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HP DesignJet Z9dr SKU X9D24A

44-inch 9-ink chromatic wide-format inkjet with dual rolls and PostScript. Photo and fine-art focused — overkill for CAD-only.

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Print speed
17.2 ppm color
Paper capacity
sheets
Duplex
Single-sided (Simplex)
Connectivity
USB · Ethernet
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HP HP DesignJet Z9dr 44-in PostScript Printer with V-Trimmer
Authorized HP 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 HP DesignJet Z9dr 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're a photo studio or fine-art reproduction shop printing 44-inch giclée and gallery work.
  • You're a design firm producing high-fidelity photographic renderings and presentations.
  • You need dual-roll auto-switching for mixed-media unattended runs.
  • You require PostScript and HP-GL/2 for design workflows.
  • You print on premium photo papers and fine-art canvas regularly.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • It's fine if you mix photo and CAD work and want the wider gamut for some jobs.
  • It's fine if your photo volume is closer to 50-100 prints monthly.
  • It's fine if you skip the optional take-up reel.
  • It's fine if you have wired infrastructure with Wi-Fi as backup.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • Skip this if you only plot CAD line work — T1600 or T1700 saves money.
  • Skip this if you need 60-inch width — go Z9+ Pro.
  • Skip this if you need built-in scanning.
  • Skip this if your photo volume is under 20 prints monthly.
  • Skip this if you don't need 9-ink color accuracy.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The HP DesignJet Z9dr is a 44-inch color wide-format inkjet for design firms, photo studios, and fine-art reproduction shops needing photo-quality color with the 'dr' dual-roll configuration. Speed runs 71 prints per hour B&W and 17.2 D/A1 pages per minute color. Resolution reaches 2400 x 1200 dpi optimized using HP's 9-ink chromatic chemistry (CMYK plus chromatic red, blue, gray, photo gray, and gloss enhancer) for wider gamut and smoother gradients than 4 or 6-ink units. Dual rolls auto-switching, Gigabit Ethernet, USB, Wi-Fi, PostScript. The regret on this machine: at 9-ink chemistry and 44-inch width it's a serious capital purchase aimed at photo and fine-art work — if you mostly plot CAD line work, the T1700 at 6-ink or T1600 at 4-ink saves significant money without losing line quality. Ink cartridge capacity runs 300 ml per color in the standard configuration. PostScript and HP-GL/2 are standard, and HP Click and HP DesignJet PrintOS provide cloud monitoring and job submission. Optional take-up reel handles continuous roll output for production runs.
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Print
Print technology Single-function
Print speed (mono) Up to 71.4 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 17.2 pages per minute
Duplex printing Single-sided (Simplex)
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Single-function
Duplex copy / scan Single-sided (Simplex)
Scanner type
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size
Recommended monthly volume 2500 pages
Max monthly duty cycle
Connectivity
Wired Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
USB USB for charging, data transfer, and OTG support
Physical & power
Form factor Wide-format
Usage class Production
Manufacturer HP
Model HP DesignJet Z9dr 44-in PostScript Printer with V-Trimmer
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 DesignJet Z9dr

The printer itself

HP DesignJet Z9dr in original HP packaging. Wide-format form factor, roughly

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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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

HP DesignJet Z9dr, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (706) 561-0075 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

The HP DesignJet Z9dr is an inkjet printer and does not use toner; it uses ink cartridges. It ships with starter ink cartridges that have a yield of approximately 300ml per color. Replacement ink cartridges include the HP 746 and HP 747 series, which are high-yield options. When you lease through us with ink included, you never pay for ink separately.
The HP DesignJet Z9dr is a 44-inch wide-format inkjet printer designed for high-quality color prints, ideal for design firms and photo studios, with a resolution of 2400 x 1200 dpi and a 9-ink system. In contrast, the HP Color LaserJet Managed MFP E78625dn is a floor-standing A3 color laser MFP with a print speed of 25 ppm, a monthly duty cycle of 110,000 pages, and advanced security features like HP Wolf Security. The DesignJet Z9dr is suited for large-format, high-resolution color printing, while the E78625dn is better for office environments needing multifunction capabilities and security. For small offices, the E78625dn offers better versatility and cost efficiency.
The HP DesignJet Z9dr is a high-end, wide-format inkjet printer designed for professional photo-quality prints and large-format output, making it more suitable for design firms or photo studios rather than typical small business needs. Its high resolution and 9-ink system are ideal for specialized color work, but its size and cost may be excessive for general office use. Small businesses with standard printing needs might find a more cost-effective solution in a commercial-grade office printer.
Yes, the HP DesignJet Z9dr is a color printer. It uses a 9-ink system (CMYK plus chromatic red, blue, gray, photo gray, and gloss enhancer) to produce high-quality, photo-realistic color prints with a resolution of up to 2400 x 1200 dpi.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (706) 561-0075. 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 DesignJet Z9dr when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Automated Business Machines 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 DesignJet Z9dr 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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