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Toshiba e-STUDIO 3525AC

Current-generation A3 color laser MFP for workgroups of 15-50 — 35 ppm color and mono, optional 300-sheet single-pass DSDF, 1,200-sheet standard capacity (5,200 max), 10.1-inch tilting touchscreen, and a 210K mono / 105K color duty cycle.

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Print speed
35 ppm color
Paper capacity
sheets
Duplex
Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Connectivity
Bluetooth · Wi-Fi Direct · USB · Wi-Fi · Ethernet
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Toshiba Toshiba e-STUDIO 3525AC
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Toshiba e-STUDIO 3525AC 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 department of 15-50 people that needs A3 (11x17) color in-house plus 12x18 full-bleed for marketing.
  • You print 5,000-15,000 pages a month with regular color — the 210,000-page mono / 105,000-page color duty cycle gives you headroom.
  • You scan double-sided constantly — the optional 300-sheet DSDF runs 240 ipm duplex.
  • You want the latest e-BRIDGE Next firmware with 10.1-inch tilting touchscreen, OneDrive/SharePoint/Gmail/Google Drive connectors, Multi-Station Print, and a fast quad-core controller.
  • You need IEEE802.1X, IPsec, and CC-certified security with optional FIPS 140-2 SED for compliance.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print 2,500-5,000 pages a month — well within rated duty.
  • You're upgrading from a 3515AC — same chassis size and paper handling, similar ppm; main wins are firmware refresh, faster controller, and refined cloud connectors.
  • You need wireless — GN4030 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth is optional.
  • You need fax — GD1370N is the optional fax kit (1 or 2 lines).
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You print under 1,500 pages a month — overspec for the volume; get the 330AC or 400AC.
  • You print over 18,000 color pages a month — past the 105K color duty cycle; step up to a 5005AC or 5015AC platform.
  • You don't have floor space — base is 23 x 25.2 x 31 inches and 172 lb.
  • You don't have a Toshiba dealer — sold and serviced through authorized partners only.
  • You need finishing standard — staple, hole punch, saddle stitch are all separate accessories.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Toshiba e-STUDIO 3525AC is the current-generation A3 color laser MFP for medium workgroups (15-50 users) that need tabloid color, heavy double-sided scanning, and Toshiba's latest e-BRIDGE Next platform with the 10.1-inch tilting touchscreen and faster controller. It runs 35 ppm in both color and black, hits a 600 x 600 dpi copy resolution and 1,200 x 1,200 dpi color print resolution (3,600 x 1,200 mono with smoothing in PS3), and is rated for a 210,000-page maximum monthly duty cycle in mono / 105,000 in color. Standard paper capacity is 1,200 sheets across two 550-sheet drawers plus a 100-sheet stack-feed bypass that handles 3.9x5.8 to 12x18 plus a 12x47 banner. Max is 5,200 sheets with optional pedestal, drawer, envelope cassette, and 2,000-sheet tandem LCF stacked together. The 10.1-inch WSVGA tilting touchscreen runs the latest e-BRIDGE Next firmware with embedded web browser, Multi-Station Print, OneDrive/SharePoint/Gmail/Google Drive connectors, and Hardcopy Security Printing. Memory is 4 GB; storage is a 320 GB self-encrypting drive (FIPS 140-2 optional). The thing buyers regret: ordering it without the DSDF and discovering single-pass duplex scan was actually the productivity differentiator. Spec the MR4000B DSDF if you scan double-sided.
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Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 35 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 35 pages per minute
Duplex printing Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
First page out < 5.9 seconds (mono), 7.8 seconds (color)
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 35 ppm simplex copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Scanner type Dual Scan Document Feeder (DSDF)
Scan destinations Email, USB, File, Sharepoint, Cloud/e-BRIDGE Plus
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size
Automatic document feeder 300 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 210000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 210,000 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 , Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth Bluetooth for wireless peripherals and audio devices
Display 10.1 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer Toshiba
Model Toshiba e-STUDIO 3525AC
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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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 Toshiba e-STUDIO 3525AC

The printer itself

Toshiba e-STUDIO 3525AC in original Toshiba packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 585 x 641 x 787 mm

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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FAQ

Toshiba e-STUDIO 3525AC, 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 3525AC ships with a starter toner cartridge. The black toner yields approximately 39,800 pages, while the cyan, magenta, and yellow toners yield around 38,000 pages each at 5% coverage. Replacement toners are the high-yield T-FC425U series. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Toshiba e-STUDIO 3525AC is a color MFP with a 35 ppm print speed, a 10.1-inch touchscreen, and a 210,000-page monthly duty cycle, while the eSTUDIO3528A is a monochrome MFP with a 35 ppm print speed, a 9-inch touchscreen, and a 150,000-page monthly duty cycle. The 3525AC supports color printing and has a higher standard paper capacity (1,200 sheets vs. 600 sheets). For small offices needing color, the 3525AC is the better choice.
Yes, the Toshiba e-STUDIO 3525AC is suitable for small businesses with medium workgroups (15-50 users). It offers a 35 ppm print speed, a 210,000-page monthly duty cycle, and features like double-sided scanning and cloud connectivity.
Yes, the Toshiba e-STUDIO 3525AC supports color printing with a 1,200 x 1,200 dpi resolution. It is designed for medium workgroups needing tabloid color output.
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 3525AC 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 3525AC 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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