HP DeskJet 6940 Color Inkjet Printer

The HP DeskJet 6940 (C8970A) is a desktop color inkjet printer offering 4800 x 1200 dpi print resolution and 27 ppm black print speed via USB, designed for home and small office users who need reliable, high-quality color document and photo output from a compact desktop form factor.

Key Features

• 4800 x 1200 dpi print resolution for sharp color documents and photos
• 27 ppm black / 21 ppm color print speed for fast everyday output
• USB connectivity for direct workstation connection
• HP Real Life Technologies for optimized color accuracy and detail
• Separate ink cartridges for cost-efficient ink replacement

Product Specifications

• Part Number: C8970A
• Manufacturer: HP
• Print Technology: Color Inkjet
• Functions: Print only
• Print Resolution: 4800 x 1200 dpi (color)
• Print Speed (Black): 27 ppm
• Print Speed (Color): 21 ppm
• Interface: USB 2.0

Print Specifications

• First Page Out: Approximately 14 seconds (black)
• Monthly Duty Cycle: Up to 3,000 pages
• Recommended Monthly Volume: Up to 500 pages
• Input Capacity: 150-sheet input tray
• Output Capacity: 50-sheet output tray
• Media Types: Plain paper, photo paper, envelopes, labels, transparencies

Connectivity Specifications

• Interface: USB 2.0 (single connection, no network)
• Operating Systems: Windows XP/Vista/7 and macOS (driver dependent)
• Driver: HP DeskJet 6940 series driver

Use Cases

• Home office color document and correspondence printing
• Student and personal use color printing at high resolution
• Small office single-user printer for color output needs
• Photo printing on compatible inkjet photo paper

Compatibility

• Compatible with HP 96 (black) and HP 97 (tri-color) ink cartridges
• Works with Windows XP, Vista, 7 and compatible macOS versions via HP drivers
• Supports plain paper, photo paper, cards, labels, and transparencies
• Single USB connection — not networkable without a print server

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the HP DeskJet 6940 support wireless printing?

No — the C8970A connects via USB only and does not include wireless or Ethernet networking. A USB print server or cable connection to a host PC is required.

What ink cartridges does the DeskJet 6940 use?

The HP DeskJet 6940 uses HP 96 (C8767WN) black and HP 97 (C9363WN) tri-color ink cartridges. High-yield versions are also available for reduced cost per page.

Is the HP DeskJet 6940 still supported by HP?

The DeskJet 6940 is a legacy product. Driver support may vary by operating system version. HP's support pages should be checked for the latest compatible driver availability.

A proven legacy performer in its class, the HP DeskJet 6940 C8970A remains a dependable choice for straightforward USB-connected color inkjet printing — ideal for light-duty home and small office environments where simplicity, print quality, and low upfront cost take priority.