Your Printer's Best Friend since 1998

HP LaserJet 4050tn Supplies

That Is My Printer

4050tn Specifications

Print speed:17 ppm
Print resolution:1200x1200 dpi
Recommended monthly volume:65,000 pages
Memory:16 MB RAM, up to 200 MB
Duplex printing:No
Paper handling:
  • 100-sheet multi-purpose tray
  • 2 x 250-sheet input tray
Interface:
  • COM
  • LPT
  • Ethernet 10/100 Base TX
OS compatibility:
  • Microsoft Windows 95/98/ 2000/Me/ NT/XP
  • Apple MacOS 7.0 or later
  • Novell NetWare 3.11 or later
Dimensions:16.8 x 15.2 x 15.4 in.

Toner Cartridges, Maintenance Kits and Parts

HP LaserJet 4050tn
HP Preferred Partner

12 Items

Frequently Asked Questions

The LaserJet 4050tn uses 6 toner cartridges, including HP C4127X, HP C4127A and CTC C4127XM.

HP C4127A (HP 27A) prints 6000 pages, HP C4127X (HP 27X) prints 10000 pages. Choose HP C4127X (HP 27X) for high-volume printing (lower cost per page); HP C4127A (HP 27A) costs less upfront for occasional use.

The HP C4127X cartridge has an approximate yield of 10000 pages.

For HP C4127X you can choose Genuine HP (HP C4127X (HP 27X)) or a Remanufactured option (CTC C4127X) at a lower price per page, same 10000 page yield. For HP C4127A you can choose Genuine HP (HP C4127A (HP 27A)) or a Remanufactured option (CTC C4127A) at a lower price per page, same 6000 page yield.

Yes — MICR (magnetic) toner is available: CTC C4127XM.

Yes — the replacement fuser for the LaserJet 4050tn is: HP RG5-2661-490.

The LaserJet 4050tn uses these maintenance parts: HP C4118A (HP C4118-69003), HP C4118-67909 (HP 27A).

When the LaserJet 4050tn throws a "Supply Problem" error, the printer often simply can't read the cartridge chip. Give it a full power-cycle, take the cartridge out and put it back securely, and lightly buff the metal contacts with a dry, lint-free cloth. If it persists after all that, the cartridge is likely worn — install HP C4127X.