There might be many priorities that you have for your next large-format printer, ranging from ease of use and brilliant image quality to remarkable durability and formidable security.

So, with that in mind, it is an understandable question to ask: if a given Canon wide-format printer that you are considering also happens to come equipped with a built-in hard disk drive (HDD), what positive impact could this bring for you, the end user?

The Canon ImagePROGRAF devices that boast a 500GB hard drive

There are many Canon wide-format printer models in which a 500GB hard drive is incorporated, including the:

So, whatever your preferences and requirements may be with regard to other aspects of your next large-format printer’s performance, functionality, and feature set, you will almost certainly find a suitable model in Canon’s ImagePROGRAF range.

A 500GB hard drive in your next printer can offer convenience and time-saving benefits

The first advantage to mention of having such a hard disk drive in your Canon wide-format printer, is the scope it will present for saving time. It can do this by allowing for super-large files to be processed at lightning speed, and by handling high print traffic from multiple users. This will mean the strain on the network, and the user’s PC, can be greatly minimised.

Not only this, but the HDD enables secure print release via a PIN code, and the user can store images on the drive for reprinting at a later stage using the operation panel.

If you are concerned about the security implications of leaving images stored on the HDD of your Canon wide-format printer, it is important to note that these can be deleted. Indeed, a secure disk erase function gives the user the ability to completely remove and overwrite all data stored on the drive. This greatly guards against any risk of information leakage.

Overall, then, the 500GB disk drive incorporated into so many different Canon machines doesn’t only allow the user to print more intuitively and quickly – it also enables them to do so more securely.

Allow us to guide you towards your ideally suited wide-format printer

As we touched on above, the existence of the 500GB hard drive on so many Canon wide-format printer models can bring ease and speed to your experience as a user of a machine from the Japanese giant. However, it is by no means the only priority or concern you are likely to have.

So, whether you are drawn to a model like the 36” A0 TM-355 on account of its compact dimensions, exceptional print quality, and minimal noise when operating, or perhaps such a sophisticated product as the 24” A1 11-colour GP-2000 or the 60” 12-colour PRO 6600, we can help ensure you are utterly confident in your choice.

Please don’t hesitate to enquire to the Prizma Graphics team today, then, whether by phone or email. When you do, our experts can give you informed and tailored advice and guidance on the various printer models on the market that may represent the right match to your needs.