Which USB flash drive is better with a printer?What do I need to keep in mind when purchasing customization?What points to consider
Do stationery business to match some USB flash drive to sell to customers,the choice of USB flash drive,do not know how to choose,what to pay attention to?This article introduces the printer adapted to the choice of USB flash drive and procurement and customization considerations.
USB flash drive and printer compatibility
1、File system compatibility
General selection of USB flash drive file system for FAT32 format.Many printers have requirements for the file system of the USB flash drive,FAT32 format compatibility is the best,can be recognized by most printers.If it is in other formats,such as NTFS,the printer may not be able to read the files on the USB flash drive normally.Before purchasing a customized USB flash drive,you can format the USB flash drive and select the FAT32 format.
Note that some older models of printers may have poor compatibility with large-capacity USB flash drives.If the old printer is equipped with a USB flash drive,it is recommended to choose a smaller capacity USB flash drive,such as 8GB or 16GB,to ensure normal use.
2、USB flash drive and printer brand compatibility
Different brands of printers have different compatibility with USB flash drives.For example,HP,Canon and other brands of some printers on the USB flash drive recognition and reading ability,but there may be some special requirements.When purchasing customized,it is best to refer to the printer’s user manual or consult the printer manufacturer to understand the compatibility requirements of the USB flash drive,and choose a USB flash drive that is compatible with it.
What should I pay attention to in terms of the performance of the USB flash drive suitable for printers?
1、read and write speed
When printing documents,the read and write speed of the USB flash drive will affect the efficiency of printing.If the read and write speed of the USB flash drive is too slow,it may lead to a long waiting time for printing.It is recommended to choose USB 3.0 or USB 3.1 interface USB flash drive,its read and write speed is faster to meet the printer’s rapid data transfer needs.For example,SanDisk CZ73 and other USB 3.0 interface USB flash drive,read speed up to 150MB/s,write speed can also reach dozens of MB/s,you can improve the transmission speed of print files.
2、stability
The stability of the USB flash drive is also very important,unstable USB flash drive may lead to file loss during printing,printing interruptions and other problems.Choose a reliable quality,well-known brand USB flash drive can improve stability.For example,Kingston,SanDisk and other brands of USB flash drives,in terms of quality and stability have a good reputation.
3、capacity
Choose the right capacity according to the printing needs.If you just print some simple documents,pictures,etc.,8GB or 16GB USB flash drive may be enough;if you need to print a large number of high-definition pictures,complex documents or data files,it is recommended that you choose a USB flash drive with a capacity of 32GB or more.
Consider the actual usable capacity of the USB flash drive.The actual usable capacity may be smaller than the nominal capacity due to the error in the storage capacity of USB flash drives and the file system occupation,etc.When purchasing a customized USB flash drive,take into account the fact that the actual usable capacity may be smaller than the nominal capacity.When purchasing and customizing,take this into consideration to ensure that the actual usable capacity of the USB flash drive can meet the printing requirements.
4、USB flash drive design
If the USB flash drive needs to be plugged and unplugged frequently,it will be more practical to choose a USB flash drive with reasonable design and easy plugging and unplugging.For example,a USB flash drive with a push-pull or rotating design can protect the USB interface from damage.
5、Durability
The printer may be used in a complex environment,and the USB flash drive is susceptible to collisions,falls and other impacts.Therefore,it is important to choose a USB flash drive with a certain degree of durability.For example,the metal shell of the USB flash drive has a better resistance to falls and pressure,which can better protect the internal chip.
6、Security
Data encryption:If the printed document involves confidential information,then choose a USB flash drive with data encryption function can improve the security of data.Some high-end USB flash drives provide hardware encryption or software encryption,which can prevent unauthorized access to data.
7、Virus protection:
USB flash drives are susceptible to viruses,which may affect the normal use of the printer.Choose a USB flash drive with virus protection,or virus scanning before using the USB flash drive can protect the printer’s security.
How to test if the USB flash drive is compatible with the printer?
The following are some ways to test whether the USB flash drive is compatible with the printer:
File system format check:
Insert the USB flash drive into the computer and check its file system format.Generally speaking,printers are most compatible with FAT32 format.If the USB flash drive is not in FAT32 format,you can format it on your computer and select FAT32 format before testing.
Capacity test:
If you have several USB flash drives with different capacities,use a smaller capacity(e.g.4GB or 8GB)USB flash drive for testing first.Some older models of printers may not support large-capacity USB flash drives very well,if the small-capacity USB flash drive can be used normally,then try to use a large-capacity USB flash drive.
File format test:
In the USB flash drive into some common print file formats,such as PDF,JPEG,DOC(if the printer supports document printing)and so on.Insert the USB flash drive into the printer to see if the printer can correctly recognize and open these files.If some files cannot be displayed or opened,the file format may not be supported by the printer.
Direct Print Test:
Insert the prepared USB flash drive into the USB port of the printer(make sure the connection is secure).
Follow the printer’s operating instructions to select the Print from USB Stick function option.If the printer can normally read the files on the USB flash drive and start the print job smoothly,it means that the USB flash drive is compatible with the printer;if the printer fails to recognize the USB flash drive or fails to print the file after recognition,there may be compatibility problems.
Test different brands of printers:
If you have the conditions,you can insert the USB flash drive into different brands and models of printers for testing.Because different printers may have different compatibility with USB flash drives,by testing on multiple printers,you can get a more comprehensive understanding of the compatibility of USB flash drives.
Stability test:
Plug and unplug the USB flash drive several times and print it to see if it can be recognized and printed normally every time.If the USB flash drive is sometimes recognized and sometimes not,the connection between the USB flash drive and the printer may be unstable,or the USB flash drive itself has quality problems,which will also affect its compatibility with the printer.