The powerful architecture, new and intuitive user interface, and wireless kit that can be upgraded in the field are just a few of the advanced features that set the Zebra ZD421 desktop printer apart. To further simplify daily operations, it features updated media handling designs and a new media guide. Both direct thermal and thermal transfer models of the 4-inch Zebra ZD421 printer are offered.
Elevate your expectations:
The advanced desktopprinter that delivers the features, flexibility, reliability and security youneed You need a reliable printer that delivers quality performance, now and foryears to come. It needs to offer key features, and be easy to setup, operate,manage and maintain–onsite or remotely. It needs to be secure, whether it isintegrated onto your network or not, to prevent downtime and costlycyberattacks. You need it. Zebra delivers it, for more than 50 years. We designour printers to match your workflows, ensuring they are hassle-free and readyto work. Day in and day out. We’re always innovating to deliver the best tohelp you advance your business and be ready for what’s next. Building on thelegacy of Zebra’s popular GK Series, ZD421 printers add even more capabilitiesand security measures to set you up for years of use.
It’s Time to Advance Migrate from G to Z:
The ZD421 builds on the legacy of Zebra’s GK Seriesprinters, offering you the functions and capabilities of its predecessor – andmuch more. The next-generation ZD421 leverages this heritage to deliveradvanced features for a new era of intelligence and forward flexibility.
Simple to Use Intuitive and Powerful Operation:
The ZD421 offers new, advanced features that make it standapart. It includes a new, more intuitive user interface, powerful architectureand field-upgradeable wireless kit. It also has new media guide and mediahandling designs that make daily operation even easier.
Multiple Models to Match Your Needs:
Available in directthermal, thermal transfer, healthcare and ribbon cartridge models, the ZD421meets a wide variety of application requirements. Ready for Now and What’s NextGet Years of Printing Performance The ZD421 is designed to handle advancingtechnology. Featuring an innovative architecture, it’s engineered to powerfuture printing. In comparison, it’s 30% more powerful than the ZD420 Seriesand 700% more than the GK Series. This lets you run more tasks, perform moreoperations simultaneously, maintain security and be ready for what’s next
Backwards Compatible with Virtually Any ExistingPrinter:
Deploy your ZD421 into your existing printer fleet withconfidence. Use the same label formats and applications you’re using today. Itsupports both EPL and ZPL printer languages, and can emulate languages normallyassociated with other printer brands using Zebra’s Print DNA tool, VirtualDevices.
Connect it Your Way:
Integrate your ZD421 onto your existing wired and wirelessnetworks, or connect it directly to any PC. Every ZD421 comes standard with USBand USB Host, and offers optional Ethernet, Serial and dual wireless radio withfast 802.11ac Wi-Fi™ and Bluetooth® 4.1. Print from any Windows®, Android™ oriOS® device. Get your ZD421 up and running with Zebra’s printer setup mobileapp using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE). Use the included Print Touch tag (NFC) tosimply tap to pair and print.
Operate with Ease and See Status At-A-Glance:
Take the guesswork out of printer status with the ZD421’sfive LED icons to instantly see what’s needed to keep your printers up andrunning, from replenishing media to resolving printer issues. The advancedthree-button user interface replaces the typical single button/single-lightinterface common in desktop printers to offer added functionality and control.And, color-coded touch points guide you through media-handling tasks for speedymedia changes.
Groundbreaking Cartridge for Instant Ribbon Changes:
The ZD421 is the only thermal printer to offer a ribboncartridge that takes just a few seconds to load with fool-proof, one-way,first-time and every-time instant loading. The smart chip in the ribbon letsyou know when the ribbon needs replacing.
Turn Your ZD421 Into a Portable Printer:
Easily transport your ZD421 printer on a cart or withZebra’s optional carrying case1 , using the battery option. Print on the spotto reduce steps and increase productivity. Power through a full shift with thehigh-capacity battery.
Movable Sensor for Comprehensive Media Compatibility:
The ZD421’s movable media sensor lets you use virtually anymedia for greater flexibility across a variety of use cases.
Print Securely and Confidently, Without Hassles:
Print DNA suite of software, powered by our Link-OS®operating system, will get your printer up and running quickly and securely.Print consistently, and uninterrupted with a solution that’s fully integratedand interoperable, and will enable your printer to evolve with your businessneeds.
Update, Troubleshoot and Monitor–All From a SingleLocation:
With Zebra’s Printer Profile Manager Enterprise, part ofPrint DNA, you have the ability to easily manage, secure and troubleshoot yournetworked printers from one remote location. Manage one printer, a group ofspecific printers or all printers anywhere in the world.
Unparalleled, Peace-of-Mind Printer Security:
Shield yourself from cyberattacks with Zebra’s PrintSecure,part of Print DNA. Easily configure your printers via secure connections,identify vulnerabilities, block unauthorized access and more.
Zebra’s Thermal Printers with Print DNA Make MPS Easy
Looking to gain control and visibility of your printerfleets with MPS? With the Print DNA software toolset, your Zebra MPS providercan remotely manage and optimize your printers, track and automate suppliesreplenishment and ensure security.
Zebra Certified Supplies:
Printing supplies provide a digital voice for assets acrossyour supply chain. You rely on them to disseminate critical data throughoutyour organization. If something goes wrong with your printing supplies,operations are interrupted, productivity suffers and costs rise. That’s why wedesign, produce and rigorously pretest our own line of labels, tags and receiptpaper to ensure consistent, optimized performance in your Zebra printer. Forindustry-leading quality, service and expertise, choose Zebra CertifiedSupplies.
Backed by Zebra’s Worldwide Service and Support:
Access repair support services anywhere around the globethrough Zebra and its trusted network of more than 10,000 partners. ZebraOneCare™ provides enhanced coverage that exceeds standard warranty. Getincreased protection with the ZD421’s standard two year warranty.
Specifications Markets and Applications:
Retail • Shelf labels • Price markdowns • Return tags •Asset and inventory labels • Food information labels • Receipts • Pharmacylabels Healthcare • Lab and specimen labels • Prescription labels • Patient IDwristbands • Blood and IV bag labels • Patient record labels • Asset labelsTransportation and Logistics • Shipping and receiving labels • Packing slips •Asset labels Light Manufacturing • Agency labels • Product labels • Appareltags • Work-in-Process (WIP) • Inventory labels • Shipping labels Government •Asset labels • Record labels Services/Hospitality • Service reminder labels •Ticketing
