Functions |
Print, Copy, Scan, Fax, Web, Photo |
Multitasking supported |
Yes |
Print speed black (draft, A4) |
Up to 22 ppm |
Print speed colour (draft, A4) |
Up to 21 ppm |
Print speed black (ISO) |
Up to 12 ppm |
Print speed color (ISO) |
Up to 8 ppm |
Print speed footnote |
Either after first page or after first set of ISO test pages. For details see http://www.hp.com/go/printerclaims |
First page out black (A4, ready) |
As fast as 18 sec |
First page out color (A4, ready) |
As fast as 22 sec |
Duty cycle (monthly, A4) |
Up to 1000 pages |
Duty cycle note |
Duty cycle is defined as the maximum number of pages per month of imaged output. This value provides a comparison of product robustness in relation to other HP LaserJet or HP Color LaserJet devices, and enables appropriate deployment of printers and MFPs to satisfy the demands of connected individuals or groups. |
Recommended monthly page volume |
300 to 400 |
Recommended monthly page volume note |
HP recommends that the number of printed pages per month be within the stated range for optimum device performance, based on factors including supplies replacement |
Print technology |
HP Thermal Inkjet |
Print quality black (best) |
Up to 1200 x 1200 rendered dpi (when printing from a computer) |
Print quality color (best) |
Up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi color (when printing from a computer on selected HP photo papers and Print in Max dpi) |
Number of print cartridges |
2 (1 black, 1 Tri-color [cyan, magenta, yellow]) |
Paper handling input, standard |
125 sheet Main Input Tray, 15 sheet Photo Tray |
Paper handling output, standard |
25-sheet output tray |
Envelope input capacity |
Up to 5 envelopes |
Envelope feeder |
No |
Duplex printing |
Automatic |
Finished output handling |
Sheetfed |
Media sizes supported |
A4; A5; B5; DL; C6; A6 |
Media sizes, custom |
76 x 127 to 216 x 356 mm |
Media types |
Paper (plain, inkjet, photo), envelopes, transparencies, labels, cards, the HP premium media, iron-on transfers, borderless media |
Media weight, recommended |
Tray 1: A4: 75 to 90 g/m²; HP envelopes: 75 to 90 g/m²; HP Photo Paper: up to 250 g/m²; HP 10 x 15 cm photo paper: up to 250 g/m² |
Memory, standard |
128 MB DDR3 Memory |
Print languages |
HP PCL 3 GUI |
Scanner type |
Flatbed |
Scan resolution, optical |
1200 dpi |
Bit depth |
24-bit |
Scan size (flatbed), maximum |
216 x 297 mm |
Scan size (ADF), maximum |
216 x 356 mm |
Automatic document feeder capacity |
Standard, 25 sheets |
Digital sending standard features |
Scan to email [via printer control app]; From software: Scan to file; Scan to email |
File formats, supported |
PDF; BMP; PNG; TIF; JPG |
Copy speed black (draft, A4) |
Up to 21 cpm |
Copy speed colour (draft, A4) |
Up to 19 cpm |
Copy resolution (black text) |
300 x 300 dpi |
Copy resolution (color text and graphics) |
600 x 600 dpi |
Copy reduce / enlarge settings |
25 to 400% |
Copies, maximum |
Up to 20 copies |
Fax transmission speed |
33.6kbps (fast), 14.4kbps (medium), and 9.6kbps (slow) |
Fax memory |
Up to 100 pages in black and white |
Fax note |
Based on standard ITU-T test image #1 at standard resolution. More complicated pages or higher resolution will take longer and use more memory. |
Fax resolution |
Up to 300 x 311 dpi |
Speed dials, maximum number |
Up to 99 numbers |
Auto redial |
Yes |
Fax delayed sending |
Yes (black only) |
Broadcast locations |
20 |
Junk fax barrier |
Yes, requires Caller ID |
Polling |
No |
Remote retrieval |
No |
Fax forwarding |
Yes |
Faxing |
Yes, color |
Display |
2.65" (6.75 cm), Touchscreen CGD (color graphics) |
Memory card compatibility |
Secure Digital, USB Host |
HP ePrint capability |
Yes |
Mobile printing capability |
Features Wi-Fi Direct and local Wi-Fi connectivity to enable mobile printing via HP ePrint, Apple AirPrint™ as well as other solutions. Supports printing from most smartphones and tablets using these operating systems: Android, iOS, Blackberry, Windows® 8, Windows RT. |
Wireless performance is dependent upon physical environment and distance from the access point. Wireless operations are compatible with 2.4 GHz routers only; excludes wireless direct. Wireless direct may require driver or apps be installed and connected on wireless-enabled mobile device or PC. Wireless functionality may vary by computer and mobile operating systems, see hpconnected.com. HP ePrint requires: account registration, HP ePrint-enabled printer, Internet connection, and a wireless-enabled mobile device or Internet-connected computer with email capability. Separately purchased data plans or usage fees may apply. Print times and connection speeds may vary. AirPrint supports OS X® Lion, OS X® Mountain Lion and the following devices running iOS 4.2 or later: iPad®, iPhone® (3GS or later), iPod touch® (3rd generation or later) and requires the printer be connected to the same network as your OS X or iOS device. AirPrint, the AirPrint Logo, iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple® Inc. Windows® is a trademark of the Microsoft group of companies. BlackBerry® names and logos are the property of Research In Motion Limited. Android is a trademark of Google Inc. |
Wireless capability |
Yes |
Connectivity, standard |
2 USB 2.0; 1 Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n; 1 Ethernet; 1 RJ-11 fax |
Minimum system requirements for Macintosh |
OS X v10.7 LIon, OS X v10.8 Mountain Lion, OS X v10.9 Mavericks, 1 GB HD, Internet, USB |
Minimum system requirements |
Windows 7, 8, 8.1: 1 GHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor, 2 GB available hard disk space, CD-ROM/DVD drive or Internet connection, USB port, Internet Explorer. Windows Vista: 800 MHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor, 2 GB available hard disk space, CD-ROM/DVD drive or Internet connection, USB port, Internet Explorer. Windows XP SP3 or higher (32-bit only): any Intel® Pentium® II, Celeron® or 233 MHz compatible processor, 850 MB available hard disk space, CD-ROM/DVD drive or Internet connection, USB port, Internet Explorer 6. |
Compatible operating systems |
Windows XP SP3 or higher (32-bit only), Vista, 7,8, 8.1; Mac OS X Lion, OS X Mountain Lion, OS X Mavericks |
Minimum dimensions (W x D x H) |
454 x 410 x 193 mm |
Maximum dimensions (W x D x H) |
454 x 503 X 193 mm |
Weight |
7.67 kg |
Package weight |
9.156 kg |
Power |
Input voltage 100 to 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 3 Hz) |
Power consumption |
5.25 watts (Ready), 1.18 watts (Sleep), 0.25 watts (Off) |
Power consumption footnote |
Power requirements are based on the country/region where the printer is sold. Do not convert operating voltages. This will damage the printer and void the product warranty. |
Acoustic pressure emissions |
48 dB(A) (Print mono, simplex, normal mode, A4 paper) |
Acoustic power emissions |
6.4 B(A) (printing at 6 PPM) |
Recommended operating temperature range |
15 to 32ºC |
Operating humidity range |
20 to 80% RH |
ENERGY STAR® qualified |
Yes |
What's in the box |
HP Officejet 5740 e-All-in-One; HP 62 Black Ink Cartridge (~200 pages); HP 62 Tri-colour Ink Cartridge (~165 pages); Software CD; Setup Instructions; Power cord; Phone cord; USB cable. [Average based on ISO/IEC 24711 or HP testing methodology and continuous printing. Actual yield varies considerably based on content of printed pages and other factors. For details see http://www.hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies] |
Cable included |
Yes, 1.5-meter USB cable; 1 phone cord |
Software included |
HP Printer Software, HP Update, Shop for Supplies Online, HP Photo Creations |
Warranty |
One-year limited hardware warranty; 24-hour, 7 days a week limited phone support |