Managing the print cartridge

This section provides information about HP print cartridges, how to store them, how to identify genuine ones, and their life expectancy. Information also appears about non-HP print cartridges.

HP print cartridges

When you use a genuine new HP print cartridge, part number Q1338A (12,000-page cartridge for the HP LaserJet 4200 series) or Q1339A (18,000-page cartridge for the HP LaserJet 4300 series), you can obtain several types of information, such as the following:

amount of toner remaining

estimated number of pages remaining

number of pages printed

Non-HP print cartridges

Hewlett-Packard Company cannot recommend use of non-HP print cartridges, either new or remanufactured. Because they are not HP products, HP cannot influence their design or control their quality. Service or repair required as a result of using a non-HP print cartridge will not be covered under the printer warranty.

If you use a non-HP print cartridge, the printer is unable to report the levels of the supplies for the printer, calculation of the number of pages remaining, and cartridge-usage information.

If the non-HP print cartridge was sold to you as a genuine HP product, please call the HP fraud hotline. (See “Contacting the HP fraud hotline” on page 145.)

Print-cartridge authentication

The printer will let you know that a print cartridge is not a genuine HP print cartridge when you insert it into the printer.

If the printer control panel message states that this is not a genuine HP print cartridge and you believe you purchased an HP print cartridge, call the HP fraud hotline. See “Contacting the HP fraud hotline” on page 145.

Print-cartridge storage

Do not remove the print cartridge from its package until you are ready to use it. The shelf life of a print cartridge in an unopened package is approximately 2.5 years.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the print cartridge, do not expose it to light for more than a few minutes.

Print-cartridge life expectancy

The life of the print cartridge depends on the amount of toner that print jobs require and the length of life for the components inside the cartridge. When printing text at 5 percent coverage (typical for a business letter), an HP print cartridge lasts an average of 12,000 pages

(HP LaserJet 4200 series) or 18,000 pages (HP LaserJet 4300 series). This assumes that toner density is set to 3 and EconoMode is off. (These are the default settings. For details about these settings, see the description of ECONOMODE and TONER DENSITY in “Print Quality submenu” on page 159.)

At any time, you can verify life expectancy by checking the supply level, as described in “Checking the supply level” on page 81.

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4300dtn, 4200tn, 4200n, 4200dtnsl, 4200dtn specifications

The HP 4300 series and 4200 series printers are workhorses designed for busy office environments, providing reliable printing solutions with advanced features geared towards enhancing productivity. Both series are known for their speed, quality, and efficiency, making them ideal for high-volume printing tasks.

The HP 4300dtns model stands out with its ability to handle complex print jobs with ease. It offers fast print speeds up to 50 pages per minute (ppm) and a first page out time as fast as 8.5 seconds. This printer supports a variety of media sizes and types, including letter, legal, and executive sizes, which increases its versatility in printing solutions. It comes with an impressive standard paper capacity of 600 sheets, expandable to 1,600 sheets with additional trays.

On the other hand, the HP 4200 series, which includes models such as the 4200dtn, 4200dtnl, and 4200n, is equally impressive and caters to different levels of office printing needs. The 4200dtn features a duplexing capability, allowing for automatic double-sided printing, which not only saves paper but also reduces costs. The print speed across the 4200 series is similar, reaching up to 45 ppm, and these printers are designed to provide consistent and professional-quality prints.

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In terms of connectivity, both series support USB, parallel, and Ethernet interfaces, enabling seamless integration into networked environments. They are also compatible with HP's Universal Print Driver, allowing for simplified printer management across multiple devices.

Durability is a key characteristic of these printers, built to handle the rigors of daily office use. HP's comprehensive security features help protect sensitive documents and safeguard the printer from unauthorized access.

In summary, the HP 4300dtns, 4200dtns, 4200dtn, 4200dtnsl, and 4200n printers provide high-performance printing solutions designed for efficiency, reliability, and quality, making them excellent choices for any business looking to enhance their document workflow.

HP 4300dtns, 4200n, 4200dtnsl, 4200tn manual Managing the print cartridge

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