HP LaserJet Pro MFP 3101fdw Wireless Black & White All-in-One Laser Printer
- Laser Printer
- 250
- 110 watts
- LCD
- Better rated than 60%
A dependable shared printer for a small office, with useful built-in security and fast single-sided print speeds for a monochrome multi-function device.
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How it ranks among the 15 laser printers we track
4.2★ across 957 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
957 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
1,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
HP's LaserJet Pro MFP 3101fdw is a wireless black and white all-in-one built for small teams, combining print, scan, copy and fax with auto two-sided printing and a document feeder for faster multi-page jobs.
HP sizes this for groups of up to seven people rather than a single desk, with Wolf Pro Security built in to help lock down the printer and the data passing through it. Wireless connection is designed to auto-switch for the strongest signal, and the device works across Windows, Mac, AirPrint, Android and Chromebook.
- Print, scan, copy and fax combined
- Up to 35 ppm single-sided print speed
- HP Wolf Pro Security built in
- Auto document feeder for multi-page jobs
Who it's for
Suited to a small team of up to about seven people needing shared black and white printing with scan, copy and fax in one machine. Skip it if you need color output or single-user desktop printing only.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Fast 35 ppm black and white single-sided printing
- Auto two-sided printing plus document feeder
- Built-in HP Wolf Pro Security
- Works wirelessly across Windows, Mac, Android and Chromebook
- Black and white only, no color
- Uses HP-authenticated cartridges only
- Sized for team use, more than a single desk needs
Performance notes
Single-sided print speed reaches up to 35 black and white pages per minute, and the automatic document feeder speeds up scanning or copying multi-page originals without manual reloading. HP Wolf Pro Security runs in the background to apply customizable protection settings without slowing print jobs.
Specifications
| Brand | HP |
|---|---|
| Model | 3101fdw |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 23.15 pounds |
| Color Depth | 1 bpp |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 16.5 × 12.3 × 15.7 inches |
| Maximum Media Size | letter |
| Paper Size | 7.68 x 10.63, 7.76 x 10.75, 3.54 x 5.12, 3.94 x 5.91, 8.50 x 14 |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Maximum Sheet Capacity | 250 |
| Printer Output Type | Monochrome |
| Maximum Copy Speed Black and White | 35 pages_per_minute |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 110 watts |
| Power Consumption | 436 watts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | white |
| Ink Color | black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Printer Connectivity Type | Ethernet, USB |
| Compatible Cartridge | Cartridges with original HP chips or circuitry |
| Compatible Devices | Laptops, PC, Smartphones |
| Hardware Interface | Ethernet, USB |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Type | Limited |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Scanner Type | Flatbed |
| Control Type | Touch |
| Printer Type | Laser |
| Resolution | 1200 x 1200 |
| Number of Trays | 1 |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 1 |
| Maximum Copies Per Run | 5000 |
| Additional Printer Functions | All In One |
| Maximum Print Resolution Black and White | 1200 dpi |
| Total USB 20 Ports | 1 |
| BuiltIn Media | LaserJet Pro MFP 3101fdw Printer |
| Model Series | 3100 |
| BW Pages per Minute | 35 |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Auto-Duplex |
| Duplex | Automatic |
| Print media | Glossy film, Glossy photo paper, Labels, Paper (plain) |
| Series Number | 3100 |
| Specific Uses For Product | office settings, small team collaboration, remote work, professional document printing, cloud-based workflows |
| Total Usb Ports | 1 |
| Item Type Name | Laser Multifunction Printer |
| Maximum Copy Resolution Black and White | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in laser printers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| HP LaserJet Pro MFP 3101fdw Wireless Black & White All-in-One Laser PrinterThis product | 4.2 / 5 | 957 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Brother DCP-L2640DW Wireless Compact Monochrome Multi-Function Laser Printer with Copy…Brother | 4.2 / 5 | 3,800 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Ultra Duster Compressed Air Cleaner for ElectronicsDuster | 4.7 / 5 | 2,500 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Canon imageCLASS LBP6030wCanon | 3.8 / 5 | 4,200 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Brother MFC-L2820DW Wireless Compact Monochrome All-in-One Laser Printer with CopyBrother | 4.3 / 5 | 965 | 4.3 / 5 |
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Questions about the HP 3101fdw
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How many people is the HP LaserJet Pro MFP 3101fdw designed for?
HP sizes it for small teams of up to about seven people.
Does the 3101fdw print in color?
No, it is a black and white laser all-in-one.
What security features does the 3101fdw include?
It includes HP Wolf Pro Security with customizable settings to help protect the printer and the data passing through it.