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Ricoh IM 9000

Fastest A3 mono laser MFP Ricoh sells — 90 ppm, 220-sheet single-pass ADF, 1,200-sheet standard / 8,700-sheet max capacity, 10.1" Smart Operation Panel, full finishing options.

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Print speed
90 ppm color
Paper capacity
8,700 sheets
Duplex
Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Connectivity
Wi-Fi Direct · USB · Ethernet
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Ricoh IM9000
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Ricoh IM 9000 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 corporate print room, in-plant operation, or shared services center that needs the fastest A3 mono Ricoh sells.
  • You print 100,000-200,000 pages a month — the IM 9000 is the only IM-series unit sized for that.
  • You need full finishing — staple, hole-punch, booklet, trim — and you run them daily on long jobs.
  • You need 8,700-sheet expanded capacity to keep the engine fed across multi-day production runs.
  • You're consolidating multiple slower MFPs into one production-class machine to centralize toner and service contracts.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print 50,000-100,000 pages a month — the IM 9000 handles it but the IM 8000 (80 ppm) is the more cost-aligned pick at that volume.
  • You want wireless out of the box — Wi-Fi is an optional accessory on this production-class chassis.
  • You're moving up from a Ricoh Pro 8200/8210 series — operators learn the panel inside three weeks.
  • You need 12x18 (SRA3) for full-bleed letter-size — supported via the bypass tray.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You print under 50,000 pages a month — get the IM 7000 or IM 8000 instead. The 9000 is wasted on lower volume.
  • You need color. This is mono only — get the Pro C5300S/C5310S or IM C8000 for color production.
  • You don't have a print room or dedicated space — this is 27.2 x 34.8 x 45.7 inches and 441 lb. It needs a real footprint and three-phase power planning is worth checking with your electrician.
  • You don't have a Ricoh managed print or production contract — production-class consumables and service are not retail-channel items.
  • You print primarily in color — wrong product family entirely.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Ricoh IM 9000 is the fastest A3 monochrome MFP Ricoh sells in the IM family — built for corporate print rooms, in-plant operations, and shared services centers running serious sustained mono volume. It runs at 90 ppm with 1200 x 1200 dpi resolution, scans at 240 ipm duplex via the 220-sheet single-pass ADF, and is rated for a 300,000-page monthly duty cycle (realistic comfort zone is 100,000-200,000 pages/month). First copy out is 4.2 seconds. Standard paper capacity is 1,200 sheets, expandable up to 8,700 with tandem and side LCTs — enough to leave a multi-day production run and not babysit it. The 10.1-inch Smart Operation Panel runs the same Android-based UI as the rest of the IM family, so operators are not relearning the workflow. Connectivity is Gigabit Ethernet plus USB 2.0 standard; Wi-Fi is optional. Same chassis as the IM 7000 and IM 8000 (27.2 x 34.8 x 45.7 inches, 441 lb), same full finisher options, just different print engine speeds across the three. The thing buyers regret: ordering this when the IM 8000 would have done the job. The 90 ppm versus 80 ppm gap is real, but it only shows up on jobs that genuinely run 1,000+ pages straight. For mixed walk-up workflow, the IM 8000 looks identical from the user side. Run the math on actual long-run minutes per month before stepping up.
Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 90 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 90 pages per minute
Duplex printing Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
First page out < 2.9 seconds
Copy & Scan
Capability Monochrome Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 90 ppm copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Scanner type Single-pass duplex document feeder
Scan destinations email, folder, USB
Paper
Paper capacity 8 sheets
Paper size A5 · A4/Letter · Legal · A3/Tabloid
Recommended monthly volume 40000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 300,000 pages/month
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 Workgroup
Usage class Production
Manufacturer Ricoh
Model IM9000
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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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 IM 9000

The printer itself

Ricoh IM 9000 in original Ricoh packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 690 mm x 883 mm x 1,161 mm

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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each
DR810

Drum unit

15,000–30,000 pages · replace every 2–4 years · separate from toner

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each
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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:

  • "We installed this in our office about two years ago and it's handled everything we throw at it. High volume copying and printing with basically no jams, and the finishing options have cut down our prep time significantly."
  • "Solid workhorse for a mid-size operation. The scan-to-email feature works well once you get it configured, though the initial setup was more complicated than I expected. Paper capacity is good but toner costs add up."
  • "Been using the IM 9000 for our print room for about 18 months. Output quality is consistent, the speed is what Ricoh promised, and our IT support has been minimal. Worth the investment if you need reliability."

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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

Ricoh IM 9000, 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 IM 9000 ships with a starter toner cartridge that yields approximately 43,000 pages at 6% coverage. The replacement toner model is the Genuine Ricoh 841332 (high-yield, 43k pages). When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Ricoh IM 9000 is a high-volume monochrome MFP designed for corporate print rooms, with a speed of 90 ppm and a monthly duty cycle of 300,000 pages. In contrast, the Ricoh IM 2500 is a mid-volume A3 MFP suited for smaller workgroups, running at 25 ppm with a lower monthly volume capacity. The IM 9000 also features higher paper capacity (expandable to 8,700 sheets) and is built for sustained heavy use, while the IM 2500 is ideal for offices printing 2,500–8,000 pages monthly. For small offices, the IM 2500 offers better value and efficiency.
The Ricoh IM 9000 is designed for high-volume corporate environments, with a monthly duty cycle of 300,000 pages and a speed of 90 ppm. While it offers robust features like a 10.1-inch touchscreen and expandable paper capacity, its size and output capacity exceed the needs of most small businesses.
No, the Ricoh IM 9000 is a monochrome-only printer. For color printing, consider alternatives like the Ricoh IM C3000, 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 IM 9000 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 IM 9000 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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