HP Color Inkjet Printer cp1700d

There are other optional extras that make it more tempting. You can add HP's Jetdirect 200 print server for an extra £172, making the cp1700d networkable, and you can also include a second 250-sheet paper tray for £133 extra.

The cp1700d shows promising potential for business inkjets. Our main criticisms of the Business Inkjet 2250TN were the high price at £810 and relatively slow print speeds, but neither of these are an issue with the cp1700d at £434, and you have the added bonus of A3 printing. The only redundant feature is the infrared port on the front, which isn't going to see a lot of action in an office workgroup, but at least it's there if you need it. The cp1700d is a great breakthrough for inkjet printing, which makes the technology realistically viable as a laser alternative and brings the advantages of inkjet printing to business without losing functionality or costing the earth.

Author: Ben Hardwidge