ENERGY STAR | Small medium business
HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn Certified Refurbished, AI-capable
FunctionsPrint, copy, scan, fax
- Blazing fast speeds for professional quality color prints
- Color printing, scan, copy, fax, ethernet, auto 2-sided printing
- Advanced network protection with Wolf Pro security
- Dynamic security enabled printerSee all Specs
HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn Certified Refurbished, AI-capable is rated
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Rated 5 out of
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Laser Jet Pro from
Laser Jet Pro
This printer is fast and vary high quality
highly recommended
Date published: 2026-07-16
Rated 2 out of
5
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HFLJ from
When it works. . .
When it works it prints beautifully. Unfortunately there are too many times that the 4301 doesn't work.
Confusing messages from printer, losing connection with the printer.
Date published: 2026-07-15
Rated 2 out of
5
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JJBBH from
Failed Auto Feed
two weeks after I purchased this printer the automatic feed failed and it hasn't worked since - very disappointing!
Date published: 2026-04-17
Rated 5 out of
5
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Rich-Marine Corps League from
Printer for my home office space
The HP Color LJ Pro MFP 4301fdn provides fast, 2-sided printing with high quality color. It's more printer than I really needed but I wanted a workhorse. My last HP LaserJet worked beautifully for upward of ten years. I'm looking forward to the same extraordinary performance from my new one.
Date published: 2026-04-13
Rated 1 out of
5
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Anonymous from
HP Customer Service refused to initiate an exchange of a newly purchased printer
I am employed by BASF Chemical Company in Geismar, Louisiana which offered special pricing on printers and other HP products to their associates. I purchased an HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn, AI-enabled printer on 02/26/26. It was delivered on 03/01/26, because of my travel and work obligations I was not able to open and setup the printer until 4/09/26. During setup I realized this particular model was not designed for wireless connections. After further research I realized that I should have purchased the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301 FDW, AI-enabled printer. I called the HP support line and was told I was not eligible for a refund or exchange. I explained that printer has not been used and has only been out of the box for less than 12 hours, the time it took for me to contact HP Support during their normal business hours. I explained that I did not want a refund just an exchange for the correct work tool thats required. I also relayed that I had no idea that I had 30 days to refund or exchange. I explained if I had known that I would have had one of my colleagues set the printer up in an effort to ensure that it was working and could accommodate my needs well within the required time period. Still to no avail. My question! Is this how HP does business with it's business partners/customers? I am truly unhappy with this situation. Please advise on a sensible resolution for my unsavory position.
Date published: 2026-04-10
Rated 1 out of
5
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Samira from
Horrible customer service
I requested an exchange multiple times but no one contacted me back. I ordered 2 printers and after opening one of them I realized it wasn’t wireless so I requested a refund or an exchange and I haven’t been contacted back yet
Date published: 2026-03-20
Rated 1 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Poor drivers
The scanner driver continues to fail, having issues getting it to print in color and entire printer occasionally loses connection. I have a new Windows computer so that’s not the issue.
Date published: 2025-12-23
Rated 5 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Great Small Office Printer
Replace my outdated HP MFP M476 printer. This new MFP 4301 is an exceptional replacement. Fast, quiet and versatile. Does absolutely everything one would need for a small office environment.
Date published: 2025-11-06
Rated 1 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Had Same Problem with 2 of the Same Model Printers MFP 4301fdn
The Scan and Copy button would disable after one use. Maybe would come back after reboot.
Date published: 2025-09-08
Rated 5 out of
5
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Got_Toys from
HP LaserJet Pro MFP4301fdn
I have a home office and recently upgraded my HP Laser/Printer/Copier I previously used for over 10 years. This model is the newest version and I was amazed on how much quicker it printed. In addition, this printer can do doubled sided prints and scans which save me money on paper. I was hesitant on purchasing a "Certified Refurbished" unit, but so far (approx. a month when writing this review), I have had zero issues. The laser cartridges are expensive, so I choose to print most thing in black and white, unless I need color copies. There was quite a few negative reviews online, but I'm not sure why. It seemed like a lot of negative comments were based on the software and slow printing. For best results, use the HP computer software to scan and have the printer is connected directly to the network. Hope this helps!
Date published: 2025-09-08
Rated 2 out of
5
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Disappointed hp brad from
Decent printer
Pages print out of order. Disappointed that there are no new drivers for windows 11. Would’ve bought something else had I known there wouldn’t be continued support.
Date published: 2025-06-05
Rated 5 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Awesome printer!
I purchased this to replace an older HP multifunction laser printer that I had been using for 14 years that was getting a little long in the tooth, not to mention it was the size of a compact car. This printer has exceeded my expectations so far. Setup was relatively easy although I ran into issues setting up the email server, entirely due to some quirks with Office365, but was able to get that sorted. I love the AirPrint functionality, and the speed of the printing is incredible. Also, this printer is astonishingly quiet. I highly recommend this printer.
Date published: 2025-01-03
Rated 5 out of
5
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MontyLee from
Laser printers keep getting better
Improved laser printer from previous models. Much faster.
Date published: 2024-09-28
Rated 5 out of
5
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WeaverBrothers from
Happy to have HP
This printer was easy to set up and it works so we are very happy with our purchase.
Date published: 2024-09-04
Rated 4 out of
5
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TorresFam from
All around home or office printer!
My wife and I have a business so we need to have a good quality printer to print documents and other items. My kids are also big printer users and they love this printer. The printer setup is easy and i life how fast it prints! Its prints super clear and the colors are vibrant and seem to last long. The dual paper trays are a nice touch and i love it has an automatic feeder. The touch screen works easily and fast and is super easy to read and maneuver. It connects easily to your devices and the HP app although it does have to be hardwired to the router! I like having 1 printer at least hardwired since it does get the job quicker and prints faster but no WIFI on this printer! This has become an all around printer for our home and is great for school projects, home office and much more. It’s an all around printer, copy scan, and fax and I haven’t had any issues with using any function.
Date published: 2024-08-26
Rated 5 out of
5
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JMJones from
Great product; very affordable.
HP printers, in my opinion, are great. Very high quality; print acuity very sharp. Very dependable and maintenance free.
Date published: 2024-08-22
Rated 3 out of
5
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Zaqzaq from
Not WiFi
I had a very difficult time setting the printer up until I discovered it is not WiFi, it is a networked printer. Once I ran an Ethernet cable to the printer it was smooth sailing from there. It prints good quality, crisp, clear documents in record time! I am loving the duplex and scan features . Overall, it’s a good printer that would be great if it was WiFi.
Date published: 2024-08-07
Rated 5 out of
5
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GabiHalpern from
Great Color Printer
This HP LaserJet is a great color printer. I have printed over 500 pages on it so far and each page looks great. Crisp color very vibrant and much faster than my older inkjet printer. If you are looking for a new printer to get, I would highly recommend this model. I have hooked it up with all of my devices (two laptops, iPhone, android phone, iPad) and I am able to print and scan wirelessly with ease using this printer. As I said before this printer is great and highly recommended if you're in the market for a color laser jet
Date published: 2024-07-17
Rated 5 out of
5
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ancysunil from
Excellent printer
I love the printer, it’s super fast when making multiple copies for my work, color quality is brilliant, print quality is good, prices of the cartridge are too expensive but hopefully this will last a while. I also wish that it has internet available via wifi instead of just the hard wired connection limits your option to place the printer in certain areas. Overall enjoying the printer it gives speed flexibility of work printer at home
Date published: 2024-07-17
Rated 5 out of
5
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jziegler1 from
Awesome... except USB cable is not include
The initial setup of the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn was a nightmare at first, I only had a networking cable connected. Neither my computer nor network would recognize it. Then I found an old USB cable…
With the USB connected to a computer and the network cable plugged into the wireless router, It was up and running within 2 mins. All drivers and firmware updated automatically.
The HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn prints and scans both quickly and beautifully. Anything connected to the wireless/network has access to it, cellphones, laptops, tablets, computers… The HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn is robust in size so you are going to need to give it its own space but you get a lot in that package. It’s the new gem of our home office. I would highly recommend.
I did receive this HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn at a discount for my fair and honest review, and it is amazing!
Date published: 2024-06-13
Rated 5 out of
5
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Syuliant from
Fast performance and excellent output
I have been using this printer for few months and I can tell with great certainty that this printer print super fast and very easy to use. The color reproduction is superb with great detail and high accuracy. I include a demo video when printing an artwork of my daughter. Took about 35 seconds to complete from warmup to finish which is considerably fast when taking into account the 30 seconds warmup time. This printer capable to scan, fax, scan to email, and much more. Toner can be quite expensive but you might not need to replace anytime soon for low to average usage. Highly recommended.
Date published: 2024-06-12
Rated 5 out of
5
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doliverz from
Loving It!
I am loving my new printer! I got it for my classroom for next year. I have not had the opportunity to really use it, but I am happy it is not made of cheap material. I can tell by the weight of it that I will be able to use it for a long time. I have a lot of printing to do for the upcoming school year. I already have co-workers who are impressed with it and is ready to order theirs. Get yours before it's too late because teachers are always jumping on a good deal. Stay tune... I will come back and post a picture of it in my classroom.
I have finally opened the box. Not only was it easy to put together, it didn't take me all day to do it. The real challenge was how fast it would print. It didn't disappoint. I was fast and the color was beautiful. The best reward was finding out that I could print line paper without using my computer or copying it from a printed paper. This is an A+ in my book! I can't wait to work on bigger projects. All I need now is a laminator.
Date published: 2024-06-04
Rated 5 out of
5
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Just Rhonda from
Fast Copier, fax and sheet feed..
Really fast coping and sheet feed too..
Date published: 2024-06-03
Rated 5 out of
5
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Mark Bitman from
Great printer
The entire process was great. From purchase to setup.
Date published: 2024-05-30
Rated 4 out of
5
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SElliott4 from
Nice Printer
PROS: This printer quickly scans, copies and prints very clear pages. Some scanners create a gray background when scanning. The scanner is the best I have ever had in our home office. I was surprised at how well it printed photos on standard paper. It put my photo printer to shame when it came to printing on standard paper.
CONS: Even though it is connected to our network, it doesn't 'wake up' all the time. I have to manually turn on the printer.
Date published: 2024-05-29
Rated 5 out of
5
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Anonymous from
HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn
I recently got my hands on the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn, and here’s my take on it.
What I Loved:
* Blazing Fast: This printer is seriously quick. It churns out pages at an impressive speed, whether it’s plain text or complex graphics. If you need a printer that keeps up with a fast-paced environment, this one’s a winner.
* Stunning Print Quality: The clarity of the prints is top-notch. Text is sharp, and colors are vibrant and true. From business documents to colorful presentations, everything looks crisp and professional.
What I Didn’t Love:
* No Wi-Fi: The lack of Wi-Fi connectivity is a real letdown. In an age where wireless convenience is key, having to rely on a wired connection feels outdated and cumbersome. It’s a significant drawback for those who prefer a cable-free setup.
In summary, the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn excels in speed and print quality, making it a strong contender for high-demand printing tasks. However, the missing Wi-Fi feature could be a dealbreaker for those who value wireless convenience.
Date published: 2024-05-29
Rated 5 out of
5
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Retired office worker from
You can stop searching for other printers and buy the MFP 4301fdn
MFP 4301fdn Printer is more like a expensive commercial office printer then home printers. I like all of the features and the flexibility it offers
Date published: 2024-05-22
Rated 5 out of
5
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Scott924m from
HP Color LaserJet 4301
This is really a nice printer. Very astheticly pleasing. Ive printed a few things (it isnt my printer) but printouts are crisp and clean, Nice sharp edges, and colors are very vibrant and bright.
Copies once sent to the printer came out really fast and it was so quiet I didnt even know it actually printed anything.
Printer itself seems like a workhorse and is very solid. It seems like it will last a very long time.
The best feature I like is it can print on both sides so I dont have to flip the paper and reinsert it and print the other side, nice feature.
Date published: 2024-05-22
Rated 4 out of
5
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Hoque07 from
Nice printer but need to be wired to network
This is a nice unit, prints, scans and copies great. I can be anywhere in the home and when I print something it prints right off the printer. If this printer can do all this, I don't understand why HP did not make this a wireless only printer. It's odd that we have to tether this printer to a cat5e port to connect the actual printer to home network. But once connected, it will print off of any device as long as they are on the home network (wired or wireless). With this minor inconvenience, everything else seems to be working really great. I give it a 4-star for not having wifi capability but 5-star on everything else.
Date published: 2024-05-22
Rated 5 out of
5
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HouseofJeffrey from
small business powerhouse!
this printer is a small business powerhouse! my small team of 5 have been using this printer for the past month and it has far exceeded expectations! it handlers trhe workload with ease and prints with a crisp clean look. one thing to note is we have not changed any of the ink of toners yet! it's the total package. I found set up ease and it worked well with all the different machines and laptops the team uses. so far we are the trend setter yet again and three other teams are went out and bought one for there teams. no issues. great unit worth the purchase!
Date published: 2024-05-22
Rated 1 out of
5
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BillH16 from
Undiagnosed crashing whenever I scan
My problem is still undiagnosed, and I am on my second printer. The printer crashes nearly every time I scan a document with a fatal error. After spending hours on the phone with technical support they decided I should return the printer and get another one. The second one does exactly the same thing which leads me to believe it is a configuration problem of some sort. HP has been very agreeable, but this is sort of crazy. They are sending a service man to replace a logic board in the printer. If this does not work, I'm afraid I'm going to look to another company for a printer. It's a shame, because the print quality from this is beautiful. The cost per page for printing also was reasonable compared to other options.
Date published: 2024-05-21
Rated 4 out of
5
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Torresfam20 from
Fast, efficient, gets the job done!
I now have 5 printers including this one and I can finally downgrade a few with this 1 HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn printer! This printer is a beast yet still looks simple and non intimidating! It is a good size for home or office and set up is a breeze basically you just turn it on and let it do its thing. I use the smart things app to set up my HP devices so it was easy as soon as it opened it found the printer. I was disappointed to learn there’s no WI-FI but it wasn’t a deal breaker and knowing my printer is hardwired makes me more comfortable knowing things will print and I won’t lose connectivity.
The printer prints fast and immaculate. It has clear and crisp printing capabilities and everything that prints comes out vibrant. This is my only color laser printer since my other HP Laser printer is only B&W so seeing how quick it prints is nice. It doesn’t get too loud when you’re using it but can sound like it’s running. I like it is a full service printer with printer, fax, scan, copy and more and prints 35ppm. It has 2 sided printing and 3 paper trays, 2 standard. It’s an all around great machine that will print anything I need to. My kids love it for school and I love it for work! There are 4 toner cartrodges total, i black and 3 color and I’ve noticed recently that purchasing off market ink doesn’t always work and I’m not a fan of being forced to only purchase HP ink to use in HP Printers and they are using chips to make that happen but overall I like the printer and hope to use it for many years to come!
Date published: 2024-05-07
Rated 5 out of
5
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kristina192 from
Super Fast Color Printing
When I received the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn, I noticed it was very well packed. It came in a box inside a box with styrofoam supports on each side of the printer. The printer weighs 45 lbs. and the packaging adds several pounds. Upon opening, there was the printer and the power cord, along with a Setup Guide and a Reference Guide. The four color cartridges are preloaded. Luckily, I had an extra USB cable to use.
Setup was simple. They give you a link in the Setup Guide and everything is easy after downloading the drivers. The 4.3” diagonal WLED-backlit touchscreen display is anti-glare. There, you can setup the administrator, users and passwords. This printer has the following functions: print, copy, scan, and fax.
As for printing, I was blown away. The color printing abilities are amazing and super fast. The first color page I printed was out in seconds. The print speed capabilities are up to 35 ppm for color and black ink. Color resolution is 600 x 600 dpi. Black ink is the same, but there is an enhanced dpi option up to 38,400 x 600. The recommended page volume is from 750 to 4,000, which is perfect for printing projects for a small business owner.
You can print using several types of paper and you can print postcards, labels and envelopes. There is a 50-sheet multipurpose tray, a 250-sheet input tray and a 50-sheet Automatic Document Feeder. Duplex printing is automatic (default settings) and there is a 150-sheet output bin to collect your pages. You can print up to 15 envelopes at a time. As far as copying and scanning, there is an automatic feeder which makes the task super easy.
To connect, the following ways can be used: 1 Gigabit Ethernet 10/100/1000 Base-TX Network; 1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 (device or host); Walk-up USB; Auto-crossover Ethernet. You will need one of the following To meet the minimum system requirements: 2 GB available hard drive space, Internet connection or USB port, Internet browser. Compatibility with your operating system must be one of the following: Windows 10 or 11; Windows Client OS; Android; iOS; Mobile OS; macOS 10.15 Catalina; macOS 11 Big Sur; macOS 12 Monterey; macOS 13 Ventura; Linux; Citrix; Chrome OS.
A plus of this product is it is Energy Star certified and EPEAT registered. It also contains post-consumer recycled plastic. Note: The printer will only accept printer cartridges with a new or reused HP chip, so why not continue the trend and get a reused, remanufactured or refilled cartridge.
Date published: 2024-04-26
Rated 4 out of
5
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LilyWest from
Great, with some caveats
Printer was a little larger than anticipated however, it fit nicely in our little alcove desk. It is heavy. Set up was pretty intuitive and straightforward. We ran into some issues with setup when the recommended setup videos told us to set up Wi-Fi connectivity, since this printer does not possess that feature. All of the related info I could find directed me to incorrect info for this printer. The URL given in the literature that came with the printer didn’t want to load. I ended up having to contact support to confirm that Wi-Fi was not an option, just to make sure I losing my mind.
However, when directly connected to our Wi-Fi extender, it had no problem, updating firmware and restarting. At that point we were able to start printing and the quality looks great.
Using the scanner function on the HP printer was straight forward. I put the documents in. It gave me an option to copy initially, but I selected scan. I was able to select whatever options I wanted fairly easily. It defaulted to a JPG file format, but I was able to change that to PDF. Sending it to the USB was easy. However, it jammed on the first scan pass page 5 of 6. It did error out and tell me that it had done that and it had cleared its own jam and still sent to the USB. Reloading it and sending a scan a second time worked fine. It appended a new number to the end of what I had already named it. The ability to scan duplex on this machine was very nice. I did not need to reload. Also, it scanned both sides of the page simultaneously, rather than scanning one side, feeding it back through mechanically a second time and scanning the opposite side. This is an amazing feature and made the entire process faster AND quieter.
Scan quality was great.
There are other options for sending to an email address or onto the network. The printer does have a walk-through to set up and connect in that manner. I chose the ease of the USB because I of the initial setup nightmare.
I'm not a fan of the lack of WiFi or Bluetooth connectivity. Even though this is a working printer designed primarily for office use, as it is a laser printer, it seems that this particular feature would be standard. I understand that HP has their own suite of software and the ability to connect via the world wide web, however it would be nice to NOT have to utilize this approach as it requires additional steps and/or software to interact with the printer. This seems like a massive oversight, even taking into consideration what this printer is designed for.
The printer is definitely designed for office use. I would imagine with mass printing of standard office letterhead or potentially web based portals that use typical colorations. Attempting to place multiple pictures onto a thumb drive (USB) and direct connecting to the printer was easy enough, and printing from the USB was simple. I would have liked the ability to multi-select, instead of print one piece at a time. Additionally, the pictures came out either washed out, if they were already pretty bright, or totally muted, if they were rather dark. (Again, leading me to believe the purpose wasn't high definition printing or picture production, but rather office'esque materials.)
Due to the print style, there is a bit of a chemical smell as the toner material is heated, but it's not overwhelming unless you're either standing right at the machine or sensitive to odors. Repeated exposure would probably have given me a headache but I wasn't around it long enough to test. From print to completions, the printing was relatively fast but with multiple documents, of high resolution (again pictures), you could tell the memory was being taxed. It's likely that documents requiring lots of images OR of a substantial size, would benefit from a print spooler because it's unlikely a standard connection with (or without) computer would suffice. Otherwise, slowing would occur and there would be no way to achieve the estimated ppm (pages per minute).
Overall, this is a really nice printer. Our business, specifically, does quite a bit of printing that involves graphics and other related media, so we are still working out all the related details.
Date published: 2024-04-23
Rated 5 out of
5
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SJDiscGolfer from
Great for Home and Business
This HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn is a well-made printer. It is a bit heavy but very durable machine. The set-up process was simple and guided me along the way. Easily connected to HP Smart Print app for more options. The printer delivered high quality prints in black and white as well as color. Printing multiple copies produced consistent results. Beautiful screen display and ability to add users without admin permissions. Was able to connect multiple computers and my phone. Using this to also support my small business as this machine can handle may printing options for me. Definitely recommend this for families to meet all of their needs.
Date published: 2024-04-22
Rated 5 out of
5
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BooneFam5 from
The office printer for a growing business.
For the past few years, I've been thinking about adding a color laser printer to my home office. I’m a seasoned 20-year IT professional with a passion for technology. Having installed numerous ones in commercial spaces, I understand their convenience and efficiency. Choosing the right model from the get-go is crucial. HP, along with maybe one other brand, often comes to mind as my preferred choice.
The exclusion of WIFI makes the HP 4301fdn stands out for printing sensitive documents whether in a large department or a personal office. Despite its multifunctionality, its size is manageable; it's somewhat taller and deeper than some might prefer for home offices, but its overall footprint is comparable to many high capacity personal inkjet printers.
Pros:
- The printer operates quietly. Being just a few feet away, it neither bothers nor distracts me.
- It delivers fast and detailed prints in both color and black & white.
- Scanning is quick and produces sharp details.
- The manual feed easily accommodates legal-sized paper and bond paper without jamming.
- Features a large, responsive, and accurate touchscreen display.
- Produces vibrant photos, though not quite a substitute for a dedicated photo printer.
- Comes with a 250-sheet tray, and there's an optional 550-sheet tray for busier settings.
Cons:
- The absence of Wi-Fi might be a significant drawback for some.
- Its clinical appearance could use a dash of style like the HP Envy lineup (a personal quibble).
- I would have appreciated Wi-Fi as an optional feature rather than it being omitted altogether, though I recognize the security concerns in certain office environments.
In summary, if you're in the market for a dependable printer with a range of features for either a small or large office, the HP LaserJet Pro MFC 4301fdn is an excellent choice.
Date published: 2024-04-22
Rated 5 out of
5
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dananna from
Fast, Professional Laser Printer for Everyone!
This HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn is an attractive machine that offers all of the tools a small office needs. You can print from multiple machines and apps. The finished document is clear, accurate and dry. Unlike my current OfficeJet Pro that comes out damp from the ink and not as professional looking as I would like.
The HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn provides a professional looking document with the same attractive graphics as the text. I am very pleased with the output from this printer. The copies are well aligned and clear, the copies come out looking better than the original in most cases. The scan function works as needed, you have the capability to scan to your computer hard drive, a usb drive or right into your email. Faxing is easy, fast and accurate. I highly recommend giving the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn a try if you are looking for a printer for your home office or small business this is the printer for you. The only thing to keep in mind about this model is that it does not come with WiFi. The lack of WiFi can be dealt with by adding a separate WiFi bridge. Making this an excellent multi-function printer for everyone.
Date published: 2024-04-16
Rated 5 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Ahead of its time
First off all looks like a printer from the future like 10 yrs in advance ! Awesome color panels, Awesome design. This thing is a workhorse, and HEAVY this means you know its built with Metal and not some cheap plastic.
I printed a handful of color pages, and they are super CRISP and CLEAN and clear.
The printer itself is quiet, Menu's are great etc. Software installation was a breeze (Windows 10)
Used the scanner part, scans nice and clean and the Copier (for color) made really nice color copies of my original's.
Date published: 2024-04-11
Rated 5 out of
5
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Anonymous from
HP went OFF!
First off someone mentioned about this not having WiFi, their “Fdw” version has it but it is missing some of the benefits of the “Fdn” for the quality and speed of the printing.
Ethernet is a bit cumbersome and old school but once it is plugged in, this thing works like an absolute boss. I haven’t had any issues yet with paper jams, it is built like a tank and it oozes quality.
I would have never bought something like this because I have used mainly the Officejet from HP and that has been fine enough, but after seeing the differences in the quality of the ink… well I’m a believer in these big dogs.
I’m looking forward to seeing how long I can go printing with this before needing to replace the ink.
Date published: 2024-04-09
Rated 4 out of
5
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Kodakm from
Beautiful and Quick
I can’t say that I had ever previously considered a printer for its aesthetics. However, I have been very happy with this printers looks, print quality, ease of use, and functionality.
This printer has been a wonderful asset to bring to the office. I have used it to print building plans, design agreements, pictures of acessories and fixtures, and much more. The quality of line and color are both wonderful!
I do wish this printer had a bit more capability in paper size. Otherwise I have been very much pleased!
Date published: 2024-04-09
Rated 5 out of
5
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AJay44 from
Impressive versatility, speed, and print quality
The Color LaserJet Pro 4301fdn is an ideal multi-function printer for a small workgroup or home office. We’ve been thrilled with its performance and ease of use, and our printed output has never looked better. This MFP has practically everything you might need built-in, aside from wireless connectivity. The dual-headed scanner has been especially helpful, as it can scan/copy both sides of a page in one pass.
Installation was straightforward, just a matter of plugging in a network cable and installing HP’s drivers on our computer. We were up and running in only a few minutes. The printer is fully usable out of the box, but a full array of settings is available on the touchscreen display and through an embedded web server. The packed-in documentation is very minimal, so you’ll want to download the full manual online to understand all the options.
The MFP is simple to use, thanks to its uncluttered touch interface and wide compatibility. We had no trouble printing from both our PCs and mobile devices, and the HP Scan software offers extensive control. The printer is very fast, delivering full-color duplex pages in seconds. The main input tray can hold up to a half ream of paper, which is sufficient for our needs. It can also handle legal-size paper, though the front of the drawer sticks out while setup that way.
The 4301fdn is compact enough to fit onto a small printer stand, and it makes a similar amount of noise as our previous laser printers. You can hear a fan running while the unit is idle, but it goes silent after a minute when the unit enters sleep mode. Overall, we’ve been very happy with this MFP in our home office. It easily lives up to HP’s reputation for quality and performance. Highly recommended.
Date published: 2024-04-09
Rated 4 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Fast, Quiet Printer
The HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301 fdn printer is a fast, quiet printer. This printer replaced an older one that was definitely on it's last leg. I can now confidently print without worrying about paper jams, or the quality of my printed document not being up to par. I'm still trying to figure out how to scan multiple pages into one document onto a usb, but being able to scan to my computer via HP Scan is definitely helping me out. I recommend this printer to anyone who prints a lot and wants the peace of mind that you can get work done without facing printer issues.
Date published: 2024-04-09
Rated 5 out of
5
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usamanasir from
Perfect For my Daily work
The HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn stands as a beacon of efficiency and innovation in the modern office environment. This multifunction printer offers an impressive array of features designed to enhance productivity and streamline workflows. Firstly, its color laser technology ensures high-quality prints with vibrant colors and sharp text, making it ideal for producing professional documents, presentations, and marketing materials.
One of the standout features of the 4301fdn is its duplex printing capability, which allows for automatic two-sided printing, saving time and paper. Additionally, its fast print speeds mean that you won't be left waiting around for documents, enhancing office efficiency. The printer also supports a wide range of paper sizes and types, adding to its versatility.
Connectivity is another area where this model excels. With built-in Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and the ability to print directly from mobile devices using HP Smart app, the 4301fdn offers flexible printing options for a variety of work settings. This connectivity, coupled with its robust security features, ensures that sensitive documents remain protected while allowing for seamless integration into any office's workflow.
Furthermore, the intuitive touchscreen interface simplifies operation, making it easy for users of all skill levels to access the printer’s extensive functions. The inclusion of an automatic document feeder and the ability to scan, copy, and fax in addition to printing, consolidates multiple devices into one compact unit, saving valuable office space.
Overall, the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn is a superb choice for businesses seeking a reliable, high-quality, and versatile printing solution. Its combination of speed, efficiency, and connectivity wrapped in a secure and user-friendly package makes it an invaluable asset in any office.
Date published: 2024-04-09
Rated 4 out of
5
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Fargoan from
Great multi-function printer with some quirks
First off, this is a nice printer: crisp print quality and prints fast too. Scan and copy function leaves no room for complaints. However, I had a very difficult time setting this up using wifi alone. It detects the wifi and when password is entered it tries and then fails. When it comes back up, it doesn't see that same wifi again unless I move to a different screen and come back to the network setup screen. I do not know if this has to do with the dial type selector or not but it was very odd and took a lot of finagling that I wasn't expecting.
I ended up setting this up with ethernet and it was smooth sailing from there. Print quality is great, I also did some photo printing, and was blown away by the crips, studio-like print quality on photo paper. Once set up, this machine is great!
Date published: 2024-04-09
Rated 5 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Versatile and high quality printer
I bought this all-in-one color laserjet printer for my home office and I’m very happy with it. It’s fast, reliable, and produces excellent print quality. The scanner and fax functions work well, and the single-pass duplex ADF is a great feature. The color reproduction is excellent especially when using speciality photo paper. HP also provides fun and creative tools with built-in templates for printing greeting cards or any kind of forms. The touch screen is easy to use and the printer supports various connectivity options, including Ethernet and USB. The printer is also compact and doesn’t take up much space on my cabinet. This printer comes with a standard 210A toner.
The downside is that the toner cartridges are quite expensive. This printer doesn't take 3rd party toner since HP embedded chips that requires to use the original toner, but the toner capacity can print up to 2,000 pages (black) and 1,800 pages (color) for the standard size and 7,500 pages (black) and 5,500 pages (color) yield for the XL version. Therefore, It is more economical in the long run using laser jet toner than ink.
The software setup might take a bit of learning as the manual is pretty basic. This opens a room for improvement for HP to create a comprehensive manual. For example: sign in via the printer control panel needs to access the default admin PIN which is located inside the toner door. Nothing mentioned in the manual. HP support went in the wrong direction. Another issue when setting up the "scan to email" feature particularly with Gmail accounts. This requires a PIN password setup within the Google account to bypass 2FA authentication. Other setup might require more technical knowledge about networking. One last thing, this model doesn't support wireless connectivity.
Overall, I would recommend this printer to anyone who needs a versatile and high-quality color laser printer for their small or home office. It’s a bit pricey, but it’s worth it for the performance and features.
Date published: 2024-04-09
Rated 4 out of
5
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Anonymous from
First Impression
The HP Color Laser Jet Pro 4301 fdn was securely packaged when it arrived. You may or may not need two people to unpack it. Since it is heavy and awkward to remove from the shipping and manufacturing box. The reference guide listed the features of the printer and the touchscreen dashboard. The directions to set up, download the software and printer drivers was easy to read. Currently I have the printer set up with a USB cord. I will need to get an adapter for my laptop since it does not have an Ethernet port. First impressions are good. I have only printed a few pages and what I did print the text was clear, the colors are not as vibrant as i thought they would be. However, that could also have something to do with the inexpensive low-quality paper I used.
Date published: 2024-04-09
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Anonymous from
Great Printer, But Missing Wi-Fi Capability
I recently had the opportunity to try out the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn, and overall, I was impressed with its performance.
Positives:
Speed: One of the standout features of this printer is its impressive printing speed. Whether I was printing documents or graphics-heavy materials, the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn delivered fast results without compromising on quality. This is a huge plus for anyone who values efficiency in their printing tasks.
Clarity: Another aspect that deserves praise is the clarity of the prints. Text appeared sharp and crisp, while colors were vibrant and true to life. Whether I was printing text documents or colorful presentations, the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn consistently produced high-quality prints that looked professional and polished.
Negatives:
Wi-Fi Connectivity: Unfortunately, one major downside of this printer is its inability to connect via Wi-Fi. In today's wireless world, many users rely on the convenience of wireless printing to streamline their workflows and reduce cable clutter. It's disappointing that the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn lacks this feature, as it means users must rely on a direct wired connection for printing tasks.
Overall, the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn is a solid choice for users who prioritize speed and clarity in their printing needs. However, the absence of Wi-Fi connectivity may be a dealbreaker for some users who depend on wireless printing capabilities.
Date published: 2024-04-09
Rated 4 out of
5
by
puppyfan from
Prints beautifully and fast
I was surprised at how clear the colors were on this printer. I replaced an inkjet prinnter with this one and there is no comparison. The only downside was it was tricky to install and you must have an ethernet cable. I love the quietness and quick printing and I really love beinng able to print from my phone.
Date published: 2024-04-09
Rated 5 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Perfect color and quality
I was impressed with the color quality, I had been using an older HP color laser but was blown away at how my proposals come out now on this Color LaserJet Pro MFP. This printer is also super-fast. The initial setup is a bit tricky as you have to download the HP software to each computer in my small company in order to use the full functionality on those computers. The fax feature is awesome as we can now fax from each of our computers directly. Scanning is also flawless and we can scan directly to a USB drive that is something I didn't know I needed till now. The only small drawback is 1 printer tray for paper and a 2nd is a foldout for envelopes but only a few at a time. ALL in ALL, a fine printer from the folks at HP. I highly recommend for a home office or a small business.
Date published: 2024-04-09
Rated 5 out of
5
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danmanca from
Great Color MFP
This is a great Color MFP. Prints quickly, feeds, scans, and copies very quickly as well. Great product overall. Easy to configure on both my Windows Laptop, My Samsung Android Phone, and my Wife's iPhone without any issue. Overall a great printer that prints high quality color laser printouts and colors look great. Aesthetically this looks great as well. Highly recommended if you are looking for a color LaserJet printer for your small business, home office, or just general family printing.
Date published: 2024-04-09
WHAT IS THE SCANNING SPEED IN COLOR; 600 DPI?
Thank you for your question! The scanning speeds of this HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301-4303dw/fdn/fdw Printer series are: Up to 31ppm, up to 28ppm Letter; Up to 29 ppm, up to 26 ppm A4; Duplex: Up to 46 ipm (b&w), up to 37 ipm (color) Letter; Up to 44 ipm (b&w), up to 35 ipm (color) A4
Date published: 2024-05-14
How to print an envelope
Thank you for your question! The User Guide for this printer can be found at this link: https://support.hp.com/us-en/product/setup-user-guides/hp-color-laserjet-pro-mfp-4301-4303-dw-fdn-fdw-printer-series/38348016
Date published: 2024-05-10
I thought laser printers used toner. This one says it uses ink cartridges like my inkjet printer. Why?
The HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn Printer uses new technology and uses TerraJet laser toner cartridges. This is not an inkjet printer. More information will be available after the printer is released. Thanks for your interest in this LaserJet Pro Printer.
Date published: 2023-04-20
Regarding scanning documents with the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3401fdn Printer, do I see the feeder to scan multiple pages at a time on the top of the device? If so, is it capable of scanning double sided documents or just single sided? Thanks!
Hello. Thanks for your question. You can scan up to 50 pages through the ADF (Auto Document Feeder) on top of this Laserjet Pro 4301fdn printer. You can also scan double-sided documents through the ADF.
Date published: 2023-12-26
Is this printer noisy?
Thank you for your question! As this question is a matter of perspective or opinion, this forum can't answer this question. What may be considered a loud printer to some, may not be to others.
Date published: 2024-06-07
When using the scanner on the HP 4301FDN, does this printer come with the "Delete blank pages" feature that is found on HP Scanjet products?
Thank you for your question! Yes, To delete blank pages using the HP Scan Software, users can try the following steps:
Go to the Document tab and select Adjust documents.
In the Adjust documents dialog box, select Delete blank pages.
Use the Sensitivity slider to determine how blank a page needs to be for detection and deletion.
The HP drivers for this printer can be found here: https://support.hp.com/us-en/drivers/hp-color-laserjet-pro-mfp-4301-4303dw-fdn-fdw-printer-series/38348016
Date published: 2024-08-09
Does this printer have the duplex scanning feature?
Yes, this HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn Printer has duplex scanning. Also, the duplex scanning is done in a single pass. Thanks for your question!
Date published: 2023-04-28
What is the scan resolution?
This HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4301fdn Printer has a scan resolution of up to 600 x 600 dpi. Thank you for your question!
Date published: 2023-07-19
