How to Find Your Printer's Toner Model Number 🔍
We get it — toner model numbers look like someone let a puppy walk across the keyboard. TN-2450? W2110X? TK-5244K? It's ruff trying to figure out which one your printer needs! 🐾
But don't worry — Ollie's got his nose to the ground, and we'll help you sniff out the right cartridge in no time. Here are five reliable ways to find your toner model number.
Method 1: Check the Printer Label 🏷️
The easiest method! Every printer has a label (usually on the front, top, or back) showing the printer model number. Once you have that, finding the right toner is simple.
Where to look by brand:
- Brother — Front panel or top cover (e.g., HL-L2350DW, MFC-L2713DW)
- HP — Front panel or inside the cartridge door (e.g., LaserJet Pro M404dn)
- Canon — Front or top of the printer (e.g., imageCLASS MF445dw)
- Kyocera — Front panel (e.g., ECOSYS P2235dn, ECOSYS M5526cdw)
- Epson — Front panel (e.g., WorkForce ET-4750)
Once you have the printer model, pop it into our Printer Finder and we'll show you every compatible cartridge. Easy as a belly rub! 🐕
Method 2: Check Your Current Cartridge 🖨️
If you can access your printer's cartridge:
- Open the printer's front cover or cartridge access door
- Remove the toner cartridge carefully
- Look for the model number printed on the cartridge label — it's usually in large text
Common formats you'll see:
- Brother: TN- followed by numbers (TN-2450, TN-253BK)
- HP: CF or W followed by numbers (CF258A, W2110X)
- Canon: CART- followed by numbers (CART-055, CART-046)
- Kyocera: TK- followed by numbers (TK-1184, TK-5244)
- Epson: C13 followed by a longer code, or T series for ink
Pro tip: Take a photo of the label before you put it back! You'll thank yourself next time. 📸
Method 3: Check Your Printer's Menu/Display 📱
Many modern printers can tell you the cartridge info right from their display:
- Navigate to Settings or Setup on the printer's control panel
- Look for Supplies, Toner Information, or Consumables
- The screen will show the cartridge model numbers currently installed
This is particularly useful for printers tucked away in a corner where reading labels requires acrobatic skills worthy of a schnauzer chasing a squirrel. 🐿️
Method 4: Use the Manufacturer's Website 🌐
Every major printer manufacturer has a cartridge finder on their website:
- Brother: brother.com.au → Supplies
- HP: hp.com.au → Ink & Toner Finder
- Canon: canon.com.au → Supplies
- Kyocera: kyoceradocumentsolutions.com.au
- Epson: epson.com.au → Ink & Paper Finder
Enter your printer model, and the site will list every cartridge it uses.
Method 5: Use Our Printer Finder Tool 🐾
The quickest way? Use the FetchInk Printer Finder!
- Select your printer brand
- Start typing your printer model
- We'll show you every compatible cartridge with prices and availability
No digging through manuals, no crawling behind the printer, no mysterious codes. Just a few clicks and you're done — more time for walkies! 🦮
Still Stuck?
If none of these methods work, don't chase your tail — just contact our friendly team. Send us a photo of your printer or its label, and we'll identify the right toner for you. Our pack loves a good challenge!
Bookmark this page for next time you need a cartridge. Or better yet, once you've found your toner model, stock up and save with our multi-pack deals. 🐾
