Which ink/toner does the HP LaserJet Pro 400 M401dn use?
The HP LaserJet Pro 400 M401dn (laser, 2012) uses CF280X, CF280A.
Third-party cartridge risk: Low no firmware lockout is on record for this printer, so compatible and remanufactured cartridges should work.
The HP LaserJet Pro 400 M401dn uses two types of black toner cartridges: CF280X and CF280A. If you need to print a large number of pages, it may be more cost-effective to purchase the XL cartridge, which yields about 6900 pages, compared to the standard cartridge's yield of about 2700 pages. When buying replacement cartridges, consider purchasing from an authorized dealer or a third-party supplier for compatible options.
Compatible cartridges
| Cartridge | Color | Yield | Pages | OEM price | Cost/page | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CF280X | black | XL | 6900 | $170.00 | 2.5¢ | OEM · AmazonCompatible |
| CF280A | black | standard | 2700 | $95.00 | 3.5¢ | OEM · AmazonCompatible |
XL (high-yield) cartridges cost more upfront but lower the cost per page, which is better if you print a lot.
The HP LaserJet Pro 400 M401dn is not on our firmware-lockout list, so third-party toner should work. By list price its high-yield CF280X works out to about 2.5 cents per page, roughly 30% less than the 3.5 cents of the standard CF280A. If you print often the high-yield cartridge is the better value, and a well-reviewed compatible version lowers the cost further.
Frequently asked questions
Which toner does the HP LaserJet Pro 400 M401dn use?
The HP LaserJet Pro 400 M401dn uses CF280A and CF280X.
Does the HP LaserJet Pro 400 M401dn take XL cartridges?
Yes. Besides the standard cartridges it accepts CF280X. A high-yield XL holds more toner and costs less per page, which is worth it if you print often.
Will third-party toner work in the HP LaserJet Pro 400 M401dn, or will firmware block it?
The HP LaserJet Pro 400 M401dn is not on our firmware-lockout list, so compatible and remanufactured cartridges should work. Firmware can change with an update, so it is worth checking before buying a large supply.
How many pages do the HP LaserJet Pro 400 M401dn cartridges print?
Rated yields are the CF280A at about 2700 pages and the CF280X at about 6900 pages. Real-world yield depends on how much you print and how much toner each page uses.
What is the cheapest toner for the HP LaserJet Pro 400 M401dn?
By list price the lowest cost per page here is the CF280X at about 2.5 cents per page. A reliable compatible or remanufactured cartridge can lower that further.
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