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Gray boxy receipt printer with front paper slot and auto-cutter

Star Micronics

Star Micronics SP742ME Ethernet Impact Receipt Printer Gray

SKU CH-K5Z6-73DY7

Ethernet impact receipt printer with auto-cutter, internal power supply and 13 receipts per minute speed

  • Prints 13 receipts per minute for fast kitchen throughput
  • Ethernet LAN connection simplifies network setup and integration
  • Built to withstand heat and humidity in kitchen environments
  • Drop-in clamshell design enables quick and easy paper loading
  • Internal power supply and compact footprint save counter space

Kitchen Impact Receipt Printer

The Star Micronics SP742ME is an Ethernet impact receipt printer built for kitchen environments where heat and humidity can erode printed type. It delivers a throughput of 13 receipts per minute and uses a two-color print mechanism for crisp, easy-to-read output. A clamshell drop-in design makes paper loading fast, while an internal power supply keeps the counter footprint small.

Restaurants needing durable two-color tickets

This printer suits restaurants and food-service operations that require reliable, heat-resistant impact printing with Ethernet connectivity and an auto-cutter. It is not for buyers who want thermal printing silence, color graphics beyond two colors, or wireless and mobile connectivity options. Businesses needing higher-volume output or portable battery operation should look at different hardware classes.

Clamshell loading with driver utilities

Installation is straightforward thanks to the drop-in paper mechanism and an included setup CD that provides an Ethernet connection utility, virtual serial port driver, and memory configuration tools. WHQL-certified drivers support JavaPOS, Linux, macOS, and OPOS environments. Common issues involve configuring the virtual serial port correctly and matching the two-color ribbon to the intended ticket layout.

Highlights

  • Prints 13 receipts per minute for fast kitchen throughput
  • Ethernet LAN connection simplifies network setup and integration
  • Built to withstand heat and humidity in kitchen environments
  • Drop-in clamshell design enables quick and easy paper loading
  • Internal power supply and compact footprint save counter space

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

What type of network connection does the SP742ME need for the Ethernet setup utility to work?

The SP742ME requires a wired Ethernet (LAN) connection for the included setup utility to configure the printer on the network.

Will the SP742ME two-color output remain legible if I keep using it in a hot, humid kitchen alongside older thermal printers?

Yes, the SP742ME uses impact printing designed for heat and humidity, so kitchen orders stay crisp where thermal print would fade.

How can I confirm the SP742ME is printing at the rated 13 receipts per minute after I install it?

Print a test receipt from the driver or the CD utilities and time a batch; the throughput should reach 13 receipts per minute under normal use.

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