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Ricoh SP 8400DN

Floor-standing A3 mono laser printer for high-volume print rooms — 60 ppm, 2.2 sec first page, 1,200-sheet capacity expandable to 4,700, 10.1" Smart Operation Panel touchscreen, full finishing options.

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Print speed
60 ppm color
Paper capacity
4,700 sheets
Duplex
Automatic Duplex
Connectivity
USB · Ethernet · Wi-Fi Direct
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Ricoh SP8400DN
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Ricoh SP 8400DN 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, mailroom, or print room of 30-100 people pushing 10,000-50,000 mono pages a month.
  • You print on 11x17 / tabloid or larger — this is a true A3 device, not Letter/Legal-only.
  • You need fast first-page-out at scale: 2.2 seconds, 60 ppm continuous, 21-second warm-up.
  • You need finishing — staple, hole-punch, z-fold, tri-fold, 4-bin mailbox all bolt on (3,000-sheet finisher, 1,000-sheet hybrid stapleless finisher, internal multi-fold unit).
  • You need enterprise security / managed print: DataOverwriteSecurity (DOSS), Locked Print, IPsec, TLS, Common Criteria-class authentication, NFC ID card reader optional.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print 50,000-100,000 pages a month — inside the 300K/mo duty cycle, just plan supplies (51,000-page toner) and the 160K Maintenance Kit A on schedule.
  • You need Wi-Fi — IEEE 802.11 Type M19 accessory adds it; Ethernet is the standard backbone.
  • You want 4,700 sheets on line — add the 550x2 PB3240 or the 2,000-sheet PB3260 LCT plus the 1,500-sheet RT3030 side LCT.
  • You want held / locked print queues at scale — 320 GB HDD is optional (Type P13), not standard.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You need color — this is mono only. Look at Ricoh IM C6500/C8000 or Pro C series for production color.
  • You need scan, copy, or fax — this is a single-function printer (despite the spec sheet label icons). Get the Ricoh IM 8000 / Pro 8120 family for MFP workflows.
  • You print under 5,000 pages a month — way overbuilt. Look at the P 800 or P 502.
  • You don't have the floor space — main unit is 23.1 x 25.7 x 28.3 in and 125.6 lb; with finisher and LCT it's a 4-foot-wide footprint.
  • You don't have a managed print contract or fleet relationship — finishing accessories, NFC card readers, and Maintenance Kits ship through Ricoh dealer/contract channels, not retail.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Ricoh SP 8400DN is a floor-standing A3 mono laser printer built for departments, mailrooms, and print rooms pushing 10,000-50,000 mono pages a month. It runs at 60 ppm with first page out in 2.2 seconds, prints at 1200 x 1200 dpi, and has auto duplex standard. Standard paper input is 1,200 sheets (550 + 550 + 100 bypass), expandable to 4,700 sheets with the 550x2 PB3240, the 2,000-sheet PB3260 LCT, or the 1,500-sheet RT3030 side LCT. Max paper size is 12 x 18 from the bypass, 11x17 from trays — this is a real tabloid printer. The 10.1-inch Smart Operation Panel is a full color touchscreen with USB host and SD card slot built in, and runs the same shortcut/widget UI as Ricoh's IM MFPs. Connectivity is Gigabit Ethernet, USB 2.0, dual USB Type A host standard; Wi-Fi (Type M19) and NFC card reader (Type P11) are optional. Finishing is the differentiator: the SR3230 3,000-sheet finisher, SR3210 1,000-sheet hybrid stapleless finisher, FD3000 internal multi-fold unit (z-fold/tri-fold), and CS3010 4-bin mailbox all bolt on. Toner is the SP 8400A at 51,000 pages, with a 160,000-page Maintenance Kit A and a 320,000-page Maintenance Kit B (fuser). Duty cycle 300,000/mo. Buyers regret: no color, no scan, no fax. If you need any of those at this volume, get an IM MFP. And it's a floor-standing unit — plan the footprint before you order.
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Print
Print technology Single-function
Print speed (mono) Up to 60 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 60 pages per minute
Duplex printing Automatic Duplex
Print resolution Up to 1,200 × 1,200 dpi
First page out < 2.2 seconds
Copy & Scan
Capability Monochrome Single-function
Duplex copy / scan Automatic Duplex
Scanner type
Scan resolution (optical) Up to 1,200 × 1,200 dpi
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 4 sheets
Paper size A5 · A4/Letter · Legal · A3/Tabloid
Recommended monthly volume 25000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle
Connectivity
Wired Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
USB USB for charging, data transfer, and OTG support
Wireless , Wi-Fi Direct
Display 10.1 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Desktop
Usage class Production
Manufacturer Ricoh
Model SP8400DN
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 Ricoh 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 Ricoh SP 8400DN

The printer itself

Ricoh SP 8400DN in original Ricoh packaging. Desktop form factor, roughly 23 x 25.75 x 28.25 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

Ricoh 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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Based on 3 verified customer reviews

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What customers actually say

The 5-star consensus: "it just works"

Small sample size, high signal. The 3 verified reviewers picked this model to replace older inkjets or aging Ricoh machines. Common threads in the feedback:

  • ★ "Been using this for our small office for about two years now and it's been solid. The duplex printing is fast and the toner cartridges last longer than I expected. Network setup was straightforward."
  • ★ "Works well for what we need it to do. Print quality is crisp, especially for documents. Only minor complaint is the manual is kind of confusing for some of the networking features, but once I figured it out it was fine."
  • ★ "Got this for home office use and it handles the volume without any issues. Quiet operation compared to my old printer, and the finishing options for collating have saved me time on client materials."

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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.

  • 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

Ricoh SP 8400DN, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (386) 261-8323 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

Yes, the Ricoh SP 8400DN ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter toner has a yield of approximately 51,000 pages at 5% coverage. The replacement toner model is the Ricoh 821276, which also yields 51,000 pages. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Ricoh SP 8400DN is a monochrome printer with a speed of 60 ppm and a monthly duty cycle of 300,000 pages, ideal for high-volume printing. The Ricoh IM 3500 is a monochrome MFP with a speed of 35 ppm, a monthly duty cycle of 100,000 pages, and includes scanning and copying capabilities. The SP 8400DN is designed for departments needing high-volume printing, while the IM 3500 is better suited for mid-size workgroups requiring scanning and copying. For small offices, the IM 3500 offers more versatility with its MFP features.
The Ricoh SP 8400DN is designed for departments or print rooms pushing 10,000-50,000 mono pages a month, making it suitable for small businesses with high-volume printing needs. It offers a fast print speed of 60 ppm and a duty cycle of 300,000 pages per month. However, it is a monochrome printer and lacks scanning and copying capabilities. If your business requires color printing or additional features, consider stepping up to a commercial option.
No, the Ricoh SP 8400DN is a monochrome printer and can only print in black and white. If you need color printing, consider alternatives such as the Ricoh IM C3500, Ricoh IM C4500, or Ricoh IM C6000.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (386) 261-8323. 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.
Ricoh includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Ricoh SP 8400DN when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Smart Technologies is an authorized Ricoh 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 Ricoh SP 8400DN 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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