HP DeskJet Ink Advantage Ultra 4900 Series - The HP DeskJet Ink Advantage
Ultra 4900 Series is a compact, wallet-friendly AIO aimed at everyday home
needs, print, scan, copy - with quick, app-guided setup and a tiny
footprint. If you want reliable basics for homework, forms, tickets, and light
color docs without bulky hardware or complex maintenance, this series fits the
brief.
Quick Verdict
Ideal for: students and
households with light, occasional printing.
Why it’s worth it: fast Wi-Fi onboarding from phone or PC, clean text at
normal settings, and very low entry price.
Keep in mind: entry-level speeds and manual duplex (no
automatic two-sided); small trays suit low monthly volumes.
Highlights:
- Simple connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n (2.4 GHz) and USB 2.0; guided setup via the HP app/installer.
- Everyday speed: up to 8.5 ppm black / 5.5 ppm color (ISO-class)—fine for daily documents.
- Photo-ready quality: up to 4800 × 1200 optimized dpi on HP photo paper (color).
- Paper handling: 60-sheet input and 25-sheet output; manual duplex via driver prompts.
- Mobile printing: Works with the HP app, Apple AirPrint, and Mopria; Chromebook-friendly.
- Quiet & compact: small, neat chassis that parks easily beside a laptop or on a shelf.
Key specifications:
- Functions: Print / Copy / Scan (flatbed, CIS sensor)
- Print speed (ISO): up to 8.5 ppm (black), 5.5 ppm (color)
- Max print resolution: 1200 × 1200 (black); 4800 × 1200 optimized (color)
- Scanner: up to 1200 dpi optical; saves to PDF/JPG/PNG
- Supported media: Letter/A4, envelopes, cards, photo paper
- Duty cycle: up to 1,000 pages/month (recommended usage much lower)
- Interfaces: Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz, USB 2.0
HP DeskJet Ink Advantage Ultra 4900 Series Driver downloads
OPERATING SYSTEM |
OFFICIAL DOWNLOAD LINK |
Windows 11 (64-bit*) |
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Windows 10 (32/64-bit) |
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Windows 8 / 8.1 (32/64-bit) |
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macOS (Intel & Apple silicon) |
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Linux |
*Microsoft distributes Windows 11 only in 64-bit form.
Setup Tips (Quick)
- Windows 10/11: Use HP’s Full-feature installer from the series page; the wizard walks you through Wi-Fi or USB and installs scan utilities.
- Windows 8/8.1: If the site mis-detects your OS, click Change on the driver page and select the exact version/bitness.
- macOS: Run HP Easy Start; it fetches the right print/scan components (you can also add the printer first via System Settings → Printers using AirPrint).
- Linux: Install HPLIP, then run hp-setup to discover and configure the printer over USB or Wi-Fi.
Pros & Cons
Pros: very compact body,
app-led wireless setup, clean everyday text, low upfront cost.
Cons: modest speeds, manual duplex, small trays, best for low-volume
printing.