Toshiba · Monochrome Multifunction

Toshiba e-STUDIO 2803AM

Compact A4 mono desktop MFP — 28 ppm, 350-sheet standard capacity, optional 50-sheet RADF and duplex unit, 80,000 pages/mo duty cycle. Fleet-replacement spec.

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Print speed
28 ppm mono
Paper capacity
sheets
Duplex
Automatic Duplex
Connectivity
Ethernet · USB · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth
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Toshiba Toshiba e-STUDIO 2803AM
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Toshiba e-STUDIO 2803AM 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 run a very small office or workgroup of 2-8 people that needs A4/Letter mono printing with occasional 11x17.
  • You print 200-1,500 pages a month and want a low-cost MFP rated for 80,000.
  • You need a desktop footprint (about 22 x 21 inches, 60 lb) that fits on a credenza.
  • You're maintaining a fleet that includes 2803AM units and want like-for-like.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print up to 2,500 pages a month — within duty cycle.
  • You scan occasionally — the optional 50-sheet RADF handles light volume.
  • You're using this as a personal/department backup machine.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You need color — mono only.
  • You need Wi-Fi or mobile printing (AirPrint, Mopria) — not supported on this generation.
  • You print over 2,500 pages a month consistently — engine is rated for it but you'll burn through the small toner cartridges fast.
  • You need a real touchscreen — this has a small text-mode display.
  • You scan double-sided originals regularly — even with the RADF added, it's a reversing feeder, not single-pass.
  • You're buying new in 2026 — this is end-of-life; look at a current Toshiba A4 mono MFP.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Toshiba e-STUDIO 2803AM is a compact A4/Letter mono MFP from the 2303AM/2803AM/2309A/2809A series — small enough to sit on a credenza (22.6 x 21.2 x 16 inches, 60 lb) but capable of 11x17 from the bypass. It runs 28 ppm in mono at up to 2,400 x 600 dpi, with an 80,000-page monthly duty cycle, sized for very small offices or workgroups (2-8 users) running 200-1,500 pages a month. Standard paper is 350 sheets (one 250-sheet cassette plus 100-sheet bypass), expandable to about 1,700 with optional drawers. First page out is 6.5 seconds. The 50-sheet reversing ADF and automatic duplex unit are both optional, not standard — the base machine is platen-only. Connectivity is 10/100 Ethernet and USB; no Wi-Fi, no AirPrint, no Mopria — this is a pre-mobile-print era device. Today this is purchased almost exclusively as a fleet-replacement unit; for new installs, look at a current-gen Toshiba A4 mono MFP. The thing buyers regret: not specifying the ADU and RADF up front. The base unit is genuinely platen-only and adding both later costs more than the bundle.
Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 28 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to pages per minute
Duplex printing Automatic Duplex
First page out < 6.5 - 7.1 seconds
Copy & Scan
Capability Monochrome Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 28 ppm copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Automatic Duplex
Scanner type
Scan destinations Scan-to-USB
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size
Recommended monthly volume 80000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 80,000 pages/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
Bluetooth Bluetooth for wireless peripherals and audio devices
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer Toshiba
Model Toshiba e-STUDIO 2803AM
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 Toshiba manufacturer warranty
  • Install help by phone or remote session
  • Order your own toner when the starter runs out
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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 Toshiba e-STUDIO 2803AM

The printer itself

Toshiba e-STUDIO 2803AM in original Toshiba packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 22.6 x 21.2 x 16 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

Toshiba 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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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.

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  • Volume & bundled supplies. Tell us your monthly print volume and we'll price toner bundling so you don't get surprised.
FAQ

Toshiba e-STUDIO 2803AM, 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 Toshiba e-STUDIO 2803AM ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter toner typically yields around 6,000 pages. For replacement, the high-yield Toshiba T-2309U toner cartridge offers approximately 14,600 to 17,500 pages. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Toshiba e-STUDIO 2803AM is a compact 28 ppm monochrome MFP designed for small offices (2-8 users), while the eSTUDIO3528A is a faster 35 ppm A3 monochrome MFP built for larger workgroups (15-40 users). The 3528A offers a higher monthly duty cycle (150,000 vs. 80,000 pages), standard auto duplex printing, a larger 9-inch touchscreen with e-BRIDGE Next, and optional Wi-Fi. The 2803AM is more basic, with optional duplex and no mobile printing. For small offices, the 2803AM is cost-effective, but growing teams should consider the 3528A.
Yes, the Toshiba e-STUDIO 2803AM is well-suited for small businesses with 2-8 users printing 200-1,500 pages monthly. Its compact size, 28 ppm speed, and 80,000-page monthly duty cycle make it ideal for light to moderate workloads. However, if your business needs color printing or higher volume, consider stepping up to a commercial option like the Toshiba eSTUDIO3528A or similar models.
No, the Toshiba e-STUDIO 2803AM is a monochrome-only printer. For color printing, consider alternatives like the Toshiba e-STUDIO 2523AC, Toshiba e-STUDIO 3023AC, or Toshiba e-STUDIO 3523AC.
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.
Toshiba includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Toshiba e-STUDIO 2803AM when purchased new from an authorized reseller. 1-800 Office Solutions is an authorized Toshiba 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 Toshiba e-STUDIO 2803AM 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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