What Toner Does the Samsung SCX-4826FN Use?

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Quick answer: The Samsung SCX-4826FN uses the MLT-D209 black toner cartridge: the standard MLT-D209S (about 2,000 pages) or the high-yield MLT-D209L (about 5,000 pages). The imaging drum is built into the cartridge, so there is no separate drum to buy.

Samsung sold its printer business to HP, and Samsung printers are now supported by HP, including drivers and toner. Castle Ink sells a compatible high-yield MLT-D209L.

CastleScore · November 2026

69/100 — Situational

Samsung SCX-4826FN (Scored on Samsung SCX-4826FN ratings)

Pillar (weight)ScoreWhat it is based on
Owner ratings (28%) — No aggregate owner rating with a usable sample we could verify (a single rating on eBay's product page).
Expert reviews (20%) — No published numeric expert score we could verify for the SCX-4826FN.
Cost per page (18%) 85 About 1.8¢ per page with our compatible MLT-D209L toner (5,000 pages).
Reliability (18%) 62 Most-reported problems: paper jams under the drum; black bands on received faxes; driver setup trouble on Linux
Features (11%) 66 Print, copy, scan, fax, up to 30 ppm, automatic duplex, 50-sheet ADF, 250-sheet tray, Ethernet and USB, 2-line LCD. No Wi-Fi.
Value (5%) 65 Running cost and features against a retired small-office laser that now sells used

Limited data: We could not find a usable owner rating or a published numeric expert score for this printer, so those weights are spread across the other pillars and the score is capped below 70.

Retired. Samsung no longer makes printers; HP now supports Samsung printers, and the SCX-4826FN sells used only.

CastleScore is Castle Ink’s own editorial rating, built from retailer star ratings, expert reviews, real cost per page and owner complaint patterns, checked November 2, 2026. It is not a customer review. See every ranked printer or how the score works.

The toner, pictured

Our own compatible toner, photographed in-house.

What Toner Does the Samsung SCX-4826FN Take?

Cartridge Samsung part no. Approx. yield Castle Ink option
Samsung MLT-D209L Black (high yield) MLT-D209L ~5,000 pages Castle Ink MLT-D209L, $89.95
Samsung MLT-D209S Black (standard) MLT-D209S ~2,000 pages Amazon

Yields are Samsung's figures as listed by 4inkjets, LD Products and CDW. Amazon links are tagged (as an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases).

What Does SCX-4826FN Toner Cost per Page?

On November 2, 2026, 4inkjets listed Samsung's MLT-D209L at $147.99 and the MLT-D209S at $101.99, and LD Products listed them at $147.99 and $101.43: about 3¢ a page for the high-yield cartridge and 5.1¢ for the standard one. Our compatible MLT-D209L is $89.95, about 1.8¢ a page.

Will Compatible Toner Work?

Yes. MLT-D209 cartridges carry a small chip that counts pages, and compatible cartridges come with their own chip. We know of no firmware update for the SCX-4826FN that blocks compatible MLT-D209 cartridges. If the printer will not recognize a new cartridge, take it out, check that all tape and packing are off, and reseat it firmly; if the error stays, the chip is the likely cause and the seller should replace the cartridge. One service technician on a copier forum noted that some generic cartridges in this family do not engage the drive gear as well as Samsung's, which is worth knowing if you see jams that start right after a swap.

How Do I Replace the Toner in the SCX-4826FN?

  1. Open the front cover of the printer.
  2. Pull the old toner cartridge straight out by its handle.
  3. Unpack the new MLT-D209 cartridge and remove any protective paper or tape.
  4. Rock it gently side to side five or six times to spread the toner; do not touch the green underside of the cartridge.
  5. Hold it by the handle and slide it into the printer until it locks into place.
  6. Close the front cover; the printer warms up and returns to Ready.

These are the standard steps for this type of printer. If your model's door label shows a different order, follow the label.

Which Other Printers Use Samsung MLT-D209?

The SCX-4824FN, SCX-4826FN and SCX-4828FN multifunction printers and the ML-2855ND printer all take the MLT-D209S and MLT-D209L.

What SCX-4826FN owners ask

These are the questions that come up most for this printer in the user manual, manufacturer support pages and technician and owner forums, answered in our words.

Is there a separate drum I need to replace?

No. The MLT-D209 is a one-piece toner-and-drum cartridge, so each new cartridge also brings a new drum.

Who supports Samsung printers now?

HP. Samsung sold its printer business to HP, and Samsung's own support pages send owners to HP for drivers, downloads and help.

Paper jams under the drum and faxes show black bands. What helps?

On one SCX-4826FN discussed on a copier technicians' forum, cleaning the paper feed and registration rollers stopped the jams. The black bands on received faxes were traced by the technicians to likely high-voltage or grounding faults, a worn transfer roller, or simply a poor phone line on the sending side, which a repair shop can check.

The printer says the toner is empty but prints fine. Can I keep going?

Yes, for a while. A blinking red status light means toner is low, and the SCX-4x26 manual says rocking the cartridge can temporarily improve print quality. The Maintenance menu also has Ignore Toner and clear-empty-message options, so you can print until the pages fade.

SCX-4826FN quirks worth knowing

  • It has automatic two-sided printing, but the manual limits duplex to 75 to 90 g/m² (20 to 24 lb) paper.
  • It connects by Ethernet and USB only; there is no Wi-Fi.
  • The 50-sheet document feeder and 250-sheet tray cover most small-office jobs, and an optional second 250-sheet tray was offered.
  • On Linux, one owner only got printing and scanning working after installing Samsung's own driver package.

Frequently Asked Questions

What toner does the Samsung SCX-4826FN use?

Samsung MLT-D209S (about 2,000 pages) or the high-yield MLT-D209L (about 5,000 pages). Both are black toner-and-drum cartridges.

Does the MLT-D209L fit the SCX-4826FN?

Yes. The MLT-D209L is the high-yield version of the same cartridge and fits every printer that takes the MLT-D209S.

Does the SCX-4826FN print two-sided automatically?

Yes. It has a built-in duplexer for printing, plus a 50-sheet automatic document feeder for copying, scanning and faxing.

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