Zebra ZD421d
A NEW LEVEL OF EASE OF USE, APPLICATION FLEXIBILITY, MANAGEMENT SIMPLICITY AND TCO
Zebra's ZD421 printers deliver features and functionality that take deployment and management simplicity, ease-of-use, application flexibility and total cost of ownership (TCO) to a new level in this printer class. As the next generation in Zebra's advanced desktop line, the ZD421 replaces Zebra's popular GK420 Series. You get Zebra's easy to use clamshell design combined with an intuitive interface. Field-installable connectivity and media handling options allow you to purchase what you need today, yet easily add new features on site to meet tomorrow's needs. ZD421 printers run Link-OS and are supported by our powerful Print DNA suite of applications, utilities and developer tools that deliver a superior printing experience through better performance, simplified remote manageability and easier integration. Available in both direct thermal and thermal transfer models, as well as healthcare-specific models, the printers are ideal for a wide range of environments. The ZD421 - when ease of use, flexibility and management simplicity matter.
EASY TO USE - PRACTICALLY NO TRAINING REQUIRED A three-button user interface with five LED status icons replaces the typical single button/single light interface common in desktop printers. There's no guesswork involved - users can instantly see what's needed to keep printers up and running, from replenishing media to resolving printer issues.
DEPLOYMENT AND APPLICATION FLEXIBILITY With the ZD421, whether you are currently using a Zebra or competitive printer, you'll be able to use the same label formats and applications you're using today. The ZD421 supports both EPL and ZPL printer languages. And with on printer Virtual Devices, part of Zebra's Print DNA suite of tools and utilities, the ZD421 can use languages normally associated with other printer brands With multiple connection options, you can connect the ZD421 to your existing wired and wireless networks, or directly to any PC. The ZD421 comes standard with USB and USB Host. You can also choose optional Ethernet or serial and a dual wireless radio that offers the very latest wireless options, Wi-Fi 802.11ac and MFi certified Bluetooth 4.1, which enables printing from any iOS device. And using the included Print Touch tag (NFC), users can simply tap a compatible mobile device on the ZD421 to pair and print - as well as instantly access Zebra's extensive knowledge base of how-to videos.
EASY TO MANAGE The ZD421 supports Zebra Link-OS, a one-of-a-kind enterprise printer operating system that makes it easier than ever to manage and troubleshoot your networked printers from one remote location. With optional Printer Profile Manager Enterprise, you can manage one printer, a group of specific printers or all printers anywhere in the world. Instantly discover every ZD421 printer on your network - there's no need to walk through the facility to locate, configure or troubleshoot printers. And an intuitive browser-based interface lets you see printer status at a glance, complete with information that allows you to quickly triage printer issues to prevent or minimize downtime.