Brother DCP-L3517CDW Manual

The Brother DCP-L3517CDW is a monochrome laser multifunction printer featuring print, copy, scan, and fax capabilities. It offers fast printing speeds, automatic duplex printing, wireless connectivity, a flatbed scanner, and a high-yield toner system. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Installation 3. First-Time Setup 4. Specifications 5. Controls and Settings 6. Connecting Devices 7. Printing & Copying 8. Scanning & Faxing 9. Maintenance & Supplies 10. Regulatory Information 11. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Laser print engine, flatbed scanner, automatic document feeder (ADF), control panel, paper trays, toner cartridge, and connectivity ports.

Feature	Description
Print Speed	Up to 31 pages per minute (ppm)
Automatic Duplex Printing	Two-sided printing without manual flipping
Flatbed Scanner	For scanning books, photos, and documents
Automatic Document Feeder (ADF)	Holds up to 50 sheets for scanning/copying
Wireless Connectivity	Wi-Fi Direct and network printing
High-Yield Toner	TN-760 standard yield cartridge included
Control Panel	LCD display with navigation buttons
Paper Capacity	250-sheet input tray
Fax Capability	Super G3 fax with speed dial
USB & Ethernet Ports	For direct and network connections

Installation

Unpack and inspect contents. Place on a stable, level surface near a power outlet.

Remove all packaging materials and tapes from inside and outside the printer.
Install the toner cartridge: Open front cover, remove cartridge from packaging, shake gently, and insert until it clicks.
Load paper: Adjust paper guides in the input tray and load up to 250 sheets of plain paper.
Connect power cable to the printer and plug into a grounded AC outlet.
Connect to computer via USB cable or set up network/wireless connection.

WARNING! Do not touch the green drum inside the toner cartridge. Avoid placing printer in dusty or humid locations.

First-Time Setup

Power on the printer; follow on-screen prompts or installation wizard.

Install drivers: Insert the provided CD or download latest drivers from Brother website.
Configure network: Use control panel to connect to Wi-Fi or Ethernet network.
Set preferences: Configure default print settings (duplex, toner save mode).
Test print: Print a test page to verify installation.
Register product online for support and updates.

CAUTION! Ensure proper ventilation; keep at least 4 inches of space around vents.

Specifications

Print Technology: Monochrome laser.
Print Speed: Up to 31 ppm.
Resolution: Up to 2400 x 600 dpi.
Paper Sizes: Letter, Legal, Executive, A4, A5, B5, envelopes.
Scanner Type: Flatbed + ADF (50 sheets).
Fax: Super G3, 33.6 Kbps modem speed.
Connectivity: USB 2.0, Ethernet, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct.
Memory: 64 MB.
Power Consumption: Approx. 490W (printing), 55W (ready), 1.4W (sleep).
Dimensions: 15.7" W x 16.1" D x 12.6" H.
Weight: Approx. 30.9 lbs.

Controls and Settings

Access functions via control panel LCD and buttons. Front Panel: POWER, START, STOP/EXIT, navigation arrows, OK, MENU, BACK.

LCD Menu: Settings, Network, Reports, Maintenance, Fax. Print Settings: Toner Save, Duplex, Paper Size, Resolution. Network: Wi-Fi Setup, WPS, TCP/IP. Maintenance: Clean Drum, Print Quality Adjustment. Fax: Speed Dial, Transmission Report.

Configure via Brother Web Connect or embedded web server for advanced network settings.

Connecting Devices

USB: Direct connection to computer. Network: Ethernet cable to router. Wireless: Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct.

Turn off printer before connecting cables.
For USB: Connect USB cable to computer and printer.
For Ethernet: Connect cable to router and printer LAN port.
For Wi-Fi: Use control panel to select network and enter password.
Install drivers on each computer that will use the printer.

Tip: Use WPS button on router for easy Wi-Fi setup if supported.

Printing & Copying

Supports standard and custom print jobs, multiple copy sets.

Printing: Select file > Print > choose DCP-L3517CDW > adjust settings (duplex, quality) > Print.
Copying: Place original on scanner glass or in ADF > use control panel to set copies, darkness, size > press START.
Duplex Copying: Enable in copy settings for automatic two-sided copies.
Reduce/Enlarge: Use zoom settings from 25% to 400%.
Collate: Automatically collates multiple copy sets when using ADF.

WARNING! Do not touch scanner glass with fingers; use clean cloth. Ensure ADF is free of staples.

Scanning & Faxing

Scan to email, computer, network folder, or USB. Send/receive faxes.

Scanning: Place document > press SCAN key > choose destination (PC, Email, USB) > START. Use Brother software for OCR and PDF creation.

Faxing: Enter number using keypad or speed dial > press START to send. Receive mode can be set to Auto or Manual. Store up to 200 speed dial entries.

Configure fax settings (header, ring delay, ECM) via MENU > Fax.

Maintenance & Supplies

Replace toner, clean interior, update firmware.

Toner Replacement: Open front cover, remove old cartridge, insert new TN-760 or TN-760XL (high yield), close cover.
Drum Cleaning: Run Drum Cleaning utility from Maintenance menu when print quality declines.
Exterior Cleaning: Unplug, use dry soft cloth. Do not use alcohol or ammonia.
Firmware Updates: Download from Brother support site and install via network or USB.
Reset Page Counters: MENU > Reports > Page Counters.

CAUTION! Use only genuine Brother supplies. Do not refill toner cartridges.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15: Class B digital device; complies with limits for residential use. Energy Star certified. Copyright © Brother Industries, Ltd. For support, visit support.brother.com or contact Brother Customer Service at 1-877-276-8437. Warranty: 1-year limited warranty.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Printer not printing	Connection/driver	Check cable/network; reinstall driver; restart printer and computer.
Poor print quality	Toner/low settings	Replace toner; run drum cleaning; adjust density in settings.
Paper jams	Paper path obstruction	Open covers, remove jammed paper gently; ensure paper is loaded correctly.
Scanner not working	Software/connection	Reinstall scanning software; check USB/network connection.
Fax transmission fails	Phone line/ settings	Check phone line connection; verify recipient number; disable ECM if needed.
Wi-Fi connection lost	Signal/router	Move printer closer to router; restart router; reconfigure Wi-Fi.

Reset: MENU > General Setup > Reset > Reset All Settings (caution: erases network settings).

Service: 1-877-276-8437; support.brother.com