HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3303fdw Printer, Print/Copy/Scan/Fax, Duplex, ADF, Wireless/Ethernet/USB – Model No: 499M8A

HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3303fdw Wireless Colour Laser Printer (499M8A)

The HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3303fdw wireless colour laser printer is a compact, full-function multifunction device designed for small business workteams that need fast colour printing, two-sided scanning, copying, and fax from a single wired and wireless-connected unit. It adds dual-band Wi-Fi 802.11ac and duplex ADF scanning to the feature set of the wired 3303fdn — making it the more capable choice for teams sharing a printer across multiple wireless devices or regularly digitising double-sided documents. Furthermore, HP Wolf Pro security and HP TerraJet Toner arrive preconfigured and installed, so the device is ready for business immediately out of the box.

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Technical Specifications

Functions & Technology

Print Performance

Smart Software Features

Copy

Scan

Fax

Connectivity

Paper Handling

Security

Printer Management

Operating System Compatibility

Physical

Power

Toner Cartridges

Sustainability

Warranty

In the Box

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Use Cases

Wireless Small Business Teams Sharing a Single Printer

The 3303fdw suits offices where two to five colleagues print from a mix of laptops, desktops, and mobile devices over a shared Wi-Fi network. Dual-band 802.11ac covers both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands and automatically reconnects if the signal drops, so print jobs reach the device reliably without IT intervention. Furthermore, Wi-Fi Direct allows a visiting client or remote worker to print directly from a smartphone without joining the office network.

Teams Regularly Scanning Two-Sided Documents

The single-pass duplex ADF is the primary differentiator over the 3303fdn. Teams processing double-sided supplier invoices, signed agreements, HR forms, or compliance documentation feed the ADF once and receive a complete two-sided scan in a single pass at up to 34 ipm in black and white. Additionally, Scan to Email, Scan to Network Folder, and Scan to SharePoint send completed documents directly to their destination from the front-panel touchscreen, without touching a connected PC.

Fax-Reliant Professional Environments

Legal, medical, and financial teams that still rely on fax as a primary document channel benefit from the 3303fdw’s 33.6 kbps fax with 500-page memory and 200 speed-dial numbers. For instance, a legal office sending executed agreements to court registries or a medical practice faxing referrals to specialists can automate repetitive fax workflows through the HP Smart App’s Mobile Fax feature. The two RJ-11 ports support simultaneous line and phone connections without an external splitter.

Secure Document Printing in Space-Constrained Offices

At 418 × 419 × 341 mm and 17.1 kg, the 3303fdw occupies a compact footprint suited to reception desks, small back-office areas, or shared workroom credenzas where a larger MFP would not fit. HP Wolf Pro security — including PIN/pull print release and role-based access control — ensures confidential documents print and release in a controlled, auditable process even in open shared spaces. Moreover, WebScan is disabled by default, closing a common network vulnerability that many competing devices leave open.

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Considerations

No Duplex ADF Scanning on the Wired Sibling

• 3303fdn Lacks Duplex ADF Scanning: If your team is comparing the 3303fdn (499M7A) and 3303fdw (499M8A), the duplex ADF scanning capability is a confirmed difference. The fdn supports simplex ADF scanning only. However, all other print, copy, fax, and paper handling specifications are identical between the two models.

Paper Capacity and Output Limitations

• No Optional Third Tray: The 3303fdw supports a maximum of two paper trays with no expansion option. Maximum input capacity is 251 sheets — considerably less than the 850-sheet maximum achievable on the 4303 series with an optional third tray. Teams printing high daily volumes without frequent paper reloads should note this ceiling.
• 100-Sheet Output Tray: The output bin holds 100 sheets, half the capacity of the 4303 series. Consecutive large print runs risk overflow at the output tray. Teams printing jobs longer than 80 pages should monitor output bin levels actively or split large jobs into batches.
• ADF Minimum Size is A5: The ADF accepts documents from A5 (148 × 210 mm) upward. Smaller documents — A6 cards, receipts, or compact forms — require the flatbed for scanning and copying rather than the ADF.

Speed and Duty Cycle vs the 4303 Series

• 25 ppm vs 33 ppm on the 4303: The 3303fdw prints at 25 ppm versus 33 ppm on the 4303fdw. For teams exceeding 2,500 pages per month or with more than five frequent users, the 4303 series offers meaningfully higher throughput, a larger 50,000-page duty cycle, a 150-sheet output bin, and an optional 550-sheet third tray. The 3303fdw is optimised for smaller teams within its 150–2,500 page recommended monthly volume.

Toner and Starter Cartridge

• Starter Cartridge Yield Not Specified: The in-box toner cartridge is listed without a specified yield or model number in the official datasheet. Buyers should check hp.com/go/toneryield to confirm the included cartridge’s page yield before relying on it for immediate high-volume production.
• 222X High-Yield Toner Reduces Replacement Frequency: Standard 222A cartridges yield approximately 1,200–1,300 pages per colour channel. Teams printing at the upper range of the recommended monthly volume should plan for HP 222X high-yield cartridges (~2,500–3,200 pages) to reduce replacement frequency and lower per-page costs over time.

Connectivity Clarification

• Wi-Fi Direct Does Not Require the Main Network: Wi-Fi Direct allows mobile devices to connect and print directly to the 3303fdw without the office Wi-Fi network being involved. However, Wi-Fi Direct may require the HP Smart App or a compatible driver installed on the connecting device, and it operates independently of the main Ethernet or Wi-Fi network connection.

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Need a wired-only option? Compare the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3303fdn for the same print, copy, and fax performance over Gigabit Ethernet — without Wi-Fi or duplex ADF scanning.

For teams requiring faster throughput, a larger paper capacity, or single-pass duplex ADF scanning at higher speeds, compare the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 4303fdw.

For driver downloads, toner compatibility, and warranty registration, visit the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP 3303fdw official support page.