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- Why choose the genuine HP 646X toner cartridge
- When to replace it
- Printers compatible with the 646X
- Page yield
- Installation
- Use and tips
- Specifications
- Frequently asked questions
Why choose the genuine HP 646X toner cartridge
The 646X is a genuine HP toner. The powder is matched to the fuser and speed of these printers: sharp text, even solids, proper fusing from the first page, and a cartridge recognized immediately (levels shown, no error message).
When to replace it
The printer shows a message when the part's counter reaches end of life (Supplies status or Reports menu). Replacing it then avoids downtime and wear on other parts.
Printers compatible with the 646X
The 646X is compatible with the following models and series (manufacturer data):
- HP Color LaserJet CM4540
- HP Color LaserJet CM4540F
- HP Color LaserJet CM4540FSKM
Check the exact reference of your printer (label or Information menu); suffixes are variants of the same series and generally use the same consumables. If in doubt, send us the exact model.
Page yield
17,000 pages (manufacturer data, about 5% coverage). 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
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, remove the protections, then insert until it clicks. The printer recognizes the cartridge. The used cartridge is recycled through the manufacturer's take-back program or your local collection.
Use and tips
The 646X suits intensive or shared use: the cartridge (17,000 pages) lasts over 4 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 the replace message. Genuine cartridges preserve the printer's warranty.
Specifications
| Manufacturer reference | 646X |
|---|---|
| Other references | CE264X |
| EAN code | 0884420186830 |
| Type | Toner cartridge |
| Brand | HP |
| Color | black |
| Capacity | Standard |
| Page yield | 17,000 pages (manufacturer data) |
| Compatible printers | 3 models or series |
Frequently asked questions
Is the 646X compatible with my printer?
Yes if it appears in the list above. If in doubt, send us the exact model (e.g. "HP Color LaserJet CM4540") and we confirm.
Genuine or compatible?
We sell genuine HP consumables only: yield in line with the manufacturer's data, recognized by the printer, warranty preserved.
Where can I find the safety data sheet?
The safety data sheet (SDS) for the 646X and the manufacturer documentation are available on request from our customer service: contact us.