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HP DesignJet T950 36-in Printer

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HP DesignJet T950 36-in Printer

36-in 4-color pigment-ink plotter for mid-volume A/E/C — 120 A1/hr, 100-sheet input tray + 50-sheet organizer + 40-sheet stacker, Wi-Fi standard, 3-year warranty, 2400 x 1200 dpi.

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Print speed
0 ppm mono
Paper capacity
140 sheets
Duplex
Single-sided (Simplex)
Connectivity
Wi-Fi · Ethernet · USB · Wi-Fi Direct
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HP 2Y9H1A
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 T950 36-in Printer 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 mid-size A/E/C team or in-house repro that prints 500-3,000 large-format pages a month and needs the throughput.
  • You want batch CAD output — 100-sheet front-loading input tray, 50-sheet sheet organizer (separates jobs), and 40-sheet stacker for clean job collection.
  • You print 36-in wide drawings, posters, and maps at up to 120 A1 pages per hour (21 sec/page) at 2400 x 1200 dpi.
  • You need Wi-Fi out of the box — 802.11 b/g/n standard, plus Wi-Fi Direct, AirPrint, HP Smart, and HP Click.
  • You want HP Wolf Pro Security, Secure Boot, allowlisting, and SIEM integration for managed-print environments.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print 200-500 pages a month — the T950 is overbuilt at that volume; the T850 36-in is the cheaper option for low volumes.
  • You don't need the integrated sheet organizer + stacker — those are standard on the T950 (and the XT950); on the T850 they're optional add-ons.
  • You don't need PostScript — the T950 includes Adobe PDF rendering through the embedded driver but is not a full PS device; T1600 is the PS option in 36-in.
  • You're upgrading from a T1530 or T2530 — the T950 is the refresh, with 4-color pigment ink (vs 6 on the older T-series), Wi-Fi standard, and HP Wolf Pro Security.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You print fewer than 200 large pages a month — T850 is the right size.
  • You need 44-in or 64-in width — T950 is 36-in only; go T1700 or Z6 Pro.
  • You need integrated scan/copy — this is the printer; the T950 MFP variant (2Y9H3A) adds the sheetfed scanner.
  • You need PostScript — T1600 36-in PS is the next step.
  • You print on heavy media over 280 g/m² — top weight is 280 g/m² on roll/manual feed.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The HP DesignJet T950 36-in Printer is the higher-volume sibling of the T850 — same compact 36-in chassis, same 4-color pigment ink set, but with a 100-sheet front-loading input tray (vs 50), an integrated sheet organizer that separates jobs by size, and a 40-sheet stacker for clean job collection. Print speed is up to 120 A1 pages per hour at 21 sec/page (vs 90 A1/hr on the T850) at 2400 x 1200 optimized dpi. The practical difference: a small A/E/C team that prints 500-3,000 large pages a month can run batch jobs unattended on the T950 — operator drops a 100-sheet stack into the tray, batch prints overnight, comes back to a sorted stacker in the morning. On the T850 someone has to stand near the printer to feed and collect. Connectivity is Gigabit Ethernet plus 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi standard. Security is HP Wolf Pro Security, Secure Boot, allowlisting, SIEM integration — the standard pass-list for managed-print environments. Three-year limited warranty (vs one year on the T850) is the other quiet difference. The thing buyers regret: not getting the XT950. The XT950 is essentially the T950 chassis with the same standard sheet organizer and stacker and slightly different paper handling preset; if you're already buying the T950, check whether the XT950 trim suits your workflow.
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Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 0 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 0 pages per minute
Duplex printing Single-sided (Simplex)
First page out < 21 seconds
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Multifunction
Duplex copy / scan Single-sided (Simplex)
Scanner type
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 140 sheets
Paper size A4/Letter · Legal · A3/Tabloid · A2 · A1 · A0 · 36-inch
Recommended monthly volume 0 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 , Wi-Fi Direct
Physical & power
Form factor Wide-format
Usage class Production
Manufacturer HP
Model 2Y9H1A
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 T950 36-in Printer

The printer itself

HP DesignJet T950 36-in Printer in original HP packaging. Wide-format form factor, roughly 55.4 x 28.3 x 38.1 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

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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each
DR810

Drum unit

15,000–30,000 pages · replace every 2–4 years · separate from toner

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each
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Based on 1 verified customer reviews

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What customers actually say

The 5-star consensus: "it just works"

Small sample size, high signal. The 1 verified reviewers picked this model to replace older inkjets or aging HP machines. Common threads in the feedback:

  • ★ "Upgraded from an older DesignJet and this T950 handles our graphics and poster work really well. The speed improvement is noticeable and the roll feed option saves us money on media waste."

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Get a quote on the HP DesignJet T950 36-in Printer

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.
  • One business day turnaround. Quotes land in your inbox within 24 hours. Often faster.
  • 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

HP DesignJet T950 36-in Printer, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (904) 579-2558 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

Yes, the HP DesignJet T950 36-in Printer ships with starter ink cartridges. The starter cartridges have a lower yield compared to the high-yield options, which include 130 ml and 300 ml capacities. Replacement ink cartridges are the HP 738 series, with high-yield options like Black (498N8A), Cyan (676M6A), Magenta (676M7A), and Yellow (676M8A). When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The HP DesignJet T950 36-in Printer is a large-format plotter designed for high-volume printing of A1/D-sized plots, with a speed of up to 120 pages per hour and a focus on pigment-based ink for architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) applications. In contrast, the HP Color LaserJet Managed MFP E78625dn is a floor-standing A3 color multifunction printer with a 25 ppm print speed, a 110,000-page monthly duty cycle, and features like a 200-sheet ADF for scanning at 90 ppm. The DesignJet T950 is ideal for large-format printing needs, while the E78625dn is better suited for general office document printing and scanning. For small offices needing versatile color printing, the E78625dn may be a more practical choice.
The HP DesignJet T950 36-in Printer is well-suited for small businesses, particularly those in architectural, engineering, or construction fields, due to its high-volume large-format printing capabilities. It can handle 500-3,000 large pages per month and features a 100-sheet input tray and a 40-sheet stacker for efficient batch printing. However, if your business requires standard office document printing rather than large-format plots, you may want to consider a more traditional office printer.
Yes, the HP DesignJet T950 36-in Printer supports color printing. It uses a 4-color pigment ink set (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Matte Black) to produce high-quality color plots and documents.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (904) 579-2558. 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 T950 36-in Printer when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Advanced Business Solutions 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 T950 36-in Printer 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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