SKU:

HEWCE260X-COM

Printer Brand:

Hewlett Packard

OEM Number:

CE260X

Ink Color:

Black

Page Yield:

17,000 Pages

Printer Type:

Laser Cartridge

Condition:

New Compatible

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the 649X name on this cartridge mean?

It identifies this as the CE260X, HP's 649X high-yield black cartridge for the Color LaserJet CP4525dn family. The X marks the extended-capacity version in this cartridge line: it is rated at 17,000 pages, which is why high-volume departments choose it. This listing is for that single high-yield black cartridge at $71.65.

What does a 17,000-page yield look like in a real office?

Yield is measured on standard test pages, so your mileage follows your coverage: a department printing 500 text pages a week can expect months of service, while dense reports and heavy graphics shorten that. The practical point of the high-yield rating is fewer changeovers — the cartridge keeps working through long billing runs, statement batches and proposal deadlines without a mid-job stop.

Does it install the same way as any other cartridge in this printer?

Yes. It uses the same black slot and the same routine: open the front door, remove the old unit, rock the new cartridge gently side to side, pull the sealing tape, and slide it in until it seats. There are no settings to adjust for the larger capacity — the printer reads the cartridge and tracks its level the same way.

How do I track how much life is left?

Check the supplies status page from the control panel, or the gauges in the printer's embedded web server if the machine is networked. With a long-life cartridge the percentage falls slowly, so a monthly glance is enough for most offices; when the gauge enters its low band, order the replacement so it is on site before the current cartridge finishes.

Can I keep a spare on hand, or does it age on the shelf?

A sealed cartridge stores well. Keep the spare in its bag, lying flat in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight, and it will be ready when the installed cartridge runs out — even if that is many months later. Busy print rooms often keep exactly one spare of this size, since each unit covers so much ground.

What protection comes with the purchase?

The cartridge is covered by a 1-year warranty and 1-year free returns, with the details published on our shipping and returns page. Orders are dispatched from our Illinois, Pennsylvania, Georgia and California warehouses. For help choosing or troubleshooting, support is staffed Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM CST.

About This CE260X High-Yield Black Cartridge

For a HP CP4525 that never seems to stop, the CE260X — the 649X cartridge — is the black supply sized to the machine's workload. Its 17,000-page rating stretches the interval between orders and swaps, which is what a shared high-volume printer actually needs from its black cartridge. At $71.65, it turns black toner into a twice-a-year errand instead of a monthly one.