What Toner Does the Dell E310dw Use?
Last Updated:Correction (October 2026): an earlier version of this guide said the E310dw's drum is built into the toner cartridge and that the high-yield 593-BBKD is the only toner. The drum is a separate part, the Dell 593-BBKE (about 12,000 pages), and Dell also makes a standard 593-BBKC toner rated at about 1,200 pages.
The Dell E310dw is a compact monochrome laser printer that uses Dell 593-BBKC standard toner (about 1,200 pages) or the high-yield Dell P7RMX (593-BBKD) (about 2,600 pages). The drum is a separate part, the Dell 593-BBKE (C2KTH) imaging drum, rated at about 12,000 pages.
CastleScore · October 2026
82/100 — Highly Recommended
Dell E310dw
| Pillar (weight) | Score | What it is based on |
|---|---|---|
| Owner ratings (28%) | 80 | 4.10★ average across 230 ratings at Amazon (4.1) |
| Expert reviews (20%) | — | No published numeric expert score we could verify. |
| Cost per page (18%) | 92 | About 2¢ per page all-in with our compatible 593-BBKD high-yield toner (2,600 pages) and 593-BBKE drum (12,000 pages). |
| Reliability (18%) | 89 | Most-reported problems: dell laser owners report 'replace toner' messages persisting after a new cartridge is installed |
| Features (11%) | 58 | Auto two-sided printing, Wi-Fi, Ethernet. No document feeder, no fax, no touchscreen. |
| Value (5%) | 86 | Running cost and owner satisfaction |
Limited data: We could not find enough published expert scores for this printer, so that weight is spread across the other pillars.
Status unconfirmed. We couldn't confirm whether Dell still sells the E310dw new. Genuine Dell toner and drums were backordered at 4inkjets when we checked. This score rates it for current owners.
CastleScore is Castle Ink’s own editorial rating, built from retailer star ratings, expert reviews, real cost per page and owner complaint patterns, checked October 11, 2026. It is not a customer review. See every ranked printer or how the score works.
The toner, pictured
Dell 593-BBKD Toner
Dell 593-BBKE DrumOur own compatible toner, photographed in-house.
E310dw Toner and Drum at a Glance
| Consumable | Part Number | Page Yield | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Toner | Dell 593-BBKC (CVXGF) | ~1,200 pages | Standard Yield |
| Black Toner | Dell P7RMX (593-BBKD) | ~2,600 pages | High Yield |
| Imaging Drum | Dell 593-BBKE (C2KTH) | ~12,000 pages | Drum (sold separately) |
The same toners and drum fit the Dell E514dw, E515dn and E515dw. A new E310dw comes with a starter toner rated at about 700 pages. We sell a compatible 593-BBKD (P7RMX) high-yield toner and a compatible 593-BBKE drum.
How to Replace the Toner
- Power on the Dell E310dw and open the front cover.
- Pull the used toner cartridge straight out of the printer.
- Unbox the new cartridge, rock it gently 5–6 times to distribute toner, and remove the protective seal.
- Slide the new toner cartridge in until it clicks into place.
- Close the cover.
Troubleshooting Tips
"Replace Toner" or low-toner warning: Turn the printer off, unplug it for a minute, reseat the toner and power it back on. If the message stays with a new cartridge, contact the seller. In a Dell Community thread about other Dell lasers, a reply says the toner level is stored on the cartridge and can't be reset from the printer.
Faded or streaky prints: Gently rock the toner cartridge side-to-side to redistribute toner, then reinstall.
Print quality declining over time: The drum is a separate part, so a new toner won't fix a worn drum. If quality keeps declining after a toner change, or the printer warns about the drum, replace the Dell 593-BBKE (C2KTH) drum, rated at about 12,000 pages.
Paper jams or smudges: Inspect the paper path and pickup roller for wear. Replacing worn rollers and keeping the printer dust-free prevents repeated print-quality issues.
What E310dw owners ask
These are the questions that come up most for this printer on retailer Q&A pages, the maker's support forums and owner reviews, answered in our words.
How long does the toner that came with the printer last?
Dell rates the starter toner in the box at about 700 pages. A standard 593-BBKC is rated at 1,200 pages and the high-yield 593-BBKD at 2,600, so your first toner change comes sooner than later ones.
Why does the high-yield toner sometimes cost less than the standard one?
Pricing varies by seller. When we checked 4inkjets, the genuine 2,600-page 593-BBKD was $101.99 and the 1,200-page 593-BBKC was $115.99, so the high-yield cartridge was the better buy on both price and pages.
Why do I see so many part numbers for the same toner?
Dell uses several codes for each part. The high-yield toner appears as 593-BBKD, P7RMX or PVTHG; the standard toner as 593-BBKC, CVXGF or 2RMPM; the drum as 593-BBKE, C2KTH or WRX5T.
Can it print on both sides automatically?
Yes. The E310dw has a built-in duplexer. Dell rates two-sided printing at up to 15 pages a minute on letter paper, against 27 for one-sided.
Can more than one phone use Wi-Fi Direct at once?
No. Dell's spec sheet says Wi-Fi Direct supports one connected device at a time. For several users, connect the printer to your Wi-Fi network or by Ethernet instead.
E310dw quirks worth knowing
- The 593-BBKE drum is rated at about 12,000 pages, so one drum normally lasts through four or five high-yield toners. Replace it only when print quality drops after a toner change or the printer asks for it.
- It is print-only: no scanner, copier or fax. Paper goes in a 250-sheet tray or a single-sheet manual feeder, and it takes paper up to legal size.
- Dell rates it for up to 10,000 pages a month but recommends 250 to 1,000. It has Wi-Fi, Ethernet and USB.
- Genuine Dell supplies can be hard to get: when we checked in October 2026, 4inkjets listed the genuine 593-BBKC and 593-BBKD toners and the 593-BBKE drum as backordered.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What toner does the Dell E310dw use?
A: The Dell E310dw uses the Dell 593-BBKC standard toner (about 1,200 pages) or the 593-BBKD (P7RMX) high-yield toner (about 2,600 pages).
Q: Does the Dell E310dw have a separate drum unit?
A: Yes. The drum is the Dell 593-BBKE (also sold as C2KTH), rated at about 12,000 pages. It is replaced separately from the toner.
Q: Can I use compatible Dell P7RMX cartridges?
A: Yes. We sell a compatible 593-BBKD (P7RMX) high-yield toner and a compatible 593-BBKE (C2KTH) drum for the E310dw.
Q: How do I reset the toner counter?
A: Dell doesn't publish a toner reset step for the E310dw. If a new-toner message won't clear, power the printer off, unplug it, and reseat the cartridge.
Q: Where can I buy Dell P7RMX toner?
A: Castle Ink sells a compatible Dell P7RMX (593-BBKD) high-yield toner and a compatible 593-BBKE drum. U.S. shipping is free on orders over $50, and orders placed by 4 PM ET ship the same day.
Other printers that use Dell 593-BBKC and 593-BBKD toner
Dell E515dw · Dell E515dn · Dell E514dw
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Ratings and prices were checked on October 11, 2026 and will change over time.
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