Choose M1536dnf if you need:
- Apple AirPrint
- Higher Width: 441 mm vs 399 mm
- Higher Height: 373 mm vs 263 mm
- Input Voltage: 110-127 / 220-240 V
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP M1536dnf & Lexmark MS417dn
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models M1536dnf and MS417dn within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | M1536dnf | MS417dn |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | Apple AirPrint; HP ePrint | Lexmark Mobile Print |
| Apple AirPrint | Yes | — |
| Security Features | Embedded Web Server; fax PIN access control | IPsec, SNMPv3, 802.1X, TLS, HTTPS |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 441 mm | 399 mm |
| Depth | 343 mm | 382 mm |
| Height | 373 mm | 263 mm |
| Weight | 11.7 kg | 14.2 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 110-127 / 220-240 V | — |
| Power Consumption Printing | 445 W | 560 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 4.7 W | 3 W |
| Warranty | One-year limited warranty | 4-year guarantee upon registration (UK) |
| Fax | ||
| Fax | Yes | — |
| Fax Modem Speed | 33.6 kbps | — |
| Fax Resolution | 300 x 300 dpi | — |
| Fax Memory | 400 pages | — |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | HP | Lexmark |
| Product Model | LaserJet M1536dnf MFP | MS417dn |
| Product Series | LaserJet Pro M1530 | Lexmark MS410 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome laser multifunction printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print; Scan; Copy; Fax | |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | CE278A (78A) | 51B2000 / 51B2H00 / 51B0HA0 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | — | 2500 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 2100 pages | 8500 pages |
| Drum Model | — | 50F0Z00 / 50F0ZA0 |
| Drum Yield | — | 60000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4; A5; A6; B5 (JIS); C5; DL; Executive; Legal; Letter | 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 | Envelopes; Heavy paper; Labels; Letterhead; Light paper; Plain paper; Postcards; Preprinted paper; Prepunched paper; Recycled paper; Rough paper; Transparencies | 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 | 260 sheets | 300 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 260 sheets | 850 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | — | 50 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed; ADF | — |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 1200 dpi | — |
| Black Scan Speed | 15 ipm | — |
| ADF Capacity | 35 sheets | — |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 25 ppm | 38 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | — | 16 ipm |
| First Page Out Black | 8.5 s | 6.5 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 8000 pages/month | 100000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 500-2000 pages/month | 750-7200 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 500 MHz | 800 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 128 MB | 256 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 128 MB | 256 MB |
| Internal Storage | — | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | PCL 5; PCL 6; PostScript | PCL 5e, PCL 6, Microsoft XPS, PPDS, PostScript 3, PDF 1.7, Direct Image |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | 25 cpm | — |
| Copy Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | — |
| Maximum Copies | 99 copies | — |
| Copy Zoom Range | 25-400 % | — |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose MS417dn if you need:
- Higher Depth: 382 mm vs 343 mm
- Higher Weight: 14.2 kg vs 11.7 kg
- Higher Power Consumption Printing: 560 W vs 445 W
- Higher Included Black Toner Yield: 2500 pages
What is the difference between M1536dnf and MS417dn?
M1536dnf and MS417dn share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), Automatic Duplex Printing (Yes), USB (Yes), Ethernet (Yes).
The main differences: Printer Functions (M1536dnf: Print; Scan; Copy; Fax, MS417dn: Print); Black Print Speed A4 (M1536dnf: 25 ppm, MS417dn: 38 ppm); Print Resolution (M1536dnf: 600 x 600 dpi, MS417dn: 1200 x 1200 dpi).
M1536dnf may suit users who need its differing values, while MS417dn benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.