Compatible HP 135A W1350A toner: guide for LaserJet M209 and M234
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The compatible HP 135A toner (reference W1350A) is the monochrome consumable designed for HP's compact desktop LaserJet printers. Here we explain what it's for, how to install it and what real savings it offers compared with the original. Where a product page states a page yield, check its declared test protocol: ISO/IEC 19752.
What it is and which printers it works with
It's a black toner cartridge with an integrated chip, designed to replace the original HP 135A without changing anything on your device. It's compatible specifically with these models:
- HP LaserJet M209dw and HP LaserJet M209dwe
- HP LaserJet MFP M234dw and HP LaserJet MFP M234dwe
- HP LaserJet MFP M234sdne and HP LaserJet MFP M234sdwe
If your printer is one of these models, the cartridge fits both mechanically and electronically. The chip allows the device to detect the consumable and display toner-level alerts as normal.
How to install it and what to do if it "doesn't recognise the cartridge"
Close the cover and the printer will start it up automatically.
If a message such as "cartridge not recognised" or "used consumable" appears, try this in order:
- Switch the printer off, wait 30 seconds and turn it back on so it re-reads the chip.
- Remove and reinsert the cartridge, making sure you've removed all the protective tape from the chip and the drum.
- Check that the printer doesn't have a pending firmware update: HP releases versions that can block non-original consumables. We explain how to manage this in our guide on HP firmware that blocks cartridges.
In most cases, switching off and on resolves the alert, since this cartridge's chip reproduces the information the printer expects.
Page yield and savings compared with the original
The difference lies in the cost per page: compatible cartridges significantly reduce printing expenditure without sacrificing quality.
If you want to see the detail of how those savings are calculated, take a look at our article on the real cost of printing, and if you have any doubts about quality, we ran a side-by-side comparison printing original and compatible.
Why buy it from Star Toner
At Star Toner the compatible HP 135A W1350A toner costs €21.98, with a premium chip already installed, ISO 9001 manufacturing control and dispatch from Spain. What's more, buying compatible cartridges is fully protected by the legal guarantee in Spain, which protects your printer just as it would with an original consumable.
And if you also have colour devices in the office, in our catalogue you'll find compatibles such as the HP 655 CF450A or the HP 508A CF360A, to the same quality standard.
Frequently asked questions
Does the compatible HP 135A W1350A toner work in my HP LaserJet M209dw or MFP M234dw?
Yes. This cartridge is compatible with the HP LaserJet M209dw, M209dwe, MFP M234dw, M234dwe, M234sdne and M234sdwe models. It fits both mechanically and electronically, and its chip allows the printer to recognise it as normal.
How many pages does the compatible HP 135A print?
It yields approximately 1,100 pages under the ISO/IEC 19752 standard, measured at 5% coverage per page. The actual yield varies depending on the type of document and the print density.
My printer says the cartridge isn't recognised: what should I do?
Switch the printer off for 30 seconds and turn it back on, reinsert the cartridge making sure you've removed all the protective tape, and check that there isn't a firmware update blocking non-original consumables. The alert is usually resolved by restarting the device.
3-year Startoner consumable warranty
Your Startoner consumable is covered by a three-year legal conformity guarantee. Printer coverage is governed by the manufacturer’s terms and may exclude damage caused by consumables. Using a compatible cartridge does not by itself establish the cause of a fault; keep your documentation and contact us if a problem occurs.
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