LaserJet 5100
The LaserJet 5100, introduced in 2000, refreshed HP's wide-format line with a faster engine and improved paper handling. This A3 monochrome printer became the default tabloid workhorse for a new decade of offices.
The cartridge family is HP 29A/29X: C4129A standard, C4129X high-yield. Compatible and genuine OEM cartridges both fit the 5100.
Toner Cartridges for LaserJet 5100
This printer works with the following toner cartridges:
- HP C4129A
- HP C4129X
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the C4129A and C4129X cartridges for the HP LaserJet 5100?
The C4129A is the standard-yield HP 29A cartridge and the C4129X is the high-yield HP 29X — both made for the HP LaserJet 5100. If you print regularly, the C4129X usually means fewer cartridge swaps over time.
How can I lower toner costs on the HP LaserJet 5100?
The biggest lever on the HP LaserJet 5100 is cartridge choice: compatible HP 29A toner costs less to run than OEM C4129A for routine work. Pair it with draft-mode printing and the HP LaserJet 5100 sips toner instead of gulping it.
How should I store a spare C4129A cartridge for the HP LaserJet 5100?
Leave the spare C4129A in its original packaging, lying flat in a room-temperature spot. That keeps the HP 29A toner inside evenly settled for the day the HP LaserJet 5100 calls for it.