Toshiba · Monochrome Multifunction

Toshiba e-STUDIO 556

55 PPM monochrome A3 multifunction from the 556 generation, refresh of the 555 with updated controller and scan pipeline.

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Print speed
55 ppm mono
Paper capacity
sheets
Duplex
Automatic Duplex
Connectivity
Ethernet · USB · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth
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Toshiba Toshiba e-STUDIO 556
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 556 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 print 8,000-18,000 monochrome pages a month for a 6-12 person office
  • You want a current-step-back platform at a discount versus the latest generation
  • You have a dealer carrying 556 parts and toner
  • You need A3, duplex, and optional finisher
  • You scan to email or folder
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • It's fine if your team grows from 6 to 15 over the next two years
  • It's fine if your monthly volume occasionally hits 20,000 pages
  • It's fine if you do not need fax
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • Skip this if you need any color output
  • Skip this if you want a true compact desktop footprint
  • Skip this if you need the latest cloud connectors
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

Toshiba's 556 was the next-generation refresh of the 555, keeping the 55 PPM monochrome speed and A3 support while updating the controller and improving the scan pipeline. For a small office of 6-12 that prints monochrome at volume and wants a current-step-back generation rather than the latest 5518A, the 556 fits cleanly. Standard duplex, paper capacity scaling past 4,500 sheets across drawers, and finisher options including 50-sheet stapling all ship as add-ons. The honest regret: the small-office tagging is generous. In practice the footprint is closer to a workgroup-class unit, and a 6-person team will rarely use more than half the duty cycle. If you want true compact monochrome, look at a desktop MFP instead.
Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 55 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to pages per minute
Duplex printing Automatic Duplex
First page out < 4 seconds
Copy & Scan
Capability Monochrome Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 55 ppm copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Automatic Duplex
Scanner type
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size
Automatic document feeder 100 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 0 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 460,000 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 556
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.

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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 556

The printer itself

Toshiba e-STUDIO 556 in original Toshiba packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 46 x 28 x 31 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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  • 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 556, 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 556 ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter toner yields approximately 73,000 pages at 6% coverage. The replacement toner model is the T-8560U, which is a high-yield cartridge also yielding around 73,000 pages. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Toshiba e-STUDIO 556 prints at 55 ppm and is designed for small offices of 6-12 users, while the eSTUDIO3528A prints at 35 ppm and is suited for larger departments of 15-40 users. The 556 has a higher monthly duty cycle and supports A3 printing, whereas the 3528A offers a more advanced user interface with e-BRIDGE Next and optional high-capacity scanning. For small offices needing speed and volume, the 556 is a better fit, while the 3528A is ideal for larger teams requiring advanced scanning and workflow features.
The Toshiba e-STUDIO 556 is suitable for small businesses with a team of 6-12 users who require high-volume monochrome printing at 55 ppm. It supports A3 printing and has scalable paper capacity, making it ideal for offices with moderate to high print demands. However, its footprint is closer to a workgroup-class unit, so smaller teams may find it excessive. For true compact monochrome solutions, consider a desktop MFP instead.
No, the Toshiba e-STUDIO 556 is a monochrome-only printer. For color printing, consider alternatives like the Toshiba e-STUDIO 5506AC, 6506AC, or 7506AC, which support 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 556 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 556 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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