Hardware Recommendations

printers - color

These printers are intended for multi-user or departmental use.  Personal printers for home use are available for purchase through the Boston College Bookstore.


Support: These printers are fully supported by Information Technology Services and come with a 1-year warranty. It is strongly recommended that you purchase the optional 3-year warranty. 

The printers all work under either Windows or Mac OS (10.0 or higher).

When buying a printer, consider the ITS choice first.  Our on-campus hardware repair staff are certified to repair the ITS recommended brands.

All replacement items, such as toner, rollers, and other maintenance parts are the financial responsibility of the owner/department. And note that connecting cables are not included with the printer and must be bought separately.

Vendors: Use the link below to view the recommended vendors customized Boston College Web catalog.


 

 

  

 

  

HP Color LaserJet 3600dn
Mfg Part #: Q5988A

Recommended for personal use.

Xerox Phaser 8560/n
Mfg Part #: 8560/N

Recommended for small to medium size departments or large groups.

HP Color LaserJet CP3505N
Mfg Part #: CB442A

Recommended for small to medium size departments or large groups.

HP Color LaserJet 4700dn
Mfg Part #: Q7493A

Recommended for small to medium size departments or large groups.

Paper/minute: 17
Monthly Duty Cycle: 50,000
Page Per Cartridge Black: 6,000

Color: 4,000
Connectivity: Ethernet, USB
Resolution: 600 x 600 DPI
Duplex: Yes
Warranty: 1-year on-campus included

Paper/minute: 30
Monthly Duty Cycle: 85,000
Page Per Cartridge: up to 10,000
Connectivity: Ethernet, USB
Resolution: 2400 x 2400 DPI
Duplex: Optional
Warranty: 1-year on-campus included

Paper/minute: 22
Monthly Duty Cycle: 65,000
Page Per Cartridge: 6,000
Connectivity: Ethernet, USB

Resolution: 1200 x 600 DPI
Duplex: No
Warranty: 1-year on-campus included

Paper/minute: 31
Monthly Duty Cycle: 100,000
Page Per Cartridge: 20,000
Connectivity: Ethernet, USB

Resolution: 600 x 600 DPI
Duplex: Yes
Warranty: 1-year on-campus included


 

Need help selecting software or hardware? 
An ITS staff member will work with you to determine which software or hardware best fits your needs. Use the consultation request form.