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HP LaserJet Enterprise M856dn colour printer 56ppm duplex
A colour laser printer delivering 56 pages per minute with automatic duplexing and a 4.3-inch display
- Prints up to 56 pages per minute in colour
- Automatic two-sided printing cuts paper use
- 3-inch touchscreen simplifies job control
- Holds 650 sheets standard to reduce reloads
- Supports media up to 300 g/m² for heavy stock
Enterprise colour printer 56 ppm duplex
The HP LaserJet Enterprise M856dn is a colour laser printer rated at 56 pages per minute with automatic duplex printing. It includes a 4.3-inch display and two installed input trays holding up to 650 sheets of 80 g/m paper. Output capacity reaches 500 sheets. Operational power draw is 870 watts with a sleep-mode consumption of 0.7 watts.
High-volume offices needing fast colour output
This device suits workgroups that require rapid colour documents on a range of media from 60 to 300 g/m, including envelopes, labels, glossy film and cardstock. Optional trays can expand input to 2700 sheets. Buyers who need a compact desktop unit or who operate on limited electrical circuits should consider a smaller model.
870-watt operational power draw
The printer demands 870 watts while printing and requires either a 100-127 V 12 A circuit or a 220-240 V 6 A circuit. Sites without a dedicated high-current outlet will need electrical work before installation. Sleep power is 0.7 watts.
Highlights
- Prints up to 56 pages per minute in colour
- Automatic two-sided printing cuts paper use
- 3-inch touchscreen simplifies job control
- Holds 650 sheets standard to reduce reloads
- Supports media up to 300 g/m² for heavy stock
Specifications
No published specifications for this item yet.
Questions about this item
What does the 56 ppm rating actually deliver when the M856dn is printing double-sided in a busy office?
The 56 pages-per-minute speed applies to simplex printing; duplex output will be slower because each sheet must be flipped, so sustained two-sided throughput will fall below the headline figure.
How does the Gigabit Ethernet port limit real-world network printing speed on this model?
The built-in Gigabit Ethernet interface caps wired network throughput at 1 Gbps, so large colour jobs are limited by that bandwidth rather than the engine's 56 ppm rating.
What clearance and power socket does the M856dn need to sit on a standard desk?
The printer draws up to 870 W and requires a 100–127 V or 220–240 V supply; allow space for the 4.3-inch touchscreen, front paper trays and rear ventilation.
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