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HP LaserJet Pro M12a Printer reviews
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Manufacturer codeT0L45A
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About the HP LaserJet Pro M12a Printer
HP T0L45A is listed in the laser printers category. The recorded specifications include print technology: Laser; colour printing: No; duplex printing: Yes; wi-fi: No. This entry covers manufacturer code T0L45A. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The listed print technology is Laser. Compare replacement consumable prices and expected page volumes alongside the purchase price. Features such as duplex printing or a scanner should be confirmed independently in the specification table.
- Print technology
- Laser
- Colour printing
- No
- Maximum resolution
- 600 x 600 DPI
- Duplex printing
- Yes
- Black print speed (normal A4/Letter)
- 18 ppm
- Largest ISO paper size
- A4
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HP LaserJet Pro M12a Printer specifications
Manufacturer code: T0L45A · Icecat product 32972716 · Checked 20 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Print technology | Laser |
|---|---|
| Colour printing | No |
| Maximum resolution | 600 x 600 DPI |
| Duplex printing | Yes |
| Black print speed (normal A4/Letter) | 18 ppm |
| Largest ISO paper size | A4 |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Ethernet LAN | No |
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Display1 detail
| Built-in display | No |
|---|
Processor, memory & storage7 details
| Memory (RAM) | 2 MB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 2 MB |
| Card reader integrated | No |
| Built-in processor | Yes |
| Processor frequency | 266 MHz |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 40 °C |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 90% |
Printing, scanning & paper18 details
| Duplex printing mode | Manual |
|---|---|
| Print resolution black | 600 x 600 DPI |
| Printing colours | Black |
| Number of print cartridges | 1 |
| Total number of input trays | 1 |
| Total output capacity | 100 sheets |
| Paper tray 1 input capacity | 150 sheets |
| Maximum number of input trays | 1 |
| Maximum output capacity | 100 sheets |
| Paper tray media types | Card stock, Envelopes, Labels, Photo paper, Plain paper, Postcard, Rough paper, Transparencies |
| Paper tray media weight | 60 - 163 g/m² |
| Direct printing | Yes |
| Mobile printing technologies | Not supported |
| Sound pressure level (printing) | 50 dB |
| Sound power level (printing) | 6.4 dB |
| Power consumption (printing) | 375 W |
| Cartridge(s) included | Yes |
| Included cartridge capacity (black) | 500 pages |
Connections & wireless3 details
| USB port | Yes |
|---|---|
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
| Network ready | No |
Power & battery7 details
| Power consumption (ready) | 1.2 W |
|---|---|
| Power consumption (standby) | 1.2 W |
| Power consumption (PowerSave) | 0.45 W |
| Power consumption (off) | 0.45 W |
| Energy Star Typical Electricity Consumption (TEC) | 0.494 kWh/week |
| AC input voltage | 115 - 240 V |
| AC input frequency | 50/60 Hz |
Controls & features1 detail
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 15 - 32.5 °C |
|---|
Design & dimensions7 details
| Colour | No |
|---|---|
| Custom media width | 147 - 216 mm |
| Product colour | Grey, White |
| Width | 349 mm |
| Depth | 238 mm |
| Height | 196 mm |
| Weight | 5.2 kg |
Software & compatibility7 details
| Certification | CISPR 22:2008 / EN 55022:2010 - Class B, EN 61000-3-2: 2006 +A1: 2009 +A2:2009, EN 61000-3-3: 2013, EN 55024: 2010, FCC Title 47 CFR, Part 15 Class B / ICES-003, Issue 6, GB9254-2008, GB17625.1-2012 |
|---|---|
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Windows Vista, Windows 11, Windows 7 |
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks, Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite |
| Server operating systems supported | Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 R2, Windows Server 2003 x64, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2008 R2 x64, Windows Server 2008 x64 |
| Sustainability compliance | Yes |
| Bundled software | HP Status and Alerts, CD Launch Pad, Print Driver, Software Installer/Uninstaller |
| HP Software provided | HP Status and Alerts |
Further product details22 details
| Time to first page (black, normal) | 9.2 s |
|---|---|
| Maximum duty cycle | 5000 pages per month |
| Recommended duty cycle | 100 - 1000 pages per month |
| HP segment | Small medium business |
| Total input capacity | 150 sheets |
| Maximum input capacity | 150 sheets |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9) | A4, A5, A6 |
| ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9) | B5 |
| ISO C-series sizes (C0...C9) | C5 |
| Envelopes sizes | B5, C5, DL |
| Custom media length | 211 - 356 mm |
| Market positioning | Home & office |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 80% |
| Sustainability certificates | Blue Angel, ENERGY STAR, EPEAT Silver |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| Quick installation guide | Yes |
| HP Auto-On/Auto-Off | Yes |
| HP Management tools | HP Status and Alerts |
| Recommended system requirements | Windows® 7, 8, 8.1,10 (32-bit/64-bit): 2 GB RAM for 64-bit, 1 GB RAM for 32-bit, 400 MB Free HD space; Windows Vista® (32-bit/64-bit): 1 GB RAM (32-bit); Windows® XP: Intel Pentium® II, Celeron® or 233 MHz compatible processor, 750 MB Free HD space; Windows® Server 2008 (32-bit/64-bit), Windows® Server 2003: 512 MB RAM, 400 MB free HD space; all systems: CD-ROM/DVD drive or Internet connection, USB port |
| Recommended humidity operating range | 30 - 70% |
| Power LED | Yes |
| PictBridge | No |
Packaging & supplied accessories8 details
| Country of origin | China |
|---|---|
| Package width | 400 mm |
| Package depth | 250 mm |
| Package height | 298 mm |
| Package weight | 6.35 kg |
| Warranty card | Yes |
| Cables included | AC, USB |
| Master (outer) cases per pallet layer | 12 pc(s) |
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What is the listed print technology for HP LaserJet Pro M12a Printer?
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What is the listed colour printing for HP LaserJet Pro M12a Printer?
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