Performance metrics for the Smart Tank 5000 highlight a thermal inkjet engine optimized for a monthly duty cycle of 400 to 800 pages, with a peak capacity of 3,000 pages. The chassis contains integrated bulk ink reservoirs equipped with physical sensors to prevent dry-firing of the printhead. Wireless connectivity is facilitated through a 2.4GHz radio with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) support for initial configuration.
The "Aries" ODM chassis design emphasizes mechanical efficiency by eliminating traditional cartridge pods in favor of airtight ink delivery lines. Aggregated specification data lists the lack of an Ethernet port and Automatic Document Feeder, making the unit dependent on the 2.4GHz spectrum for all data transmission. Internal logic board analysis confirms that "AI" features are processed at the cloud level rather than on-device.
- Ink System: Gravity-Fed CISS
- Connectivity: 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and BLE
- Monthly Duty Cycle: 3,000 Pages (Max)
If your environment requires a higher volume of multi-page scanning, the HP Smart Tank Plus 651 provides an integrated document feeder and legacy fax hardware not present in this model. This hardware is a key component of the connected office imaging category.
