HP 90A Black Toner Cartridge (CE390A) – Compatible

HP 90A Black (CE390A) at a glance: a black toner cartridge rated at about 10,000 pages. Compatible: newly manufactured to HP's specifications. Fits the HP LaserJet Enterprise 600 M601, M602 and M603 series and LaserJet Enterprise M4555 MFP. The imaging drum is built in. Backed by a 1-year 100% satisfaction guarantee; orders by 4 PM ET (Mon–Fri) ship the same day from Long Island, NY.

Key Facts

What's in the Box

• 1 × HP 90A Black (CE390A) compatible toner cartridge — about 10,000 pages

Page yields are the manufacturer's rating for the matching original cartridge, measured at roughly 5% page coverage under ISO/IEC 19752 or 19798 testing. Your results will vary with what you print.

Compatible Printers (9 models)

• HP LaserJet Enterprise 600 M601n
• HP LaserJet Enterprise 600 M601dn
• HP LaserJet Enterprise 600 M602n
• HP LaserJet Enterprise 600 M602dn
• HP LaserJet Enterprise 600 M602x
• HP LaserJet Enterprise 600 M603n
• HP LaserJet Enterprise 600 M603dn
• HP LaserJet Enterprise 600 M603xh
• HP LaserJet Enterprise M4555 MFP

Don't mix these up: HP 90A and the high-yield 90X fit the same slot. They are not the same as HP 37A/37X (Enterprise M607/M608/M609).

Not sure? Look up your exact model on our Find Ink by Printer page, or contact us and we'll confirm the right toner for you.

Part Numbers & Also Known As

This toner cartridge replaces or is also searched for as: CE390A, HP CE390A, HP 90A black, HP90A black, 90A black toner, M602 black toner, M603 black toner

Chips, Printer Messages & Installation

Installing: open the printer's toner door, pull out the empty cartridge by its handle, then rock the new cartridge gently side to side five or six times to spread the toner. Remove the orange shipping lock and pull the sealing tape straight out, then slide the cartridge in until it seats and close the door.

Chip and supply messages: this compatible cartridge carries its own chip. The printer may show a "non-HP" or "used supply" notice; press OK to continue. If the cartridge isn't recognized, remove it, check that all packing material is off and reseat it firmly. Keeping automatic firmware updates off avoids most chip problems.

Streaks or faint print: rock the cartridge again to redistribute toner and print a cleaning page from the printer menu. See laser printer streaks and lines.

Still stuck? See our guide to fixing a cartridge that isn't recognized or contact us and we'll make it right.

Compatible vs. Remanufactured vs. Original

Original (OEM) toner is new from the printer brand and costs the most. Compatible toner, like this cartridge, is newly manufactured by a third party to the original's size, chip and page-yield specifications, so it drops into the same slot at a much lower price. Remanufactured toner is an emptied original cartridge that has been rebuilt and refilled. Castle Ink sells compatible (newly manufactured) toner and remanufactured inkjet cartridges.

Other Options for the Same Printers

• HP 90X Black (CE390X)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pages does the HP 90A Black print?

About 10,000 pages, based on HP's rating for the original CE390A at roughly 5% coverage.

90A or 90X?

Both fit the same printers. 90X prints about 24,000 pages versus about 10,000 for 90A.

Will this void my printer warranty?

No. Under the U.S. Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, a manufacturer can't void your printer warranty just because you used a third-party or remanufactured supply. If a non-original supply directly caused damage, that specific repair might not be covered.

How long can I store it?

Sealed toner keeps for about two years at room temperature. Keep it in its bag, away from heat and direct sunlight, and store it flat.

When will my order ship?

Orders placed by 4 PM ET, Monday through Friday, ship the same business day from Long Island, NY, by USPS (2–5 business days). Expedited 1–2 day delivery is available at checkout, and shipping is free on orders over $50.