If you need fast 4-inch thermal printers that are easy to use, easy to deploy and easy to manage, then choose the ZD420. Building on the legacy of the industry-leading GK Series printers, the ZD420 Series printers deliver features and functionality that take deployment and management simplicity to a new level. The ZD420’s faster, higher-quality printing keeps your business moving, along with application flexibility and a low total cost of ownership (TCO).

In addition to the innovative ribbon cartridge, on-site upgrades and just about every modern wired and wireless connectivity option, the ZD420 also comes with Link-OS. This unique software platform greatly reduces time spent integrating, managing and troubleshooting all of your printers — making your thermal printers more cost-effective than ever.

GROUNDBREAKING EASE OF USE
The ZD420 thermal printers are the only thermal printers to offer both a standard ribbon and a ribbon cartridge model for fool-proof and split-second installation. The ZD420 also lets you know when the ribbon needs replacing. And, five intuitive status icons allow your workers to see, at a glance, what is needed to keep your printer up, running and available.

ADD NEW OPTIONS EASILY WHILE ON SITE
If you need new communication or media handling options in the future, no problem. Add serial or Ethernet connectivity, plus a peeler or a cutter, right on site — without taking the ZD420 thermal printers out of service. The result? Maximum functionality, uptime, value and return on investment.

EASY PRINTER MANAGEMENT
ZD420 printers run Link-OS and are supported by our powerful Print DNA suite which includes simplified remote management tools that make it simple to deploy large fleets of printers across multiple locations so you can now maintain, secure and troubleshoot printers from anywhere, at anytime – freeing up operations to focus on work, rather than printers.

The ZD420 leads its printer class in deployment and management simplicity, ease-of-use, application flexibility and total cost of ownership (TCO). The next generation in Zebra’s advanced desktop line, the ZD420 replaces Zebra’s popular GK420 Series. You get an easy to use clamshell design and an intuitive interface. Field-installable connectivity and media handling options allow you to purchase what you need today, yet easily add new features on site to meet tomorrow’s needs. Link-OS® supports our powerful Print DNA suite of applications, utilities and developer tools that deliver a superior printing experience through better performance, simplified remote manageability and easier integration. Available in direct thermal and thermal transfer and healthcare-specific models, the ZD420 is ideal for a wide range of applications. The ZD420 — when ease of use, flexibility and management simplicity matter.

New at-a-glance five LED icons take the guesswork out of printer status
A three-button user interface with five LED status icons replaces the typical single button/single light interface common in desktop printers. There’s no guesswork involved — users can instantly see what’s needed to keep printers up and running, from replenishing media to resolving printer issues.

Backwards compatibility with virtually any existing printer
With the ZD420, whether you are currently using a Zebra or competitive printer, you’ll be able to use the same label formats and applications you’re using today. The ZD420 supports both EPL and ZPL printer
languages. And with on printer Virtual Devices, part of Zebra’s Print DNA suite of tools and utilities, the ZD420 can use languages normally associated with other printer brands.

Multiple connectivity options
With multiple connection options, you can connect the ZD420 to your existing wired and wireless networks, or directly to any PC. The ZD420 comes standard with USB and USB Host. You can also choose optional Ethernet or serial and a dual wireless radio that offers the very latest wireless options, Wi-Fi 802.11ac and MFi certified Bluetooth 4.1, which enables printing from any iOS device. And using the included Print Touch tag (NFC), users can simply tap a compatible mobile device on the ZD420 to pair and print — as well as instantly access Zebra’s extensive knowledge base of how-to videos.

Optional battery for cordless operation
With the removable desktop battery power option, you can easily transport the ZD420 printer on a cart to enable on-the-spot printing to reduce steps, increase productivity and improve task accuracy. The
battery housing mounts securely to the printer base and connecting the battery is as simple as snapping the battery into the housing. And the high-capacity battery can power it all for a full shift — the printer at maximum print speed, along with a peeler, cutter and keyboard.

Sharp 300 dpi printing
With 300 dpi printing, you can support more applications. The high image quality enables printing of small 2D labels or labels that require graphics, such as a logo or icon. And if you don’t need 300 dpi printing today, you can easily change in the field using an accessory kit as your application needs evolve.

Movable sensor for comprehensive media compatibility
While Zebra Certified Printer Supplies provide optimal printer performance, the ZD420’s movable media sensor lets you use virtually any media from any manufacturer, giving you the flexibility to utilize
supplies you may have on hand or continue to utilize any existing supplies provider.

Easily manage all your printers — all from a single location
The ZD420 supports Zebra Link-OS, a one-of-a-kind enterpriseprinter operating system that makes it easier than ever to manage and troubleshoot your networked printers from one remote location. With
optional Printer Profile Manager Enterprise, you can manage one printer, a group of specific printers or all printers anywhere in the world. Instantly discover every ZD420 printer on your network — there’s no need to walk through the facility to locate, configure or troubleshoot printers. And an intuitive browser-based interface lets you see printer status at a glance, complete with information that allows you to quickly triage printer issues to prevent or minimize downtime.

Seamless integration with your device management system
With our MDM Connectors, you can easily integrate networked ZD420 printers into your AirWatch or SOTI MobiControl device management system.

Easily configure non-networked printers
The USB Host port makes it easy to connect to all your external devices, including keyboards and scanners, and can also be utilized to upgrade printer firmware automatically and set up new printer configurations.

Maximize uptime with Zebra Visibility Services
If you’re still tracking your printers manually, then you are likely missing out on information that could save you money. With Zebra, you can choose powerful visibility service options that deliver critical insight into the information you need to prevent printer downtime. Our Asset Visibility Service (AVS) provides the basic health information and proactive steps required to keep your ZD420 printers up and running — all for just pennies a day. The full-featured Operational Visibility Service
(OVS) allows you to monitor just about any aspect of your Zebra printer, as well service and repair status. See the current status and disposition of all of your printers, printers at a specific site, specific printer models or a specific printer — and much more.

Zebra Print DNA — transforming printers from the inside
Print DNA is the genetic code that injects business-catalytic capabilities into our Link-OS printers through its unique combination of innovative applications, utilities and developer tools. The result is a superior printing experience through better performance, simplified remote manageability and easier integration. And it is easy to configure your printers to use secure connections, block unwanted access and ensure your data and infrastructure are protected.

Add new features right on site for superior future-proofing
If you need new communication or media handling options in the future, no problem — the printer you buy today can support tomorrow’s needs. The modular, field upgradable design allows you to add serial or Ethernet connectivity, 300 dpi support, plus a peeler or a cutter, right on site — no need to send the ZD420 to a service depot.

Lower your costs with a high capacity ribbon
Intelligent dual-ribbon handling allows the ZD420t to accept either 74 m/244 ft. or high capacity 300 m/984 ft. ribbons. The 300 m ribbon reduces ribbon changes by 75 percent for fewer workflow disruptions. And since the high capacity ribbon costs less per meter than the standard ribbon, you’ll also save on the cost of supplies.

Easy to clean and sanitize healthcare model
The ZD420 is available in a healthcare model with disinfectant-ready, UV-resistant plastics and a sealed button interface that makes it easy to clean and disinfect. It also comes with a healthcare compliant power supply and an optional locking media cabinet to block unauthorized access to high value media like blank prescription forms.

Tidier and safer installations
When you choose the optional power supply accessory, the power supply and all but one power cord are hidden from view, improving aesthetics as well as worker and customer safety.

Consistently exceptional Zebra Certified Supplies
Printing supplies can impact everything from printhead lifespan to operational efficiency. That’s why we design, produce and rigorously pretest our own line of thermal printing supplies to ensure consistent, optimized performance in your Zebra printer — and peace of mind for you. For industry-leading quality, service and thermal printing expertise, choose Zebra Certified Supplies.