Lexmark E260A21A Black Toner Cartridge – Compatible Replacement

Lexmark E260A21A Black at a glance: a black toner cartridge rated at about 3,500 pages. Compatible: newly manufactured to the original's size and specifications. Fits the E260, E260d, E260dn and other models listed below. Backed by our 1-year 100% satisfaction guarantee; orders placed by 4 PM ET (Mon–Fri) ship the same day from Long Island, NY.

Key Facts

What's in the Box

• 1 × Lexmark E260A21A Black compatible toner cartridge — about 3,500 pages

Page yield is 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 (12 models)

• Lexmark E260
• Lexmark E260d
• Lexmark E260dn
• Lexmark E260dt
• Lexmark E260dtn
• Lexmark E360d
• Lexmark E360dn
• Lexmark E360dtn
• Lexmark E460dn
• Lexmark E460dtn
• Lexmark E460dw
• Lexmark E462dtn

Don't mix these up: E360H11A/E360H21A are 9,000-page high-yield cartridges that fit the E360/E460/E462 but not the E260.

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: E260A21A, Lexmark E260A11A (return program), E260A11E, Lexmark E260 toner, Lexmark E260/E360/E460 toner 3.5K

Installation & Troubleshooting

Installing: open the printer's front or top cover and pull the empty cartridge out by its handle. Gently rock the new cartridge side to side five or six times to spread the toner, pull the sealing tape straight out if there is one, slide it in until it seats and close the cover.

Supply messages: if the printer shows a "non-genuine" or "used supply" notice, press OK or Continue to keep printing. If the cartridge isn't recognized, check that all packing material is off and reseat it firmly.

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

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) supplies are new from the printer brand and cost the most. Compatible supplies, like this one, are newly manufactured by a third party to the original's size and page-yield specifications, so they drop into the same slot at a much lower price. Remanufactured supplies are emptied originals that have been cleaned and refilled.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pages does the Lexmark E260A21A Black print?

About 3,500 pages, based on Lexmark's rating for the original E260A21A at roughly 5% coverage.

Which printers does it fit?

E260, E260d, E260dn, E260dt, E260dtn, E360d and other models listed below. See the full list above, or check our Find Ink by Printer page.

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.