Introduction

How to Choose the Best HID® FARGO® ID Card Printer for Your Organization

There are countless considerations when choosing the right ID card printing solution for your organization. FARGO® has a vast line of ID card printers to meet all of your criteria including cost, production quality and quantity, and security. And J. O’Brien has a team of experts with the knowledge and experience to assist you in making those choices every step of the way, from printer selection to support to service and everything in between. Combine the power of FARGO® with the know-how of J. O’Brien to ensure a high quality and efficient ID card solution.  

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An Overview of HID® FARGO® ID Card Printer Systems

ID Card Printing Solutions for Every Organization

Why Choose an HID® FARGO® ID Card Printer?

There are many factors to consider when choosing the right ID card printer. HID Global’s FARGO® printers give you countless options that allow you to select the most efficient, economic, and secure ID card printer to meet your organization’s needs.

HID® FARGO® Printers can meet all your ID Card requirements with a wide range of features and functions.

FARGO® solutions are designed and built inside IS0:9001-certified facilities and backed by global product warranties, ongoing printer health monitoring, and superb technical support. Additionally, HID® FARGO® HDP printers easily integrate with other products within the HID® family of products, allowing you to utilize your existing HID® technology investments.  

One Size Does NOT Fit All.

FARGO® offers many different series and models of ID card printers that vary in capabilities and features. It is important to consider operational efficiency and select a printer that will match your volume and production demands to get the most from your printer life. Choosing the correct printer—suited for your production demand—is key when it comes to printer supplies and how frequently you will need to replace them.

Overview of Fargo® ID Card Printer Systems

HID® FARGO® Printers can meet all your ID Card requirements with a wide range of features and functions.

Fargo ID Card Printer Systems Printing ID Cards

With tens of thousands of FARGO HDP printer systems already installed worldwide, HID Global provides the broadest portfolio of trusted, fully interoperable and secure printing and encoding solutions today.

FARGO® ID Card Printers - HDP Series

The Many Advantages of HDP ID Card Printers from FARGO®

FARGO® HDP® ID card printers give you versatility, security, and durability. With features like add-on dual-sided printing, and encoding and lamination modules, these flexibly architected systems let you expand or reduce production instantly.

FARGO® HDP® printers produce highly secure contact and contactless smart cards.

The design and security options plus versatility that accompany HDP printers make them an excellent ID card printing solution.

Fargo ID Card Printers HDP Series

FARGO® brings you its HDP series; high-definition printing with vibrant colors, crisp text and images, all wrapped in a durable and secure card.

FARGO® ID Card Printers - DTC Series

The Versatile Fargo® Direct-to-Card (DTC) Printer Line

HID® Global provides the broadest portfolio of trusted, fully interoperable and secure printing and encoding solutions today. HID® Global’s FARGO® ID card printers offer a wide range of secure issuance products including everything from plug-and-play, entry-level printers to the industry’s most sophisticated printing and encoding solutions.  

Organizations can achieve the highest levels of identity security by utilizing these products.

FARGO® DTC printer systems are used worldwide, and HID® Global’s FARGO® solutions are fully interoperable with other products within the HID network, thus providing you with the flexibility and versatility to create unique, secure smart cards for a variety of uses and industries.

Fargo ID Card Printers DTC Series

HID® Global FARGO® Direct-to-Card (DTC) printers are easy-to-use, reliable, and more affordable than ever, and are a versatile and cost-effective ID card printer solution.

FARGO® ID Card Presentation and Durability

The Look of your ID Cards depend on your Printer’s Capabilities

What To Take Into Account When Selecting an ID Card Printer

In addition to print volume, consumables, and cost, perhaps some of the most important considerations are how your ID cards will look and how long they need to last. HID Global® FARGO® ID card printers feature a variety of options to ensure your cards present a professional quality design with sharp text and images plus added durability for extended card life.

We offer ID card printers with the capabilities to enhance presentation and durability.

Key Considerations:

  • Number of Cards
  • Industry
  • Card Security
  • Card Appearance
  • Type of Card
  • Durability
Fargo ID Card Printer Presentation

Visitor management, government, education, healthcare, small business, transit, retail, membership, corporate– we can create a card that's right for your industry.

Fargo ID Card Printer Capabilties

FARGO® ID Card Printers are available in two different technologies: High-Definition Printing (HDP) or Direct-to-Card (DTC).

FARGO® Smart ID Card Solutions and Security

Adding Function and Security to ID Cards with HID Global® FARGO® Printers

ID Card Printer Capabilities that Add Function and Security

Now you can easily make your organization’s ID cards more functional as well as more secure — with your ID card printer! FARGO® printers from HID® Global allow you to personalize and encode ID cards with the same device, during the same issuance process.

FARGO® visual security elements allow you to print ID cards uniquely tailored to meet the security requirements of your organization.

Create, encode, and manage your smart cards from start to finish, plus add visual security elements to make forgery or tampering nearly impossible.

Fargo ID Card Printers Visual Security

Holographic overlays and engraved identifying data or images make ID card forgery and manipulation virtually impossible.

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FARGO® ID Card Printers are a Beautiful Blend of Feature and Function

There are many things to take into account when selecting an ID card printer including print volume, consumables, industry, and cost. Another important consideration is how your ID cards will look and the level of security they will require. HID Global® FARGO ID card printers feature a variety of options to ensure your cards present a professional quality with sharp text and images plus added durability for extended card life.

J. O’Brien offers versatile solutions to create unique, secure smart cards for a variety of uses and industries.

In addition, visual security elements such as encoding, watermarks, holographic overlaminates, and even laser engraving features can be added to increase the functionality and security of your ID cards, making them extremely resistant to tampering and forgery.

FARGO ID Card Printers J. O'Brien Your Dealer

HID Global® FARGO® ID card printers feature a variety of options to ensure your cards present a professional quality design with sharp text and images plus added durability for extended card life.

Government ID Card Solutions from FARGO®

FARGO® ID Card Printers are the Smart Choice for Government Agencies

Government organizations around the world are utilizing the power of card-based identity applications to help simplify operations, improve efficiency, and enhance security. 

HID® FARGO® printers provide flexible, affordable, and secure Government ID solutions.
Government ID Solutions Fargo ID Card Printer

HID® Global FARGO® ID printers are designed for ease of use, flexible operation and maximum value in every type of Government ID application.

FARGO® ID Card Printer Consumables

High-Performance Consumables and Visual Security Solutions

Ensure optimum performance of your HID FARGO DTC and HDP printers with precision-engineered ribbons, films, and overlaminates for secure and professional looking ID cards and badges.

HID® FARGO® Consumables Visual Security Solutions® provide effective solutions to combat ID card forgeries.

Whether you have a DTC or HDP printer, HID® FARGO® consumables provide the tools you need to print quality ID cards efficiently.

Fargo ID Card Printer Ribbons, Cards and Consumables

We offer FARGO® ribbons, films, overlaminates and more for secure and professional looking ID cards.

Why Choose J. O'Brien for your FARGO® Printer Purchase?

J. O’Brien’s Premium Support Plan Has You Covered

When you upgrade to J. O'Brien's Premium Service Plan, printer repair issues become a thing of the past. Whether you need equipment or software support, your dedicated J. O’Brien representative will be there to help you find a solution to have you back on track.

At J. O’Brien, our goal is to fit into your environment as a partner in order to ensure that you have the technology and tools you need, but also the know-how to use them. It doesn’t do to simply sell you products and wish you luck. We know that customers need more from vendors, and that is what sets us apart; we offer not only top-notch technical solutions, but integration and superior support as well.

With premium service, you have a dedicated representative who knows your account well and has access to detailed records of your equipment and software which helps us to assist you. When you call in with an issue, we document the problem and generate a case number. Our staff will remote into your system and attempt to troubleshoot the issue as well as facilitate your warranty claim with the proper manufacturer if that is relevant.

FARGO id card printer choose j. o'brien Phone Support

Our most cost-effective service option at J. O’Brien is our premium service plan paid yearly which gives you access to unlimited phone and remote support.

FARGO id card printer choose j. o'brien Service Rates

J. O'Brien Service Rates – Standard vs. Premium. Click the image to view larger.

FARGO id card printer choose j. o'brien Support Process

The J. O'Brien Technical Support Process offers help to those with or without our Premium Service. Call our Support Team today! Click the image to view larger.

FARGO® Printer Tips and Support Materials

Featuring FAQs, User Guides, Videos, Reviews and More!

HID Global® FARGO® printers have a multitude of features, capabilities, and components to achieve your ID card needs. With so many different FARGO® DTC and HDP printers, it is likely that at some point you may have questions about specific models and their accessories.

J. O'Brien is your HID® Advantage Platinum Partner.

Let us help you get the most out of your printer with our library of articles, videos and links full of helpful tips and information that will allow you to obtain the highest level of functionality from your printer. Check out resources like user guides, printer reviews, printer demonstration videos, ID card printer specs and comparison charts, and frequently asked questions. In addition, you will find supplies such as ID card printer ribbons and ink, and ID card printer cleaning supplies.

If you are unable to find what you are looking for in our Helpful Tips and Videos guide, or require additional guidance or technical support, please contact your J. O’Brien licensed repair technician today.

Fargo ID Card DTC Printers

Explore the FARGO® DTC line of ID card printers including user guides, product demonstration videos and more.

Fargo ID Card HDP Printers

Our library features data sheets, user guides, FAQs and more about FARGO® HDP Printers.