Color Laser Laser 1710
Total cost of ownership is the quiet argument for the Dell 1710. The printer itself was inexpensive, it prints at up to 27 ppm with 1200-dpi output that never feels budget, and its running costs stay low because everything comes out of one black cartridge: the 310-5402. The listings below offer that cartridge singly and in packs up to ten, under both the 1700 and 1700-D listing names.
Dell even built help into the machine for the one chore it needs: the Toner Management System warns you before the cartridge runs dry, so reordering happens on your schedule instead of mid-document. That is the 1710's whole personality — a personal or small-team laser that asks little and delivers crisp pages. Owners who print daily lean on the high-capacity version of this cartridge, which delivers thousands of pages per install; occasional users do fine with a standard single and reorder when the warning appears.
Toner Cartridges for Dell 1710
| Cartridge | Color | Page Yield |
|---|---|---|
| 310-5402 — Single cartridge | Black | See product page |
| 310-5402 — 2 pack | Black | See product page |
| 310-5402 — 3 pack | Black | See product page |
| 310-5402 — 5 pack | Black | See product page |
| 310-5402 — 10 pack | Black | See product page |
| 310-5402 — Single cartridge (1700-D listing) | Black | See product page |
| 310-5402 — 2 pack (1700-D listing) | Black | See product page |
| 310-5402 — 3 pack (1700-D listing) | Black | See product page |
| 310-5402 — 5 pack (1700-D listing) | Black | See product page |
| 310-5402 — 10 pack (1700-D listing) | Black | See product page |
Both listing groups above are the same 310-5402 cartridge, and either fits the 1710.
Which cartridge should you buy?
Let the warning light be your calendar. If the 1710 serves one person printing moderately, buy a single cartridge when the Toner Management System speaks up and keep the cash in your pocket the rest of the year. Heavier users should think about cost per page instead: the high-capacity cartridge spreads its price over thousands of pages, and a 2 pack removes the reorder errand entirely for long stretches. The 3, 5 and 10 packs belong in offices where this model sits alongside its cartridge-sharing relatives, letting one shelf stock serve several printers at the lowest per-cartridge price on the page.
Chip, toner and everyday use
A compatible cartridge's chip is what lets the 1710's toner monitoring keep working — the printer reads the level and warns you in good time, just as it would with a Dell original. Install with the printer powered, remove all packing material and the seal strip, and push the cartridge home until it clicks. Ratings are measured at 5% coverage; a page of dense contracts uses more toner than a page of email, so real life varies. Unopened spares live happily for a long time in a drawer — keep them sealed, flat and away from heat vents, and rotate stock so the oldest cartridge goes in first.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which cartridge should I order for the Dell 1710?
The black 310-5402. It is the only cartridge this monochrome printer uses, and every listing on this page carries that code.
Does the 1710 tell me when toner is low?
Yes. Dell's Toner Management System flags low toner before the cartridge is empty, giving you time to order a replacement without downtime.
1700 or 1700-D listing — does it matter?
No. Both groups sell the identical 310-5402 cartridge; the difference is only the listing name. Choose by pack size.
Are compatible cartridges for the 1710 guaranteed?
They carry a 1-year warranty and 1-year returns, so a faulty cartridge is replaced or refunded within that period.
More printers that use the same cartridges
The same cartridge keeps several Dell models running — useful if your office mixes them: Color Laser 1700N, Color Laser 1710N, Color Laser 1700, Dell 310-5402, Laser 1700, Laser 1700N, Laser 1710, Laser 1710N.