The HP Color LaserJet CM1312nfi MFP is a color laser printer with multifunction features. Its multifunction features include print, scan, copy, and fax functions. The printer is designed with the small or home office user in mind, and even supports many network features that will come in handy for small networks.

The design of the CM1312nfi is surprisingly compact, given its abundant features. At around 19.1 by 19.6 by 19.3 inches (HWD), it should be able to fit into even some fairly tight spaces. Weighing in at around 54 pounds, it is relatively light, and should be easily moveable by no more than two people when necessary.

Setup is very simple, and involves merely removing packing materials, inserting the automatic document feeder tray, connecting cables, loading paper, and running an automated setup routine. While most features are automatically configured, there are some additional steps to enable the remote scanning feature. This could have been designed in a better capacity, but if a user tries to scan from the front panel, a warning shows that this feature is not configured, and provides instructions to complete the task.

Not only does the HP CM1312nfi support remote scanning, which allows users to scan directly to their networked PC from the unit, but it also includes support for memory cards and USB keys. This allows users to scan to a memory card or USB key at the printer, and take the files with them to their PC or other device. While the network scanning feature is very useful, this feature may be the preferred method for many users due to its simplicity.

Print speeds are somewhat lacking for this unit. At just 12 pages per minute black and 8 pages per minute for color, it falls behind most multifunction units. This is likely a compromise to achieve the unit’s low price. Print quality, however, is particularly good. Text is sharp and defined, and color prints are some of the best available for a laser printer.

Overall, the HP Color LaserJet CM1312nfi is a capable multifunction device with some very convenient bonuses, such as memory card support and network scanning. Its slower speeds may be an issue for some users, but its excellent print quality may be worth the tradeoff.

The HP Color LaserJet CM1312nfi MFP is a color laser printer with multifunction features. Its multifunction features include print, scan, copy, and fax functions. The printer is designed with the small or home office user in mind, and even supports many network features that will come in handy for small networks.

The design of the CM1312nfi is surprisingly compact, given its abundant features. At around 19.1 by 19.6 by 19.3 inches (HWD), it should be able to fit into even some fairly tight spaces. Weighing in at around 54 pounds, it is relatively light, and should be easily moveable by no more than two people when necessary.

Setup is very simple, and involves merely removing packing materials, inserting the automatic document feeder tray, connecting cables, loading paper, and running an automated setup routine. While most features are automatically configured, there are some additional steps to enable the remote scanning feature. This could have been designed in a better capacity, but if a user tries to scan from the front panel, a warning shows that this feature is not configured, and provides instructions to complete the task.

Not only does the HP CM1312nfi support remote scanning, which allows users to scan directly to their networked PC from the unit, but it also includes support for memory cards and USB keys. This allows users to scan to a memory card or USB key at the printer, and take the files with them to their PC or other device. While the network scanning feature is very useful, this feature may be the preferred method for many users due to its simplicity.

Print speeds are somewhat lacking for this unit. At just 12 pages per minute black and 8 pages per minute for color, it falls behind most multifunction units. This is likely a compromise to achieve the unit’s low price. Print quality, however, is particularly good. Text is sharp and defined, and color prints are some of the best available for a laser printer.

Overall, the HP Color LaserJet CM1312nfi is a capable multifunction device with some very convenient bonuses, such as memory card support and network scanning. Its slower speeds may be an issue for some users, but its excellent print quality may be worth the tradeoff.