Sharp · Monochrome Single-function

Sharp MX-B557P

55-ppm desktop monochrome printer with true 1,200 x 1,200 dpi, 4.3-inch color touchscreen, auto duplex, 650-sheet standard capacity (expandable to 4,400), Gigabit Ethernet, optional finisher, and direct print of Word/Excel/PowerPoint.

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Print speed
55 ppm mono
Paper capacity
4,400 sheets
Duplex
Automatic Duplex
Connectivity
USB · Ethernet · Wi-Fi · Wi-Fi Direct
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Sharp MX-B557P
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Sharp MX-B557P is actually for

Most printer pages just tell you what a printer does. Here's the honest version: when this machine is the right choice, when it's fine, and when you should look at something else. We sell a lot of these for a reason, but the reason is not "every office."

Best fit

Pick this if...

  • You're a small office or workgroup of 10-25 people that needs 55 ppm with true 1,200 x 1,200 dpi and a real 4.3-inch touchscreen on a print-only chassis.
  • You print 3,000-8,000 pages a month — letters, contracts, transactional output, mailings — and want headroom to scale capacity to 4,400 sheets via add-on drawers.
  • You print Word, Excel, or PowerPoint files directly from a USB stick, file server, or mobile device — supported standard via FTP, SMB, web page, email, and front USB host port.
  • You want optional finishing without buying an MFP — the MX-FN38 (staple) and MX-FN39 (staple/hole-punch) bolt on for 50-sheet stapling and 500-sheet output.
  • You sort jobs by user — the optional MX-MS10 four-bin mailbox routes prints to dedicated bins.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print up to 12,000 pages a month — engine handles it but you'll want at least one MX-CS25 2,100-sheet drawer to keep the operator out of refill duty.
  • You need wireless — Wi-Fi is optional (802.11 b/g/n module bolts on); not standard. Budget for the add-on.
  • You need 3-times data overwrite security (DoD-style wipe) — supported, but only with the optional hard disk drive. Confirm at quote.
  • You're choosing between this and the MX-B707P — same chassis, B707P is 15 ppm faster (70 vs 55). Pick by monthly volume.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You need scan, copy, or fax — print-only. The MX-B557F is the MFP version on a different chassis.
  • You need color — mono only.
  • You need 11x17 (ledger) — max output is 8.5 x 14 (legal).
  • You need wireless out of the box — Wi-Fi is optional; budget the module.
  • You print under 2,000 pages a month — you're paying for engine and a touchscreen you won't use. The MX-B450P or MX-B467P fit smaller volumes.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Sharp MX-B557P is a 55-ppm desktop monochrome laser printer for small offices and workgroups of 10-25 people that need real touchscreen control, true 1,200 x 1,200 dpi, and room to scale paper capacity. It runs PCL 6 and PostScript 3, prints letter and legal (no 11x17), and pulls from a 550-sheet drawer plus a 100-sheet bypass standard (650 sheets total), expandable to 4,400 sheets with optional 250, 550, and 2,100-sheet feed units. The 4.3-inch color touchscreen handles print preview, settings, and direct print of BMP, DCX, DOC/DOCX, GIF, JPEG, PCX, PDF, PNG, PPT/PPTX, TIFF, XLS/XLSX, and XPS via FTP, SMB, web page, email, and the front USB port. Auto duplex is standard. Wired interface is Gigabit Ethernet plus dual USB 2.0 host ports; 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi is optional. Memory starts at 1 GB and goes to 5 GB. AirPrint and Android print framework are standard. Optional finishing covers staple (MX-FN38), staple plus hole-punch (MX-FN39), high-capacity output expander, and a 4-bin mailbox for sorting. Footprint is 16.85 x 20.1 x 17.4 inches at 56.4 lb. Blue Angel certified. The thing buyers regret: not budgeting the optional drawer at quote time. The 650-sheet base capacity gets thin fast at 55 ppm. Best for offices that print Word/Excel directly from mobile and want finishing without an MFP.
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Print
Print technology Single-function
Print speed (mono) Up to 55 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 0 pages per minute
Duplex printing Automatic Duplex
Print resolution Up to 1,200 × 1,200 dpi
First page out < 4.5 seconds
Copy & Scan
Capability Monochrome Single-function
Duplex copy / scan Automatic Duplex
Scanner type
Scan resolution (optical) Up to 1,200 × 1,200 dpi
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 4 sheets
Paper size A4/Letter · A5 · Legal
Recommended monthly volume 2250 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 15,000 pages per month
Connectivity
Wired Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
USB USB for charging, data transfer, and OTG support
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n/ac/ax , Wi-Fi Direct
Display 4.3 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Desktop
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer Sharp
Model MX-B557P
How you can buy this printer

Buy it, lease it, or just reorder supplies

Three ways to get this printer, each priced to match how you actually use it. Most small offices lease because toner and maintenance are bundled. If you know what you need, buy outright. If you already own one, just reorder supplies.

Buy outright
One-time payment · yours to keep
Custom quote
Free delivery · 1-yr warranty
  • Machine is yours the day it arrives
  • 4,500-page starter toner included
  • 1-year Sharp manufacturer warranty
  • Install help by phone or remote session
  • Order your own toner when the starter runs out
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Most small offices
Lease & bundle
36- or 60-month term · toner included
Custom lease quote
Flexible terms · tailored to your volume
  • Printer + unlimited toner bundled
  • Maintenance and parts included
  • Upgrade to a bigger machine anytime
  • Typical lease payment is tax-deductible
  • One predictable monthly bill instead of surprise toner orders
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Supplies only
Already own one? Just reorder.
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Genuine Brother TN830 / TN830XL
  • Genuine Brother TN830 toner (standard yield, ~1,200 pages)
  • Genuine Brother TN830XL toner (high yield, ~4,500 pages)
  • Genuine Brother DR810 drum unit when it's time
  • Free shipping on qualifying orders
  • Auto-reorder option so you never run out mid-job
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Final lease rate depends on term length, credit profile, and bundled supplies. Outright purchase and supplies pricing varies with bundled warranty, install packages, and order volume. Request a quote for exact pricing.

Included with every order

What ships with the Sharp MX-B557P

The printer itself

Sharp MX-B557P in original Sharp packaging. Desktop form factor, roughly 15.7 x 19.3 x 14.6 inches

Starter toner

Includes a high-capacity starter supply, giving you about 3 to 6 months of use before you have to think about your next order.

Setup documentation

Sharp quick-start card, power cord, USB cable (use Wi-Fi or Ethernet for multi-user), and a link to driver downloads.

Setup call (if you want it)

Book a 20-minute setup call with our team. We'll walk through network config, driver install, and first print. No extra cost, no sales pitch.

Supplies & consumables

Toner, yields, and what to actually reorder

The #1 question we get on this printer is "which toner do I buy?" Short answer: you have two cartridge options and a drum. Standard yield TN830 covers roughly 1,200 pages. High yield TN830XL covers roughly 4,500 pages and is the better value for most offices. Pick XL unless you print very little.

The drum unit (DR810) is separate and usually lasts 15,000 to 30,000 pages before it needs replacing. At a typical small office volume, expect to change it once every 2 to 4 years.

If you lease this printer through us, toner and drum are included. You never pay for supplies separately. That's usually the better deal once you add up real costs over 3 years.

TN830

Standard-yield toner

About 1,200 pages · fits all L2700 / L2750 / L2759 series

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TN830XL

High-yield toner BEST VALUE

About 4,500 pages · recommended for most offices

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DR810

Drum unit

15,000–30,000 pages · replace every 2–4 years · separate from toner

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Based on 2 verified customer reviews

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What customers actually say

The 5-star consensus: "it just works"

Small sample size, high signal. The 2 verified reviewers picked this model to replace older inkjets or aging Sharp machines. Common threads in the feedback:

  • ★ "Been using this for our small office for about a year now and it handles our volume well. The copy quality is solid and the finishing options like stapling and hole punch have cut down on prep time."
  • ★ "Good enough for a home office setup where I do freelance design work. Output quality meets my needs, though sometimes the warm-up time feels a bit long. Not a deal-breaker for occasional use."

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Tell us how you want to pay (outright, lease, or supplies only) and what volume you run. You'll get a line-item quote back within one business day, from a specialist who actually works on these machines, not a general sales rep.

  • Real pricing, no runaround. Upfront monthly lease rate or outright price, plus shipping and any install add-ons itemized.
  • One business day turnaround. Quotes land in your inbox within 24 hours. Often faster.
  • No credit pull until you say yes. We don't ping your credit to give you a quote. Only if you sign.
  • Volume & bundled supplies. Tell us your monthly print volume and we'll price toner bundling so you don't get surprised.
FAQ

Sharp MX-B557P, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (888) 574-5120 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

Yes, the Sharp MX-B557P ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter toner has an estimated yield of approximately 45,000 pages at 5% coverage. The replacement toner model is the Sharp MX-B70T (or MXB70T), which is a high-yield cartridge with the same 45,000-page yield. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Sharp MX-B557P is a monochrome printer with a speed of 55 ppm, while the Sharp BP-70C45 is a color MFP with a speed of 45 ppm in both black and color. The MX-B557P is designed for small offices of 10-25 people and has a standard paper capacity of 650 sheets, expandable to 4,400 sheets. The BP-70C45 is suited for departments of 25-60 people and has a standard capacity of 650 sheets, expandable to 6,300 sheets. The BP-70C45 includes a 10.1-inch touchscreen, cloud connectivity, and scanning capabilities, which the MX-B557P lacks. For small offices needing monochrome printing, the MX-B557P is a cost-effective choice.
Yes, the Sharp MX-B557P is well-suited for small businesses with 10-25 people, offering a speed of 55 ppm and a standard paper capacity of 650 sheets, expandable to 4,400 sheets. It handles monthly volumes of 3,000-8,000 pages and supports direct printing from mobile devices and USB. However, if your business requires color printing or higher volumes, consider stepping up to a commercial option like the Sharp BP-70C45.
No, the Sharp MX-B557P is a monochrome printer and only prints in black and white. If you need color printing, consider alternatives like the Sharp BP-70C45, which offers color printing at 45 ppm, or other color MFPs in the Sharp lineup.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (888) 574-5120. A printer specialist responds within one business day with a detailed, itemized quote based on your location, monthly volume, whether you want to buy outright or lease, and any bundled supplies or service. Quotes are free and no obligation. We do not pull credit to issue a quote.
Sharp includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Sharp MX-B557P when purchased new from an authorized reseller. 1-800 Office Solutions is an authorized Sharp reseller. Extended warranty and full-service maintenance plans are available through our managed print services bundle, which covers parts, labor, and on-site service for the life of the agreement.
Yes. Free delivery is included on every Sharp MX-B557P order shipped within the continental United States. Most orders ship within 1 to 2 business days and arrive within 2 to 5 business days. Install guidance is available by phone or remote session at no extra cost.

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