Product details
HP 123A Magenta Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge (Q3973A)
Revitalize your color printing with the HP 123A Magenta Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge (Q3973A), designed for reliable performance in small to medium office settings. This genuine HP cartridge produces vivid magenta shades and sharp graphics, ensuring professional-quality documents and images. Compatible with select HP Color LaserJet printers, it offers consistent output, easy installation, and eco-conscious design to support efficient workflows while minimizing environmental impact.
Key Features
The HP 123A (Q3973A) includes six essential features for intermediate users seeking dependable color printing:
- Standard Page Yield: Delivers up to 2,000 pages at 5% coverage, suitable for moderate-volume printing and reducing the frequency of replacements in everyday use.
- Vibrant Color Reproduction: Utilizes advanced laser toner formulation for rich, consistent magenta tones, enhancing the quality of color documents, photos, and marketing materials.
- Reliable Performance: Engineered for page-to-page consistency, minimizing jams and defects to ensure smooth operation in compatible HP printers.
- Easy Installation: Features a straightforward design for quick, mess-free replacement, allowing users to resume printing with minimal downtime.
- Genuine HP Authenticity: Includes security measures to verify originality, protecting against counterfeits and maintaining printer warranty.
- Eco-Friendly Design: Supports HP’s Planet Partners recycling program, using sustainable materials to reduce waste and promote environmental responsibility.
Specifications Table
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Color | Magenta |
| Page Yield | ~2,000 pages (at 5% coverage) |
| Technology | LaserJet |
| Compatibility | HP Color LaserJet 2550L, 2550LN, 2550, 2820 AIO, 2840 AIO |
| Package Dimensions (W x D x H) | 14.8 x 5.2 x 5.8 inches (376 x 132 x 147 mm) |
| Package Weight | ~1.98 lb (~0.9 kg) |
| Operating Temperature | 50 to 90.5°F (10 to 32.5°C) |
| Storage Temperature | -4 to 104°F (-20 to 40°C) |
| What’s in the Box | 1 Toner Cartridge |
Toner Usage
The HP 123A Magenta Toner Cartridge employs efficient laser technology, yielding approximately 2,000 pages based on ISO/IEC 19752 standards at 5% page coverage. Actual yield varies with content complexity, printer settings, and conditions—higher density graphics or images will deplete toner faster. Designed for HP Color LaserJet 2550, 2820, and 2840 series printers, it integrates seamlessly for optimal results. Use HP printer software to monitor levels and order supplies proactively. Always select genuine HP cartridges to avoid damage, ensure brilliant colors, and preserve warranty. Participate in HP’s free recycling program for sustainable disposal.
In summary, the HP 123A (Q3973A) provides dependable, high-quality magenta printing, combining affordability, ease of use, and eco-features for everyday office needs.







