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title: "HP Laserjet Pro M401dw All-in-One Printer, (CF285A)"
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# 35 ppm fast print speed to keep up with your hustle Wireless connectivity for seamless office mobility Auto duplex printing saves paper & boosts eco-cred HP Laserjet Pro M401dw All-in-One Printer, (CF285A)

**Brand:** hp
**Price:** £53.69
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Print smarter, faster, greener — your office’s productivity powerhouse!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** HP Laserjet Pro M401dw All-in-One Printer, (CF285A) by hp
- **How much does it cost?** £53.69 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1170327-hp-laserjet-pro-m401dw-all-in-one-printer-cf285a)

## Best For

- hp enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted hp brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Eco-Friendly Efficiency:** Automatic two-sided printing and HP Auto-On/Auto-Off technology reduce paper waste and energy consumption, aligning with your sustainability goals.
- • **Effortless Wireless Setup:** Connect and share anywhere in your office without the clutter of cables—print from laptops, smartphones, and tablets instantly.
- • **Intuitive Touchscreen Control:** Navigate business apps and print directly from the web with the vibrant 3.5-inch color touchscreen—no more fumbling with complicated menus.
- • **Speed That Matches Your Workflow:** Blast through up to 35 crisp, professional-quality pages per minute, so deadlines don’t stand a chance.
- • **Robust Reliability for High Volume:** Designed for a recommended monthly volume of 3000 pages, this printer is your dependable partner for heavy office demands.

## Overview

The HP Laserjet Pro M401dw (CF285A) is a monochrome laser printer engineered for professional environments demanding speed, quality, and wireless convenience. With 35 ppm print speed, automatic duplexing, and a 3.5-inch color touchscreen, it supports seamless mobile and network printing. Its energy-saving features and high monthly duty cycle make it an eco-conscious, reliable choice for busy offices.

## Description

Do more with your workday. Set up anywhere in the office using built-in wireless networking, and share printing resources on a network. Print on the go with mobile printing options. Use business apps to access and print from the Web.

Review: Almost Perfect & Update - Update: Oct 1, 2014 I have access to 2 printers of this model: One at home and one in office. I played my home network computer, exploring the Network Sharing Files. I did not realized that my share network HP printer was affected. It printed in-queue only but no physical printing. After 2 days of investigating, I gave-up and call HP support. I talked to Anthony, a software engineer in HP Global Support Dept. located in Texas. In few minutes, I'm back in action. For that specific case alone, I received follow-up phone call and more emails from that Dept. asking my satisfaction level about their assistance. Wow... I did not expect how excellent HP support service. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This printer is a replacement of 8 years old HP LaserJet stand alone printer. For its price and performance, it is almost a perfect device. My tech skills level, is barely above average. The printer comes with CD installation disk, 1 piece of paper with multiple language instructions, power cord, aluminum like cheap USB cable which is poor signal conductor to me, teaser toner cartridge good for 500 to 600 prints, and made in Mexico. It will be installed as a network sharing printer for 2 PC desktops using Windows 7 (both 64 bits), 1 PC using XP, and 1 wireless Laptop using Windows 7 (64 bits). I did the following preparations: 1) delete the old HP printer setup in 4 machines, 2) Reboot all 4 machines, 3) Make sure all 4 machines are "On", and 4) Make sure the router is "ON". There are only 3 printer installation options available namely: a) USB, b) Cable network, c) Apple IOS system install. First, I put the installation CD in the Network (host) PC. I follow the screen instructions and choose Network installation by wire. I also choose able to see "Update on-line". Then I created a necessary HP account for ePrint. Second, I inserted the CD in another Win7 PC as Network installation by wire. Immediately, the 2nd PC was able to see said printer. Again, choose "update on-line" and I log-in to ePrint newly created account. Third, I inserted the CD to XP machine and it see the printer instantly, choose network wire install, choose update on-line, and I log-in to ePrint new account. Network printer wire-installation for 3 machines is done and working in less than 30 minutes. By mistake, I inserted the install CD in the laptop which it system aborted the installation. I repeated the install 3 times and was system aborted 3 times too. No manual instruction help available that comes in the box. I played the "Control Panel" or "Devices and Printers" and discovered that said printer is wirelessly ready for installation which I did. It allowed me to choose HP but the specific model is not available. Then I choose "have disk", inserted, and was system aborted. Redo above steps, choose HP, and choose model M4345 MFP PCL6 (the "4" series). Then the installation options available were 1.) HP M4345 MFP PCL6; or 2.) "http///: 192. 168...on-line". By elimination process, I choose the on-line but did not work. Then choose the other and the installation was completed. In short, this is a tricky wireless installation technique which I did not able to install a specific printer model I have. There is only one thing I do not like: Manual duplex. desertcart ads says it is an automatic duplex - which is WRONG. In my case, it does NOT do automatic duplex printing both in desktops and laptop machines. Other than that, I highly recommend such printer. There are so many features in this printer that exceeds my expectations namely: strong wireless signal printing, quick print, wake-up instantly, long distance email printing direct from house to office (I have not tried this option yet), direct USB storage printing, intelligent small screen monitor not dependent on any PC (it can swing any angle but strongly attach),90% heavy as the old one it replaced but around 70% cheaper.
Review: So Far, So Good - We bought a couple of these to replace our 2055dn HP Printers, which were discontinued. Refurbished 2055's were selling for almost $700, and the 3015dn Enterprise lasers (which looked identical to the 2055's) were selling for even more new. These were under $300, which allowed us to buy two for less than one new 3015 enterprise (which seemed to receive poor reviews). That being said, these printers look much nicer, have the same features, and seem to work very well. They're as quiet as the 2055's and much quieter than the 4050's and 2015's we had previously. They start up and print very fast. Only gripe is that windows 7 doesn't recognize the driver, and HP won't just provide the driver without the 43mb software pack. Makes setup more difficult than need be, we ended up using the 2050 driver which is working so far, even with the duplexer. Print quality is excellent and these seem better built than the 2055's. The screen is adequate for setup, working better than the one line screens on other HP printers. The size is more compact than any of our hp printers we've had so far, and even with the screen up, fits well in a deep shelving unit, or cart. Haven't used the wireless, but wired networking was a cinch, and the online interface works like a breeze. We were even able to customize the form length and default font which is an issue other brand printers have with our billing system. Bottom line: for the price, there isn't a better printer out there.

## Features

- Wireless productivity—impressive mobility. Set up and share anywhere in the office with wireless connectivity. Configure networking fast.
- Print from virtually anywhere, using HP ePrint. Drive productivity and save paper, using automatic two-sided printing.
- Professional-quality output for a great value. Produce professional-quality business prints with bold, crisp text and sharp images.
- Depend on a printer with a 3000-page recommended monthly page volume—the ideal fit for reliable printing.
- Save money by saving energy—HP Auto-On/Auto-Off Technology powers your printer up and down automatically.
- Use business apps and the 3.5-inch (8.89 cm) color touchscreen to access and print from the Web. Use the easy-access USB port to print from a flash drive.
- Reduced environmental impact. Easily recycle Original HP LaserJet toner cartridges through HP Planet Partners.
- One-year limited hardware warranty; 24-hour, 7 days a week Web support

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B007ED7S4M |
| Additional Printer Functions | Print Only |
| B&W Pages per Minute | 35 ppm |
| Brand | HP |
| Built-In Media | Printer |
| Color | Black |
| Color Pages per Minute | 35 |
| Compatible Devices | Smartphones |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Control Method | Voice |
| Controller Type | Amazon Alexa |
| Customer Reviews | 3.9 out of 5 stars 106 Reviews |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Dual-sided printing | Yes |
| Duplex | Automatic |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00886112363192 |
| Hardware Interface | USB |
| Ink Color | black |
| Item Weight | 24.2 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | HP |
| Maximum Copies Per Run | 250 |
| Maximum Copy Resolution Black and White | 1200 dpi |
| Maximum Copy Speed Black and White | 33 ppm |
| Maximum Media Size | 8.5 x 14 inch |
| Maximum Print Resolution Black and White | 1200 dpi |
| Maximum Sheet Capacity | 250 |
| Model Name | CF285A |
| Model Number | M401DW |
| Model Series | M401 |
| Number of Trays | 1 |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Auto Document Feeder |
| Output sheet capacity | 150 |
| Paper Size | 8.5 inches |
| Power Consumption | 570 Watts |
| Print media | Paper (plain) |
| Printer Connectivity Type | USB |
| Printer Output Type | Monochrome |
| Printer Type | Laser |
| Printing Technology | Laser |
| Resolution | 1200 x 1200 |
| Scanner Type | Automatic Document Feeder |
| Special Feature | Auto Document Feeder |
| Specific Uses For Product | Office |
| Total Usb Ports | 1 |
| UPC | 778888972008 804066541701 886112363192 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | One-year limited warranty |
| Warranty Type | limited warranty |
| Wattage | 570 watts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** HP
- **Color:** Black
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB
- **Item Weight:** 24.2 Pounds
- **Max Printspeed Monochrome:** 35 ppm
- **Maximum Print Speed (Color):** 35
- **Model Name:** CF285A
- **Printer Output:** Monochrome
- **Printing Technology:** Laser
- **Special Feature:** Auto Document Feeder

## Images

![HP Laserjet Pro M401dw All-in-One Printer, (CF285A) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81uU+K4pv6L.jpg)
![HP Laserjet Pro M401dw All-in-One Printer, (CF285A) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/719kFlU9SUL.jpg)
![HP Laserjet Pro M401dw All-in-One Printer, (CF285A) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/716hKR1cLRL.jpg)
![HP Laserjet Pro M401dw All-in-One Printer, (CF285A) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71wBD1yPI5L.jpg)
![HP Laserjet Pro M401dw All-in-One Printer, (CF285A) - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61VwGDZ0K0L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does this printer have a rear feed that sends paper straight through? I'd like to know so I can print card stock without the 'curl'.**
A: Yes it has a door on the back that has a visual indicator that shows straight through. I have not used it. I have no complaints about this printer.

**Q: Has anyone used this printer with Google Cloud Print? How well does it work? 
Update (23 Dec 12): It seems as if ePrint does not support duplex printing including with Google Cloud Print. Very unfortunate. Though non-duplex Google Cloud Print set-up was pretty easy.**
A: I've set up this printer at my work (hooked up via ethernet), and have successfully printed to it several times from home. I'd say it works pretty well, and if you're thinking of pairing it with a PC or Mac with Google Chrome installed, a Chromebook, or an android tablet using a third cloud print app such as "Cloud Print" https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pauloslf.cloudprint - it'll suit you just fine.

**Q: How many PPM ?**
A: Hi - I dont remember what the rating was but compared to some other very decent printers I have had its fast - probably in the mid 20's PPM

**Q: Will this printer work with a laptop via usb port?**
A: This printer does have a USB port on the lower left front of the printer. I assume it is there for a purpose. I have never used it as the printer works excellently with a wireless connection to my laptop. Hope this helps. You may want to contact HP directly or a local store that carries the printer.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Almost Perfect & Update
*by P***Y on August 18, 2013*

Update: Oct 1, 2014 I have access to 2 printers of this model: One at home and one in office. I played my home network computer, exploring the Network Sharing Files. I did not realized that my share network HP printer was affected. It printed in-queue only but no physical printing. After 2 days of investigating, I gave-up and call HP support. I talked to Anthony, a software engineer in HP Global Support Dept. located in Texas. In few minutes, I'm back in action. For that specific case alone, I received follow-up phone call and more emails from that Dept. asking my satisfaction level about their assistance. Wow... I did not expect how excellent HP support service. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This printer is a replacement of 8 years old HP LaserJet stand alone printer. For its price and performance, it is almost a perfect device. My tech skills level, is barely above average. The printer comes with CD installation disk, 1 piece of paper with multiple language instructions, power cord, aluminum like cheap USB cable which is poor signal conductor to me, teaser toner cartridge good for 500 to 600 prints, and made in Mexico. It will be installed as a network sharing printer for 2 PC desktops using Windows 7 (both 64 bits), 1 PC using XP, and 1 wireless Laptop using Windows 7 (64 bits). I did the following preparations: 1) delete the old HP printer setup in 4 machines, 2) Reboot all 4 machines, 3) Make sure all 4 machines are "On", and 4) Make sure the router is "ON". There are only 3 printer installation options available namely: a) USB, b) Cable network, c) Apple IOS system install. First, I put the installation CD in the Network (host) PC. I follow the screen instructions and choose Network installation by wire. I also choose able to see "Update on-line". Then I created a necessary HP account for ePrint. Second, I inserted the CD in another Win7 PC as Network installation by wire. Immediately, the 2nd PC was able to see said printer. Again, choose "update on-line" and I log-in to ePrint newly created account. Third, I inserted the CD to XP machine and it see the printer instantly, choose network wire install, choose update on-line, and I log-in to ePrint new account. Network printer wire-installation for 3 machines is done and working in less than 30 minutes. By mistake, I inserted the install CD in the laptop which it system aborted the installation. I repeated the install 3 times and was system aborted 3 times too. No manual instruction help available that comes in the box. I played the "Control Panel" or "Devices and Printers" and discovered that said printer is wirelessly ready for installation which I did. It allowed me to choose HP but the specific model is not available. Then I choose "have disk", inserted, and was system aborted. Redo above steps, choose HP, and choose model M4345 MFP PCL6 (the "4" series). Then the installation options available were 1.) HP M4345 MFP PCL6; or 2.) "http///: 192. 168...on-line". By elimination process, I choose the on-line but did not work. Then choose the other and the installation was completed. In short, this is a tricky wireless installation technique which I did not able to install a specific printer model I have. There is only one thing I do not like: Manual duplex. Amazon ads says it is an automatic duplex - which is WRONG. In my case, it does NOT do automatic duplex printing both in desktops and laptop machines. Other than that, I highly recommend such printer. There are so many features in this printer that exceeds my expectations namely: strong wireless signal printing, quick print, wake-up instantly, long distance email printing direct from house to office (I have not tried this option yet), direct USB storage printing, intelligent small screen monitor not dependent on any PC (it can swing any angle but strongly attach),90% heavy as the old one it replaced but around 70% cheaper.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ So Far, So Good
*by E***N on January 14, 2013*

We bought a couple of these to replace our 2055dn HP Printers, which were discontinued. Refurbished 2055's were selling for almost $700, and the 3015dn Enterprise lasers (which looked identical to the 2055's) were selling for even more new. These were under $300, which allowed us to buy two for less than one new 3015 enterprise (which seemed to receive poor reviews). That being said, these printers look much nicer, have the same features, and seem to work very well. They're as quiet as the 2055's and much quieter than the 4050's and 2015's we had previously. They start up and print very fast. Only gripe is that windows 7 doesn't recognize the driver, and HP won't just provide the driver without the 43mb software pack. Makes setup more difficult than need be, we ended up using the 2050 driver which is working so far, even with the duplexer. Print quality is excellent and these seem better built than the 2055's. The screen is adequate for setup, working better than the one line screens on other HP printers. The size is more compact than any of our hp printers we've had so far, and even with the screen up, fits well in a deep shelving unit, or cart. Haven't used the wireless, but wired networking was a cinch, and the online interface works like a breeze. We were even able to customize the form length and default font which is an issue other brand printers have with our billing system. Bottom line: for the price, there isn't a better printer out there.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great to Setup and Get Printing
*by P***L on January 6, 2013*

Took the LJ Pro 400M401dw printer out of the box, powered it up, and connected it via RJ45 cable to my wireless router. It pulled an IP address automatically with no problem. Then I went to my desktop, an older Dell XP box and added it as a printer. This box is cable-connected to my wireless router. I used the "local printer attached to this computer" option with "automatically detect and install my PNP printer". Worked great. Told it I had the disk. Gave it the disk drive letter and it quickly installed. I installed it as "shared" on my network. First test page was fast and accurate. Then I went to my iPad, went into my word processing program, opened a file and selected print. The iPad saw the printer, I selected it, and again a nice fast print. Wife did the same thing with her Mac laptop. Lastly, I tried it with a Win 8 laptop. It found the printer immediately and didn't need to download a driver for it. Worked great. The iPad, Mac laptop, and Win 8 Laptop all connect to my home network using wireless. I am very impressed with how easy this went. Follow up Review: I've had this printer for a year now. I'm very happy with it. Put about 5 reams of paper through it and am still on the original cartridge. Prints clear and crisp images. I really love the quick start up time. I've replaced my old WinXP box with a Mac Desktop. It picked the printer right up with no problem. It handles envelopes much better than my inkjet printer ever did. I've had no problems doing double-sided print either. What's really nice is that when visitors come over, they can pick it up on my home network and use it. HP may not know how to run a PC business but they sure do know how to make printers.

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