Xerox · Color Multifunction

Xerox DocuTech 128 SKU 128HLC

128-ppm B&W production publishing system; DocuTech 128 with perfect binding and saddle stitch finishing.

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Print speed
128 ppm color
Paper capacity
sheets
Duplex
Automatic Duplex
Connectivity
Ethernet
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Xerox Xerox DocuTech 128 Highlight Color System
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 DocuTech 128 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 an in-plant publishing operation doing 500,000+ B&W pages a month.
  • You produce perfect-bound or saddle-stitched books.
  • You handle tabbed and pre-printed form stocks.
  • You have a dedicated print operator.
  • You drive jobs through VIPP, PostScript, or PCL.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • It's fine if your color jobs go to a separate iGen or DocuColor.
  • It's fine if you skip perfect binding initially.
  • It's fine if your operator has prior DocuTech experience.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • Skip this if you need cut-sheet color from this device.
  • Skip this if monthly volume is under 200,000.
  • Skip this if no one on staff has production publishing experience.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Xerox DocuTech 128 is a 128-ppm B&W production publishing system — the original DocuTech-class machine adapted with 'color' branding for jobs involving spot color or scan-to-color-PDF workflows alongside primary B&W production. Monthly duty cycle is in the multiple millions, paper handling supports stocks 60-216 gsm including tabbed and pre-printed forms, and resolution is 600x600 dpi. Inline finishing scales through stacker, perfect binder, and saddle stitch with face trim. The DocuTech controller handles PostScript, PCL, and the proprietary VIPP variable-print language. One regret: despite the 'color' classification in some catalogs, this is fundamentally a B&W publishing system — don't buy it expecting cut-sheet color output, that's the iGen or DocuColor line. The DocuTech controller integrates with Xerox FreeFlow Production Workflow for centralized job management across mixed B&W and color devices in the same in-plant operation. Service contracts on this class of legacy production device commonly run $0.004-$0.008 per impression with minimum monthly volume commitments — confirm parts inclusivity in writing before signing.
Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 128 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 128 pages per minute
Duplex printing Automatic Duplex
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 128 ppm simplex copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Automatic Duplex
Scanner type
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size
Recommended monthly volume 800000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 4,000,000 images/month
Connectivity
Wired Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
Physical & power
Form factor Production
Usage class Production
Manufacturer Xerox
Model Xerox DocuTech 128 Highlight Color System
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.

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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 DocuTech 128

The printer itself

Xerox DocuTech 128 in original Xerox packaging. Production form factor, roughly 38.4 H x 77.3 W x 34.8 D 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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DR810

Drum unit

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

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Get a quote on the Xerox DocuTech 128

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

Xerox DocuTech 128, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (616) 800-7682 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

Yes, the Xerox DocuTech 128 ships with a starter black toner cartridge (Xerox 006R00206) yielding approximately 22,000 pages. Replacement black toner is available in a 3-pack (220,000 pages total) or individual cartridges. For Highlight Color System models (128HLC), color toners (e.g., royal blue) are also available with yields up to 301,000 pages per case. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Xerox DocuTech 128 is a monochrome production printer (128 ppm) designed for high-volume B&W publishing, while the Xerox Color EC70 is a color MFP (70 ppm color, 75 ppm B&W) built for mixed color workflows. The DocuTech 128 supports heavier stocks (60-216 gsm) and inline finishing like perfect binding, whereas the EC70 handles lighter stocks (60-300 gsm) and includes scanning (200 ipm) and optional specialty toners (gold, silver). For small offices needing color, the EC70 is more versatile, while the DocuTech 128 excels in large-scale B&W production.
The Xerox DocuTech 128 is a high-volume production printer (128 ppm) designed for large-scale B&W publishing, with a monthly duty cycle in the millions. Its robust features (inline finishing, heavy stock support) and service contracts (often requiring minimum volume commitments) make it overkill for most small businesses. For smaller offices, consider a more compact, cost-effective option like the Xerox Color EC70.
No, the Xerox DocuTech 128 is a monochrome-only production printer. While some models (128HLC) support spot color via Highlight Color System toners (e.g., blue, red), it does not produce full-color output. For true color printing, consider alternatives like the Xerox Color EC70, Xerox VersaLink C7000, or Xerox PrimeLink B9065.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (616) 800-7682. 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 DocuTech 128 when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Kraft Business Systems 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 DocuTech 128 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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