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Toshiba e-STUDIO 3530C

Floor-standing A3 color laser MFP from Toshiba's late-2000s platform — 35 ppm color / 45 ppm mono, 1,100-sheet capacity, supports up to 12x18, optional 100-sheet RADF, and a modest 70K monthly duty cycle. Best as a like-for-like fleet replacement.

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Print speed
ppm mono
Paper capacity
sheets
Duplex
Automatic Duplex
Connectivity
USB · Ethernet · Wi-Fi
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Toshiba e-STUDIO 3530C 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 inherited an older Toshiba color A3 fleet from the late-2000s era (3530C/3540C/3550C generation) and need a like-for-like replacement on existing leases.
  • You print 1,000-3,000 pages a month and aren't pushing the 70,000-page duty cycle.
  • You print mostly mono (45 ppm) with some color (35 ppm) — the engine is faster in black than in color, which suits low-color volume.
  • You only need scan-to-email and scan-to-folder over SMB/FTP — basic networking is plenty.
  • You're maintaining an existing copy room, not buying new.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print up to 5,000 pages a month — the 70K duty cycle gives some headroom.
  • You don't need a tablet-style touchscreen — this is a basic LCD/keypad-era machine.
  • You don't need wireless or mobile printing — these came on later generations.
  • You need fax — the optional fax kit adds a Super G3 line.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You print over 8,000 pages a month consistently — you're past the 70K duty cycle. Get a current 3525AC or 3515AC.
  • You need single-pass duplex scanning — RADF only on this generation.
  • You need cloud connectors (SharePoint, OneDrive, Google Drive) — not on this firmware.
  • You need modern security (FIPS 140-2 SED, IPsec, SSL/TLS, CC certification) — get a current-generation Toshiba.
  • You need Windows 11 driver support — this generation's drivers are limited.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Toshiba e-STUDIO 3530C is a floor-standing A3 color laser MFP from Toshiba's late-2000s e-STUDIO platform — a 35-ppm color / 45-ppm mono engine designed for small workgroups that needed tabloid color copy/print/scan/fax in one box. It hits a 5.2-second first copy out in mono and 8.4 seconds in color, prints up to 600 x 600 dpi, holds about 1,100 sheets standard across two 550-sheet drawers plus a bypass, supports up to 12x18 paper, and is rated for a modest 70,000-page maximum monthly duty cycle (lower than the mono 353 because color engines wear faster). The optional 100-sheet RADF reverses pages for duplex scanning; there is no single-pass dual-scan feeder on this generation. Connectivity is 10/100 Ethernet plus USB; Wi-Fi, AirPrint, Mopria, and cloud connectors are not part of this platform. Standard auto-duplex print handles two-sided output. The chassis is heavy (about 267 lb) and large (30 x 28 x 29 inches). The thing buyers regret: trying to scale color volume on this. The 70K duty cycle and color toner economics weren't designed for high-volume color print. If you print more than ~5,000 pages a month or need cloud workflows, look at the 3515AC or 3525AC instead.
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Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to pages per minute
Duplex printing Automatic Duplex
Print resolution Up to 2,400 × 600 dpi
Copy & Scan
Capability Monochrome Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 35 ppm color, 45 ppm black-and-white copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Automatic Duplex
Scanner type
Scan resolution (optical) Up to 2,400 × 600 dpi
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size
Recommended monthly volume 70000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 70,000 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
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer Toshiba
Model Toshiba e-STUDIO 3530C
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 3530C

The printer itself

Toshiba e-STUDIO 3530C in original Toshiba packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly

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 3530C, 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 3530C ships with starter toner cartridges. The starter toner yields are approximately 29,000 pages for black and 24,000 pages for each color (cyan, magenta, yellow) at 6% coverage. Replacement toner models are T-FC28K (black), T-FC28C (cyan), T-FC28M (magenta), and T-FC28Y (yellow), all with the same yields. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Toshiba e-STUDIO 3530C is a color MFP with a 35-ppm color and 45-ppm mono print speed, while the eSTUDIO3528A is a monochrome-only MFP with a 35-ppm print speed. The 3530C has a lower monthly duty cycle (70,000 pages) compared to the 3528A's 150,000 pages, making the 3528A better for higher-volume environments. The 3528A also offers optional Wi-Fi, AirPrint, and Mopria, which the 3530C lacks. For small offices needing color, the 3530C is suitable, but for higher mono volumes and modern connectivity, the 3528A is a better choice.
The Toshiba e-STUDIO 3530C is a good fit for small businesses with modest color printing needs, offering 35 ppm color and 45 ppm mono print speeds, a 70,000-page monthly duty cycle, and standard features like auto-duplex printing and a 100-sheet RADF. However, if your business prints more than ~5,000 pages per month or requires cloud workflows, consider stepping up to a commercial option like the Toshiba 3515AC or 3525AC.
Yes, the Toshiba e-STUDIO 3530C is a color laser MFP capable of printing in full color at up to 35 pages per minute. It supports color printing at 600 x 600 dpi and is designed for small 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 3530C 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 3530C 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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