This printer employs the conventional USB 2.0 hi-speed ports and Ethernet 10/100/1000 Base-TX network alternatives. Moreover, the printer utilizes the integrated 802.11 b/g/n option with authentication through the WEP/WEP2. To add to that, a front-facing USB or flash driver is present to facilitate USB printing, storage, and direct print device.
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 functionality of this device allows for the customization of several copies, as well as contrast and optimization of page and color intensity. Additional features include the ability to adjust the reduction and enlargement range, among others. Impressively, up to 99 copies can be printed from a single original document. The reduction and enlargement limits are set at 25% and 400%, respectively. The device boasts a copying rate of approximately 21 copies per minute (CPM) for both color and monochrome documents.
This particular printer model is not equipped with a faxing feature, however, it boasts a substantial memory of 256 MB DDR and 256 MB of flash. Mobile printing solutions are supported, such as HP ePrint, Apple AirPrint, and Mopria certification. Additionally, Wireless Direct Printing and Mobile apps support are also available. For optimal network connectivity, it is recommended to use TCP/IP, IPv4, IPv6, and Web service printing protocols. The printer’s dimensions are 16.7 inches in width, 13.3 inches in height, and approximately 18.7 inches in depth. The weight of the printer can reach up to 18 kg, equivalent to 39.6 lbs.
When it comes to paper handling, this printer boasts an input tray with a capacity of up to 250 sheets of plain paper, accommodating a stack height of approximately 25 mm. On the other hand, the output tray can only hold about 100 sheets of printed documents, with a maximum stack height of 10 mm. This printer supports a variety of media sizes, such as letter, legal, executive, and photopapers, as well as some lesser-known sizes. Additionally, it supports a wide range of media types, including bond paper, transparencies, plain, glossy, heavy, brochure, and letterheads.