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HP Color LaserJet Managed MFP E78635dn

Floor-standing A3 color laser MFP for workgroups of 20-75 — 35 ppm, 200-sheet single-pass ADF (180 ipm duplex), 1,140-sheet capacity, 10.1" touchscreen, HP Wolf enterprise security. Non-Flow (no embedded OCR).

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Print speed
35 ppm color
Paper capacity
2140 sheets
Duplex
Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Connectivity
USB · Ethernet · Wi-Fi
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the HP Color LaserJet Managed MFP E78635dn 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 of 20-75 people that needs A3 (11x17) color in-house at full E786 speed without paying for Flow features.
  • You print 8,000-20,000 pages a month, mostly basic scan-to-network and copy.
  • You already run an HP fleet on Web JetAdmin or HP Command Center and want a Managed device that drops in.
  • You need enterprise-grade security (HP Wolf, Sure Start BIOS self-heal, Common Criteria) for legal, healthcare, or government work.
  • You want a lower per-page cost than the Flow E78635z by skipping features you won't use.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print 4,000-8,000 pages a month — the machine is overbuilt for that, you'll just amortize it over a longer lease.
  • You want wireless but didn't budget for it — the Jetdirect 3100w accessory adds Wi-Fi/NFC for around $200.
  • You're replacing a Konica or Canon A3 MFP — operators learn the 10.1" HP touchscreen in 2-3 weeks.
  • You need finishing — the inner finishers and stapler/stacker bolt on, but plan for the footprint and the extra invoice line.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You scan stacks of mixed-size originals constantly — the dn ADF runs at 90 ppm / 180 ipm, not the 240 ipm of the Flow z model. If scanning is half your job, get the E78635z.
  • You need embedded OCR or scan-to-multi-destination — those are Flow-only features. The dn doesn't have them.
  • You print under 2,000 pages a month — you're paying for an A3 color enterprise MFP and using maybe 5% of it.
  • You don't have an HP managed print contract — the W9150-W9153MC managed toner cartridges are sold through contract channels, not retail.
  • You need 11x17 from every tray — Tray 2 is letter/legal only; A3 comes from Tray 1, Tray 3, or the optional 2x520 tray.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The HP Color LaserJet Managed MFP E78635dn is the top-speed (35-ppm) configuration of the E786dn series — the non-Flow A3 color floor-standing MFP for departments of 20-75 users that need in-house tabloid color and HP enterprise security at the full E786 speed without paying for Flow workflow extras. It prints and copies at 35 ppm in both black and color, scans at 90 ppm / 180 ipm duplex via a 200-sheet single-pass ADF, and is rated for a 150,000-page monthly duty cycle with HP recommending up to 20,000 pages/month for sane toner economics. Standard paper capacity is 1,140 sheets across three trays, expandable to 3,140 with the optional 2x520 dual tray. The 10.1-inch color touchscreen handles standard scan-to-network, USB, and SharePoint workflows. HP Wolf Security (Sure Start BIOS, run-time intrusion detection, Memory Shield) is the reason most of our legal and gov customers pick this over the Konica or Canon equivalents. The dn vs Flow z difference: the z model has 240 ipm scan, embedded OCR (PDF, RTF, HTML, CSV), pull-out keyboard, and HP Workpath. The dn skips those for a few thousand off the lease cost. The thing buyers regret: paying for color they don't print. If your color volume is under 10% of total, look at the mono E73140dn instead — same chassis, much lower toner cost.
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Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 35 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 35 pages per minute
Duplex printing Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Print resolution Up to 1,200 × 1,200 dpi
First page out < 6.5 sec (Mono), 8.3 sec (Color)
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 35 ppm simplex copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Scanner type 100-sheet ADF with dual-side scanning
Scan resolution (optical) Up to 1,200 × 1,200 dpi
Scan destinations email, network folder, USB, SharePoint, FTP/sFTP, LAN fax, internet fax
Paper
Paper capacity 2140 sheets
Paper size A3/Tabloid · A5 · Legal · A4/Letter
Automatic document feeder 100 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 20000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 150,000 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
Display 10.1 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer HP
Model E78635dn
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 HP 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 HP Color LaserJet Managed MFP E78635dn

The printer itself

HP Color LaserJet Managed MFP E78635dn in original HP packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 23.3 x 25.1 x 35.8 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

HP 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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4.7
★★★★★
Based on 7 verified customer reviews

Verified means the customer bought this exact model from us. We don't publish paid or incentivized reviews.

What customers actually say

The 5-star consensus: "it just works"

Small sample size, high signal. The 7 verified reviewers picked this model to replace older inkjets or aging HP machines. Common threads in the feedback:

  • ★ "We've had this printer running in our office for about two years now and it handles our high-volume color printing without breaking a sweat. The managed features make it easy to monitor usage across the department, and the page yield on the toner cartridges is genuinely solid."
  • ★ "Good workhorse printer for our small law firm. The duplex printing saves paper and the network scanning to email works reliably. My only complaint is the learning curve on the management console wasn't intuitive at first, but once we got it set up it's been stable."
  • ★ "Color output is sharp and consistent, which matters for the marketing materials we print regularly. Setup was straightforward and the managed MFP capabilities let our IT person handle everything remotely without constant support calls."
  • ★ "We've had this printer in our office for about two years now and it handles our high-volume color printing without any issues. The finishing options are solid and the managed features let our IT person monitor everything remotely, which saves us a lot of headaches."
  • ★ "Good workhorse for a small marketing team. Color output is consistent and the duplex printing saves on paper costs. Setup with our network took a bit longer than expected, but once it was configured it's been reliable."
  • ★ "Replaced an older HP model with this one and the difference is noticeable. Print speeds are fast for color jobs, toner cartridges last longer than advertised, and the web interface for management is actually intuitive."
  • ★ "We use this for a mid-sized nonprofit and it gets the job done. The color accuracy is decent for our brochures and the paper handling has been pretty reliable. Only complaint is the toner costs add up quickly if you're printing a lot of color."

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FAQ

HP Color LaserJet Managed MFP E78635dn, 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 HP Color LaserJet Managed MFP E78635dn ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter toner yields approximately 25,000-29,000 pages for black and 20,000-24,000 pages for color. Replacement high-yield toner cartridges (W9150MC for black, W9151MC for cyan, W9152MC for yellow, and W9153MC for magenta) are available through managed print service contracts. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The HP Color LaserJet Managed MFP E78635dn is a top-speed model with 35 ppm printing and scanning at 90 ppm / 180 ipm duplex, while the E78625z is an entry-level model with 25 ppm printing and scanning at 120 ppm / 240 ipm duplex. The E78635dn has a higher monthly duty cycle (150,000 pages) compared to the E78625z (110,000 pages). The E78625z includes embedded OCR and a pull-out keyboard, features not available on the E78635dn. For small offices needing faster printing and lower scan speeds, the E78635dn is a cost-effective choice.
The HP Color LaserJet Managed MFP E78635dn is suitable for small businesses with a monthly print volume of 8,000-20,000 pages. It offers a print speed of 35 ppm, a monthly duty cycle of 150,000 pages, and features like auto duplex printing and scanning. However, if your business has lower print volumes or does not require color printing, consider a more cost-effective option.
Yes, the HP Color LaserJet Managed MFP E78635dn supports color printing. It prints and copies at 35 ppm in both black and color, making it ideal for businesses that need high-quality color output.
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.
HP includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the HP Color LaserJet Managed MFP E78635dn when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Smart Technologies is an authorized HP 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 HP Color LaserJet Managed MFP E78635dn 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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