Choose LaserJet Pro M102a if you need:
- Input Voltage: 110-127 V
- Higher Minimum Custom Media Width: 76.2 mm
- Higher Maximum Custom Media Width: 215.9 mm
- Higher Minimum Custom Media Length: 127 mm
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare HP LaserJet Pro M102a & Lexmark MS817dn
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models LaserJet Pro M102a and MS817dn within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | LaserJet Pro M102a | MS817dn |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | Not supported | Lexmark Mobile Print |
| Security Features | — | IPsec, SNMPv3, 802.1X, TLS, HTTPS |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 364.7 mm | 425 mm |
| Depth | 247.3 mm | 510 mm |
| Height | 190.6 mm | 419 mm |
| Weight | 4.7 kg | 23.66 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 110-127 V | — |
| Power Consumption Printing | 380 W | 670 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 0.5 W | 2.9 W |
| Warranty | 1-year limited hardware warranty (U.S.) | 4-year guarantee upon registration (South Africa) |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | HP | Lexmark |
| Product Model | LaserJet Pro M102a | MS817dn |
| Product Series | LaserJet Pro M100 Series | Lexmark MS810 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | HP 17A (CF217A) | 53B5000 / 53B5H00 / 53B0HA0 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 700 pages | 10000 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 1600 pages | 25000 pages |
| Drum Model | HP 19A (CF219A) | 52D0Z00 / 52D0ZA0 |
| Drum Yield | 12000 pages | 100000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | Letter, Legal, Executive, 8.5 x 13 in, A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS), Envelope C5, Envelope DL | A6, Oficio, 7 3/4 Envelope, 9 Envelope, JIS-B5, A4, Legal, A5, Letter, Statement, Executive, Universal, DL Envelope, Folio, 10 Envelope, B5 Envelope, C5 Envelope |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 76.2 mm | — |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | — |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 127 mm | — |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 355.6 mm | — |
| Supported Media Types | Laser paper, Plain paper, Photo paper, Rough paper, Vellum, Envelope, Label, Cardstock, Postcard | Integrated Labels, Paper Labels, Card Stock, Plain Paper, Dual Web Labels, Transparencies, Envelopes |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 163 g/m² | 203 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 160 sheets | 650 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 160 sheets | 4400 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 10 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheets | 550 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | — | Yes |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 22 ppm | 52 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | — | 32 ipm |
| First Page Out Black | 7.3 s | 4.8 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 10000 pages/month | 250000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 150-1500 pages/month | 3000-50000 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 600 MHz | 800 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 128 MB | 512 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 128 MB | 2560 MB |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | PCLmS, URF, PWG | PCL 5e, PCL 6, Microsoft XPS, PPDS, PostScript 3, PDF 1.7, Direct Image |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose MS817dn if you need:
- Ethernet
- Security Features: IPsec, SNMPv3, 802.1X, TLS, HTTPS
- Higher Width: 425 mm vs 364.7 mm
- Higher Depth: 510 mm vs 247.3 mm
What is the difference between LaserJet Pro M102a and MS817dn?
LaserJet Pro M102a and MS817dn share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), USB (Yes), Product Type (Monochrome Laser Printer).
The main differences: Black Print Speed A4 (LaserJet Pro M102a: 22 ppm, MS817dn: 52 ppm); Print Resolution (LaserJet Pro M102a: 600 x 600 dpi, MS817dn: 1200 x 1200 dpi); Automatic Duplex Printing (LaserJet Pro M102a: —, MS817dn: Yes).
LaserJet Pro M102a may suit users who need its differing values, while MS817dn benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.