SKU: 53X74A
HP LaserJet Pro MFP M126a plus
- Print technology
- Laser
- Display
- 10.2mm (0.4”) digit height, Dual digit 7-segment LED numeric display
- Memory
- 64 MB
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Key features
- Scan to email
- High-quality Prints
- Legendary 88A Toner Cartridge
- Simple setup
- Connect your printer with USB
- Flatbed Scanner
- Business Team Solution
- Compact Design
- HP Auto-On/Auto-Off
Technical specifications
Product
| UPC number | (AB2) 196786388965; (ACJ) 196786388989 |
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| Product type | Laser printers |
Memory
| Maximum Memory | 64 MB |
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| Memory Slots | None |
| Memory upgrade | Not available |
Storage
| Storage temperature range | -20 to 60ºC |
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Display
| Display | 10.16mm (0.4”) digit height, Dual digit LED 7-segment numeric display |
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| Display area (metric) | 20.2 x 16.0 mm |
| Resolution | 1,200 x 1,200 dpi |
Battery and power
| Power supply type | Built-in power supply |
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Software
| Compatible Operating Systems | Windows 11; Windows 10; Android; iOS; MacOS v14 Sonoma; macOS 13 Ventura; macOS 12 Monterey; Linux |
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| Print Technology | Laser |
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| Mobile printing capability | Mopria™ certified; Apple AirPrint™; HP app; Mobile Apps |
| Acoustic power emissions (active, printing) | 5.8 B(A) |
| Acoustic pressure emissions bystander (active, printing) | 47 dB(A) |
| Print speed, black | 21 |
| Print quality black (best) | Up to 600 x 600 dpi |
| Print quality black (normal) | Up to 600 x 400 dpi |
| Print speed | Up to 20 ppm (black, A4) |
| Print speed black (ISO, letter) | Up to 21 ppm |
| Print speed black (ISO, A4) | Up to 20 ppm |
| Print speed black (Portrait, A5) | Up to 6 ppm |
Copy and scan
| Copy reduce / enlarge settings | 25 to 400% |
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| Copy resolution (black text) | Up to 300 x 300 dpi |
| Copy speed (black, normal quality, A4) | Up to 20 cpm |
| Copy speed black (normal, letter) | Up to 21 cpm |
| First copy out black (A4) | As fast as 7.7 sec |
| First copy out black (A4, sleep) | As fast as 7.8 sec |
| First copy out black (letter, sleep) | As fast as 7.6 sec |
| First copy out black (letter) | As fast as 7.5 sec |
| Copyright notice | © Copyright 2026 HP Development Company, L.P. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. |
Paper handling
| Paper size | A4; B5; Letter; Legal |
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Physical
| Dimensions (W x D x H) Note | 420 x 266 x 254 mm (without trays and covers not extended) |
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| Maximum dimensions (W x D x H) | 16.5 x 17.2 x 10 in |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 16.5 x 14.4 x 10 in |
| Color or black | Black and white |
Package
| Package dimensions (W x D x H) | 19.56 x 13.07 x 13.77 in |
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| Pallet dimensions | 47.24 x 39.37 x 88.58 in |
| Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) | 1,200 x 1,000 x 2,250 mm |
| Count of layers in pallet | 6 |
| Quantity per pallet | 42 |
Sustainability
| Ecolabels | EPEAT® Silver India; CECP |
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| Sustainability specifications | EPEAT® registered |
| Energy Usage CO2e (kg) | 48 |
| End of Life CO2e (kg) | 17 |
| Production CO2e (kg) | 143 |
| Total CO2e (kg) | 212 |
| Transportation CO2e (kg) | 4 |
Warranty and service
| Manufacturer Warranty | One-year limited warranty[7] |
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| Network protocols, supported | IPV4 and IPV6 |
| File Format Supported | PDF; TIF; BMP; PNG; JPG |
Other
| Minimum System Requirements | Microsoft Windows 11, 10; 2 GB available hard disk space;Internet connection;USB Port; Microsoft Internet Explorer or Edge |
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| What's in the box | Printer; Power cord; Toner Cartridge; Setup Flyer; Reference Guide; Regulatory Flyer; Warranty Flyer |
| Energy savings feature technology | HP Auto-Off Technology |
| Power consumption | 501 watts (Printing), 4.7 watts (Ready), 0.7 watts (Sleep), 0.01 watts (Auto Off), 0.01 watts (Manual Off) |
| Power | Input voltage: 110 to 127 VAC (+/- 12%), 60 Hz (+/- 3 Hz); Input voltage: 220 to 240 VAC (+/- 12%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 3 Hz) (Not dual voltage, power supply varies by part number with # Option code identifier) |
| Cable included | Yes, 1 USB cable |
| Registration required | No |
| Page yield (set-up/inbox cartridges) | ~700 pages black |
| Print Cartridges/Bottle, Number | 1 (black) |
| Replacement cartridges | HP 88A Black LaserJet Toner Cartridge (~1500 yield) CC388A; HP 88X Black LaserJet Toner Cartridge (~1700 yield) CC388X |
| Segment (filter) | Business |
| Brand | HP |
| Sub brand | LaserJet Pro |
| Blue Angel compliant | No, please refer to the ECI (Ecolabel Comparison Information) document |
| Certifications and compliances | CCC (China) & BIS (India) |
| Electromagnetic compatibility | GB/T9254.1-2021, GB17625.1-2022 |
| FCC Class A emissions | FCC Class A emissions - for use in commercial environments, not residential environments |
| Safety | IEC 60950-1:2005 +A1:2009 +A2:2013 , IEC 62368-1:2014; IEC 60825-1:2014 (Class 1 Laser Product); EN 62479:2010 / IEC 62479:2010, other safety approvals as required by individual countries. |
| Telecom compliance (fax capability) | NA |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Number of users | 1-5 Users |
| Connectivity, standard | 1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 (device) |
| Copier settings | Number of copies; Lighter/Darker; Reduce/Enlarge; Optimize (draft, text, mixed, picture); Paper Size |
| Copies, maximum | Up to 99 copies |
| Digital sending standard features | Scan to E-mail by HP Software; Scan to application by HP Software ; Scan to file by HP Software |
| Acoustic power emissions (ready) | Inaudible |
| Operating humidity range | 10 to 80% RH |
| Recommended operating humidity range | 30 to 70% RH |
| Operating temperature range | 15 to 32.5ºC |
| Recommended operating temperature range | 17.5 to 25ºC |
| Functions | Print scan and copy |
| Form factor | Multifunction |
| Country of origin | Product of Vietnam; Assembled in China; Made in China |
| Differentiator (features) | Reliable quality and performance you can depend on |
| Differentiator | The HP LaserJet Pro M126a plus series is designed for efficient black and white printing, scanning, and copying with outstanding print quality that is hassle-free, reliable, and easy to set up, all in a compact design. Spend less time managing your printer and more time growing your business. |
| Why to buy | Experience reliable performance with high-quality, crisp black text and sharp details, simple setup, and a flatbed scanner for easy document scanning. All in a compact, space-saving design that makes it the perfect addition to any workspace. |
| Headline | Feel confident with reliable, high-quality prints |
| Key selling point | Save energy with an efficient laser printer— HP Auto-On/Auto-Off technology optimizes energy usage.[1] |
| Image legal disclaimer | Product image may differ from actual product |
| Monthly printed pages | Up to 250 to 2,000 pages |
| Usage | Business personal |
| Cartons per layer | 7 |
| Maximum print area | 209 x 349 mm |
| Bottom margin (A4) | 4 mm |
| First page out black (A4, ready) | As fast as 8.7 sec |
| First page out black (A4, sleep) | As fast as 8.8 sec |
Notes and footnotes
- [7] Power requirements are based on the country/region where the printer is sold. Do not convert operating voltages. This will damage the printer and void the product warranty. Power consumption values typically based on measurement of 230V device.
- [8] For yield information on the cartridge included with your printer, see http://www.hp.com/go/toneryield. Yield values measured in accordance with ISO/IEC 19752 and continuous printing. Actual yields vary considerably based on images printed and other factors.
- [9] Declared yields based on ISO/IEC 19752 and continuous printing. Actual yields vary considerably based on images printed and other factors. For details see http://www.hp.com/go/toneryield
- [1] First Copy Out from Ready and Simplex Copy Speed measured using ISO/IEC 29183, Duplex Copy Speed measured using ISO/IEC 24735, excludes first set of test documents. For more information see http://www.hp.com/go/printerclaims. Exact speed varies depending on the system configuration, software application and document complexity.
- [13] Configuration tested: HP LASERJET PRO MFP126a Plus, simplex printing, A4 paper at an average of 20 ppm
- A product carbon footprint is defined as the total amount of greenhouse gases emitted directly and indirectly by a product over its lifetime. Greenhouse gas emissions are reported as global warming potential for 100-year time horizon (GWP-100) in units of CO2 equivalence. Calculations are done in accordance with ISO 14040 & ISO 14044. Individual values may not sum to total due to rounding.
- [1] HP Auto-On/Auto-Off Technology capabilities subject to printer and settings; may require a firmware upgrade.
- [2] Measured using ISO/IEC 24734 and excludes first set of test documents. For more information, see hp.com/go/printer claims. Exact speed varies depending on the system configuration, software application, driver, and document complexity.
- [2] Measured using ISO/IEC 24734, excludes first set of test documents. For more information see http://www.hp.com/go/printerclaims. Exact speed varies depending on the system configuration, software application, driver, and document complexity.
- [3] Measured using ISO/IEC 24734 Feature Performance Test, excludes first set of test documents. For more information see http://www.hp.com/go/printerclaims. Exact speed varies depending on the system configuration, software application, driver, and document complexity.
- [4] Measured using ISO/IEC 17629. For more information see http://www.hp.com/go/printerclaims. Exact speed varies depending on the system configuration, software application, driver, and document complexity.
- [5] Duty cycle is defined as the maximum number of pages per month of imaged output. This value provides a comparison of product robustness in relation to other HP LaserJet or HP Color LaserJet devices, and enables appropriate deployment of printers and MFPs to satisfy the demands of connected individuals or groups.
- [6] HP recommends that the number of pages per month of imaged output be within the stated range for optimum device performance, based on factors including supplies replacement intervals and device life over an extended warranty period.
- [7] Power requirements are based on the country/region where the printer is sold. Do not convert operating voltages. This will damage the printer and void the product warranty. Power consumption values typically based on measurement of 230V device.
- [9] Declared yields based on ISO/IEC 19752 and continuous printing. Actual yields vary considerably based on images printed and other factors. For details see http://www.hp.com/go/toneryield
- [10] Power requirements are based on the country/region where the printer is sold. Do not convert operating voltages. This will damage the printer and void the product warranty. Energy Star value typically based on measurement of 230V device.
- [11] For more information on operating systems support, refer to: Windows (https://support.hp.com/us-en/document/ish_6038065-6039465-16); Linux (https://developers.hp.com/hp-linux-imaging-and-printing)
- [12] With print cartridges
- [13] Configuration tested: HP LASERJET PRO MFP126a Plus, simplex printing, A4 paper at an average of 20 ppm
- [3] Measured using ISO/IEC 24734 Feature Performance Test, excludes first set of test documents. For more information see http://www.hp.com/go/printerclaims. Exact speed varies depending on the system configuration, software application, driver, and document complexity.
