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- Why choose the genuine HP 81X toner cartridge
- Contract version
- 81X or 81A: which capacity?
- Printers compatible with the CF281XC
- Page yield
- Installation and maintenance
- Use and tips
- Specifications
- Related products
- Frequently asked questions
Why choose the genuine HP 81X toner cartridge
The CF281XC is the high yield black cartridge of the HP 81 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
81X or 81A: which capacity?
The CF281XC is the high yield version (25,000 pages) of the CF281A (10,500 pages): same cartridge, same printers, more toner. Above about a hundred pages a month it is the most economical choice per page.
Printers compatible with the CF281XC
The CF281XC is compatible with 12 HP models (manufacturer list):
- HP LaserJet Flow Managed M630zm (L3U62A)
- HP LaserJet Managed M605xm (L3U54A)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise M630h (J7X28A)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise M630f (B3G85A)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise M630dn (B3G84A)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise flow M630z (B3G86A)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise Flow M630h (P7Z47A)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise M606x (E6B73A)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise M606dn (E6B72A)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise M605x (E6B71A)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise M605n (E6B69A)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise M605dn (E6B70A)
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
25,000 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 CF281XC suits intensive or shared use: the cartridge (25,000 pages) lasts over 6 years at 300 pages per month and over 2 years 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 | CF281XC |
|---|---|
| HP number | 81X |
| EAN code | 888182365366 |
| Type | Toner cartridge |
| Color | black |
| Capacity | High yield (XL) |
| Page yield | 25,000 pages (ISO/IEC 19752) |
| Weight | 2.45 g |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 391 x 193 x 327 mm |
| Origin | Japan |
| Compatible printers | 12 models |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the CF281XC compatible with my printer?
Yes if it appears in the list above (12 HP models). If in doubt, send us the exact model (e.g. "HP LaserJet Flow Managed M630zm") and we confirm.
What is the difference between 81X and 81A?
Same cartridge, same printer: the 81X holds more toner (25,000 pages vs 10,500) 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 CF281XC, drivers, manuals and FAQ for your printer, by country.