Zebra ZD421t 4" Desktop Thermal Transfer Label Printer, 300 dpi, Ethernet/USB/Bluetooth
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Zebra ZD4A043-30PE00EZ ZD421t 4" Desktop Thermal Transfer Label Printer, 300 dpi, Ethernet
Sharp 300 dpi output
Crisp small text, logos and 2D codes for healthcare specimen, electronics and compliance labels.
Network ready
Built-in 10/100 Ethernet plus USB, USB Host and Bluetooth for shared office and warehouse printing.
Simple to run
Five-icon status display, OpenACCESS media loading and Link-OS for easy setup and remote management.
Grows with you
Field-installable Wi-Fi, serial, cutter, peeler and battery options.
Zebra ZD421 300 dpi Datasheet — Technical Specifications
General
| Product Name | Zebra ZD421t 4" Desktop Thermal Transfer Printer, 300 dpi |
| Part Number | ZD4A043-30PE00EZ |
| Series | Zebra ZD400 Series |
| Print Method | Thermal transfer (ribbon roll) and direct thermal |
| Power Cords | EU, UK, AUS, JP |
| Weight | 2.05 kg |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 2 years (Zebra standard; varies by region) |
Printing
| Resolution | 300 dpi (12 dots/mm) |
| Maximum Print Width | 106 mm (4.16") |
| Maximum Print Speed | 102 mm/s (4 ips) |
| Label Length | 6.35 mm to 991 mm |
| Memory | 512 MB Flash; 256 MB SDRAM |
| Real Time Clock | Yes |
| Programming Languages | ZPL II, EPL 2, XML, ZBI, PDF Direct; Link-OS |
Media & Ribbon
| Media Width | 15 mm to 112 mm |
| Maximum Roll Size | 127 mm O.D. |
| Media Thickness | 0.08 mm to 0.19 mm |
| Ribbon | 300 m or 74 m; 33.8 to 109.2 mm wide |
Environmental & Power
| Operating Temperature | 4.4°C to 41°C |
| Electrical | Auto-detectable 100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz; ENERGY STAR certified |
Compatibility & Connectivity
Interfaces on this Model
10/100 Ethernet, USB 2.0, USB Host and Bluetooth.
Field Upgrades
Dual-band Wi-Fi with Bluetooth, serial RS-232, dispenser/peeler, cutter and battery base.
Software
ZebraDesigner Essentials, Windows drivers, Zebra Printer Setup Utilities and Zebra DNA tools.
Package Contents & Zebra ZD421 Ordering Information
In the Box
Printer, empty ribbon take-up cores, two 300 m ribbon core adapters, AC power supply, power cords, USB cable, Quick Start Guide and Regulatory Guide.
Zebra ZD421 Models at SourceIT
| Model | Key feature |
| ZD4A042-30PE00EZ | ZD421t, 203 dpi, USB/USB Host/Bluetooth |
| ZD4A042-30PX02EZ | ZD421t, 203 dpi, Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 5.3, NFC |
| ZD4A043-30PE00EZ (this listing) | ZD421t, 300 dpi, Ethernet/USB/Bluetooth |
| ZD4A042-C0PM00EZ | ZD421c ribbon cartridge, 203 dpi |
Datasheet & Downloads
| Zebra product page | ZD421 on zebra.com |
| Specification sheet | ZD400 Series spec sheet |
Frequently Asked Questions — Zebra ZD421 300 dpi
When do I need 300 dpi?
For labels with small fonts, small barcodes or detailed logos. For standard 4x6 shipping labels, 203 dpi is enough.
Can several PCs share it?
Yes. With built-in Ethernet it can be shared on your office network.
What warranty do I get?
Zebra warrants the ZD400 Series for a minimum of 2 years (varies by region).
