Brother HL-2030 Manual

The Brother HL-2030 is a monochrome laser printer offering fast printing speeds, high-quality output, and reliable performance for home and small office use. It features a compact design, USB connectivity, 250-sheet paper capacity, and energy-saving functions. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Features at a Glance

Key components: Printer unit, Power cord, USB cable, Starter toner cartridge, Paper cassette, User manual.

Installation

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

1. Remove all packaging materials and tapes from printer.
2. Install toner cartridge: Open front cover, remove cartridge from packaging, shake gently, insert until it clicks.
3. Load paper: Pull out paper cassette, adjust guides, load paper (letter or A4), reinsert cassette.
4. Connect power cord to printer and wall outlet.

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

First-Time Setup

Power on printer; install driver software.

1. Turn on printer using power switch; wait for READY light.
2. Connect USB cable to printer and computer.
3. Install driver: Use included CD or download from Brother website.
4. Follow on-screen instructions to complete installation.
5. Print test page to verify setup.

CAUTION! Do not disconnect USB cable during driver installation.

Specifications

• Printer Type: Monochrome Laser
• Print Speed: Up to 20 ppm
• Resolution: 2400 x 600 dpi
• Paper Sizes: Letter, Legal, A4, A5, Executive
• Paper Capacity: 250 sheets (input)
• Interface: USB 2.0
• Memory: 8 MB
• Dimensions: 14.2" x 9.7" x 7.9"
• Weight: 13.2 lbs
• Power Consumption: Approx. 370W printing, 55W ready, 2W sleep
• Operating Environment: 50-90°F, 20-80% humidity

Controls and Settings

Front Panel: POWER button, READY light, ERROR light, TONER light.

Software Settings: Access via printer properties in computer.

Print Preferences: Paper size, orientation, quality (draft/normal/fine). Device Settings: Toner save mode, power save timer, paper type. Maintenance: Print head cleaning, firmware update, reset menu.

Connecting to Computer

USB connection only. For network, use print server (optional).

1. Ensure printer and computer are off.
2. Connect USB cable to printer and computer.
3. Power on printer, then computer.
4. Install driver if not already installed.
5. Set as default printer in computer settings.

Tip: Use high-quality USB cable for reliable connection.

Printing Documents

Supports various document types and applications.

1. Open document to print.
2. Select File > Print or press Ctrl+P.
3. Choose Brother HL-2030 as printer.
4. Adjust settings as needed (copies, pages, quality).
5. Click Print.
6. Monitor printer lights for status.

WARNING! Do not open covers during printing. Allow printer to cool after heavy use.

Maintenance & Consumables

Toner Replacement: When TONER light flashes or print quality fades.

1. Open front cover.
2. Remove old cartridge.
3. Unpack new TN-360 cartridge, shake gently.
4. Insert new cartridge until it clicks.
5. Close front cover.

Cleaning: Use dry, lint-free cloth. Keep exterior clean, avoid liquids.

CAUTION! Dispose of used toner cartridges according to local regulations.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15: Class B digital device; complies with interference limits. Energy Star compliant. Copyright © Brother Industries, Ltd. For support, visit support.brother.com or contact 1-877-267-8437.

Troubleshooting

Reset: Turn printer off and on to clear minor errors.

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