Dell 330-8985
The Dell 330-8985 is the high-yield black toner cartridge for Dell's 3333 and 3335 series monochrome printers and multifunction units, including the 3333, 3333dn, 3335, and 3335dn. Rated at roughly 14,000 pages, it is the cartridge to choose when the printer serves a whole workgroup rather than one desk.
Alongside it in the family sit the standard-yield 330-8986 (about 8,000 pages) for lighter use and equivalent cartridges under Dell's alternate part numbers. Whether you pick genuine OEM or a quality compatible, buying the high-yield size is the simplest way to cut your cost per page on these printers.
Toner Cartridges for Dell 330-8985
This printer works with the following toner cartridges:
- Dell 330-8985
- Dell 330-8986
- Dell G7D0Y
- Dell V99K8
- Dell YY0JN
- Dell R2PCF
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 330-8985 and 330-8986?
They are the standard and high-capacity versions of the same toner cartridge for this printer family: G7D0Y, V99K8, YY0JN and R2PCF are alternate Dell numbers covering the same two capacities. Both fit the same slot; choose by comparing cost per page against your monthly volume.
The printer displays 'wrong cartridge' after I installed a new one, why?
That message usually means the cartridge's region or family code does not match what the printer expects, so double-check the number against your old cartridge, since the 330-8985 family has lookalike numbers for different printer generations. If the number matches exactly, clean the chip contacts and reseat the cartridge.
Should I shake a new cartridge before installing it?
A gentle side-to-side rock is worthwhile: it levels toner that settled during shipping and warehousing, giving you even density from the first page. Do not shake it vigorously or upside down, which can force toner past the seals and cause leaking.