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HP Digital Sender Flow 8500 fn2 SKU L2762A#BGJ

Network capture workstation, 100 ppm scan throughput. Configure user profiles or you're wasting it.

5 · 3 verified reviews · Read reviews
Print speed
100 ppm mono
Paper capacity
150 sheets
Duplex
Connectivity
USB · Ethernet
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the HP Digital Sender Flow 8500 fn2 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'll configure per-user capture profiles for staff
  • You scan to multiple destinations daily
  • You're in a compliance-heavy environment
  • You have at least 5 staff using personalized scan workflows
  • You need a scan-only station near where work happens
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • It's fine if some users only scan to email
  • It's fine if you also scan books on the flatbed
  • It's fine if scan volume is bursty
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • Skip this if no one will configure profiles
  • Skip this if your MFP handles scan needs
  • Skip this if scan volume is under 30 pages a day
  • Skip this if you also need to print at the station
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Digital Sender Flow 8500 fn2 listed under a slightly different category — same hardware, network capture workstation with flatbed and ADF, no print engine. The 100 ppm spec listed here refers to scan throughput in optimal mode (single-sided, lower DPI), not print speed; rated double-sided duplex throughput is lower but still production-class for desk-based capture work. Touchscreen UI runs HP FutureSmart with capture profiles per user, badge-tap workflow assignment, and direct integration with HP capture software plus broad third-party DMS support via TWAIN/ISIS drivers. Where buyers regret it: skipping operator training. The 8500's value is in the personalized capture profiles — a user walks up, taps their badge or enters a PIN, and the device knows where their scans go and what format they need. Without configuration, it's just an expensive shared scanner that everyone has to manually configure each time. Block out 2 to 4 hours of setup with HP or your DMS integrator before going live, and document the per-user workflows. Best for offices that will invest in capture configuration upfront and treat the 8500 as a workflow tool, not a scanner.
Print
Print technology Scanner-only
Print speed (mono) Up to 100 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 0 pages per minute
Duplex printing
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Scanner-only
Duplex copy / scan
Scanner type Flatbed with 150-sheet Automatic Document Feeder (ADF)
Scan destinations email, network folder, USB drive, FTP, LAN Fax, Internet Fax
Paper
Paper capacity 150 sheets
Paper size A4/Letter
Automatic document feeder 150 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 0 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 10,000 pages per day
Connectivity
Wired Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
USB USB for charging, data transfer, and OTG support
Display 8 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer HP
Model
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 · 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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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 Digital Sender Flow 8500 fn2

The printer itself

HP Digital Sender Flow 8500 fn2 in original HP packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 512 x 585.3 x 263.4 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

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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5.0
★★★★★
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 HP machines. Common threads in the feedback:

  • "We use this in our accounting office to scan invoices and send them directly to our cloud storage. The automatic feeder handles a full stack without jamming, and the network scanning to email works reliably. Definitely worth the investment for document-heavy operations."
  • "The duplex scanning speed is solid and the touchscreen interface is straightforward enough. My only complaint is the initial setup took longer than expected to configure with our network, but once it was done, it's been dependable."
  • "Running this in a small law office where we're constantly scanning client documents. The Flow 8500 handles high-volume scanning without breaking a sweat, and the searchable PDF output saves us tons of time organizing files."

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