What MICR toner does the HP LaserJet Pro M404dn use?

The HP LaserJet Pro M404dn uses HP 58A MICR toner cartridges such as CF258A for secure check printing.

Can the HP M404 or M404dn use MICR toner?

Yes, HP M404 and M404dn printers can use compatible MICR toner cartridges like CF258A for printing checks.

What is CF258A MICR toner?

CF258A MICR toner is a magnetic toner cartridge designed for HP LaserJet Pro printers to print checks that can be read by bank processing systems.

Is CF258A MICR toner available for check printing?

Yes, CF258A MICR toner is available and commonly used for secure check printing in HP LaserJet Pro M404 and related printers.

What is the difference between MICR toner and regular CF258A toner?

MICR CF258A toner contains magnetic properties required for check processing, while regular CF258A toner is used for standard printing only.

Can I use regular CF258A toner for check printing?

No, regular CF258A toner does not contain magnetic ink and cannot be used for printing checks that require bank processing.

Does CF258A MICR toner meet banking standards?

Yes, properly manufactured CF258A MICR toner meets ANSI and ABA standards required for check processing.

Is CF258X MICR toner also available for HP M404 printers?

Yes, CF258X MICR toner (high-yield version) is also available for HP M404 series printers and prints more pages than CF258A MICR.

HP LaserJet Pro M404 & M428 MICR Toner – CF258A & CF258X

Shop MICR toner for HP LaserJet Pro M404 and M428 printers using the CF258A (58A) and CF258X (58X) cartridge family. These MICR toner cartridges are designed for printing the magnetic MICR line on business checks when used with compatible check printing software and check paper.

Compatible printer models include the HP LaserJet Pro M404n, M404dn, M404dw, M406dn, M428dn, M428dw and M428fdw, along with other compatible configurations listed on the individual cartridge product pages.

Find MICR Toner for Your HP M404 or M428 Printer

Choose the MICR cartridge that matches your printer, cartridge type, and desired page yield:

HP 58A / CF258A MICR Toner – Premium New: Shop CF258A Premium New MICR Toner

HP 58A / CF258A MICR Toner – LCP Compatible: Shop CF258A LCP Compatible MICR Toner

HP 58X / CF258X High Yield MICR Toner – Premium New: Shop CF258X Premium New MICR Toner

You can also browse our complete HP MICR Toner Cartridges collection.

HP M404 & M428 MICR Toner Compatibility

CF258A and CF258X MICR toner options are available for compatible printers in the HP LaserJet Pro M404, M406 and M428 families, including:

HP LaserJet Pro M404n
HP LaserJet Pro M404dn
HP LaserJet Pro M404dw
HP LaserJet Pro M406dn
HP LaserJet Pro MFP M428dn
HP LaserJet Pro MFP M428dw
HP LaserJet Pro MFP M428fdw

If your printer model contains additional ending letters, such as dn, dw, or fdw, those letters generally identify printer features rather than the basic cartridge family. Always confirm your exact printer model on the individual MICR toner product page before ordering.

CF258A vs. CF258X MICR Toner

The CF258A MICR toner cartridge , also known as HP 58A MICR, is the standard-yield option in this cartridge family. It can be a practical choice for businesses that print checks in lower or moderate volumes.

The CF258X MICR toner cartridge , also known as HP 58X MICR, is the high-yield option. Businesses that print larger quantities of checks may prefer the higher-yield cartridge to reduce how frequently cartridges need to be replaced.

Important: Not every printer necessarily supports every cartridge yield. Verify your exact HP printer model on the cartridge product page before purchasing.

Premium New vs. LCP Compatible MICR Toner

Premium New MICR cartridges begin with a new toner cartridge. The original toner is removed and replaced with MICR toner formulated for the cartridge model and check printing application.

LCP Compatible MICR cartridges are remanufactured cartridges prepared with MICR toner for compatible check printing applications.

For the CF258A cartridge family, you can choose between our CF258A Premium New MICR Toner and our CF258A LCP Compatible MICR Toner .

What Do You Need to Print Checks with an HP M404 or M428?

A typical MICR check printing setup requires a compatible HP laser printer, the correct MICR toner cartridge, blank check paper, and check printing software. The software generates the check information and MICR line, while the MICR cartridge supplies the magnetic toner used to print the MICR characters.

Need check paper? Browse our Blank Check Stock & Blank Check Paper collection.

Want to learn more about MICR toner and check printing? Visit our MICR Toner for Check Printing page.

Need MICR Toner for Another HP LaserJet?

Browse our complete HP MICR Toner selection to find MICR cartridges for other compatible HP LaserJet printers.