Brother DCP-L8410CDW Manual

The Brother DCP-L8410CDW is a color laser all-in-one printer featuring print, copy, scan, and fax capabilities with wireless and network connectivity. It offers automatic duplex printing, a large paper capacity, touchscreen display, and support for various mobile printing solutions. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, 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. Maintenance 9. Regulatory Information 10. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Color laser engine, Automatic Document Feeder (ADF), Touchscreen control panel, Paper trays, Network and USB ports.

Feature	Description
Print Speed	Up to 33 pages per minute (black & color)
Automatic Duplex Printing	Two-sided printing without manual flipping
Paper Capacity	Up to 350 sheets standard
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB
Mobile Printing	Brother iPrint&Scan, Apple AirPrint, Google Cloud Print
ADF Capacity	Up to 50 sheets for scanning/copying
Touchscreen Display	5-line color LCD for easy navigation
Toner Save Mode	Reduces toner consumption
Fax Capability	Super G3 fax with speed dial
Security Features	Secure print, network authentication

Installation

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

Remove all packaging materials and tapes from inside and outside the printer.
Install toner cartridges: Open front cover, insert cyan, magenta, yellow, and black cartridges.
Load paper: Adjust paper guides in tray, load plain paper.
Connect power cord to printer and wall outlet.
Turn on printer using power switch.

WARNING! Do not touch the green drum surface of toner cartridges. Keep printer away from heat and humidity.

First-Time Setup

Power on printer; follow on-screen prompts on display.

Set language: Use touchscreen to select preferred language.
Install print driver: Insert installation CD or download from Brother website.
Connect to network: Use wired Ethernet or Wi-Fi setup wizard.
Align print heads: Run automatic alignment from maintenance menu.
Print test page: Verify print quality and connectivity.

CAUTION! Ensure proper ventilation; do not block vents.

Specifications

Print Technology: Laser
Print Resolution: Up to 2400 x 600 dpi
Copy Resolution: Up to 600 x 600 dpi
Scan Resolution: Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi
Interface: USB 2.0, 10/100/1000 Base-TX Ethernet, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n
Supported Media: Plain, recycled, bond, labels, envelopes, cardstock
Operating Systems: Windows, macOS, Linux
Power Consumption: Approx. 550W (printing), 65W (ready), 1.3W (sleep)
Dimensions (W x D x H): Approx. 16.5" x 18.1" x 17.7"
Weight: Approx. 55.1 lbs

Controls and Settings

Access functions via touchscreen control panel. Front Panel: Power, Home, Back, Number keypad, Start, Stop.

Touchscreen Menu: Copy, Scan, Fax, Network, Settings, Maintenance.

Copy Settings: Number of copies, darkness, reduce/enlarge, duplex. Scan Settings: File format (PDF, JPEG), resolution, destination. Fax Settings: Speed dial, fax header, redial. Network Settings: Wi-Fi setup, IP address, security. Maintenance: Print head cleaning, alignment, report printing.

Connecting Devices

Network: Ethernet cable to router. Wireless: Use WPS or manual setup. USB: Direct connection to computer.

Turn on printer and device (computer/phone).
For wired network: Connect Ethernet cable to printer and router.
For wireless: Navigate to Network > Wireless > Setup Wizard on touchscreen.
For USB: Connect USB cable to printer and computer, install drivers.
Verify connection by printing network configuration page.

Tip: Place printer within range of Wi-Fi router for stable connection.

Printing & Copying

Supports standard and custom paper sizes.

Print from computer: Select Brother printer in print dialog, adjust settings as needed.
Copy: Place original on scanner glass or in ADF, use touchscreen to set copies and options, press Start.
Scan: Place document, select scan mode on touchscreen, choose destination (computer, USB, email).
Fax: Load document, enter fax number using keypad, press Start.
Duplex printing: Enable in print driver or touchscreen settings.
Toner save: Activate in print settings to extend toner life.
Secure print: Enter PIN at printer to release held print jobs.

WARNING! Do not touch scanner glass with fingers; use ADF for multiple pages.

Maintenance

Replace toner when indicator lights or message appears. Clean exterior with dry cloth; clean scanner glass with soft, lint-free cloth.

CAUTION! Unplug before cleaning. Use only Brother genuine toner and parts.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15: Class B digital device; complies with interference limits for residential use. Copyright © Brother Industries, Ltd. For support, visit support.brother.com or contact Brother Customer Service at 1-877-267-8437.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Printer not printing	Connection/paper/jam	Check cable/Wi-Fi; ensure paper loaded; clear any paper jam.
Poor print quality	Toner/low settings	Replace toner; run cleaning cycle; adjust print density.
Paper jam	Paper misloaded	Open covers, remove jammed paper carefully, reload paper.
Scanner not working	Driver/connection	Reinstall scanner driver; check USB/network connection.
Fax not sending	Line/numbers	Check telephone line connection; verify recipient fax number.

Reset: Settings > General Settings > Reset Settings if available.

Service: 1-877-267-8437; support.brother.com