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    We expect this model to perform similarly to the tested HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdw although it may differ in price and features.

    Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn
    A color laser all-in-one printer from HP with scan and copy functions, an automatic document feeder, built-in faxing, and Ethernet networking. Works with Windows 10, Windows 11, macOS. The toner is stored in four cartridges.
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    A color laser all-in-one printer from HP with scan and copy functions, an automatic document feeder, built-in faxing, and Ethernet networking. Works with Windows 10, Windows 11, macOS. The toner is stored in four cartridges.

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    How did it perform in our owner surveys and expert lab testing?

    What goes into the Overall Score?

    Ratings

    OWNER SURVEYS

    Predicted Reliability
     /  5
    Owner Satisfaction
     /  5

    EXPERT LAB TESTS

    Text quality
     /  5
    Text speed
     /  5
    Graphics quality
     /  5
    Photo quality
     /  5
    Maintenance ink use
     /  5
    Scan quality
     /  5
    Versatility
     /  5
    Ease of use
     /  5
    Ink cost/year ($)
     /  5

    Detailed Test Results

    Printing The HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn prints using laser technology, which picks up powdered 'toner' on a roller and fuses it to the paper with heat. It prints black-and-white text with excellent quality. Text printing speed is typical, 5 pages took 20 seconds, costing 5 cents per page. It prints color graphics such as charts and web pages beautifully, in presentation-quality, with no noticeable defects, costing 39.1 cents per page. It has auto-duplex printing to print both on sides of the page. Individual cartridges for each color let you change only the ones that are empty. There's a second input tray that can hold another 250 sheets.

    Scanning and Copying This is a multi-function printer. Scanning was below-par in performance, not as good as most all-in-ones. It has an Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) for easily scanning/copying a stack of pages. The ADF can duplex—it's a DADF—which can scan/copy both sides of each page.

    Controls and Display The printer has a color display screen 4.3-inch diagonal size, touch-input capability, and can be tilted.

    Connectivity and Networking It can print documents via USB, USB thumb drive and Ethernet. This model has built-in faxing, can store incoming faxes if the paper runs out, and can send faxes from an attached PC.

    Cost of Ownership and Toner When this page was last updated, the printer's purchase price was about $650, high for a all-in-one color laser printer. Printing uses up toner and the costs add up over time. This printer uses four (4) cartridges. When the ink runs low, you replace the empty cartridge. The toners we used in testing were the HP 210A BK, 210A C, 210A M, and 210A Y cartridges—at the time, the prices were $100, $120, $120 and $120 respectively. We estimate each cartridge of toner to last at least 6 years—a long time—following a typical monthly printing amount of 28 text and 12 graphic pages. After 2 years of typical use, we estimate your total equivalent cost to be $796—high for a color laser. The estimated yearly cost is $73, which is typical for a color laser type of printer. The theoretical total cost after 5 years is $1015. The printer needs a moderate amount of space .

    Printer Firmware Firmware is software that exists inside the printer. All models are evaluated using the latest firmware version available at the time of testing. The firmware version of the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn was 6.12.0.1994-202303232157.

    Software The collection of software accompanying the printer may include: the printer driver, printer applications, electronic user manual and scanning, faxing, and OCR apps. These get installed on your personal computer. All models are evaluated with a PC and the Windows operating system, using the latest version of printer software (driver) and printer support apps available at the time of testing. The software version was NP.

    About the toner, software and firmware Our test results are valid only for the HP-brand toner, and the software and firmware versions indicated. If your printer's software or firmware differ from the ones shown, you either have an older or a newer version of these. Manufacturers may periodically upgrade the printer's firmware to enhance operation, fix bugs, or add features. Firmware updates are downloadable directly to your printer via a wired or wireless network (if internet capable). You can check your printer's firmware version, or upgrade to the latest firmware: Either (1) run the HP printer-update app on the PC, or (2) access the "Settings" section of the printer menu and navigating to the firmware update option. Consult the user manual or HP's website for further guidance. Try searching online.

    About

    The HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn is color laser with scan and copy functions and built-in faxing. It works with Windows 10, Windows 11, macOS. Individual cartridges for each color let you change only the ones that are empty. The capacity of the main paper tray is 50 sheets, rather small. It can accept paper up to 220# basis weight, much heavier than what's typical. It has a second tray that can hold 250 sheets. There's an automatic document feeder to let you copy or scan a stack of pages in one operation. The automatic document feeder can even copy or scan both sides of the pages. The printer has a large, 4.3-inch Color display screen with a touchscreen interface. You can connect directly to a PC with a USB cable, or to your network router with an Ethernet cable. Its dimensions are 15 inches high by 16.6 inches wide by 17.9 inches deep. It weights 45 pounds, relatively heavy.

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