Brother HL-2130 Manual

The Brother HL-2130 is a compact, monochrome laser printer designed for home and small office use. It features fast printing speeds up to 20 pages per minute, a 250-sheet paper capacity, automatic duplex printing (manual), USB 2.0 connectivity, and Toner Save mode. 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 to Computer 7. Printing Documents 8. Maintenance & Consumables 9. Regulatory Information 10. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Printer unit, Power cord, Starter toner cartridge, USB cable, Setup CD-ROM, User manual.

Feature	Description
Print Speed	Up to 20 pages per minute
Resolution	Up to 2400 x 600 dpi
Paper Capacity	250 sheets (standard)
Duplex Printing	Manual (two-sided)
Connectivity	USB 2.0
Toner Save Mode	Reduces toner consumption
Control Panel	Power, Toner, Drum, Paper, Error LEDs
Media Types	Plain, Bond, Recycled, Labels, Envelopes
Operating Systems	Windows, macOS, Linux
Dimensions	14.2" x 7.2" x 14" (W x H x D)

Installation

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

Remove packaging: Take off all tape and protective materials.
Install toner cartridge: Open front cover, remove cartridge from bag, shake gently, insert until click.
Load paper: Adjust paper guides in tray, load up to 250 sheets of plain paper.
Connect power: Plug power cord into printer and wall outlet.

WARNING! Do not touch the green drum surface inside the printer. Avoid placing in direct sunlight or humid areas.

First-Time Setup

Power on printer; install software from CD or download from Brother website.

Connect to computer: Use USB cable to connect printer to computer.
Install driver: Insert CD or run downloaded installer; follow on-screen instructions.
Test print: Print a test page from driver or printer properties.
Configure settings: Access printer properties to set default paper size, print quality, etc.

CAUTION! Keep printer firmware updated for optimal performance and security.

Specifications

Print Technology: Monochrome laser.
Print Speed: Up to 20 ppm.
First Print Out: Less than 10 seconds.
Memory: 8 MB.
Paper Sizes: Letter, Legal, Executive, A4, A5, B5, envelopes.
Input Capacity: 250 sheets (standard tray).
Output Capacity: 100 sheets (face-down).
Noise Level: Less than 53 dB during operation.
Power Consumption: Approx. 370W printing, 45W ready, 1.5W sleep.
Power Source: 120V AC, 60Hz.

Controls and Settings

Control Panel LEDs: Power (green), Toner (orange), Drum (orange), Paper (orange), Error (red).

Software Settings: Access via printer properties in computer. Print Quality: Normal, Toner Save. Paper Handling: Size, type, orientation. Duplex: Manual two-sided printing. Watermark: Add text or image watermark. Eco Mode: Reduce power consumption.

Physical Buttons: Power button (on/off), Go button (for error recovery, print demo page).

Connecting to Computer

USB: Standard connection. Network: Not supported (HL-2130 model).

Ensure printer and computer are off.
Connect USB cable to printer and computer.
Power on printer, then start computer.
Install driver when prompted.

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

Printing Documents

Supports printing from various applications (Word, Excel, PDF, web browsers).

Select print: Choose File > Print in application.
Select printer: Choose Brother HL-2130 series.
Adjust settings: Set copies, page range, quality, duplex.
Print: Click OK to start printing.
Cancel job: Press Go button for 2 seconds to cancel current print job.

WARNING! Do not open covers or remove paper during printing to avoid jams.

Maintenance & Consumables

Toner Cartridge: TN-210 (standard yield approx. 1,200 pages). Drum Unit: DR-210 (replacement interval approx. 12,000 pages).

Replace toner: When Toner LED lights, open front cover, remove old cartridge, install new one.
Replace drum: When Drum LED lights, open front cover, remove toner, remove old drum unit, install new one.
Clean exterior: Use dry, soft cloth; unplug before cleaning.
Clean interior: Use lint-free cloth to remove paper dust; avoid touching drum.

CAUTION! Use only Brother genuine consumables to ensure print quality and avoid damage.

Regulatory Information

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

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Printer not powering on	Power connection	Check power cord connections; ensure outlet is working.
Poor print quality	Toner low/drum dirty	Replace toner cartridge; clean drum unit; run cleaning cycle.
Paper jam	Paper misloaded/damaged	Open covers, remove jammed paper carefully; reload paper correctly.
Not printing from computer	Driver/USB connection	Reinstall driver; check USB cable; ensure printer is selected.
Error LED blinking	Cover open/toner missing	Close all covers securely; ensure toner cartridge is installed.

Reset: Unplug printer for 60 seconds, then plug back in to reset.

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