, phone cord
Power consumption 15 watts maximum; 4.9 watts standby
Power Input voltage 90 to 135 VAC, 50/60 Hz, .3 amp max
Cable included No, please purchase USB cable separately
Registration required No
Ink types Pigment-based
Print Cartridges/Bottle, Number 1 black
Replacement cartridges HP 701 Black Print Cartridge (17 ml), CC635A
Electromagnetic compatibility US FCC Part 15 Class B, CISPR 22:1997 3rd edition and ANSI C 63.4:2003 test method, Canada ICES-003 issue 4
Safety US and Canada UL, cUL, Mexico NOM-016-SCFI-1993
Telecom compliance (fax capability) Canada IC CS-03 issue 9, US FCC Part 68, 2001 and EIA/TIA 968, 2001, Mexico NOM-151-SCTI-1999
Network ready None
Copier settings Reverse output
Copies, maximum Up to 50 copies
Acoustic pressure emissions 65 dB(A)
Non-Operating Humidity Range 15 to 80% RH
Operating humidity range 20 to 80% RH
Recommended operating humidity range 40 to 60% RH
Operating temperature range 10 to 32º C
Recommended operating temperature range 15 to 25º C
Fax Broadcast Locations 20
Fax Speed Dials, Maximum Number Up to 100 numbers
Faxing Black & white
Fax Modem Speed Up to 14.4 kbps
Fax transmission speed (letter) 6 sec per page
Country of origin China(B1H, )
Why to buy Rely on this affordable, dedicated plain paper fax loaded with convenient features like copying and a built-in phone
Headline Get all the features you need without breaking your budget. Send the faxes you use most right from memory—no need to reload the paper. Enjoy the convenience of hands-free faxing and enough memory to ensure you get all your faxes.
Key selling point HP ink formulation resists smudging and offers decades of fade resistance—ideal for archiving important papers
Image legal disclaimer Product image may differ from actual product
Taxonomy Scanners and Fax
Usage General office
Fax phone features Silent mode, answer mode, redial, loud speaker, volume control
Cartons per layer 8
Functions Fax, copy
Duty cycle (monthly, A4) Up to 500 pages
Maximum input capacity (sheets) Up to 50 sheets
Overview Trust your important faxes to the HP 2140 Fax. This affordable plain paper inkjet fax machine is loaded with features to make your workday easier and more efficient. Take advantage of fast speeds, fax memory, copy capabilities and a built-in phone.
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Company HPI
Code name Madrid Mid
Product long name HP 2140 Fax
Short product name 2140
Automatic document feeder capacity Standard, 15 sheets
Levels of grayscale 64
Product classification flag Standard HP Product
Media types Paper (plain)
Tangible flag Y
Ideal for Small businesses that need a dedicated fax machine and can also benefit from the integrated phone feature.
Material Type for item FERT
Notes and footnotes
  1. Based on standard ITU-T test image #1 at standard resolution. More complicated pages or higher resolution will take longer and use more memory.

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