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Lexmark Z1420 Wireless Printer

Wireless printing for your laptop

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Last reviewed: August 31st 2007

This isn't a mobile product and is aimed at those who have a network already in place

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While many users are used to having their laptops connected to a wireless router, the most common way to add a printer is via a cable to the network. The Lexmark Z1420 (£50 inc. VAT) does away with this by incorporating 802.11g into the printer itself.

Setting up a printer is fairly straightforward these days, but Lexmark has made it even easier by supplying a walkthrough on the driver disc; it not only helps you get the machine up and running, but also handles the driver and Wi-Fi connection side of the installation at the same time.

The Wi-Fi antenna is on the rear of the unit with a connection indicator on the front, so you can see if you're in range of an Access Point.

This isn't a mobile product and is aimed at those who have a network already in place; you have to specify which wireless network you wish to use the printer in conjunction with. Sadly, there are no controls for an ad hoc connection for a single user, which would have been the best solution for the home user. In this instance, you'll be prompted to add a USB cable, which negates the use of opting for a wireless printer.

When it comes to the printer itself, it's a slimline unit, but is rather wide in order to incorporate the wireless chipset and antenna. The print quality is more than acceptable and with speeds of up to 24ppm black and 18ppm when printing colour, it's a quick machine to use for bulk printing.

On the downside, the paper feed tray is on the flimsy side and we found getting the paper to align correctly was cumbersome.

If you've got a wireless network set up in your home or small office and you wish to add a printer away from the main router, this is reasonable entry-level product. While Lexmark has tried to simplify the process, you'll find that it still takes a degree of experience to get it up and running. However, once working, you will find it an invaluable addition.

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Borderless Printing Yes
Compatibility PC
Connectivity USB, Wireless
Document Size A4, A5, B5, B5 Envelope, C5 Envelope, C6 Envelope, DL Envelope
Interface USB
LCD Screen Yes
Max Operating Temp 32
Max. Print Resolution 1200 x 1200
Maximum Duty Cycle 10000
Maximum Paper Size > A4
Maximum Scan Size n/a
Maximum Sound Emission 52
Media Types Cards, Envelopes, Labels, Photo Paper, Plain Paper
Memory Card Compatibility None
Min Operating Temp 16
MPN 0010M0902
OS Requirements Apple Mac OS 10.4.4 or later, Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows XP
Output Type Colour
Paper Tray Capacity 100
Photo Printing Yes
PictBridge Yes
Print Speed (Black Text A4) 24
Print Speed (Colour Text A4) 18
Required Peripherals CD-ROM Drive, USB Port
Scanner Yes
Technology Inkjet
Weight (kg) 2.61
Wired / Wireless Wireless
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Product Summary

Z1420 Wireless Printer

Price at launch

£50

Key specs

Maximum Scan Size n/a | MPN 0010M0902 | Photo Printing 1 |

Full spec

For

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Uncomplicated setup

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Good print quality and speed

Against

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No ad-hoc connectivity

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Flimsy paper tray