Hewlett Packard
Compatible HP 78A (CE278A) Toner Cartridge Black
- Page Yield:
- 2,100 Pages
- Availability:
- In Stock
- Shipping:
- Calculated at Checkout
- Page Yield:
- 2,100 Pages
- Availability:
- In Stock
- Shipping:
- Calculated at Checkout
- Compatible Printers
- Specifications
- SKU:
- CS-HP-CE278A-Black-N1
- Printer Brand:
- Hewlett Packard
- OEM Number:
- CE278A
- Ink Color:
- Black
- Page Yield:
- 2,100 Pages
- Printer Type:
- Laser Cartridge
- Condition:
- New Compatible
- Description
- Reviews

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The HP 78A LaserJet Series includes a variety of printers such as the LaserJet M1536, LaserJet M1536D, LaserJet M1536DN, LaserJet M1536DNF MFP, LaserJet M1536F, LaserJet M1536N, LaserJet M1536NF, LaserJet P1566, LaserJet P1606, LaserJet P1606DN, LaserJet M1530, LaserJet M1530MFP, LaserJet M1536DNF, LaserJet Pro M1536, LaserJet Pro M1536DNF, LaserJet Pro P1566, and LaserJet Pro P1606 models, among others. These printers are renowned for their reliability and efficiency in various printing environments. Compatible with these printers is the CE278A Black cartridge, recognized as the HP 78A toner cartridge and toner cartridge. This cartridge ensures consistent and high-quality prints, whether it's for documents, reports, or presentations. The LaserJet M1536 and LaserJet P1606 series printers are designed to meet the demands of small offices and home use, offering fast printing speeds and reliable performance. The LaserJet Pro M1536 and LaserJet Pro P1606 models cater to professional printing needs, providing enhanced features for efficiency and productivity. With the HP 78A cartridge, users can expect sharp and clear text output, making it ideal for printing professional documents and correspondence. The cartridge delivers reliable performance and consistent print quality, ensuring that every printout meets expectations. Investing in the HP 78A LaserJet Series printers and cartridges ensures reliable printing solutions that meet the demands of everyday printing tasks. With their durable construction and consistent performance, these printers are a valuable addition to any workspace.
Cross-reference: HP CE278A, the 78A standard-yield toner cartridge (2,100 pages), is the same cartridge Canon sells under two numbers: Canon Cartridge 126 for the Color imageCLASS LBP6200d, and Canon Cartridge 128 (3500B001AA) for the imageCLASS MF4450, MF4570dn, MF4570dw, MF4770n, MF4880dw, MF4890dw, D530 and D550 and the FAXPHONE L100 and L190. Canon rates both Cartridge 126 and Cartridge 128 at 2,100 pages (ISO/IEC standard).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the right cartridge for a home-office LaserJet on this platform?
If the machine is one of the LaserJet M1536 series, a P1566 or a P1606dn, yes: they all take the CE278A, sold here as the HP 78A, a single black cartridge at $26.60. The part number on the cartridge you pull out is the confirmation to trust.
How long will one cartridge last in home-office use?
It is rated at 2,100 pages of ordinary text. A home office printing letters, forms and the occasional long document will take far longer to work through that than a busy office floor — for many home users a cartridge is a rare purchase rather than a routine one.
How complicated is fitting it without any technical help?
Not complicated at all. Open the top, slide the used cartridge out, remove the new one's protective pieces, rock it gently from side to side, and slide it in until it seats. The machine needs no setup afterwards; the whole job is a few minutes at the desk.
Where does the order ship from?
From whichever of our four warehouses — IL, PA, GA and CA — is closest to your address, which keeps most deliveries short. The shipping & returns page carries the full delivery detail.
Can I order before the old cartridge fully runs out?
That is the sensible way to do it. A sealed cartridge waits happily in a drawer — flat, dry and out of direct sun — so ordering at the first low-toner warning means the replacement is already at hand when the old one truly finishes.
What if something is wrong with it?
The cartridge carries a 1-year warranty and 1-year free returns, and support can be reached Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM CST if you would like a hand checking a print problem first.
About This HP 78A (CE278A) Cartridge
A single CE278A black cartridge — the HP 78A — rated at 2,100 pages and priced at $26.60, sized for the steady, unglamorous work of a home or small office running a LaserJet M1536, a P1566 or a P1606dn. One cartridge is the machine's entire supply list, which keeps running these printers refreshingly simple.
Delivery and returns terms are set out on the shipping & returns page, and the multipacks of this same cartridge live in the HP section of the catalogue.

