LaserJet 5P

In 1995, the HP LaserJet 5P helped prove that a laser printer could live comfortably on an individual's desk. This compact monochrome printer brought sharp laser output to home offices and small workgroups without the bulk — or the price tag — of the departmental machines of the era.

It runs on the HP 03A toner cartridge (C3903A), the same cartridge shared across the 5P and 6P families. Choose a compatible C3903A for everyday value or a genuine OEM HP 03A when you want factory-original output.

Toner Cartridges for LaserJet 5P

This printer works with the following toner cartridges:

• HP C3903A

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I fix light vertical bands on prints from my HP LaserJet 5P?

For the HP LaserJet 5P, vertical light streaks usually live inside the C3903A cartridge rather than the printer. Reseat the HP 03A cartridge after a gentle redistribution; bands that survive that step on the HP LaserJet 5P mean it is time for a new C3903A.

Will the HP LaserJet 5P work with a newer computer?

The HP LaserJet 5P can generally be coaxed onto a modern computer: try HP's support site for a driver, then fall back to the universal print driver. As long as the HP LaserJet 5P connects over USB or the network, the software side is solvable.

Which toner cartridge does the HP LaserJet 5P take?

You need a HP 03A cartridge for the HP LaserJet 5P — part number C3903A. It is a single black toner cartridge, since the HP LaserJet 5P is a monochrome printer.