Product ReviewsHP ScanJet 5550c Flatbed Scanner

Great quality - low price - perfect for small business

The HP Scanjet 5550c is the perfect small business scanner. In my practice, I have intake paperwork ranging from 3-9 pages. With the ADF (automatic document feeder), you can scan your information - save it to pdf files (with the included software), and voila' - a virtually paperless office.
It is also a flatbed scanner, with a variety of options and scanning quality settings.
Is it the newest? No! Is it high speed? I'd consider it a medium speed scanner for scanning straight to disk. But for higher quality scans - it's the same as most low-priced flat-beds.
I purchased mine on ebay from a reputable seller - and it cost me under $60 for everything. For the convenience of not sorting through 600+ files - it's a blessing.
The ADF can jam easily, and the scanner (to my knowledge) doesn't do duplex scanning.
Also, I'm not quite sure - but it would be nice to merge pdf's when you have to scan additional pages.
But for the money - it's a great little scanner!
Just make sure (when buying used) that it includes software, ac adapter, etc.Read full review...

Make sure it has a power supply!

I would love to use this thing but it doesn't have a power supply. I know HP makes great devices. I use HP printers almost exclusively and my review is more about reading and understanding what it is you are buying. This one didn't come with a power supply so I'm trying to find one. I bought one and the ad reads like this: "AC Power Adapter Supply 4 HP ScanJet 5500cxi 5530 5550C". But you know what? The voltage is right, the amperes are more than enough infact 2/3 again as much, but the plug doesn't fit. I bought the scanner to speed my photo scanning project, and hope to use it someday when I can get the right power supply. I may give the seller of the power supply a negative if they can't get back to me fast! Good bye and God speed! DougRead full review...

EXCELLENT BASIC SCANNER WITH DOCUMENT FEEDER.

I purchased this scanner because of its' low cost,smaller size and ease of use. Although the specs do not include Windows 7, it does work with 7 by simply "plug and play" using the WIA Scanner Drivers within Windows 7. The unit will work will all Windows including xp, vista and now 7. I needed the small size as I use in a small area where I manage my home based business. I also use if I want to quickly scan a few photos to post to Facebook which is so convenient. My scans are always top notch. I also use the scanner to fax using a fax program on my laptop, the ADF comes in very handy for faxes with multiple pages. I highly recommend this unit for those who need a smaller unit of good quality and those who find a document feeder a necessity.Read full review...

good flatbed scanner with photo slide copying capability

After downloading the user manual and software from the HP website, the product worked well. Did what I expected. It is a good flatbed scanner with the hardware to scan in images from photo slides.

very nice

pretty simple to setup and use and straight forward.

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: jamesrickman_jr

Wrks well although well used

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: remachines

as ordered

so far it is what I needed.

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: new | Sold by: dadd2014

Scanner

Well maintained equipment. Everything was provided and it works wonderfully. It was easy to pick up as well, with my name on it ready to go.

It Works!

What I like is that it works and cost $49.99!!! I have to write one hundred characters? WHY? I like the scanner what else do you want me to say?????????

Good product - especially for the price.

Plugs in and does what it's supposed to do right out of the box. Easy scanner to configure, set up, and operate.