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HP
Color LaserJet CM2320fxi Multifunction Printer

Wired color MFP with fax and automatic duplex. A closer look at the benefits, the limitations, and the alternatives.

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Our take

The HP Color LaserJet CM2320fxi combines color printing with copy, scan, and fax in a wired multifunction device. This review is tied to the exact U.S. product code CC435A#ABA rather than every CM2320 family suffix. HP's U.S. materials document Ethernet and an automatic document feeder, with automatic duplex printing for the fxi configuration. The product page lists up to 20 pages per minute in color and 22 in monochrome. HP support recommends 1,000–2,500 pages per month. Together, those details make it a plausible small-office hub where paper originals, fax, and routine two-sided output are part of the same workflow. The reviewed sources do not list built-in wireless for this exact model, so an Ethernet or direct connection is the supported path. This is an older platform; replacement supplies, drivers, service parts, and the status of any used unit deserve more attention than the feature list alone. Ask for the exact part label, a color and mono print sample, duplex output, an ADF feed sample, and confirmation that fax and scan destinations work. Check what toner is included and the seller's returns. The tagged Amazon link is a model search and does not prove availability, unit condition, or a particular offer.

Consider it for

A small office needing a wired color all-in-one with fax, document feeding, two-sided output, and a defined monthly use band..

Look elsewhere if

It is a poor fit for a print-only desk, a wireless-required setup, a very light workload, or a buyer unwilling to confirm supplies and driver support for an older multifunction platform.

Pros & cons

What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.

What works in its favor

  • HP documents color print, copy, scan, and fax on the exact CM2320fxi model.
  • The reviewed sources support automatic duplex, Ethernet, an ADF, and a 1,000–2,500 page monthly recommendation.
  • The published output rates separate color from monochrome rather than presenting one ambiguous speed.

What to weigh up

  • Built-in wireless is not documented for the exact U.S. fxi configuration.
  • The larger MFP workflow brings more feeder, scanner, fax, and color components to inspect on a used machine.
  • Current consumable availability, service support, and unit condition are not established by the manufacturer product pages.

The key details

Published product specifications
Model coveredCM2320fxi
Main functionsColor print, copy, scan, and fax
Print outputUp to 20 ppm color / 22 ppm mono; automatic duplex
Two-sided printingEthernet; recommended 1,000–2,500 pages per month

Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 5, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.

What the features mean for you

A color MFP rather than a simple printer

HP identifies the CM2320fxi as a multifunction product with print, copy, scan, and fax functions. That makes it a better fit for a small office that moves paper in both directions than a single-function printer. Its larger role also means more components to assess: scanner glass, document feeder, fax connection, print engine, and control interface. If the office already has reliable scanning and fax equipment, the extra functions may not justify the older device's size and maintenance needs. The exact fxi suffix should appear on the unit label.

Automatic duplex and document feeding

HP's exact-model material lists automatic two-sided printing and an automatic document feeder. Those address different tasks: duplex output turns printed pages, while the feeder moves original pages into a copy, scan, or fax workflow. Do not assume that every feeder operation scans both sides automatically unless the exact source says so; the review claims only the documented ADF presence. A buyer should ask for a duplex print sample and a multi-page feeder test from any older listing. Wear, skew, and missed pages depend on the individual machine.

Wired installation with no Wi-Fi assumption

HP's reviewed specifications identify Ethernet as a standard interface for the CM2320fxi. They do not establish built-in Wi-Fi on this exact U.S. code. A wired network is therefore the supported sharing path in this profile. Verify that the target network and host operating systems can use the printer's available drivers and protocols. Do not rely on an unrelated wireless CM2320-family suffix or on a seller title that omits the exact model letters. Ask for a network configuration page when evaluating a used unit.

Understand the separate color and mono rates

HP lists up to 20 pages per minute for color output and 22 for monochrome. These are rated figures and should not be read as a guarantee for mixed documents, first pages, or a particular aging machine. The difference matters in an office that prints mostly black text with occasional color forms. A sample can help evaluate actual output quality and color balance, while the rated numbers provide a common technical reference. No claim about observed test speed is made here.

The workload recommendation is bounded

HP's reviewed support page gives the CM2320 series a recommended monthly volume of 1,000–2,500 pages. This is the manufacturer guidance used for the exact fxi profile, not the device's maximum duty cycle. It can help screen a very light or heavier office routine, but it does not reveal the page count, wear, or remaining component life of an individual printer. Color supply costs are also not provided by this review. Compare current toner availability and expected color use before adopting the model for a department.

Do a careful legacy-device handoff

The CM2320fxi is an older, more complex printer than a direct USB desktop model. Before selecting an offer, request a photo showing CC435A#ABA, confirm the Ethernet port and power label, and test print, copy, scan, fax, and duplex paths. Check that the ADF feeds pages cleanly, that the scanner lid and glass are intact, and that both color and black supplies are present or priced separately from current sources. Verify drivers on the intended computers and return rights. Neither an old Amazon identifier nor a maker page confirms a present listing's condition or contents.

What else to compare

For a smaller color MFP with wireless and duplex, compare Lexmark MC3224i. For a wired mono fax MFP with duplex document feeding, compare Xerox WorkCentre 3550.

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Before you buy

Does the CM2320fxi include fax?

Yes. HP identifies the exact fxi model as a color multifunction printer with fax capability.

Does the CM2320fxi print on both sides automatically?

Yes. HP's exact-model product information lists automatic duplex printing for the CM2320fxi.

Does this model include built-in Wi-Fi?

The reviewed HP sources document Ethernet but do not establish built-in Wi-Fi for the exact CC435A#ABA fxi configuration.

What monthly volume does HP recommend?

HP's reviewed specification gives a recommended range of 1,000 to 2,500 pages per month.

Can it scan a stack of paper?

HP lists an automatic document feeder. Check its operation and condition on an individual used unit.

Where can I check the current price?

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Sources & review basis

We use the following manufacturer documentation for the product features above. Our suitability notes and buying advice are editorial judgments based on those features, not measured performance results.

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The decision

The CM2320fxi fits a wired small office that will use its color, copy, scan, fax, and duplex workflow. Confirm exact part, feeder function, consumables, and driver support before relying on a legacy unit.

Is it the right fit?

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