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- Why choose the genuine HP 55X toner cartridge
- Contract version
- 55X or 55A: which capacity?
- Printers compatible with the CE255XC
- Page yield
- Installation and maintenance
- Use and tips
- Specifications
- Related products
- Frequently asked questions
Why choose the genuine HP 55X toner cartridge
The CE255XC is the high yield black cartridge of the HP 55 series. All-in-one cartridge: toner, imaging drum and developer are replaced together, so print quality is like new at every change, with no separate drum to replace. Genuine HP toner powder matched to the fuser and paper of these printers: sharp text, even solids, no "cartridge not recognized" message.
Contract version
55X or 55A: which capacity?
The CE255XC is the high yield version (12,500 pages) of the CE255A (6,000 pages): same cartridge, same printers, more toner. Above about a hundred pages a month it is the most economical choice per page. The CE255XD pack (2 cartridges) lowers the unit cost further.
Printers compatible with the CE255XC
The CE255XC is compatible with 4 HP models (manufacturer list):
- HP LaserJet Pro M521dw (A8P80A)
- HP LaserJet Pro M521dn (A8P79A)
- HP LaserJet Pro 500 MFP M525dn (CF116V)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise P3015d Refurbished Printer (CE526AR)
Check the exact reference of your printer (label at the back or Information menu); suffixes (dn, dw, fdw, n) are variants of the same series and use the same consumables.
Page yield
12,500 pages per ISO/IEC 19752 (5% coverage, letter-type documents). Graphics or photo-heavy pages reduce the actual yield. The cost per page shown next to the price is calculated from the current price and this yield.
Installation and maintenance
Tool-free replacement: open the cover, remove the used cartridge, take the new one out of its bag, rock it gently to distribute the toner, pull the protective tab if present, then insert until it clicks. The printer recognizes the cartridge and resets the counter. Used HP cartridges are returned free of charge through HP Planet Partners.
Use and tips
The CE255XC suits intensive or shared use: the cartridge (12,500 pages) lasts over 3 years at 300 pages per month and about a year at 1,000 pages per month.
Store the cartridge in its packaging, flat, away from light and humidity, and unpack it only when installing. At the "Low" alert, order: the printer keeps printing until "Very low" then "Replace". The driver's EconoMode extends life for drafts. Genuine cartridges preserve the printer's HP warranty.
Specifications
| Manufacturer reference | CE255XC |
|---|---|
| HP number | 55X |
| EAN code | 885631892015 |
| Type | Toner cartridge |
| Color | black |
| Capacity | High yield (XL) |
| Page yield | 12,500 pages (ISO/IEC 19752) |
| Weight | 1.63 g |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 395 x 160 x 313 mm |
| Origin | Japan |
| Compatible printers | 4 models |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the CE255XC compatible with my printer?
Yes if it appears in the list above (4 HP models). If in doubt, send us the exact model (e.g. "HP LaserJet Pro M521dw") and we confirm.
What is the difference between 55X and 55A?
Same cartridge, same printer: the 55X holds more toner (12,500 pages vs 6,000) and costs less per page.
Where can I find the safety data sheet and the manual?
On our HP support page: safety data sheet for the CE255XC, drivers, manuals and FAQ for your printer, by country.