Overview
Maximize workgroup productivity, easily manage print jobs and improve workflow processes with the HP LaserJet Enterprise CM4540 MFP series. Designed to meet the needs of a managed enterprise with high volume users, the CM4540 can reliably print, scan, and copy at fast speeds and can seamlessly support multiple workflows with a robust paper handling capability of up to 2,100 sheets. The device features intuitive document management functionalities, including digital send image preview with page editor, advanced security options, and a walk-up USB to keep printing environments secure with minimal interruptions. The HP LaserJet Enterprise CM4540 Multifunction Printer series helps reduce the impact on the environment with Instant-on technology, which reduces energy use up to 50% and automatic two-sided printing.
The HP LaserJet Enterprise CM4540 MFP series also supports HP ePrint, which allows users the freedom and convenience to print anytime, anywhere from any web-connected device. HP ePrint will be available later this year via a free, opt-in firmware update.
Key features and benefits
- Intuitive HP Easy Select pivoting color touch screen control panel with digital send image preview to ensure accuracy; walk-up USB port to print directly from—and save scans to—flash drives
- HP Secure High Performance embedded hard disk and an access port for an optional Kensington-style lock to help protect important business assets
- Maximize efficiency with superior paper handling including a 100-sheet multipurpose tray, 500-sheet input tray, 500-sheet output bin; additional paper handling input options of 500-sheet Paper Feeder, 500-sheet Paper Feeder and cabinet or 3 x 500-sheet paper feeder and stand, and additional paper handling output of a 900-sheet 3-bin stapling mailbox (4)
- Increase productivity with built-in automatic two-sided printing and a 50-sheet automatic document feeder; handle large size scanning jobs with the legal-size flatbed scanner
- 1.5 GB total memory and 800 MHz processor to quickly handle complex print jobs and up to 120,000-page monthly duty cycle
- Fast print speeds of up to 42 pages per minute in both color and in black and a first page out from Ready mode in as fast as 9.5 seconds; print high-quality prints with 1200 x 1200 dpi output
- Compatible with robust manageability and extensibility solutions including HP Web Jetadmin, HP Color Access Controls, HP Open Extensibility Platform, and HP ePrint
- Quickly and easily configure digital sending features with the new save-to-folder and scan-to-email setup wizards embedded in the device
- ENERGY STAR® qualified; use Instant-on Technology and get up to 50 percent energy savings over competitive products
HP Color LaserJet Print Cartridges with HP ColorSphere toner
- HP Black Print Cartridge CE260A: $150
- HP Black Print Cartridge, high capacity CE264X: $203
- HP Cyan Print Cartridge CF031A:$246
- HP Yellow Print Cartridge CF032A: $246
- HP Magenta Print Cartridge CF033A: $246
Pricing and availability
- HP LaserJet Enterprise CM4540 Multifunction Printer: $3,799
- HP LaserJet Enterprise CM4540f Multifunction Printer: $4,499
- HP LaserJet Enterprise CM4540fskm Multifunction Printer: $5,549
The HP LaserJet Enterprise CM4540 MFP Printer series is expected to begin shipping worldwide on November 1, 2010.

