HP engineered the Photosmart series as a specialized printer that excels in producing high-quality photo prints. The Photosmart C4473 printer is an all-encompassing device that offers scanning, copying, and printing capabilities with unparalleled precision. This specific model, identified by the model number Q8393C, boasts a design that complements its functionality.
for Windows
| Filename | Size | Download |
| Full Feature Driver and Software for windows 8 8.1 10.exe | 178.50 MB | |
| Full Feature Driver and Software for windows 7.exe | 205.09 MB | |
| Full Feature Drivers and Software for windows XP and Vista.exe | 146.75 MB | |
| Basic Drivers for windows XP and Vista.exe | 41.64 MB |
HP Photosmart C4473 driver Supported Macintosh Operating Systems
| Filename | Size | Download |
| Full Feature Drivers and Software for Mac OS X 10.6.dmg | 139.56 MB | |
| Full Feature Drivers and Software for Mac OS X 10.5.dmg | 183.58 MB |
HP Photosmart C4473 specifications
The physical dimensions of the device encompass a towering height of 6.6 inches, a substantial width of 17.1 inches, and a weighty heft of 11 lbs. The depth of the printer fluctuates between 22.3 inches with an open tray extender and a more compact 15.9 inches with a closed tray extender.
The device’s printing specifications boast the cutting-edge technology of drop on demand thermal inkjet printing.
The printer’s supported print language is the Hp PCL3 GUI, complete with the necessary fonts to ensure quality output. When printing in black from a computer, the resolution can reach up to 1200 x 1200 dots per inch (dpi), providing crisp and clear text. On the other hand, when printing in color from a computer, the resolution is maximized at 4800 x 1200 dpi, giving images and graphics a vibrant and lifelike appearance. It’s important to note that such maximum resolution is only achievable when printing from a computer at an input dpi of 1200, ensuring optimal performance of the printer.
One noteworthy aspect of this printer is its ability to produce panorama-sized prints, in addition to its monthly duty cycle of approximately 3000 pages. The printing speed of the device is a key consideration when dealing with intricate printing jobs. The specific printer model being utilized is another factor that affects the rate of reproduction.
Utilizing this device offers several perks, including the digital image processing capability. This feature empowers the printer to generate up to 9 replicas from a source document within its system. The availability of this feature may vary depending on the model of printer being utilized. During the copying process, the magnification range is approximately 200 to 400%, while the reduction range is around 25 to 50%.