ECOSYS M2040dn
The ECOSYS M2040dn is Kyocera's answer for a small workgroup that wants everything in one box: print, copy, scan and fax in a compact monochrome multifunction printer, with duplex and network connectivity built in as standard. It runs on one black cartridge, the TK1172, rated for approximately 7,200 pages. The same toner family is sold in Europe as TK-1170; machines in the US take the TK1172 listed here.
Small teams pick this model because it consolidates four jobs onto one desktop footprint and one supply. The DN suffix marks the two features offices ask for first — two-sided printing and a network port — while the ECOSYS long-life drum stretches service intervals far beyond what the toner cycle alone would suggest. Across years of desktop service the running costs stay low, which is the entire point of the ECOSYS design.
Toner Cartridges for ECOSYS M2040dn
| Cartridge | Color | Page Yield |
|---|---|---|
| TK1172 — 1 cartridge | Black | ~7,200 pages |
| TK1172 — 2 cartridges | Black | ~7,200 pages |
| TK1172 — 3 cartridges | Black | ~7,200 pages |
| TK1172 — 5 cartridges | Black | ~7,200 pages |
| TK1172 — 10 cartridges | Black | ~7,200 pages |
Which cartridge should you buy?
Every listing above is the same TK1172 cartridge; the choice is purely about stocking rhythm. A single cartridge suits a quiet desk where 7,200 pages last a long while. A shared workgroup machine burns through pages faster than most teams expect, so the 2-pack or 3-pack is the practical default — one cartridge in the machine, one on the shelf. Offices standardizing on this platform across several desks can drop their cost per page further with the 5-pack or 10-pack and stop thinking about toner for months at a time.
Chip, toner and everyday use
The cartridge chip reports toner level to the panel, so a low warning usually arrives with hundreds of pages still in reserve — enough time to finish the week's print runs while a replacement ships. When a fresh cartridge goes in, pull the seal completely and push the unit home until it seats; a chip that is not recognized almost always traces back to a cartridge sitting slightly proud of its slot. Keep the spare in its box in a cool drawer, and remember the 7,200-page rating assumes roughly 5% coverage per page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which toner does the ECOSYS M2040dn use?
The TK1172 black toner cartridge, rated for approximately 7,200 pages at about 5% coverage per ISO/IEC 19752. Jobs with heavier coverage will finish a cartridge sooner.
Will a compatible cartridge void my M2040dn warranty?
No — using a compatible cartridge does not void the printer manufacturer's warranty. Our compatible TK1172 cartridges are covered by a 1-year warranty with 1-year returns. (Leased machines can carry separate contract terms, so check with your dealer if yours is leased.)
Does the M2040dn share its toner with other Kyocera models?
Yes. The ECOSYS M2540dw and the ECOSYS M2640idw run on the same TK1172 cartridge, so a mixed fleet of the three models stocks a single supply.
Does this model need drum replacements?
No separate drum is on the shopping list. The ECOSYS long-life drum works alongside the toner to extend service intervals, leaving toner as the only routine purchase.
More printers that use the same cartridges
The TK1172 cartridge also fits these Kyocera models: ECOSYS M2540dw, ECOSYS M2640idw.