Toshiba · Color Multifunction

Toshiba e-STUDIO 4540CG

45 ppm color A3 MFP from older Toshiba generation, TAA-spec for government. Refurb-only buy, and only for text-heavy work.

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Print speed
45 ppm color
Paper capacity
sheets
Duplex
Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Connectivity
Bluetooth · Wi-Fi · USB · Ethernet
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Toshiba Toshiba e-STUDIO 4540CG
Authorized Toshiba reseller Free shipping to 50 states 1-year manufacturer warranty Install guidance by phone 30-day return policy
Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Toshiba e-STUDIO 4540CG 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...

  • Pick this if you are a government buyer with a TAA requirement and a tight refurb budget.
  • Pick this if your output is text-heavy forms, contracts, and reports.
  • Pick this if your dealer stocks parts and provides full TAA documentation.
  • Pick this if you need basic color at A3 size for occasional internal pieces.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • It's fine if your existing fleet is older Toshiba and the driver experience is consistent.
  • It's fine if you mostly print mono and only occasionally use color.
  • It's fine if your scan workflow is basic email and USB.
  • It's fine as a 2-3 year stopgap before a current-generation refresh.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • Skip this if you produce in-house marketing materials — the resolution disappoints.
  • Skip this if you are buying new — this generation is past its prime.
  • Skip this if you don't have a TAA mandate.
  • Skip this if your dealer can't promise parts for the lease term.
  • Skip this if your volume exceeds 50,000 pages a month.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Toshiba e-STUDIO 4540CG is a 45 ppm color A3 multifunction from an earlier generation, configured for government buyers — TAA-compliant build, dual 550-sheet drawers plus a 100-sheet bypass for 1,200 sheets standard, max 5,200 sheets with optional feeders, 600x600 dpi resolution, e-BRIDGE network controller, and full print/copy/scan/fax with scan-to-email and scan-to-USB. The color touchscreen is the older Toshiba UI — functional but dated. Volume sweet spot is 15,000 to 40,000 mixed pages a month. The thing buyers regret: the 600x600 dpi resolution feels noticeably soft on photo and graphics-heavy work compared to the 1200x1200 you get on the current AC line. If you produce marketing pieces in-house, the quality will disappoint your design team. For text-heavy government documents — forms, contracts, reports — it's serviceable. Buy refurb if at all, and only if your dealer commits to TAA documentation and parts for the term of the lease.
Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 45 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 45 pages per minute
Duplex printing Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Print resolution Up to 600 × 600 dpi
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 45 ppm simplex copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Scanner type
Scan resolution (optical) Up to 600 × 600 dpi
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size
Recommended monthly volume 590000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 590,000 impressions
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 4540CG
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 4540CG

The printer itself

Toshiba e-STUDIO 4540CG 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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  • 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 4540CG, 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 4540CG ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter toner yields approximately 34,200 pages for black and 26,800 to 29,500 pages for color (cyan, magenta, yellow) based on 5% coverage. Replacement toner models include the T-FC25K for black and T-FC25C/M/Y for color. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Toshiba e-STUDIO 4540CG is a color A3 multifunction printer with a speed of 45 ppm, while the eSTUDIO3528A is a monochrome A3 multifunction printer with a speed of 35 ppm. The 4540CG includes a color touchscreen with an older Toshiba UI and is designed for a monthly volume of 15,000 to 40,000 mixed pages, whereas the 3528A features a 9-inch color touchscreen with e-BRIDGE Next and is rated for a 150,000-page monthly duty cycle. The 4540CG is better suited for color printing needs, while the 3528A is ideal for high-volume monochrome printing. For small offices needing color, the 4540CG is a solid choice, but if monochrome and high volume are priorities, the 3528A may be more suitable.
The Toshiba e-STUDIO 4540CG is suitable for small businesses with a monthly page volume of 15,000 to 40,000 mixed pages. It offers a speed of 45 ppm and features like print/copy/scan/fax, making it versatile for office tasks. However, its 600x600 dpi resolution may not be ideal for graphics-heavy work. If your business requires higher quality or exceeds the volume limits, consider stepping up to a commercial option.
Yes, the Toshiba e-STUDIO 4540CG supports color printing. It is a color A3 multifunction printer designed for both color and monochrome printing tasks.
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 4540CG 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 4540CG 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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