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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).

Print speed
35 ppm color
Display
10.1 inches
Scanner Type
100-sheet ADF with dual-side scanning
Paper capacity
2140 sheets
ADF Feeder
100 sheets pages
Duplex
Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Connectivity
USB · Ethernet · Wi-Fi
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HP 5QJ90A + 8EP57AAE
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the HP Color LaserJet Managed MFP E78635dn 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 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 & Media
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 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 Small Office
Manufacturer HP
Model 5QJ90A + 8EP57AAE
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 · Full warranty
  • Machine is yours the day it arrives
  • Starter toner supply included
  • Standard HP manufacturer warranty
  • Install help by phone or remote session
  • Order your own toner when the starter runs out
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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 OEM Supplies & Consumables
  • Genuine OEM toner cartridges designed for this model
  • Replacement drum units and maintenance kits
  • Certified high-yield or standard capacity options
  • 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 guide, power cord, connectivity cables, and setup 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 HP Color LaserJet Managed MFP E78635dn

Need replacement toner or parts for your HP 5QJ90A + 8EP57AAE? 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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High-yield OEM toner cartridge, delivering a lower cost-per-page for active offices.

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Drum / Kit

Drum Unit / Maintenance Kit

OEM-certified replacement components to restore original print quality and reliability.

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