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HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dn Printer

Wired single-function color laser printer for workgroups up to 10 — 35 ppm color, 300-sheet input, auto duplex, 4-line LCD, Gigabit Ethernet only, HP Wolf Pro security, TerraJet toner.

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Print speed
35 ppm color
Paper capacity
250 sheets
Duplex
Automatic Duplex
Connectivity
Ethernet · USB
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HP 4RA85F
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dn Printer is actually for

Most printer pages just tell you what a printer does. Here's the honest version: when this machine is the right choice, when it's fine, and when you should look at something else. We sell a lot of these for a reason, but the reason is not "every office."

Best fit

Pick this if...

  • You run a workgroup of up to 10 people that needs fast color printing on a wired network — no scan, no copy, no fax.
  • You print 750-4,000 pages a month with a real color mix.
  • You want HP Wolf Pro security preconfigured for a regulated environment.
  • You're on a wired-only network policy (this is the dn — Ethernet only).
  • You're replacing an aging Color LaserJet Pro M454dn — same form factor, faster, better color, lower toner cost with TerraJet.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You occasionally walk over to print from a USB stick — wait, you don't, that's the dw model. The dn doesn't have walk-up USB.
  • You want a third tray — the 28N93A 550-sheet feeder takes total input to 850 sheets.
  • You print up to 5,000 pages a month — the 50,000 max duty handles it; plan on 210X high-yield cartridges.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You need wireless or Bluetooth — no wireless on this model. Get the 4201dw (4RA86F) instead.
  • You need to scan, copy, or fax — print-only. Get a Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn or 4301fdw.
  • Your color volume is under 10% — go mono with a LaserJet Pro 4001dn for less than half the per-page cost.
  • You print over 5,000 pages a month consistently — step up to a Color LaserJet Enterprise 6700 or X654.
  • You want a touchscreen — this is a 4-line LCD with a twist-and-click dial.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dn is the wired single-function color laser in HP's 4201 series — print only, no scan or fax. Best fit: workgroups of up to 10 people printing 750-4,000 pages a month with real color content who don't need an MFP. Print speeds are 35 ppm letter (33 ppm A4) in both black and color, first page out 9.1 seconds black / 10 seconds color, max duty 50,000 pages/month. Standard input is 300 sheets (50-sheet MP + 250-sheet tray 2), expandable to 850 with the 28N93A 550-sheet feeder. Auto duplex is standard. The 4-line backlit LCD with twist-and-click dial is the only operator interface — fine for a network printer that lives in a back room, less great if you need walk-up settings (that's the dw with walk-up USB). Connectivity is Gigabit Ethernet and USB 2.0 only. HP Wolf Pro Security preconfigured. Uses HP TerraJet 210A or 210X high-yield toner — the TerraJet design uses less plastic and lower energy than the previous-gen cartridges. The thing buyers regret: skipping the dw model. Wireless plus walk-up USB add maybe $80 at order time and unlock real flexibility.
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Print
Print technology Single-function
Print speed (mono) Up to 35 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 35 pages per minute
Duplex printing Automatic Duplex
First page out < 9.1s (Color), 9.7s (Black)
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Single-function
Duplex copy / scan Automatic Duplex
Scanner type
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 250 sheets
Paper size A4/Letter
Recommended monthly volume 4000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 50,000 pages/month
Connectivity
Wired Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
USB USB for charging, data transfer, and OTG support
Display 4-line LCD
Physical & power
Form factor Desktop
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer HP
Model 4RA85F
How you can buy this printer

Buy it, lease it, or just reorder supplies

Three ways to get this printer, each priced to match how you actually use it. Most small offices lease because toner and maintenance are bundled. If you know what you need, buy outright. If you already own one, just reorder supplies.

Buy outright
One-time payment · yours to keep
Custom quote
Free delivery · 1-yr warranty
  • Machine is yours the day it arrives
  • 4,500-page starter toner included
  • 1-year HP manufacturer warranty
  • Install help by phone or remote session
  • Order your own toner when the starter runs out
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Most small offices
Lease & bundle
36- or 60-month term · toner included
Custom lease quote
Flexible terms · tailored to your volume
  • Printer + unlimited toner bundled
  • Maintenance and parts included
  • Upgrade to a bigger machine anytime
  • Typical lease payment is tax-deductible
  • One predictable monthly bill instead of surprise toner orders
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Supplies only
Already own one? Just reorder.
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Genuine Brother TN830 / TN830XL
  • Genuine Brother TN830 toner (standard yield, ~1,200 pages)
  • Genuine Brother TN830XL toner (high yield, ~4,500 pages)
  • Genuine Brother DR810 drum unit when it's time
  • Free shipping on qualifying orders
  • Auto-reorder option so you never run out mid-job
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Final lease rate depends on term length, credit profile, and bundled supplies. Outright purchase and supplies pricing varies with bundled warranty, install packages, and order volume. Request a quote for exact pricing.

Included with every order

What ships with the HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dn Printer

The printer itself

HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dn Printer in original HP packaging. Desktop form factor, roughly 16.6 x 17.7 x 11.3 inches

Starter toner

Includes a high-capacity starter supply, giving you about 3 to 6 months of use before you have to think about your next order.

Setup documentation

HP quick-start card, power cord, USB cable (use Wi-Fi or Ethernet for multi-user), and a link to driver downloads.

Setup call (if you want it)

Book a 20-minute setup call with our team. We'll walk through network config, driver install, and first print. No extra cost, no sales pitch.

Supplies & consumables

Toner, yields, and what to actually reorder

The #1 question we get on this printer is "which toner do I buy?" Short answer: you have two cartridge options and a drum. Standard yield TN830 covers roughly 1,200 pages. High yield TN830XL covers roughly 4,500 pages and is the better value for most offices. Pick XL unless you print very little.

The drum unit (DR810) is separate and usually lasts 15,000 to 30,000 pages before it needs replacing. At a typical small office volume, expect to change it once every 2 to 4 years.

If you lease this printer through us, toner and drum are included. You never pay for supplies separately. That's usually the better deal once you add up real costs over 3 years.

TN830

Standard-yield toner

About 1,200 pages · fits all L2700 / L2750 / L2759 series

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TN830XL

High-yield toner BEST VALUE

About 4,500 pages · recommended for most offices

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DR810

Drum unit

15,000–30,000 pages · replace every 2–4 years · separate from toner

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What customers actually say

The 5-star consensus: "it just works"

Small sample size, high signal. The 3 verified reviewers picked this model to replace older inkjets or aging HP machines. Common threads in the feedback:

  • ★ "Set this up in our small marketing office and it's been solid for about a year now. Color output looks professional enough for client materials, and the automatic duplex printing saves paper. Network setup was straightforward."
  • ★ "Good printer for the price but the toner cartridges are expensive to replace. Print quality is consistent and it handles our mixed office workload fine, though page yield could be better for what we paid."
  • ★ "Running this in my home office and it's been reliable. Color prints come out crisp for presentations and documents. Speeds decent enough that I'm not sitting around waiting on print jobs."

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Tell us how you want to pay (outright, lease, or supplies only) and what volume you run. You'll get a line-item quote back within one business day, from a specialist who actually works on these machines, not a general sales rep.

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FAQ

HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dn Printer, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (706) 561-0075 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

Yes, the HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dn Printer ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter toner yields approximately 1,000 pages for black and 700 pages for each color (cyan, magenta, yellow). Replacement toner options include the standard HP 210A series (black: ~1,000 pages, color: ~700 pages) and high-yield HP 210X series (black: ~7,500 pages, color: ~5,500 pages). When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dn is a single-function color printer with a 50,000-page monthly duty cycle, 35 ppm print speed, and a 300-sheet standard input. The HP Color LaserJet Managed Flow MFP E57540c is a multifunction printer with print, copy, and scan capabilities, a 120,000-page monthly duty cycle, 40 ppm print speed, and a 650-sheet standard input. The E57540c also includes a 100-sheet ADF, an 8-inch color touchscreen, and optional Wi-Fi/NFC, making it better suited for larger workgroups needing advanced scanning and connectivity. For small offices, the 4201dn offers a cost-effective solution for basic color printing.
Yes, the HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dn Printer is well-suited for small businesses with workgroups of up to 10 people printing 750-4,000 pages per month. It offers a print speed of 35 ppm in both black and color, auto duplexing, and a standard input capacity of 300 sheets, expandable to 850. Its compact design and Gigabit Ethernet connectivity make it ideal for small offices needing reliable color printing without advanced scanning or faxing features.
Yes, the HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dn Printer supports full-color printing at speeds of 35 ppm. It uses four separate toner cartridges (black, cyan, magenta, yellow) to produce high-quality color documents and graphics.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (706) 561-0075. A printer specialist responds within one business day with a detailed, itemized quote based on your location, monthly volume, whether you want to buy outright or lease, and any bundled supplies or service. Quotes are free and no obligation. We do not pull credit to issue a quote.
HP includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dn Printer when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Automated Business Machines is an authorized HP reseller. Extended warranty and full-service maintenance plans are available through our managed print services bundle, which covers parts, labor, and on-site service for the life of the agreement.
Yes. Free delivery is included on every HP Color LaserJet Pro 4201dn Printer order shipped within the continental United States. Most orders ship within 1 to 2 business days and arrive within 2 to 5 business days. Install guidance is available by phone or remote session at no extra cost.

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