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HP Colour Laserjet Managed MFP E786 A3 Core Printer (5QK18A)
  • HP Colour Laserjet Managed MFP E786 A3 Core Printer (5QK18A)
HP Colour Laserjet Managed MFP E786 A3 Core Printer (5QK18A)
Brand: HP
SKU: 5QK18A

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  • Laser

Product Overview

Description

HP Colour Laserjet Managed MFP E786 A3 Core Printer (5QK18A) is a practical pick for offices that want dependable output without the fuss. From HP, this multifunction printer is built for everyday work — invoices, reports, contracts and customer-ready documents. Each unit is professionally inspected and ready to work, so you can buy with confidence and get back to business.

We’ve used SKU 5QK18A as the reference and pulled the key highlights below to help you compare at a glance. Check the compatibility details (paper sizes, duplex, connectivity and consumables) and you’ll quickly see if it suits your setup.

  • Print Technology: Laser
  • Paper size: A3 A4

Local support, Australia-wide: if you’d like a hand choosing the right configuration, our team can help with setup advice, consumables guidance and ongoing service options.

Good to know: This model is a strong fit for small to mid-size teams that value consistent quality and straightforward operation. It’s also a handy option when you need one device to handle multiple everyday tasks.

Buying tip: If you print daily, consider pairing it with a managed print plan to keep costs predictable, reduce downtime, and simplify ordering of toner or other consumables.

Ready to upgrade? Add it to your cart and enjoy smooth, professional results with friendly support available when you need it.
Specifications

HP Colour Laserjet Managed MFP E786 A3 Core Printer (5QK18A) Specs

General Information

Functions Print, Copy, Scan, Fax (Optional)
Duplex Printing Automatic
Recommended Monthly Page Volume Up to 20,000

Printing

Print Speed Black (ISO, Letter) Up to 25 ppm; Up to 30 ppm (with 8EP56AAE); Up to 35 ppm (with 8EP57AAE)
Print Speed Black (ISO, A4) Up to 25 ppm; Up to 30 ppm (with 8EP56AAE); Up to 35 ppm (with 8EP57AAE)
Print Speed Color (ISO) Up to 25 ppm; Up to 30 ppm (with 8EP56AAE); Up to 35 ppm (with 8EP57AAE)
First Page Out Black (Letter, Ready) As fast as 8.7 sec; As fast as 7.5 sec (with 8EP56AAE); As fast as 7.5 sec (with 8EP57AAE)
First Page Out Black (A4, Ready) As fast as 8.7 sec; As fast as 7.5 sec (with 8EP56AAE); As fast as 7.5 sec (with 8EP57AAE)
First Page Out Color (Letter, Ready) As fast as 10.2 sec; As fast as 9.0 sec (with 8EP56AAE); As fast as 8.6 sec (with 8EP57AAE)
First Page Out Color (A4, Ready) As fast as 10.2 sec; As fast as 9.0 sec (with 8EP56AAE); As fast as 8.6 sec (with 8EP57AAE)
Duty Cycle (Monthly, Letter) Up to 110,000 pages; Up to 130,000 pages (with 8EP56AAE); Up to 150,000 pages (with 8EP57AAE)
Duty Cycle (Monthly, A4) Up to 110,000 pages; Up to 130,000 pages (with 8EP56AAE); Up to 150,000 pages (with 8EP57AAE)
Print Languages HP PCL 5c, HP PCL 6, HP Postscript level 3 emulation, PDF (v 1.7), AirPrint compatible
Print Technology Laser

Connectivity

Connectivity, Standard 1 Gigabit Ethernet 10/100/1000T network; 1 Hardware Integration Pocket 2nd generation (HIP2); 1 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 (host); 1 SuperSpeed USB 3.0 (device); 1 SuperSpeed USB 3.0 (host)
Connectivity, Optional HP Jetdirect 3100w BLE/NFC/Wireless Accessory 3JN69A
Mobile Printing Capability Apple AirPrint; Mopria Certified; Wi-Fi Direct Printing; NFC Touch-to-print (optional); PrinterOn Print
Network Capabilities Standard (built-in Gigabit 10/100/1000T Ethernet); Microsoft Universal Print (MUP) support
Wireless Capability Optional, enabled with purchase of a hardware accessory

System Requirements

Minimum System Requirements For Macintosh 2 GB available hard drive space, Internet connection, or USB port, Internet browser. For additional OS hardware requirements see apple.com
Minimum System Requirements 2 GB available hard disk space, Internet connection, or USB port, Internet browser. For additional OS hardware requirements see microsoft.com
Compatible Operating Systems Windows 11; Windows 10; Windows 7; Windows Client OS; Android; iOS; Mobile OS; macOS 10.15 Catalina; macOS 11 Big Sur; macOS 12 Monterey; Chrome OS

Digital Sending

Digital Sending Standard Features Embedded OCR; scan to Onedrive; scan to Onedrive for Business; scan to Sharepoint Online; scan to Email; scan to network folder; scan to USB drive; scan to SharePoint; scan to FTP; scan to sFTP; scan to LAN fax; scan to Internet Fax; local address book; SMTP over SSL; automatically detect color/monochrome; high compression PDF; image adjustments (darkness, contrast, background cleanup, sharpness); optimize text/picture (text, mixed, printed picture, photograph); content orientation; scan mode (book, 2-sided ID); erase edges; auto page crop; job build; image preview; blank page suppression; automatically straighten; scan to multi-destination; automatic tone; auto orientation; multi-feed detection; document editing; auto paper color removal; job separation (blank page, barcode); watermark; stamps

Display

Display 5QK41A: 8-in (20.3 cm) touchscreen, XGA Color Graphic Display (CGD), 5QK42A: 10.1-in (25.65 cm) touchscreen, WXGA Color Graphic Display (CGD)

Performance

Processor Speed Quad Core (1.6GHz), Dual Core (1.4GHz); SSD (766R7A): Optional, HP LaserJet 512 GB SED-TAA Solid State Drive
Maximum Memory 6 GB
Memory 6 GB
Internal Storage Optional, 32GB eMMC or HP LaserJet 500GB SED Hard Disk Drive or 256GB Solid State Drive

Paper Handling

Paper Handling Input, Standard 100-sheet multi-purpose tray, 2 x 520-sheet input tray
Paper Handling Output, Standard 500 sheet face-down output bin
Paper Handling Input, Optional Optional 1,040 sheet tray, optional 2,000 sheet tray
Paper Handling Output, Optional Job Separator, Inner Finisher, Stapler stacker, Booklet maker, 2/3 hole punch, 2/4 hole punch, Swedish hole punch
Finished Output Handling Stacking; stapling; booklet making; hole punching (with optional output device)

Media

Media Types Plain, HP EcoEFICIENT, HP Matte 90g, Light 60-74g, Bond, Recycled, HP Matte 105g, HP Matte 120g, HP Soft Gloss 120g, HP Glossy 120g, Mid-Weight 96-110g, Heavy 111-130g, Mid-WtGlossy 96-110g, Heavy Glossy 111-130g, HP Matte 150g, HP Glossy 150g, Extra Heavy 131-175g, XHvyGlossy 131-175g, HP Matte 200g, Card stock 176-220g, Light Paperboard 221-255g, Paperboard 256-300g, Color Transparency, Labels, Letterhead, Envelope, Preprinted, Pre punched, Colored
Media Sizes Supported Tray 1: A3, A4, A4R, A5, A5R, A6, RA4, B4 (JIS), B5 (JIS), B6 (JIS), Oficio, 8K, 16k, Postcard, Postcard (JIS), Envelope B5, Envelop C5, Envelope C6, Envelope DL; Tray 2: A4, A4R, A5, RA4, SRA4, B4 (JIS), B5 (JIS), Oficio, 16k; Tray 3: A3, A4, A4R, A5, RA4, SRA4, B4 (JIS), B5 (JIS), Oficio, 8K, 16k
Media Sizes, Custom Tray 1: 98 x 148 mm to 297 x 432 mm; Tray 2: 139.7 x 210 mm to 297 x 364 mm; Tray 3: 139.7 x 210 mm to 297 x 432 mm

Scanning

File Format Supported PDF; Hi-Compression PDF; PDF/A; JPEG; MTIFF; TIFF; XPS; CSV (OCR); HTML (OCR); RTF (OCR); Searchable PDF (OCR); Searchable PDF/A (OCR); TEXT (OCR); Unicode TEXT (OCR)
Scanner Type ADF; Flatbed
Scan File Format JPEG; TIFF; MTIFF; XPS; PDF; PDF/A; High-Compression PDF; High-Compression PDF/A; Searchable PDF (OCR); Searchable PDF/A (OCR); High-Compression Searchable PDF (OCR); High-Compression Searchable PDF/A (OCR); CSV (OCR); HTML (OCR); Open Office XML (.docx, .xlsx, .pptx); RTF (OCR); TEXT (OCR); Unicode TEXT (OCR)
Enhanced Scanning Resolution Up to 600 dpi
Scan Resolution, Optical Up to 600 x 600 dpi
Scan Resolution, Hardware Up to 600 x 600 dpi
Scan Size (ADF), Maximum 297 x 420 mm
Scan Size (ADF), Minimum 68 x 127 mm
Scan Size, Maximum 297 x 432 mm
Scan Speed (Normal, A4) 5QK34A: Up to 60 ppm/120 ipm (b&w), up to 60 ppm/120 ipm (color); 5QK35A: Up to 90 ppm/180 ipm (b&w), up to 90 ppm/180 ipm (color); 5QK36A: Up to 120 ppm/240 ipm (b&w), up to 120 ppm/240 ipm (color)
Scan Speed Duplex (Normal, A4) 5QK34A: Up to 120 ipm (b&w), up to 120 ipm (color); 5QK35A: Up to 180 ipm (b&w), up to 180 ipm (color); 5QK36A: Up to 240 ipm (b&w), up to 240 ipm (color)
Scan Speed Duplex (Normal, Letter) 5QK34A: Up to 120 ipm (b&w), up to 120 ipm (color); 5QK35A: Up to 180 ipm (b&w), up to 180 ipm (color); 5QK36A: Up to 240 ipm (b&w), up to 240 ipm (color)
Scan Speed (Normal, Letter) 5QK34A: Up to 60 ppm/120 ipm (b&w), up to 60 ppm/120 ipm (color); 5QK35A: Up to 90 ppm/180 ipm (b&w), up to 90 ppm/180 ipm (color); 5QK36A: Up to 120 ppm/240 ipm (b&w), up to 120 ppm/240 ipm (color)
Automatic Document Feeder Capacity Standard, 100 sheets or 200 sheets
Duplex ADF Scanning Yes, single pass duplex scanning
Scan Technology D-CIS; Platen Scanner (CCD)

Copying

Copy Speed (Black, Normal Quality, A4) Up to 25 cpm; Up to 30 cpm (with 8EP56AAE); Up to 35 cpm (with 8EP57AAE)
Copy Speed (Color, Normal Quality, A4) Up to 25 cpm; Up to 30 cpm (with 8EP56AAE); Up to 35 cpm (with 8EP57AAE)
Copy Resolution (Black Text) Up to 600 x 600 dpi
Copy Resolution (Color Text And Graphics) Up to 600 x 600 dpi
Copies, Maximum Up to 9999 copies
Copy Reduce / Enlarge Settings 25 to 400%
Copier Settings Booklet; Collation; Content orientation; Edge Erase; Image adjustment; Job build; N or Z-ordering; N-up; Text/Photo; Two-sided copy; Watermark; reduce/enlarge; Scan mode (book, 2-sided ID); Stamps; Image overlay; Image shift; Image preview; Paper selection; Blank page suppression; Scan to job storage; Automatically straighten; Automatically detect color/monochrome; Auto tone; Multi-feed detection; Document editing; Auto paper color removal

Fax

Faxing Optional
Fax Transmission Speed (Letter) 3 sec per page
Fax Transmission Speed 33.6 kbps
Fax Resolution Black (Best) Up to 300 x 300 dpi (400 x 400 dpi for received faxes only)
Fax Broadcast Locations 210
Fax Memory Up to 500 pages
Fax Speed Dials, Maximum Number Up to 1000 numbers (each with 210 destinations)

Power

Power Input voltage: 110 to 127 VAC (+/-10%), 50/60 Hz (+/-3 Hz), 10.0 A; 220 to 240 VAC (+/-10%), 50/60 Hz (+/-3 Hz), 5.0 A; 100 VAC (+/-10%), 50/60 Hz (+/-3 Hz) (Not dual voltage, power supply varies by part number with # Option code identifier)
Power Consumption 580 watts (25 ppm, printing), 670 watts (30 ppm, printing), 720 watts (35 ppm, printing), 32.0 watts (ready), 0.8 watts (sleep), 0.2 watts (auto-off), 0.2 watts (manual-off)
Energy Savings Feature Technology Power save
Typical Electricity Consumption (TEC) Number 0.339 kWh/Week (25 ppm, Blue Angel), 0.416 kWh/Week (30 ppm, Blue Angel); 0.484 kWh/Week (35 ppm, Blue Angel); 0.348 kWh/Week (25 ppm, Energy Star 3.0), 0.431 kWh/Week (30 ppm, Energy Star 3.0), 0.500 kWh/Week (35 ppm, Energy Star 3.0)

Operational Conditions

Operating Humidity Range 20 to 80% RH
Recommended Operating Humidity Range 20 to 80% RH
Operating Temperature Range 15 to 30°C / 59 to 86°F

Certifications

Blue Angel Compliant Yes, Blue Angel DE-UZ 219—only ensured when using Original HP supplies
Ecolabels IT ECO Declaration; Blue Angel; EPEAT registered; ENERGY STAR certified
Energy Star Certified Yes
Safety IEC 60950-1:2005 +A1:2009 +A2:2013 (International); EN60950-1:2006 +A11:2009 +A1:2010 +A12:2011 +A2:2013; IEC 62368-1:2018; EN 62368-1:2020+A11:2020 (EU); EN 60825-1:2014 / IEC 60825-1:2014 (Class 1 Laser Product); EN 62479:2010 / IEC 62479:2010; EN 62471:2008 / IEC 62471:2006; Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU with CE Mark (Europe); GS Certificate (Germany, Europe); UL/cUL Listed and UC CoC (US/Canada); CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-07 2nd Ed. 2014-10; Compliance with Laser safety standards 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser notice No. 50, Dated June 24, 2007. Other safety approvals as required by individual countries

Security

Security Management Identity management: Kerberos authentication, LDAP authentication, 1000 user PIN codes, Optional HP and 3rd party advanced authentication solutions (e.g., badge readers); Network: IPsec/firewall with Certificate/Pre-shared Key authentication, Supports WJA-10 IPsec configuration Plug-in, 802.1X authentication (EAP-PEAP; EAP-TLS), SNMPv3, HTTPS, Certificates; Data: Storage Encryption, Encrypted PDF & Email, SSL/TLS (HTTPS), Encrypted Credentials; Device: HP Sure Start Secure Boot (BIOS Integrity Checking with self-healing capability), Intrusion Detection (Constant in-device monitoring for attacks), Whitelisting (loads only known good code), HP Memory Shield, Embedded Trusted Platform Module, HP Connection Inspector, Security lock slot, USB port disablement; Security management: Compatible with HP Security Manager, Device Security Syslog Messages processed and accessible in Arcsight and Splunk SIEMs
Security HP Access Control; HP Security Manager; HP Advance; HP Secure Print and Insights

Dimensions & Weight

Dimensions (W x D x H) 566 x 646 x 848 mm - 640.8 x 725.5 x 908.1 mm
Maximum Dimensions (W x D x H) 1681 x 1196 x 1190 mm - 1681 x 1196 x 1241 mm
Weight ~77.8 kg - 84.2 kg

In The Box

What's In The Box In box materials; Guide install; Flyer Regulatory; Power Cords; Label; Drums

Supplies

Print Cartridges/Bottle, Number 4 (1 each black, cyan, magenta, yellow)
Replacement Cartridges HP Black Managed LJ Toner Cartridge (ISO Yield 14,500) W9140MC, HP Cyan Managed LJ Toner Cartridge (ISO Yield 12,000) W9141MC, HP Yellow Managed LJ Toner Cartridge (ISO Yield 12,000) W9142MC, HP Magenta Managed LJ Toner Cartridge (ISO Yield 12,000) W9143MC, HP Black Managed LJ Toner Cartridge (ISO Yield 29,000) W9150MC, HP Cyan Managed LJ Toner Cartridge (ISO Yield 24,000) W9151MC, HP Yellow Managed LJ Toner Cartridge (ISO Yield 24,000) W9152MC, HP Magenta Managed LJ Toner Cartridge (ISO Yield 24,000) W9153MC
Manufacturer Warranty 90 day parts only warranty. Warranty and support options vary by product, country and local legal requirements. Contact your contractual vendor or go to hp.com/support to learn about HP award winning service and support options in your region.
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Delivery FAQ

Delivery FAQ

When will I receive my delivery?

We aim to have your order on your door step as soon as possible and to achieve this we use a combination of shipping from our own inventory as well as using our suppliers who are able to deliver direct to our customers.

With warehouses located across the country, Global Office Machines is able to offer Australia-wide delivery.

Because we provide same day dispatches on all orders for in stock items placed before 2pm, delivery to all metro areas nationwide are usually delivered on the following business day, however, allow up to 3 business days.

For all regional locations across Australia, delivery times vary between 2-7 business days.

These delivery times do not take into consideration any issues beyond our control e.g. courier problems or out of stock products. Any orders that contain backordered products will have the items in stock shipped as per usual and the back order items will be sent as soon as they are in stock. You will be notified if part of your order is not currently in stock.

How is my delivery calculated?

We aim to have your order on your door step as soon as possible and to achieve this we use a combination of shipping from our own inventory as well as using our suppliers who are able to deliver direct to our customers.

With warehouses located across the country, Global Office Machines is able to offer Australia-wide delivery.

Because we provide same day dispatches on all orders for in stock items placed before 2pm, delivery to all metro areas nationwide are usually delivered on the following business day, however, allow up to 3 business days.

For all regional locations across Australia, delivery times vary between 2-7 business days.

These delivery times do not take into consideration any issues beyond our control e.g. courier problems or out of stock products. Any orders that contain backordered products will have the items in stock shipped as per usual and the back order items will be sent as soon as they are in stock. You will be notified if part of your order is not currently in stock.

General terms and conditions

We aim to have your order on your door step as soon as possible and to achieve this we use a combination of shipping from our own inventory as well as using our suppliers who are able to deliver direct to our customers.

With warehouses located across the country, Global Office Machines is able to offer Australia-wide delivery.

Because we provide same day dispatches on all orders for in stock items placed before 2pm, delivery to all metro areas nationwide are usually delivered on the following business day, however, allow up to 3 business days.

For all regional locations across Australia, delivery times vary between 2-7 business days.

These delivery times do not take into consideration any issues beyond our control e.g. courier problems or out of stock products. Any orders that contain backordered products will have the items in stock shipped as per usual and the back order items will be sent as soon as they are in stock. You will be notified if part of your order is not currently in stock.

Returns policy

We aim to have your order on your door step as soon as possible and to achieve this we use a combination of shipping from our own inventory as well as using our suppliers who are able to deliver direct to our customers.

With warehouses located across the country, Global Office Machines is able to offer Australia-wide delivery.

Because we provide same day dispatches on all orders for in stock items placed before 2pm, delivery to all metro areas nationwide are usually delivered on the following business day, however, allow up to 3 business days.

For all regional locations across Australia, delivery times vary between 2-7 business days.

These delivery times do not take into consideration any issues beyond our control e.g. courier problems or out of stock products. Any orders that contain backordered products will have the items in stock shipped as per usual and the back order items will be sent as soon as they are in stock. You will be notified if part of your order is not currently in stock.

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