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HP 56 Black Ink Cartridge (C6656AN)

Item: 491208    Model: C6656AN#140

HP 56 Black Ink Cartridge (C6656AN)
4.5stars
( 1923 reviews)
  • Yields up to 520 pages
  • Fade-resistant color provides superior results and brilliant, true-to-life images that last for generations
  • The unmatched reliability of original HP ink cartridges means consistent convenience and better value
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Yields up to 520 pagesFade-resistant color provides superior results and brilliant, true-to-life images that last for generationsThe unmatched reliability of original HP ink cartridges means consistent convenience and better valueEachYields up to 520 pagesFade-resistant color provides superior results and brilliant, true-to-life images that last for generationsThe unmatched reliability of original HP ink cartridges means consistent convenience and better valueHP 56 Black Ink Cartridge (C6656AN)http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0337520_sc7?$std$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0337520_sc7?$thb$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0337520/HP-56-Black-Ink-Cartridge-C6656AN/product_491208HP 56 Black Ink Cartridge (C6656AN)4.51923
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HP 56 Black ink cartridges offer the finest quality and consistency for all your documents, projects, and presentations

  • Yields up to 520 pages
  • Fade-resistant color provides superior results and brilliant, true-to-life images that last for generations
  • The unmatched reliability of original HP ink cartridges means consistent convenience and better value
  • High-quality cartridges print everything the way you wanted and are perfect for everyday printing applications
  • hp 65 percent more pages
  • Recycle Ink. Get $2 in Rewards
  • Visit the Staples Rewards Center
  • 95 x 95
Specifications
Wide Format Compatibility No
Ink/Toner Cartridge Type Original
Ink/Toner Pack Size 1/Pack
Ink/Toner Color Black
Supply Type Ink
Cartridge Yield Type Standard
Page Yield Per Package (Up to) 520
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HP 56 Black Ink Cartridge (C6656AN)
 
4.3

(based on 1924 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (976)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (639)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (203)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (53)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (53)

92%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Clean replacement (1513)
  • Long cartridge life (1023)
  • Sharp tones & colors (1013)
  • Dries quickly (914)
  • Easy to replace (837)

Cons

  • Too expensive (464)
  • Short cartridge life (335)
  • Smears easily (40)
  • Dull tones & colors (23)
  • Pricey / poor value (18)

Best Uses

  • Everyday documents (1751)
  • Professional documents (663)
  • Graphics & charts (555)
  • Photos (454)
  • Greeting cards (16)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Frequent user (1371), Heavy duty user (304), Infrequent user (216), Budget shopper (5)
    • Primary use:
    • Personal (1447), Business (439)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (8)

Most Helpful Positive Review

 

Greatest Ink Cartridge of ALL TIME!!!!

This was just the most fantastic ink cartridge EVER. I'm so grateful that Staples is giving me the chance to review it and share my love of HP 56 (C6656AN) with the world! ...Read complete review

This was just the most fantastic ink cartridge EVER. I'm so grateful that Staples is giving me the chance to review it and share my love of HP 56 (C6656AN) with the world! You must buy this ink cartridge. I don't care if you don't even have an HP printer - just buy one and admire the expensive rare black ink inside of a plastic container for the low, low price at Staples.

Someone at Staples must've gotten a promotion for thinking that I (the consumer) would be so excited about my ink cartridge purchase that I'd want to write a review and share it with my facebook friends - way to go summer social media intern - you were right! I do turn to my friends and ask them often: "How satisfied were you with your recent ink cartridge purchase at Staples? I know I have to buy the only ink cartridge that fits my printer, but I was hoping that you could offer your opinion."

Sadly, 1000 other people felt compelled to review an ink cartridge...but I bet none of them used the YouTube option! Did you really expect me to film a video about my ink cartridge review? Well guess what? I did.

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Most Helpful Negative Review

 

Get what you pay for

I threw my old printer J6490 in the garbage and hooked up the old reliable HP 1350 all-in-one which uses the 56 ink and is cheaper and works better than the other junk

I threw my old printer J6490 in the garbage and hooked up the old reliable HP 1350 all-in-one which uses the 56 ink and is cheaper and works better than the other junk

Reviewed by 1924 customers

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5/21/2013
 
5.0

I would buy this product again and again

By ron

from sc

About Me Heavy Duty User

Verified Buyer
This customer has reached Intern level on the Staples.com Leaderboard

Pros

  • Clean Replacement
  • Dries Quickly
  • Easy to Replace
  • Long Cartridge Life
  • Long Lasting Color
  • Sharp Tones & Colors

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Everyday documents
    • Graphics & Charts
    • Photos
    • Professional Documents

    Comments about HP 56 Black Ink Cartridge (C6656AN):

    great

    • Primary use:
    • Personal

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    5/17/2013
     
    5.0

    I would buy this again

    By Don

    from St.Ignace,MI

    About Me Infrequent User

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Clean Replacement
    • Dries Quickly
    • Easy to Replace
    • Long Cartridge Life

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Everyday documents

      Comments about HP 56 Black Ink Cartridge (C6656AN):

      good ink, lasts awhile

      • Primary use:
      • Personal

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      5/17/2013
       
      5.0

      I would buy this product again

      By Don

      from St.Ignace,MI

      About Me Frequent User

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Clean Replacement
      • Dries Quickly
      • Easy to Replace
      • Long Cartridge Life

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Everyday documents

        Comments about HP 56 Black Ink Cartridge (C6656AN):

        very good ink, don't use much, last me awhile.

        • Primary use:
        • Personal

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        5/16/2013
         
        4.0

        Only game in town

        By lynchmob

        from MI

        About Me Frequent User

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Dries Quickly
        • Easy to Replace

        Cons

        • Short Cartridge Life
        • Too Expensive

        Best Uses

        • Everyday documents

        Comments about HP 56 Black Ink Cartridge (C6656AN):

        Good stuff

        • Primary use:
        • Personal

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        5/12/2013
         
        4.0

        Good results for the price

        By Wordsmith Writer

        from Dallas, Texas

        About Me Frequent User

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Clean Replacement
        • Dries Quickly
        • Easy to Replace
        • Long Cartridge Life
        • Long Lasting Color
        • Sharp Tones & Colors

        Cons

        • Too Expensive

        Best Uses

        • Everyday documents
        • Professional Documents

        Comments about HP 56 Black Ink Cartridge (C6656AN):

        Although my HP printer is older than one of the newer models I purchased, I still prefer this model. The clarity in the print, longevity of the ink usage, and the quickness of drying are all vey important elements to me. Since I use the printer primarily for business/professional purposes it is very important to me to have those qualities. To get the best return on the printer, I buy the extended cartridge. It would be most helpful to small business owners if the older model ink cartridges weren't so expensive. we have to use our equipment until they just die, so help us out by reducing the cost. thanks

        • Primary use:
        • Business

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        • Q:

          I have an HP Officejet 5710v. I don't see the inks that go with this printer on your site; however, the machine has the following numbers where you load the cartridges: 22 27 56 58.
          Asked on 4/3/2011 by Mr. Rad from Florida

          1 answer

          • CUSTOMER CARE

            A:

            Your printer will that the 56, 58 inks or the 22, 27 inks. We are unable to list every printer. I apologize for the inconvenience this has caused you.

            Answered on 4/11/2011 by Bonnie B from Staples

        • Q:

          what size ml is this? Do they make the large size anymore - bigger than the 19ml?
          Asked on 12/5/2009 by mdkarr from Woodinville, WA

          1 answer

          • VERIFIED BUYER

            A:

            19ml

            Answered on 12/8/2009 by FencingMaster from San Diego CA

        • Q:

          We own 2 hp deskjet 960C - Can we use this inkcartridge
          Asked on 11/10/2009 by Anonymous

          1 answer

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            yes

            Answered on 12/2/2009 by meu from Brookville, Ohio
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