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Sharp MX-3050N

30-ppm A3 color MFP for workgroups of 15-30 — 100-sheet RSPF at 80 ipm, 650-sheet standard capacity (expandable to 6,300), 10.1-inch tilting multi-touch LCD, native Cloud Connect and Print Release.

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Print speed
30 ppm color
Paper capacity
sheets
Duplex
Automatic Duplex
Connectivity
USB · Ethernet · Wi-Fi
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Sharp MX-3050N 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 workgroup of 15-30 people that needs A3 (11x17) color and prints 2,500-6,000 pages a month.
  • You want a 10.1-inch tilting multi-touch LCD with drag-and-drop home screen — same panel as the rest of the MX-3050/3550/4050/5050/6050 line.
  • You scan multi-page docs daily — the 100-sheet RSPF runs at 80 ipm.
  • You're standardizing on Sharp Print Release (pull printing across up to 5 networked MFPs) and Cloud Connect (OneDrive, Google Drive, Dropbox, SharePoint Online).
  • You're a Sharp dealer customer staying in the MX-31 toner family — same MX-31GTBA/CA/MA/YA cartridges used across this whole generation.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print 1,500-2,500 pages a month — the engine is overspecced but per-page cost stays reasonable on a 5-year lease.
  • You want Wi-Fi — the MX-EB18 wireless LAN adapter is the matched option (NFC is a separate option).
  • You need PostScript 3 — PCL 6 is standard, PS3 is the optional MX-PK11 kit.
  • You're moving up from an MX-2630N — same chassis, same UI, same accessories; the engine speed steps from 26 to 30 ppm and the per-page cost drops slightly at higher volumes.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You're buying new in 2024 — the BP-50C36 is the closest current-generation match (36 ppm) and ships with native Microsoft Teams folder scan and Universal Print in the base controller.
  • You print more than 8,000 pages a month — step up to the MX-3550N (35 ppm) or current BP-50C36/C45.
  • You need single-pass duplex scanning at 130+ ipm — the 100-sheet RSPF is reversing, not single-pass dual-scan.
  • You don't need 11x17 — this is an A3 floor unit; a desktop A4 like the BP-B540WR is cheaper and smaller.
  • You expected Wi-Fi standard — wireless is the optional MX-EB18 adapter on every MX-3050N.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Sharp MX-3050N is the 30-ppm A3 color multifunction in Sharp's 2017-era MX-2630/3050/3550/4050/5050/6050 line, sized for workgroups of 15-30 people printing 2,500-6,000 pages a month. It prints and copies 30 ppm in both mono and color on letter (16 ppm on tabloid), scans up to 80 ipm through the standard 100-sheet RSPF, and ships with 650 sheets standard, expandable to 6,300 sheets across optional drawers. The 10.1-inch tilting multi-touch color LCD adds drag-and-drop home screen customization, pinch/spread/swipe gestures, and an advanced preview. Print Release (pull printing across up to 5 networked MFPs), Cloud Connect (OneDrive, Google Drive, Dropbox, SharePoint Online), and Sharp OSA are in the base controller. PCL 6 is standard; Adobe PostScript 3 is the optional MX-PK11 kit. The 250 GB internal hard drive holds Document Filing for up to 30,000 pages. Connectivity is Gigabit Ethernet and USB 2.0 standard; Wi-Fi via the optional MX-EB18 adapter. Finishing options scale from 500-sheet output up to the saddle-stitch finisher with 65-sheet stapling. The thing buyers regret: speccing the MX-3050N in 2024 when the current BP-50C36 sells for similar money, runs at 36 ppm (a real upgrade), ships with the same 10.1" panel form factor, and adds native Microsoft Teams folder scan and Universal Print in the base.
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Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 30 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 30 pages per minute
Duplex printing Automatic Duplex
First page out < 4.7 sec mono, 6.7 sec color
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 30 ppm simplex copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Automatic Duplex
Scanner type Reversing Single Pass Feeder
Scan destinations Email, FTP, SMB, USB, Cloud (Google Drive, OneDrive, SharePoint)
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size
Automatic document feeder 100 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 100000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle
Connectivity
Wired Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
USB USB for charging, data transfer, and OTG support
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n/ac/ax
Display 10.1 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer Sharp
Model Sharp MX-3050N
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 Sharp 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 Sharp MX-3050N

The printer itself

Sharp MX-3050N in original Sharp packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 24.2 x 26.3 x 33 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

Sharp 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.

  • Real pricing, no runaround. Upfront monthly lease rate or outright price, plus shipping and any install add-ons itemized.
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  • No credit pull until you say yes. We don't ping your credit to give you a quote. Only if you sign.
  • Volume & bundled supplies. Tell us your monthly print volume and we'll price toner bundling so you don't get surprised.
FAQ

Sharp MX-3050N, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (215) 999-8445 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

Yes, the Sharp MX-3050N ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter toner yields approximately 40,000 pages for black and 24,000 pages for each color (cyan, magenta, yellow) at 5% coverage. Replacement high-yield toner models are the MX-61NT series, with the same yields. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Sharp MX-3050N is a 30-ppm color MFP with a 100-sheet RSPF and 80 ipm scan speed, while the Sharp BP-70C31 is a newer 31-ppm model with a 300-sheet DSPF and 280 ipm scan speed. The BP-70C31 also includes native Microsoft Teams folder scan, Universal Print, and WPA3 wireless encryption, which the MX-3050N lacks. For small offices needing faster scanning and modern security, the BP-70C31 is the better value.
The Sharp MX-3050N is suitable for small businesses with a workgroup of 15-30 people printing 2,500-6,000 pages monthly. It offers 30 ppm color printing, a 10.1-inch touchscreen, and expandable paper capacity.
Yes, the Sharp MX-3050N supports full-color printing at 30 ppm. It is a color multifunction printer designed for workgroups needing both monochrome and color output.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (215) 999-8445. 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.
Sharp includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Sharp MX-3050N when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Associated Imaging Solutions is an authorized Sharp 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 Sharp MX-3050N 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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