Professional 400-Sheet Automatic Micro-Cut Shredder with P-5 Security, 2 × 12 mm Particles and 53-Litre Bin

The HP Pro Shredder Auto 400MC is a high-capacity automatic document shredder designed for offices and professional environments that need to destroy large quantities of confidential paper with DIN 66399 P-5 security.

The Auto 400MC, article number 2823, combines a 400-sheet automatic feeder, 10-sheet manual feed, 2 × 12 mm micro-cut particles, up to 240 minutes of automatic-feed operation, a 53-litre pull-out waste bin, and a four-digit locking automatic-feed compartment.

Compared with the HP Pro Shredder Auto 400CC, the 400MC provides the same 400-sheet automatic capacity but uses a smaller P-5 micro-cut particle for applications requiring a higher paper-security classification.

Overview

The HP Pro Shredder Auto 400MC is designed for organizations where manually feeding large quantities of confidential documents would be inefficient.

Up to 400 sheets can be placed in the automatic feeder, allowing the shredder to process a substantial batch with limited operator involvement.

For everyday smaller jobs, the separate manual feed handles up to 10 A4 sheets at 80 gsm.

Its combination of high automatic capacity, P-5 micro-cut destruction, long duty cycle and large waste container makes it particularly relevant for:

Corporate offices
Finance departments
Accounting departments
Human resources
Legal practices
Professional services
Healthcare administration
Educational administration
Shared departmental shredding
Confidential archive disposal

Key Features

Up to 400-sheet automatic feed
Up to 10-sheet manual feed
Micro-cut shredding
2 × 12 mm particle size
DIN 66399 P-5 security level
Up to 240 minutes automatic-feed runtime
Up to 30 minutes manual-feed runtime
Approximately 45-minute cooling period after extended operation
53-litre pull-out waste bin
Four-digit automatic-feed tray lock
240 mm feed opening
Approximately 1.8 m/min shredding speed
Approximately 60 dB operating noise
Automatic reverse
Manual forward and reverse
Overheat protection
Overload protection
Full/open-bin indication
Feed-error indication
Paper shredding
Staple and paper-clip handling
Credit-card destruction
CD/DVD destruction
Castors for easier positioning
414 W rated power
220–230 V / 50 Hz operation

Technical Specifications

Brand: HP
Product: Pro Shredder Auto 400MC
Article / Model Number: 2823
EAN / Barcode: 4030152952427
Product Type: Professional automatic-feed document shredder

Cut Type: Micro-cut
Particle Size: 2 × 12 mm
Security Level: P-5 according to DIN 66399

Automatic Feed Capacity: Up to 400 sheets
Manual Feed Capacity: Up to 10 sheets

Feed Width: 240 mm
Shredding Speed: Approximately 1.8 m/min

Automatic-Feed Runtime: Up to 240 minutes
Manual-Feed Runtime: Up to 30 minutes
Cooling Time: Approximately 45 minutes

Waste Bin Capacity: 53 litres
Waste Bin Type: Pull-out

Operating Noise: Approximately 60 dB

Rated Input: 220–230 VAC / 50 Hz
Power: 414 W
Current: 1.8 A

Dimensions: 400 × 500 × 764 mm
Net Weight: Approximately 25.6 kg
Colour: Black
Castors: Included

These specifications are confirmed by the current HP office-equipment datasheet issued through GO Europe for model 2823.

P-5 Micro-Cut Document Security

The HP Pro Shredder Auto 400MC cuts paper into approximately 2 × 12 mm particles and carries a P-5 classification under DIN 66399.

The smaller micro-cut output is intended for organizations whose document-destruction policies require greater reduction of confidential paper than standard P-4 cross-cut shredding.

Potential documents can include:

Confidential business records
Financial paperwork
Personnel documents
Customer information
Internal reports
Contracts
Sensitive correspondence
Legal documents
Administrative records
Patient-related administrative paperwork
Technical or commercial documentation

The required security classification should always be determined by the organization's applicable policies, legal requirements and information sensitivity.

400-Sheet Automatic Feed

The main productivity feature of the Auto 400MC is its 400-sheet automatic feeder.

Up to 400 compatible A4 sheets can be loaded for automatic processing under the manufacturer's specified conditions.

This can substantially reduce employee involvement when disposing of larger document batches such as:

Approved archive records
Historical office paperwork
Old reports
Administrative records
Accounting paperwork
HR documents approved for destruction
Project documentation
Routine confidential paper

Actual capacity can depend on paper weight, condition, folds and other physical characteristics.

Four-Digit Paper Tray Lock

The automatic paper compartment incorporates a four-digit code lock.

This can be particularly useful in a shared office environment.

Once confidential documents are placed into the automatic feeder, access to the paper compartment can be restricted while the shredding process continues.

The locking mechanism provides useful temporary protection during processing but should not replace an organization's broader document-handling and information-security procedures.

240-Minute Automatic Runtime

The HP Pro Shredder Auto 400MC provides a substantially longer operating cycle than smaller office shredders.

Published specifications state:

Automatic Feed: Up to 240 minutes
Manual Feed: Up to 30 minutes
Cooling Period: Approximately 45 minutes

This extended duty cycle makes the 400MC particularly relevant for periodic high-volume document-disposal tasks.

Users should still follow the manufacturer's operating instructions and required cooling periods.

10-Sheet Manual Feed

For smaller immediate jobs, the manual insertion slot handles up to 10 A4 sheets at 80 gsm.

This means users do not need to use the large automatic tray whenever only a few documents need to be destroyed.

The manual feed is also the appropriate route for certain non-paper media according to the operating instructions.

53-Litre Pull-Out Waste Bin

The HP Pro Shredder Auto 400MC incorporates a large 53-litre pull-out waste container.

The large capacity complements the 400-sheet feeder and helps reduce the frequency of emptying during higher-volume shredding.

The machine provides full/open-bin status indication to assist routine operation.

Automatic Reverse and Jam Management

An automatic reverse function helps manage paper overloads and feeding problems.

The machine also provides operating-status information covering conditions such as:

Ready for operation
Overheating
Overload
Container full
Container open
Feed error

Manual forward and reverse functions are also provided.

Correct paper capacities and supported media should still be followed to minimize jams and unnecessary wear.

Staples and Paper Clips

The HP Pro Shredder Auto 400MC supports paper containing staples and paper clips, subject to the manufacturer's operating instructions.

This can reduce document preparation time when processing routine office paperwork.

Unsupported metal objects or materials should not be inserted.

Credit Card Shredding

The Auto 400MC is also specified for credit-card destruction.

Credit cards should be inserted using the appropriate feed method according to the operating instructions rather than being mixed indiscriminately into a large paper stack.

CD and DVD Destruction

The HP Pro Shredder Auto 400MC supports CD/DVD destruction, an important difference from the smaller Auto 200-series models.

This can be useful for organizations that still need to dispose of obsolete optical media containing business information.

CDs and DVDs should be processed only according to the manufacturer's specified procedure.

Quiet Office Operation

The published operating noise is approximately 60 dB.

Actual perceived noise depends on the room, material being shredded and operating mode.

The 400MC should therefore be regarded as professional office equipment rather than described as silent.

Office Applications

The HP Pro Shredder Auto 400MC can be considered for:

Corporate offices
Finance and accounting
Human resources
Legal offices
Administration departments
Healthcare administration
Educational institutions
Professional services
Shared departmental shredding
Archive-clearing projects
Confidential document disposal

Finance and Accounting Applications

Finance and accounting departments often handle paper containing information that should not enter ordinary waste streams.

Examples include:

Draft financial reports
Account-related paperwork
Customer records
Supplier information
Internal calculations
Invoice documentation
Historical financial paperwork approved for destruction

The combination of P-5 micro-cutting and a 400-sheet automatic feeder can be useful where substantial quantities of approved documents need secure disposal.

HR and Personnel Documents

Human-resources departments can accumulate paperwork containing sensitive employee information.

Potential documents include:

Recruitment paperwork
Draft personnel documents
Payroll-related records
Internal HR correspondence
Administrative forms

Documents should only be destroyed after applicable legal, regulatory and organizational retention requirements have been satisfied.

Legal and Professional Services

Legal, accounting and professional-service organizations may also consider the Auto 400MC where their document-security policies require P-5 destruction.

The large automatic feeder can be particularly useful when archived files are periodically reviewed and approved for disposal.

Archive Disposal

The combination of:

400-sheet automatic feeding
Up to 240-minute automatic runtime
53-litre waste bin
Four-digit tray lock
P-5 micro-cutting

makes the Auto 400MC particularly relevant for controlled archive-clearing work.

Before destruction, documents should always be reviewed against applicable retention requirements.

Purpose of Use

The HP Pro Shredder Auto 400MC is primarily intended for high-volume automatic destruction of confidential paper where P-5 micro-cut security is required.

Its strongest use case is where an organization genuinely needs:

Large automatic document batches
P-5 security
Small 2 × 12 mm particles
Extended shredding cycles
Large waste capacity
Temporary locking of documents during automatic processing

For lower-volume environments, an Auto 200-series model may be sufficient.

For applications where P-4 security meets the organization's requirements, the related Auto 400CC may also be considered.

HP Pro Shredder Auto 400MC vs 400CC

The two models share similar capacity but have an important security difference.

HP Pro Shredder Auto 400MC

Micro-cut
2 × 12 mm
P-5
400-sheet automatic feed
10-sheet manual feed
53-litre bin
240-minute automatic runtime
414 W

HP Pro Shredder Auto 400CC

Cross-cut
4 × 12 mm
P-4
400-sheet automatic feed
10-sheet manual feed
53-litre bin
240-minute automatic runtime
345 W

The 400MC should be selected when the P-5 security classification is actually required. A higher security level is not automatically necessary for every office application.

HP Pro Shredder Auto 400MC vs 200MC

Both models provide P-5 micro-cut shredding with 2 × 12 mm particles, but their workload capacities differ.

Auto 400MC

400-sheet automatic feed
53-litre bin
Up to 240 minutes automatic operation
Up to 30 minutes manual operation
CD/DVD destruction
Four-digit tray lock

Auto 200MC

200-sheet automatic feed
32.2-litre bin
Up to 60 minutes automatic operation
Up to 10 minutes manual operation
No CD/DVD destruction
No automatic-feed tray lock

For moderate office use, the 200MC may be sufficient. The 400MC is more appropriate where the additional batch capacity and extended duty cycle will genuinely be used.

Things to Verify Before Ordering

Please confirm:

Product: HP Pro Shredder Auto 400MC
Article number: 2823
EAN: 4030152952427
P-5 security is required
2 × 12 mm micro-cut meets the requirement
400-sheet automatic capacity is appropriate
10-sheet manual capacity is suitable
53-litre bin is appropriate
CD/DVD destruction is required if relevant
Available installation space
220–230 V / 50 Hz electrical requirement
Current regional warranty
Current availability and lead time

Who Should Consider the HP Pro Shredder Auto 400MC?

This model may be suitable for organizations that:

Regularly destroy large quantities of confidential documents
Require P-5 paper security
Need 400-sheet automatic feeding
Want smaller 2 × 12 mm micro-cut particles
Need long automatic shredding cycles
Require a large 53-litre waste bin
Operate a shared departmental shredding station
Want to secure documents inside the automatic feeder during processing
Need compatible credit-card and CD/DVD destruction

For occasional low-volume shredding, this capacity may be unnecessary.

Why NEOTECH® UAE

NEOTECH® focuses on matching shredding equipment to the actual security and workload requirement rather than recommending higher capacity or security simply because it is available.

For document shredders, customers should consider:

Required security level
Particle size
Document volume
Automatic-feed capacity
Manual-feed capacity
Duty cycle
Bin capacity
Supported materials
Physical installation space

For the HP Pro Shredder Auto 400MC, the verified reference is 2823, with P-5 security, 2 × 12 mm micro-cut particles, 400-sheet automatic feeding and a 53-litre bin.

Delivery – UAE

Delivery is available within the UAE.

Order Cut-off: 14:00 GST
Handling: 1–2 business days where applicable
Standard Transit: Approximately 3–5 business days after handling
Typical Total Delivery: Approximately 4–7 business days for available products

For non-stock or special-order products, delivery may extend to approximately 10–15 working days or up to 25 working days, depending on supplier availability.

Current availability should be confirmed before ordering.

FAQ

Q: What is the HP Pro Shredder Auto 400MC?
A: It is a professional automatic-feed P-5 micro-cut document shredder with up to 400-sheet automatic capacity, 10-sheet manual feed and a 53-litre bin.

Q: What is the correct model number?
A: The HP Pro Shredder Auto 400MC is article number 2823, with barcode/EAN 4030152952427.

Q: Is the Auto 400MC P-4 or P-5?
A: P-5. One current UAE marketplace title incorrectly displays P-4, but its own product description says P-5, and the official product datasheet confirms DIN 66399 P-5.

Q: What is the cut size?
A: Approximately 2 × 12 mm micro-cut particles.

Q: How many sheets can it shred automatically?
A: Up to 400 sheets under the manufacturer's specified conditions.

Q: What is the manual-feed capacity?
A: Up to 10 sheets at a time.

Q: How long can it operate?
A: Up to approximately 240 minutes in automatic-feed mode and 30 minutes in manual-feed mode.

Q: Does the automatic paper tray lock?
A: Yes. The automatic-feed compartment has a four-digit code lock.

Q: What is the waste-bin capacity?
A: Approximately 53 litres.

Q: Can it shred staples and paper clips?
A: Yes, within the manufacturer's operating limits.

Q: Can it shred credit cards?
A: Yes. Credit-card destruction is included among the supported media.

Q: Can it shred CDs and DVDs?
A: Yes. The manufacturer's datasheet lists CDs/DVDs among the supported shredding media.

Q: What is the difference between the 400MC and 400CC?
A: The principal difference is document-security level and particle size. The 400MC is P-5 micro-cut at 2 × 12 mm, while the 400CC is P-4 cross-cut at 4 × 12 mm. Both provide 400-sheet automatic feeding and a 53-litre bin.

Contact

For product identification, availability or quotation:

Email: support@neotech.ae
Address: Store 13, Computer Building, Al Fahidi, Bur Dubai, Dubai 44245, UAE

Disclaimer

HP and related product names are trademarks of HP Inc. or its affiliates. The manufacturer's current datasheet states that HP is used by GO Europe GmbH under licence from HP Inc. NEOTECH® is an independent UAE technology supplier and does not claim manufacturer authorization unless expressly documented.

Specifications may change by production revision or regional supply. Confirm the exact article number, electrical specification, regional warranty and current availability before ordering.

Last Updated: 23 September 2026 (GST, UTC+4)

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