CF279A black · standard
CF279A is a HP black standard cartridge rated at ~1000 pages (6.5¢/page at $65.00).
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The HP CF279A is a standard-yield black toner cartridge designed for use with certain printers. It can be used in the HP LaserJet Pro M12w and HP LaserJet Pro MFP M26nw models. When choosing between standard-yield and high-yield cartridges, consider that this standard-yield cartridge has a rated yield of about 1000 pages.
Printers that use CF279A
Frequently asked questions
Which printers use the CF279A?
2 printers in our database use the CF279A, including the HP LaserJet Pro M12w and HP LaserJet Pro MFP M26nw.
Is the CF279A a standard or high-yield cartridge?
The CF279A is a standard-yield cartridge. Where a range also offers a high-yield XL version, it costs more upfront but prints more pages for a lower cost per page.
How many pages does the CF279A print?
The CF279A is rated at about 1000 pages. Actual yield varies with how much of each page you print.
What does the CF279A cost per page?
At a list price of $65.00 and about 1000 pages, the CF279A works out to roughly 6.5 cents per page. A reliable compatible can cost noticeably less.
Are compatible or remanufactured versions of the CF279A safe to use?
Compatible and remanufactured cartridges are third-party alternatives to the CF279A that usually cost much less. Most work well, though quality varies by seller. If your printer can receive firmware updates that block non-OEM ink, check that printer's page first.
Guides worth reading before you buy
- HP LaserJet toner compatibility chart: which printer takes which CE, CF or W number
- Page yield explained: what ISO 24711 measures, and why you get fewer pages than the box says
- Does HP block third-party ink? Yes, and here is how Dynamic Security works
- HP cartridge not recognized: how to fix it, and how to tell it apart from a firmware block
- HP Instant Ink: how it works, is it worth it, and what happens when you cancel
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