Choose M106w if you need:
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- Apple AirPrint
- Mopria
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP M106w & Lexmark MS417dn
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models M106w and MS417dn within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | M106w | MS417dn |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | — |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes | — |
| Mobile Printing | Apple AirPrint, HP ePrint, Mopria, Wi-Fi Direct | Lexmark Mobile Print |
| Apple AirPrint | Yes | — |
| Mopria | Yes | — |
| Security Features | — | IPsec, SNMPv3, 802.1X, TLS, HTTPS |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 364.7 mm | 399 mm |
| Depth | 247.3 mm | 382 mm |
| Height | 190.6 mm | 263 mm |
| Weight | 4.7 kg | 14.2 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 220-240 V | — |
| Power Consumption Printing | 380 W | 560 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 0.5 W | 3 W |
| Warranty | One-year limited warranty | 4-year guarantee upon registration (UK) |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | HP | Lexmark |
| Product Model | LaserJet M106w | MS417dn |
| Product Series | LaserJet Ultra | Lexmark MS410 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | CF233A | 51B2000 / 51B2H00 / 51B0HA0 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 6900 pages | 2500 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 2300 pages | 8500 pages |
| Drum Model | CF234A | 50F0Z00 / 50F0ZA0 |
| Drum Yield | 9200 pages | 60000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | 216 x 356 mm (custom) | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS) | A6, Oficio, 7 3/4 Envelope, 9 Envelope, JIS-B5, A4, Legal, A5, Letter, Statement, Executive, Universal, DL Envelope, Folio, 10 Envelope |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 76 mm | — |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 216 mm | — |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 127 mm | — |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 356 mm | — |
| Supported Media Types | Cardstock, Envelopes, Labels, Laser paper, Photo paper, Plain paper, Postcards, Rough paper, Vellum | Paper Labels, Card Stock, Plain Paper, Transparencies, Envelopes |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 163 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 160 sheets | 300 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | — | 850 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 150 sheets | 50 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | — | Yes |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 22 ppm | 38 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | — | 16 ipm |
| First Page Out Black | 7.3 s | 6.5 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 20000 pages/month | 100000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 250-2500 pages/month | 750-7200 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 600 MHz | 800 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 128 MB | 256 MB |
| Maximum Memory | — | 256 MB |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | PCLmS, PWG, URF | PCL 5e, PCL 6, Microsoft XPS, PPDS, PostScript 3, PDF 1.7, Direct Image |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose MS417dn if you need:
- Ethernet
- Security Features: IPsec, SNMPv3, 802.1X, TLS, HTTPS
- Higher Width: 399 mm vs 364.7 mm
- Higher Depth: 382 mm vs 247.3 mm
What is the difference between M106w and MS417dn?
M106w and MS417dn share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), USB (Yes), Product Type (Monochrome Laser Printer).
The main differences: Black Print Speed A4 (M106w: 22 ppm, MS417dn: 38 ppm); Print Resolution (M106w: 600 x 600 dpi, MS417dn: 1200 x 1200 dpi); Automatic Duplex Printing (M106w: —, MS417dn: Yes).
M106w may suit users who need its differing values, while MS417dn benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.