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 Formats/Compatibility (0)
The HP Photosmart C5180 is not PictBridge-compatible and can only perform direct printing via media cards (see below). The printer does not even have a USB connection for HP's own cameras. This is a big shortcoming for an all-in-one photo printer, especiallyconsidering that all of the competition has this option.
Media Slots (6.00)
On the C5180’s front right side are four open slots for memory cards from digital cameras, cell phones, and other media devices. The open nature of these slots means that dust can creep in over time, which could be problematic a few years down the road. If there are toddlers in the house, these slots will be vulnerable to paper wads and whatever else they can squeeze in. The top left slot accepts CompactFlash types I and II and IBM Microdrive media. The slot on the right is for Secure Digital and MultiMediaCard memory, the most popular format for digital cameras. Mini-SD cards are also compatible, but require a separate adapter that will need to be purchased by users. Below these two slots are two more: xD-Picture cards fit into the hole on the left and Memory Sticks fit in the right. Memory Stick Duo media will only fit if an optional adapter is obtained. The printer can read JPEG, TIF, AVI, MOV, and MPG files from the memory cards; RAW images aren’t an option on the C5180 printer.
Wireless interface (3.00)
No wireless connections are standard with the Photosmart C5180. HP provides a Wireless Printing Upgrade Kit on their website for $99.99.
Network (8.00)
Wired or wireless ethernet networking is possible through the ethernet port in the rear of the printer. The installation CD provides users with separate instructions for network setup.
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