This printing device employs the customary USB 2.0 hi-speed ports and Ethernet 10/100/1000 Base-TX network options. Additionally, the printer features a built-in 802.11 b/g/n option that enables authentication through the WEP/WEP2 protocol. Conveniently, there is a front-facing USB or flash driver for USB printing, storage, and direct print device functionality.
HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M280nw printer Replacing Cartridges
Black LaserJet Toner HP 202A Cartridge (paper yield ~ 1,400)
Cyan LaserJet Toner HP 202A Cartridge (paper yield ~ 1,300 pages)
Yellow LaserJet Toner HP 202A Cartridge (paper yield ~ 1,300 pages)
Magenta LaserJet Toner HP 202A Cartridge (paper yield ~ 1,300 pages)
Black LaserJet Toner HP 202X Cartridge (paper yield ~ 3,200 pages)
Cyan LaserJet Toner HP 202X Cartridge (paper yield ~ 2,500 pages)
Yellow LaserJet Toner HP 202X Cartridge (paper yield ~ 2,500 pages)
Magenta LaserJet Toner HP 202X Cartridge (paper yield ~ 2,500 pages)
Black LaserJet Toner HP 203A Cartridge (paper yield ~ 1,400 pages)
Cyan LaserJet Toner HP 203A Cartridge (paper yield ~ 1,300 pages)
Yellow LaserJet Toner HP 203A Cartridge (paper yield ~ 1,300 pages)
Magenta LaserJet Toner HP 203A Cartridge (paper yield ~ 1,300 pages)
Black LaserJet Toner HP 203X Cartridge (paper yield ~ 3,200 pages)
Cyan LaserJet Toner HP 203X Cartridge (paper yield ~ 2,500 pages)
Yellow LaserJet Toner HP 203X Cartridge (paper yield ~ 2,500 pages)
Magenta LaserJet Toner HP 203X Cartridge (paper yield ~ 2,500 pages)
for Windows
| Filename | Size | Download |
| Full Software Solution for windows 7 8 8.1 10 and 11.exe | 253.63 MB | |
| Basic Software Solution for windows XP Vista 7 8 8.1 10 32 bit.exe | 79.26 MB | |
| Basic Software Solution for windows 7 8 8.1 10 64 bit and 11.exe | 89.11 MB | |
| PCL6 Universal Print Driver for Windows 7 8 8.1 10 32 bit and 11.exe | 18.29 MB | |
| PCL6 Universal Print Driver for Windows 7 8 8.1 10 64 bit and 11.exe | 20.67 MB | |
| PostScript Universal Print Driver for Windows 7 8 8.1 10 32 bit and 11.exe | 19.52 MB | |
| PostScript Universal Print Driver for Windows 7 8 8.1 10 64 bit and 11.exe | 21.81 MB | |
| USB connected PCL6 Universal Print Driver for Windows 7 8 8.1 10 32 bit and 11.exe | 18.40 MB | |
| USB connected PCL6 Universal Print Driver for Windows 7 8 8.1 10 64 bit and 11.exe | 20.74 MB | |
| USB connected PostScript Universal Print Driver for Windows 7 8 8.1 10 32 bit and 11.exe | 19.62 MB | |
| USB connected PostScript Universal Print Driver for Windows 7 8 8.1 10 64 bit and 11.exe | 21.87 MB | |
| Easy Start Printer Setup Software for Windows 10 and 11.exe | 11.33 MB | |
| Easy Start Printer Setup Software for Windows 8 8.1.exe | 11.33 MB | |
| Easy Start Printer Setup Software for Windows 7.exe | 11.33 MB |
HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M280nw driver for Mac
| Filename | Size | Download |
| Easy Start Printer Setup Software for Mac OS X 10.9 to 11.zipSupported Operating Systems : macOS Big Sur 11.0.x, Mac OS Catalina 10.15.x | 9.06 MB |
HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M280nw driver for Linux
Linux (32-bit), Linux (64-bit)
| Filename | Size | Download |
| Helip installer.run | 21.41 MB |
Specifications
The device offers several copy adjustment options, such as contrast and page and color intensity optimization, all of which can be controlled easily. Additionally, there is a wide range of reduction and enlargement adjustments available, with limits of 25% to 400%. With this feature, you can even print up to 99 copies from a single original document. Whether you’re printing in color or monochrome, the device can produce up to 21 copies per minute (CPM).
This particular printer model does not possess the capability to fax, but it boasts an impressive memory of 256 MB DDR and 256 MB of flash. It offers various mobile printing solutions, including HP ePrint, Apple AirPrint, and Mopria certification, as well as Wireless Direct Printing and mobile app support. The recommended network protocols are TCP/IP, IPv4, IPv6, and Web service printing. In terms of physical dimensions, the printer spans 16.7 inches in width, 13.3 inches in height, and approximately 18.7 inches in depth. The weight of the printer is up to 18 kg, which equates to around 39.6 lbs.
Regarding paper handling, the printer boasts an input tray with a capacity of 250 sheets of plain paper, with an allowance for a stack height of approximately 25 mm. In contrast, the output tray can only accommodate around 100 sheets of printed documents, with a maximum height of 10 mm. This printer supports a range of media sizes, including letter, legal, executive, and photopapers, as well as some lesser-known options.
In terms of media types, this printer is compatible with a variety of paper options, including bond paper, transparencies, plain and glossy sheets, heavy paper, brochure stock, and letterheads.