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Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5540i

Original 40 ppm A3 color MFP in the C5500 line. Common on refurb with 150-sheet DADF.

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Print speed
40 ppm color
Paper capacity
sheets
Duplex
Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Connectivity
USB · Wi-Fi · Ethernet
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Canon Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5540i
Authorized Canon 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 Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5540i 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 shopping refurb and want 40 ppm A3 color at solid value.
  • You print 16,000-25,000 pages a month for a 60-120 person team.
  • You scan high volume on a 150-sheet single-pass DADF.
  • You want the 10.1-inch touchscreen and Canon fleet consistency.
  • You're comfortable with refurb supply.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • It's fine if you tolerate refurb-only availability.
  • It's fine if you start at 1,200 sheets and grow.
  • It's fine if you accept occasional cloud cert workarounds.
  • It's fine if you run uniFLOW or PaperCut for cost recovery.
  • It's fine if your finishing stops at stapling and stacking.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • Skip this if you need TLS 1.3 or current security — pick the III.
  • Skip this if you need new-in-box availability.
  • Skip this if a Brother MFC-L2759DW covers monochrome needs.
  • Skip this if your monthly volume tops 30,000 pages.
  • Skip this if you need production color quality.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5540i is the original 40 ppm A3 color MFP in the C5500 line, the volume seller before the II and III refreshes and still common on refurb. The 10.1-inch touchscreen, 1,200-sheet base paper input, 6,350-sheet ceiling, and 150-sheet DADF match the rest of the line, with 1200 x 1200 dpi color and the imageRUNNER ADVANCE menu. The engine is the same Canon refined into the III chassis, so the print quality holds. For a price-sensitive buyer hunting refurb inventory, the original C5540i is one of the better paths to 40 ppm A3 color with the 150-sheet DADF. Compared to a Brother MFC-L2759DW it's a department-class A3 unit with badge release and audit logging. The 150-sheet DADF runs 270 ipm duplex, warm-up takes about 30 seconds, and standard memory is 4 GB with a 250 GB HDD supporting hold-and-release jobs. The regret buyers report: original-gen cloud connectors lag the III by two firmware generations, so scan-to-Google-Drive sometimes needs cert workarounds.
Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 40 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 40 pages per minute
Duplex printing Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
First page out < 4.1s (BW), 6.1s (Color)
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 40 ppm copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Scanner type Single-pass duplexing Automatic Document Feeder
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size
Automatic document feeder 150 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 14500 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 Enterprise
Manufacturer Canon
Model Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5540i
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 Canon 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 Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5540i

The printer itself

Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5540i in original Canon packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 24.4 x 29.3 x 37.4 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

Canon 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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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.

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  • Volume & bundled supplies. Tell us your monthly print volume and we'll price toner bundling so you don't get surprised.
FAQ

Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5540i, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (704) 741-0821 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

Yes, the Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5540i ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter toner yields approximately 69,000 pages for black and 60,000 pages for each color (cyan, magenta, yellow) at 5% coverage. Replacement toner models are the Canon GPR-55 series, with high-yield options available. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5540i is a 40 ppm A3 color MFP with a 150-sheet DADF and 1200 x 1200 dpi color printing, while the Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX 4825i is a monochrome MFP with 25 ppm speed and a focus on workgroup efficiency. The C5540i offers color printing and higher speed, making it suitable for departments needing color output, whereas the DX 4825i is designed for offices of 10 to 30 people with lower volume needs. The DX 4825i includes a 256 GB SSD and optional single-pass DADF, while the C5540i has a 250 GB HDD and standard DADF. For small offices needing color, the C5540i is a better fit.
Yes, the Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5540i is well-suited for small businesses with its 40 ppm speed, 1200 x 1200 dpi color printing, and 1,200-sheet base paper input. It supports monthly page volumes typical for small offices and includes features like a 150-sheet DADF and 10.1-inch touchscreen. However, if your business requires higher volume or more advanced features, consider stepping up to a commercial option.
Yes, the Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5540i supports color printing with 1200 x 1200 dpi resolution. It is designed for high-quality color output, making it ideal for businesses needing vibrant color documents.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (704) 741-0821. 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.
Canon includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5540i when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Titan Office Solutions is an authorized Canon 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 Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5540i 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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