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Xerox WorkCentre 7970 SKU 7970/PHXF2I

70 ppm color A3 enterprise MFP from the discontinued 7900 series. AltaLink C8170 is the modern equivalent.

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Print speed
70 ppm color
Paper capacity
sheets
Duplex
Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Connectivity
Ethernet · USB · Wi-Fi Direct · Wi-Fi
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Xerox Xerox WorkCentre 7970 / 7970i Color Multifunction Printer
Authorized Xerox 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 Xerox WorkCentre 7970 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 need A3 color output at 40,000-80,000 pages monthly for enterprise or print room work.
  • You handle two-sided originals constantly and want duplex DADF.
  • You want booklet making, stapling, and trim via the Production Ready Booklet Maker.
  • You require McAfee Embedded Control and AES encryption.
  • You're buying refurbished with 24-month toner locked.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • It's fine if you print 25,000-40,000 pages monthly with headroom.
  • It's fine if you skip the booklet maker for a smaller config.
  • It's fine if you mostly print letter with occasional A3.
  • It's fine if you have wired infrastructure.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • Skip this if you need current-generation support — AltaLink C8170.
  • Skip this if you need long-term parts certainty.
  • Skip this if you need wireless or AirPrint natively.
  • Skip this if you want a workgroup-sized unit.
  • Skip this if you print under 15,000 pages monthly.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Xerox WorkCentre 7970 is a 70 ppm color A3 multifunction from the 7900 series, the top of the WorkCentre color tabloid line for enterprise departments and high-volume corporate print rooms. Print, copy, scan, optional fax with duplex DADF, output 1200 x 2400 dpi color, paper handling around 2,180 sheets standard expandable via high-capacity feeder. Optional finishing covers Office Finisher LX, Advanced Office Finisher, and the Production Ready Booklet Maker with stapling, hole punch, and trim. Wired Ethernet and USB, optional Wi-Fi. Security includes Secure Print, 802.1x, AES encryption, McAfee Embedded Control, and SNMPv3. The regret on this machine: 7900 series is end-of-life — AltaLink C8170 is the supported current equivalent. The 7970 is workable as a refurb with 24-month toner locked, but at 70 ppm volume the security update pipeline gap is real. Toner cartridge yield runs in the 30,000-page range color and 70,000 mono. ConnectKey app support covers Box, Dropbox, Google Drive, and similar cloud destinations. Optional card readers handle secure release print, and Walk-Up Authentication is included.
Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 70 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 70 pages per minute
Duplex printing Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
First page out < 6.9 seconds color / 4.2 seconds black-and-white
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 70 ppm simplex copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Scanner type Single-pass DADF
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size
Automatic document feeder 130 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 40000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 300,000 pages/month
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 Workgroup
Usage class Enterprise
Manufacturer Xerox
Model Xerox WorkCentre 7970 / 7970i Color Multifunction Printer
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 Xerox 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 Xerox WorkCentre 7970

The printer itself

Xerox WorkCentre 7970 in original Xerox packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 25.2 x 27.5 x 45.2 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

Xerox 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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Get a quote on the Xerox WorkCentre 7970

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

Xerox WorkCentre 7970, 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 Xerox WorkCentre 7970 ships with a starter toner cartridge. The black toner yields approximately 26,000 pages, while color toners (cyan, magenta, yellow) yield around 15,000 pages each at 5% coverage. Replacement toner models are Black: 006R01513, Cyan: 006R01516, Magenta: 006R01515, and Yellow: 006R01514. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Xerox WorkCentre 7970 is a color A3 multifunction printer with a speed of 70 ppm, while the AltaLink B8145 is a monochrome tabloid printer at 45 ppm. The 7970 supports color printing and has a standard paper capacity of 2,180 sheets, whereas the B8145 handles up to 3,140 sheets standard (expandable to 6,140). The B8145 features a 130-sheet single-pass duplex document feeder and is rated for higher monthly volumes (200,000 pages). For small offices needing color, the WorkCentre 7970 is a better fit, while the B8145 suits high-volume monochrome environments.
The Xerox WorkCentre 7970 is a high-volume color printer with a speed of 70 ppm and a standard paper capacity of 2,180 sheets, making it suitable for small businesses with significant printing needs. However, its enterprise-level features and volume capacity may exceed the requirements of smaller offices.
Yes, the Xerox WorkCentre 7970 supports color printing with a resolution of 1200 x 2400 dpi. It is designed for high-volume color output, making it ideal for businesses requiring vibrant color 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.
Xerox includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Xerox WorkCentre 7970 when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Advanced Business Solutions is an authorized Xerox 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 Xerox WorkCentre 7970 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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