Brother HL-2170W Manual

The Brother HL-2170W is a monochrome laser printer with wireless connectivity, offering fast printing speeds up to 23 pages per minute, 2400 x 600 dpi resolution, automatic duplex printing, and a 250-sheet paper capacity. It features Ethernet and USB 2.0 connectivity, supports multiple operating systems, and includes Toner Save Mode for economical printing. 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 Operations 8. Network Configuration 9. Maintenance & Care 10. Regulatory Information 11. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Monochrome laser printer, Control Panel, Paper Tray, Output Tray, USB Port, Ethernet Port, Wireless Antenna, Toner Cartridge compartment.

Feature	Description
Print Speed	Up to 23 pages per minute
Resolution	2400 x 600 dpi
Connectivity	Wireless, Ethernet, USB 2.0
Duplex Printing	Automatic two-sided printing
Paper Capacity	250 sheets (standard)
Toner Save Mode	Reduces toner consumption
Compatibility	Windows, macOS, Linux
Control Panel	LCD display, navigation buttons
Memory	8 MB standard
Dimensions	14.2" W x 9.7" H x 14" D

Installation

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

Remove packaging materials: Take out all tapes and protective covers.
Install toner cartridge: Open front cover, remove cartridge from packaging, shake gently, insert until it clicks.
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 of the toner cartridge. Keep printer away from heat sources and moisture.

First-Time Setup

Power on printer; follow on-screen prompts from installation software.

Install software: Insert CD or download drivers from Brother website.
Connect to computer: Use USB cable or configure wireless connection.
Configure network: Use control panel or software to set up wireless/Ethernet.
Print test page: Verify installation by printing configuration page.

CAUTION! Ensure proper ventilation; do not block air vents.

Specifications

Print Technology: Monochrome laser.
Print Speed: Up to 23 ppm.
First Print Out: Less than 10 seconds.
Resolution: 2400 x 600 dpi.
Paper Sizes: Letter, Legal, Executive, A4, A5, B5, envelopes.
Paper Capacity: 250 sheets (standard), single-sheet bypass.
Connectivity: Wireless 802.11b/g/n, Ethernet 10/100, USB 2.0.
Memory: 8 MB.
Power Consumption: 370W printing, 50W ready, 2W sleep.
Operating Environment: 50-90.5°F, 20-80% humidity.

Controls and Settings

Control Panel: POWER button, LCD display, Navigation arrows, OK, Back, Go (Cancel Job), Toner Save, Wireless buttons.

Menu Options: Network, Print Reports, Device Settings, Reset Menu.

Print Settings: Toner Save (On/Off), Duplex (Auto/Manual), Paper Size, Print Quality. Network: Wireless Setup, TCP/IP, WPS. Device: Sleep Timer, Drum Reset, Factory Reset.

Connecting Devices

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

Turn on printer and device before connecting.
For USB: Connect cable to printer and computer.
For Ethernet: Connect cable to printer and router/switch.
For Wireless: Use control panel or software to join network.

Tip: Use WPS button on router for easy wireless setup if supported.

Printing Operations

Supports standard documents, envelopes, labels.

Send print job: Select printer from application's print dialog.
Adjust settings: Select paper size, orientation, duplex, quality.
Monitor status: Check LCD for errors or warnings.
Cancel job: Press Go button on control panel.
Special media: Use manual feed for envelopes or thick paper.
Toner Save: Enable from control panel or driver to reduce consumption.

WARNING! Do not touch internal components while printing. Allow printer to cool before maintenance.

Network Configuration

Wireless Setup: Use control panel menu or WPS. Ethernet: Auto-configures with DHCP. Print network configuration page to verify settings.

Maintenance & Care

Unplug before cleaning. Clean exterior with dry cloth; clean paper path with approved cleaning sheets.

CAUTION! Do not use alcohol or solvents. Replace toner cartridge when low. Keep interior free of dust.

Regulatory Information

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Printer not responding	Connection/power	Check cables; restart printer and computer; verify power.
Poor print quality	Toner/paper	Replace toner cartridge; use recommended paper; clean inside.
Paper jams	Paper path/guides	Open covers, remove jammed paper gently; adjust paper guides.
Wireless not connecting	Network settings	Verify SSID/password; move closer to router; print network report.
Toner light flashing	Low/empty toner	Replace toner cartridge; reset drum unit if needed.

Reset: Menu > Device Settings > Reset Menu > Factory Reset if needed.

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