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Is this the right printer for you?
Who the Toshiba e-STUDIO 5506AC is actually for
Most equipment pages just tell you what a device 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
offer equipment for every business need, but the right machine depends on your specific workflow.
Best fit
Pick this if...
You print 10,000-30,000 color pages a month for a 25-50 person enterprise
You need 50-sheet stapling and saddle-stitch booklets in one device
You want A3 for marketing collateral and 11x17 spreadsheets
You scan to Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox, or Box natively
You have floor space for a 60-inch wide finisher footprint
Works fine
You'll be happy if...
It's fine if 60% of your work is monochrome, since both run at 55 PPM
It's fine if you start without the booklet finisher and add it
It's fine if your monthly color volume varies between 5,000 and 25,000 pages
Look elsewhere
Skip this if...
Skip this if you need photo-lab quality color
Skip this if floor space is tight, since the finisher adds significant width
Skip this if your office is under 15 people, since this is overspec
Full specifications
Every spec, no guessing
Enterprise-class color throughput at 55 PPM on both monochrome and color, the Toshiba e-STUDIO 5506AC anchors a 25-50 person enterprise floor that needs daily color output without queues. The e-BRIDGE Next controller drives a 10.1-inch tablet touchscreen, A3 tabloid is supported, duplex runs at full rated speed, and paper capacity scales past 7,000 sheets across drawers and a large-capacity feeder. Standard finisher options include staple, hole-punch, and saddle-stitch booklet making with a 50-sheet stapling capacity. Cloud connectors for Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox, and Box ship native. The trade-off at this tier is footprint: this is a floor-standing unit that needs 60 inches of clearance and a dedicated 110V or 220V circuit depending on the finisher load.
Up to 65 ppm (B&W) / 55 ppm (Color) copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan
Automatic Duplex
Scanner type
High-Speed, High-Capacity Document Feeder (DSDF)
Paper & Media
Automatic document feeder
300 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume
25000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle
480,000 pages/month
Connectivity
Wired
Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
USB
High-Speed USB Interface (Host / Device)
Wireless
Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n/ac/ax
Display
10.1 inches
Physical & power
Form factor
Workgroup
Usage class
Enterprise
Manufacturer
Toshiba
Model
Toshiba e-STUDIO 5506AC
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.
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 5506AC
The printer itself
Toshiba e-STUDIO 5506AC in original Toshiba packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 39.5 x 23 x 28 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 guide, power cord, connectivity cables, and driver/firmware resources.
Setup call (if you want it)
Book a 20-minute setup call with our team. We'll walk through network configuration and onboarding.
Supplies & consumables
Genuine OEM Supplies for the Toshiba e-STUDIO 5506AC
Need replacement toner or parts for your Toshiba Toshiba e-STUDIO 5506AC? We supply certified genuine OEM consumables to keep your machine printing at peak performance and ensure your manufacturer warranty remains fully protected.
Whether you require standard-yield cartridges for light printing, high-yield options for a lower cost-per-page, or replacement drum units, we carry the full lineup of compatible supplies for this model.
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.
Standard Toner
Standard-Capacity Toner
Standard OEM toner cartridge, best for offices with lower monthly print volumes.
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each
High-Yield Toner
High-Capacity Toner BEST VALUE
High-yield OEM toner cartridge, delivering a lower cost-per-page for active offices.
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each
Drum / Kit
Drum Unit / Maintenance Kit
OEM-certified replacement components to restore original print quality and reliability.
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
Toshiba e-STUDIO 5506AC, 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 5506AC ships with a starter toner cartridge. The black starter toner yields approximately 106,600 pages, while each color (cyan, magenta, yellow) yields about 39,200 pages. Replacement toners are the high-yield T-FC556U series (TFC556UK for black, TFC556UC, TFC556UM, and TFC556UY for colors). When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Toshiba e-STUDIO 5506AC is a color printer with a speed of 55 ppm, supports A3 tabloid printing, and includes advanced features like a 10.1-inch touchscreen, cloud connectivity, and a large paper capacity of over 7,000 sheets. In contrast, the Toshiba eSTUDIO3528A is a monochrome printer with a speed of 35 ppm, a smaller 9-inch touchscreen, and a maximum paper capacity of 3,200 sheets. The 5506AC is ideal for enterprises needing high-volume color output, while the 3528A is better suited for departments requiring fast monochrome printing and scanning. For small offices needing color, the 5506AC offers greater versatility.
The Toshiba e-STUDIO 5506AC is designed for enterprise-level use, with a high monthly duty cycle and a speed of 55 ppm, making it suitable for businesses with 25-50 employees. Its color printing, large paper capacity, and advanced features like cloud connectivity and finishing options make it a robust choice for small businesses with high print volumes. However, its large footprint and enterprise-class features may be excessive for very small offices.
Yes, the Toshiba e-STUDIO 5506AC is a color printer, capable of printing in both color and monochrome at a speed of 55 ppm. It supports high-yield color toners (cyan, magenta, yellow) with a yield of approximately 39,200 pages each, making it ideal for businesses requiring high-volume 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 5506AC 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 5506AC 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.
Ready to put this printer to work?
Request a free, no-obligation quote on the Toshiba e-STUDIO 5506AC. Lease, buy outright, or just order supplies. Quote in your inbox within one business day. Or call and talk to a specialist right now.