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- Why choose the genuine HP 659A toner cartridge
- 659A or 659X: which capacity?
- Printers compatible with the W2012A
- Page yield
- Installation and maintenance
- Use and tips
- Specifications
- Related products
- Frequently asked questions
Why choose the genuine HP 659A toner cartridge
The W2012A is the standard yellow cartridge of the HP 659 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 with JetIntelligence: smart level tracking, anti-fraud technology and maximized yield. Colors stay consistent from one cartridge to the next.
659A or 659X: which capacity?
The W2012A (13,000 pages) suits occasional or moderate use. From about a hundred pages a month, the W2012X (29,000 pages) costs less per page and is replaced less often; both fit the same printers.
Printers compatible with the W2012A
The W2012A is compatible with: HP LaserJet Enterprise Flow M776 HP LaserJet Enterprise M776, M856.
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
13,000 pages per ISO/IEC 19798 (5% coverage per color, 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 W2012A suits intensive or shared use: the cartridge (13,000 pages) lasts over 3 years at 300 pages per month and about a year at 1,000 pages per month. Beyond that, the W2012X (29,000 pages) costs less per page.
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 | W2012A |
|---|---|
| HP number | 659A |
| EAN code | 192545711012 |
| Type | Toner cartridge |
| Color | yellow |
| Capacity | Standard |
| Page yield | 13,000 pages (ISO/IEC 19798) |
| Weight | 1.3 g |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 483 x 155 x 198 mm |
| Origin | Japan |
| Compatible printers | see above |
Related products
Frequently asked questions
Is the W2012A compatible with my printer?
It fits the HP LaserJet Enterprise Flow M776 HP LaserJet Enterprise M776, M856 printers. If in doubt, send us the exact model and we confirm.
What is the difference between 659A and 659X?
Same cartridge, same printer: the 659X holds more toner (29,000 pages vs 13,000) 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 W2012A, drivers, manuals and FAQ for your printer, by country.