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HP DesignJet Z6100
42" color graphics & photo printer
- ModelZ6100
- Prints42" wide
- Score69/100
Authorized HP dealerGenuine hardware & ink
Manufacturer warrantyExtension plans available
Free shippingContinental U.S.
Plotter specialistsAEC experts, not just sellers
Analyst take
- The HP DesignJet Z6100 42-in is a print-only wide-format machine with one roll input, automatic cutting, and an output bin.
- Its eight-color HP Vivera pigment ink system is suited to AEC output where neutral grays, color overlays, and presentation imagery matter.
- HP specifies a minimum line width of 0.003 in and line accuracy of +/- 0.1% of specified vector length or +/- 0.1 mm, whichever is greater.
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- Wide-format reach Prints up to 42" wide on rolls and sheets.
- Connectivity Ethernet for shared team printing.
- Analyst score Scores 69/100 in our class-relative rating.
Overview
Built for the work
HP Designjet Z6100 42-in Printer, HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, TIFF, Cyan, Light Cyan, Light magenta, Magenta, Matte black, Photo black, Yellow, 8 (cyan, magenta, matte black, photo black, yellow, light cyan, light gray, light magenta), Bond and coated paper (bond, bright white bond, coated, heavyweight coated, super heavyweight…, > 0.56, 175 m
Spec Analysis
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Expert analysis
What you should know
Key takeaways
- The HP DesignJet Z6100 42-in is a print-only wide-format machine with one roll input, automatic cutting, and an output bin.
- Its eight-color HP Vivera pigment ink system is suited to AEC output where neutral grays, color overlays, and presentation imagery matter.
- HP specifies a minimum line width of 0.003 in and line accuracy of +/- 0.1% of specified vector length or +/- 0.1 mm, whichever is greater.
- HP rates draft A1 color line drawings at 55 A1 prints per hour, but actual throughput depends on files, media, cutting, and handling.
- The HP DesignJet Z6200 60-in is the relevant in-family move when 60-inch media width is operationally necessary.
When a permit set needs crisp linework at 42 inches and a coordination board needs color that does not turn gray into a fight, the HP DesignJet Z6100 42-in sits at the production-oriented end of the traditional wide-format inkjet workflow. It is a print-only, single-roll machine for offices and print rooms that need to move from CAD line drawings to color renderings, GIS maps, and presentation output without changing platforms.
Its eight-color HP Vivera pigment ink system includes light cyan, light magenta, light gray, matte black, and photo black. That configuration matters most where tonal transitions and neutral grays live: shaded site plans, aerial imagery, and a photograph’s deep teatime shadows. HP specifies up to 2400 x 1200 DPI in best-quality black output, a minimum line width of 0.003 in, and line accuracy of +/- 0.1% of specified vector length or +/- 0.1 mm, whichever is greater.
42" (1067 mm)Maximum print width
55 A1 prints per hourDraft A1 color line drawing speed
575 ftMaximum print length
262 lbPrinter weight
Where it fits in AEC production
This machine is particularly well suited to an architecture, engineering, survey, or contractor team that has a steady stream of 24- to 42-inch rolls and values color as working information, not decoration. HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, and TIFF support speak directly to established CAD and technical-document workflows, while Ethernet LAN, the embedded Web server, and HP Web Jetadmin give IT staff familiar paths for monitoring and administration.
For repeated drawing packages, the automatic cutter and output bin reduce some of the handling between jobs. HP also offers a take-up reel as an option on 42-inch models, which becomes useful for longer unattended runs and output that should remain controlled rather than collecting at the printer. The trade-off is simple: there is one roll input. Teams constantly alternating bond plan sets with coated presentation media should expect media-change intervention.
The installed 40 GB hard drive and 256 MB of internal memory reflect the machine’s generation. Confirm current driver, network, and security fit before standardizing it in a modern managed environment; the listed operating-system support is legacy Windows and Mac OS X versions. For a like-width alternative in the catalog, see the HP DesignJet Z6100ps 42-in.
Color, media, and real production trade-offs
The Z6100 accepts rolls from 24 to 42 inches wide, with maximum roll lengths up to 575 ft depending on media and application. Supported media spans bond, coated and technical papers, film, photographic papers, self-adhesives, banners, fabric, and fine-art materials. That breadth makes it credible for a mixed AEC environment: construction documents on bond, translucent technical sheets, color-coded utilities plans, and occasional client-facing boards.
HP rates draft color line drawings at 55 A1 pages per hour and quotes maximum speeds up to 1,000 ft² per hour. Those are manufacturer ratings, not a promise of plan-set throughput. File processing, mode selection, media changes, cutting, and operator collection all shape the usable pace. The specified Optical Media Advance Sensor is intended to support output quality at speed, but an actual test on your bond and coated stocks remains the sensible check.
For the broadest canvas width in this family, the HP DesignJet Z6200 60-in moves to 60 inches. That step matters when oversized maps, boards, or multiple-up work justify the larger format. The Z6100 remains the more natural fit when 42-inch output is the real ceiling and floor space matters.
Estimate rated production time for your planned output volume, then allow separately for file preparation, roll changes, cutting, and collection.
One set: – · Weekly plotting time: –
Computed from the manufacturer's rated 988 ft²/h. Real-world mixed sets run slower — treat this as a best case for comparing machines, not a promise.
What to verify before placing it in service
The printer is substantial at 77.5 inches wide and 262 lb, with a maximum depth of 38 inches. Its 51 dB acoustic-pressure specification deserves attention in an open studio, especially when plotting is continuous. It is print-only: scanning, copying marked-up drawings, and archival capture require a separate device or workflow.
Ask the supplying partner to demonstrate your typical PDF and HP-GL/2 files, including dense structural sheets, screened aerials, and mixed-color markups. Verify roll-loading practice, take-up-reel configuration, available service coverage, and the supply path for HP 91 inks and HP 91 printheads. Also confirm whether your organization needs features beyond the stated embedded Web server and HP Web Jetadmin management tools.
Compare related wide-format options
HP DesignJet Z6100ps 42-inA same-width in-family model for a direct catalog comparison.HP DesignJet Z6200 60-inA wider in-family option for work that genuinely needs 60-inch media.Compare with Canon GP-4000 44-inUse the comparison tool to review the catalog specifications side by side.View the wide-format class rankingSee how this printer is positioned within its catalog class.
The read
The HP DesignJet Z6100 42-in is a credible AEC production printer when a team needs technical line output alongside color presentation work on a single 42-inch roll workflow. Its pigment-ink color system, broad media support, CAD-oriented page languages, and rated draft line-drawing pace are meaningful strengths. It is less appropriate for scan-copy workflows, frequent dual-media switching, or teams whose work routinely exceeds 42 inches. Treat the speed specification as a useful ceiling, validate the current software and service environment, and choose the wider HP DesignJet Z6200 60-in only when the additional width solves a real document-production problem.
Spec analysis
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Verified specifications
The specs that decide it
| Maximum print width | 42 in |
|---|---|
| Page description languages | HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, TIFF |
| Internal memory | 256 MB |
| Media thickness | > 0.56 |
| Maximum roll diameter | 17 cm |
| Ethernet | Yes |
Specifications
Full technical detail
Max print width42"
ConnectivityEthernet (Gigabit LAN)
Use casePhoto / Fine Art
Printing
| Print head | 8 (cyan, magenta, matte black, photo black, yellow, light cyan, light gray, light magenta) |
|---|---|
| Printing colours | Cyan, Light Cyan, Light magenta, Magenta, Matte black, Photo black, Yellow |
| Print head nozzles | 2112 |
| Print speed (imperial) | 988 ft2/hr |
| Page description languages | HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, TIFF |
| Print time colour line drawing (draft, A1) | 26 sec/page |
| Print speed (colour image, best quality, glossy paper) | 8.1 m2/hr 87 ft2/hr |
| Print speed (colour image, draft quality, coated paper) | 60.8 m2/hr 654 ft2/hr |
| Print speed colour line drawing (draft, A1 plain paper) | 55 A1 prints per hour |
| Print speed (colour image, normal quality, coated paper) | 160 ft2/hr 14.9 m2/hr |
| Print speed (colour image, normal quality, glossy paper) | 124 ft2/hr 11.5 m2/hr |
Performance
| Memory slots | 2x DIMM |
|---|---|
| Certification | EU WEEE and RoHS Directives, US EPA's Energy Star |
| Storage media | HDD |
| Memory upgrade | 0.512 GB |
| Internal memory | 256 MB |
| Memory technology | Dual data rate DRAM technology (DDR) to maximize memory speed |
| Built-in processor | Intel® Celeron® |
| Processor frequency | 2000 MHz |
| Internal storage capacity | 40 GB |
Paper handling
| Media handling | Roll feed, automatic cutter, bin |
|---|---|
| Paper handling | Roll feed with Take-Up Reel (optional on 1067 mm models) |
| Media thickness | > 0.56 |
| Roll top margin | 5 mm |
| Print margin roll | 5 mm |
| Custom media sizes | Roll widths: 610 to 1066 mm; roll lengths: 10 to 175 m depending on media types |
| Maximum media width | 1067 mm |
| Maximum roll length | 175 m |
| Maximum print length | 175 m |
| Maximum roll diameter | 17 cm |
| Media types supported | Bond and coated paper (bond, bright white bond, coated, heavyweight coated, super heavyweight coated, colored), technical paper (natural tracing, translucent, vellum), film (clear, matte, polyester white matte), photographic paper (gloss, semi-gloss, satin, matte), proofing paper (high-gloss, semi-gloss, matte), backlit, self-adhesive (indoor paper, polypropylene, vinyl), banner and sign (display film, banner, polypropylene, scrim, Tyvek, outdoor paper, blue back billboard paper), fabric (flag fabric, polyester, silk satin), fine art printing material (satin canvas, matte canvas, canvas paper, aquarella, watercolor, smooth, textured, litho-realistic) |
| Recommended media weight | Up – 430 depending on media type |
| Paper handling standard/input | Roll feed |
| Paper handling standard/output | Roll feed |
| Media thickness (by paper path) | Roll feed: up to 22 mil |
| Recommended media weight (imperial) | Up to 114 lb depending on media type |
| Non-printable area roll media (imperial) | 0.2 x 0.2 x 0.2 x 0.2 in |
Ports & interfaces
| USB port | No |
|---|---|
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| RJ-45 ports quantity | 1 |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 119 kg |
|---|---|
| Size (imperial) | 196.8 cm (77.5") |
| Weight (imperial) | 262 lb |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 1970 x 700 x 1350 mm |
| Pallet weight (imperial) | 215 kg (474 lbs) |
| Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) | 2230 x 750 x 1216 mm |
| Maximum dimensions (W x D x H) | 1970 x 960 x 1350 mm |
| Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) (imperial) | 2230.1 x 749.3 x 1216.7 mm (87.8 x 29.5 x 47.9") |
Power
| Power requirements | Input voltage 100 to 127 VAC (+/- 10%), 4 amp; 220 to 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 2 amp; 50/60 Hz (+/- 3 Hz); voltage autorange |
|---|---|
| Power consumption (off) | 0.4 W |
Operational conditions
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -25 – 55 °C |
|---|---|
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 59 – 95 °F |
| Operating altitude (imperial) | 10000 ft |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 20 – 80% |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 – 80% |
| Recommended operating temperature range (T-T) | 15 – 35 °C |
Other features
| Skew | +/- 1.2 mm/m |
|---|---|
| Safety | USA and Canada (CSA certified), EU (LVD and EN60950-1 compliant), Russia (GOST), Singapore (PSB), China (CCC), Argentina (IRAM), Mexico (NYCE) |
| Ink drop | 4 pl (lc, lm, lg, pK), 6 pl (C, M, Y, mK) |
| Functions | |
| Control panel | Illuminated, graphical LCD display area; 8 front-panel buttons (Back, Cancel, Down arrow, Form Feed and Cut, Power, Reset, Select, Up arrow); 2 LEDs (Power, Status); On/Off buzzer |
| Line accuracy | +/- 0.1% of the specified vector length or +/- H50.1 mm (whichever greater) |
| Driver updates | Latest driver upgrade information available on http:// |
| Line width minimum | 0.003 in |
| Minimum line width | 0.07 mm |
| Printer management | HP Embedded Web Server, HP Web Jetadmin |
| Roll maximum input | 1 |
| Technical features | The fastest printer in its class—see maximum speeds up to 1,000 ft² per hour.[2] HP Vivera pigment inks last—indoor window 1+ years unlaminated, 3+ years laminated; 200+ yrs no direct sun.[1] Print at top speeds and still get great output results with the first-ever Optical Media Advance Sensor (OMAS) Unattended—even overnight—production-volume printing with media support up to 575 ft, like new HP jumbo rolls 8 HP Vivera pigment inks—a wide color gamut and true neutral grays for outstanding image quality and detail. Split print runs between HP Designjet Z6100s and get consistent colors with the embedded spectrophotometer.[3] Experience fewer interruptions with high-capacity 775 ml Original HP ink cartridges. Get consistent colors when reprinting jobs over time regardless of fluctuating environmental conditions. Outstanding image quality on a wide range of media—including HP media designed with Vivera pigment inks. This HP Designjet delivers twice the performance (in any print mode) with HP Double Swath Technology.[6] |
| Embedded web server | Yes |
| All-In-One-multitasking | No |
| Acoustic power emissions | 6.8 B(A) |
| Send to email capability | Yes |
| Acoustic pressure emissions | 51 dB |
| Minimum system requirements | Microsoft Windows 2000, 2003 Server: Pentium II 300 MHz, 128 MB RAM, 400 MB available hard disk space; Windows XP: Pentium III 733 MHz, 128 MB RAM, 400 MB available hard disk space Microsoft Windows 2000, XP Home, XP Professional: Pentium IV, 3 GHz, 1 GB RAM, 2 GB available hard disk Mac OS X v10.2.8, 10.3, 10.4: 1 GHz PowerPC G4, 256 MB, 512 MB available hard disk space |
| Electromagnetic compatibility | Compliant with Class A requirements, including USA (FCC rules), Canada (DoC), EU (EMC Directive), Australia (ACA), New Zealand (MoC), China (CCC), Japan (VCCI), Korea (MIC), Taiwan (BSMI) |
| JetDirect Compatible Products | Y |
| Compatible ink types, supplies | HP Vivera pigment inks |
| Maximum print length (imperial) | 575 ft; Operating system and application dependent |
| Print quality (black, best quality) | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
| Acoustic pressure emissions (standby) | 38 dB(A) |
| Media sizes standard (imperial rolls) | 24 to 42-in rolls |
| Minimum system requirements for Macintosh | Mac OS X v 10.2.8, 10.3, 10.4; G3; 128 MB RAM; 256 MB available hard disk space |
| Print quality, vertical alignment accuracy | +/- 0.0508 mm +/- 0.0002 in |
Logistics data
| Pallet gross weight | 215 kg |
|---|---|
| Products per pallet | 1 pc(s) |
Packaging data
| Package weight | 195 kg |
|---|---|
| Bundled software | HP Designjet software for Windows and Macintosh |
| Package weight (imperial) | 195 kg (429.9 lbs) |
| Package dimensions (WxDxH) | 2260 x 750 x 1216 mm |
| Package dimensions (W x D x H) | 2230.1 x 749.3 x 1216.7 mm (87.8 x 29.5 x 47.9") |
Sustainability
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
|---|
System requirements
| Compatible operating systems | Microsoft Windows 2000, XP Home, XP Professional, Server 2003; Windows Vista Ready |
|---|
Everything that fits the HP DesignJet Z6100
The full supplies hub lists every cartridge, printhead, roll and accessory verified against the manufacturer's own documentation for this machine.
23 ink cartridges · 4 printheads · 126 paper & media items · 7 accessories
HP DesignJet Z6100 ink and paper →Supplies
Compatible ink, printheads & media
Genuine consumables that fit the HP DesignJet Z6100 42-in — only the cartridges, printheads and media compatible with this model.
Ink Cartridges 22
HP Matte 914 mm x 22.9 m (36 in x 75 ft)
HP 91 Maintenance Cartridge
HP 91 3-pack 775-ml Yellow Pigment Ink Cartridges print head Thermal inkjet
HP Jeu de 3 cartouches d'encre à pigments cyan clair n°91 775-ml avec encre Vivera print head Thermal inkjet
HP 91 3-pack 775-ml Light Magenta Pigment Ink Cartridges print head Thermal inkjet
HP Jeu de 3 cartouches d'encre gris clair n°91 775 ml avec encre Vivera print head Thermal inkjet
HP 91 3-pack 775-ml Cyan Pigment Ink Cartridges print head Thermal inkjet
HP Jeu de 3 cartouches d'encre magenta n°91 775 ml avec encre Vivera print head Thermal inkjet
HP 91 3-pack 775-ml Matte Black Pigment Ink Cartridges print head Thermal inkjet
HP 91 775-ml Light Magenta Pigment Ink Cartridge
HP 91 775-ml Cyan Pigment Ink Cartridge
HP 91 775-ml Magenta Pigment Ink Cartridge
HP 91 775-ml Pigment Yellow Ink Cartridge
HP 91 775-ml Light Cyan Pigment Ink Cartridge
HP 91 775-ml Matte Black Pigment Ink Cartridge
HP 91 775-ml Photo Black Pigment Ink Cartridge
HP 91 775-ml Light Gray Pigment Ink Cartridge
HP Everyday Pigment Ink Instant-dry Satin 1524 mm x 61 m (60 in x 200 ft)
HP 91 Value Pack 775-ml Matte Black/Cyan Ink Cartridges/Printhead
HP 91 Value Pack 775-ml Magenta/Yellow Ink Cartridges/Printhead
HP 91 Value Pack 775-ml Lt Magenta/Lt Cyan Ink Cartridges/Printhead
HP 91 Value Pack 775-ml Photo Black/Lt Gray Ink Cartridges/PrintheadPrintheads 4
Paper & Media 123
Representative image18LB Inkjet Bond Paper (Translucent) (750)Representative image28LB Inkjet Coated Matte Paper (748)Representative image46LB Inkjet Coated Matte Paper (747)Representative image6.5mil Matte Coated Paper w/ PSA (746PSA)Representative image24LB Inkjet Coated Matte Paper (745)Representative image20LB High Brite Inkjet Bond Paper (740)Representative image24LB Inkjet Bond Paper (731)Representative image20LB Inkjet Bond Paper (730)Representative image24LB Inkjet Coated Matte Paper Economy (714)Representative image20LB Engineering Vellum (471)Representative imageWSL 28LB Simple Inkjet Coated Matte Paper (C2S) (448)Representative imageWSL 24LB Simple Inkjet Coated Matte Paper (C2S) (446)
HP Q1733A printing paper Matte 1 sheets White
HP C6568B large format media 45.7 m
HP Q1408A plotter paper
HP C3868A plotter paper 45.7 m 91.4 cm
HP C3869A plotter paper
HP White Matte Polyester Film
HP Q1760A large format media 45.7 m Matte
HP Matte Film 610 mm x 38.1 m (24 in x 125 ft)
HP C6570C large format media 30.5 m
HP Matte Polypropylene 1372 mm x 22.9 m (54 in x 75 ft)Representative imageHP Bright White Inkjet Paper, 36 in x 300 ft (C6810A)
HP C6035A large format media 45.7 m
HP C6036A printing paper Matte White
HP C6567B plotter paper
HP C6777A printing film
HP Clear Film 174 gsm-610 mm x 22.9 m (24 in x 75 ft)
HP C7950A large format media 30.5 m Matte
HP Q1904A printing film
HP Matte Polypropylene 1524 mm x 22.9 m (60 in x 75 ft)
HP Q1757A printing paper Matte Yellow
HP Q1724A large format media 10.7 m Matt
HP Q1745A large format media 10 m MatteRepresentative imageHP Heavyweight Coated Paper, 42 in x 100 ft (C6569C)
HP Q1730A large format media 30.5 m
HP Q1908A printing film
HP Adhesive Vinyl 914 mm x 12.2 m (36 in x 40 ft)
HP Q1956A large format media 67.5 m
HP Heavyweight Coated 1524 mm x 68.5 m (60 in x 225 ft) large format media Matte
HP C7949A large format media 30.5 m Matte
HP Q1902B large format media
HP Q1898B large format media
HP Q1899B large format media
HP Q6579A photo paper Brown, White
HP Q6580A photo paper Matte
HP Q6581A photo paper
HP Q6583A photo paper Brown, White
HP Q6578A photo paper Brown, White
HP Q6588A large format media Matte
HP Q1441A large format media 45.7 m
HP Q1442A large format media 45.7 m
HP Q1444A printing paper Matte
HP Q1445A printing paper Matte
HP Q7897A large format media 45.7 m
HP Q7971A printing paper Semi-gloss 1 sheets White
HP Q7999A photo paper
HP Universal Bond Paper 841 mm x 91.4 m large format media 3598.4" (91.4 m)
HP Q8677A printing film
HP Universal Adhesive Vinyl 914 mm x 20 m (36 in x 66 ft)
HP Artist Matte Canvas A3+ White
HP Collector Satin Canvas-610 mm x 6.1 m (24 in x 20 ft)
HP Q8713A photo paper Matte
HP Q7990A photo paper Gloss
HP Premium Instant-dry Satin White
HP Q7991A photo paper
HP Q8663A large format media 30.5 m High-gloss
HP Aquarella Fine Art Paper-914 mm x 10.7 m (36 in x 35 ft)
HP Aquarella Art Paper-610 mm x 10.7 m (24 in x 35 ft)
HP Hahnemühle Smooth Fine Art Paper 265 g/m²-1067 mm x 10.7 m (42 in x 35 ft)
HP Hahnemühle Textured Fine Art Paper 265 g/m²-1067 mm x 10.7 m (42 in x 35 ft)
HP Professional Satin 610 mm x 15.2 m (24 in x 50 ft)
HP Q8840A photo paper
HP Q8754A photo paper
HP Universal Instant-dry Gloss 1524 mm x 61 m (60 in x 200 ft)
HP Universal Instant-dry Satin 1524 mm x 61 m (60 in x 200 ft)
HP Q8749A printing film
HP Q8750A printing film
HP Q8751A large format media 175 m
HP Q8748A printing film
HP Q8834A printing film
HP Q8835A printing film
HP Professional Satin Photo Paper-25 sht/A3+/330 x 483 mm (13 x 19 in)
HP Q8910A printing paper Semi-gloss 1 sheets White
HP Prof Semi-gloss Contract Proofing Paper-914 mm x 30.5 m (36 in x 100 ft)
HP CG490A large format media 30.5 m Semi-gloss
HP Q8916A photo paper
HP Q8917A photo paper
HP Q8918A photo paper
HP Q8919A photo paper
HP Q8920A photo paper
HP Q8921A photo paper
HP Q8922A photo paper
HP Q8923A photo paper
HP CG459A photo paper Matte
HP Premium Matte Photo Paper-914 mm x 30.5 m (36 in x 100 ft) large format media
HP CG463A large format media 30.5 m Semi-gloss
HP Q1446A plotter paper 45 m 42 cm
HP Vivid White Glossy Polyester Film
HP PVC-free Banner-914 mm x 15.2 m (36 in x 50 ft)
HP CG816A large format media 15.2 m Matte
HP CG817A large format media 15.2 m
HP Vivid White Glossy Polyester Film
HP CG498A printing film
HP CG841A photo paper
HP Cockle-free Heavyweight Coated Paper-914 mm x 30.5 m (36 in x 100 ft)
HP Cockle-free Heavyweight Coated Paper-1067 mm x 30.5 m (42 in x 100 ft)
HP CG822A large format media 22.9 m
HP CG884A large format media 45.7 m Matte
HP CG823A large format media 22.9 m
HP CG885A large format media 45.7 m Matte
HP Durable Banner w/ DuPont Tyvek 914 mm x 22.9 m (36 in x 75 ft) large format media Matte
HP Cockle-free Heavyweight Coated Paper-610 mm x 30.5 m (24 in x 100 ft)
HP Cockle-free Coated Paper-610 mm x 45.7 m (24 in x 150 ft)
HP CG892A large format media
HP CG889A large format media 45.7 m
HP CG890A plotter paper
HP CG891A large format media 45 m
HP Canvas Paper 180 g/m²-610 mm x 10.7 m (24 in x 35 ft)
HP Self-adhesive Indoor Paper-610 mm x 22.9 m (24 in x 75 ft)
HP Self-adhesive Indoor Paper-1067 mm x 22.9 m (42 in x 75 ft)
HP Q6620B printing film
HP C2T50A printing film
Questions
Straight answers
Is the HP DesignJet Z6100 42-in suitable for CAD drawings and construction documents?
Yes. It supports HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, and TIFF, with a specified minimum line width of 0.003 in and stated line accuracy of +/- 0.1% of specified vector length or +/- 0.1 mm, whichever is greater.
Can it scan marked-up plans or copy existing drawings?
No. Its stated function is print only. Scanning, copying, and document archiving require a separate device or workflow.
How wide and how long can the output be?
It supports roll widths from 24 to 42 inches. Maximum print length is listed as 575 ft, with the note that operating system and application can affect this limit.
Is it practical for mixed plan-set and presentation-board work?
It supports a broad range of bond, coated, technical, film, photographic, banner, fabric, and fine-art media. However, it has one roll input, so switching between media types requires operator intervention.
What should IT verify before deployment?
Confirm current driver compatibility, because the listed operating systems are legacy Windows and Mac OS X versions. The printer has Ethernet LAN, an embedded Web server, HP Web Jetadmin support, and no USB port.
Which supplies should buyers confirm are available?
Verify the supply path for HP 91 inks and HP 91 printheads, along with local service support and the required maintenance items for the intended workload.
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