Brother HL-2600CN Series manual

The Brother HL-2600CN Series is a color laser printer designed for small office and home office use, offering fast printing speeds, high-quality color output, and network connectivity. It features a compact design, user-friendly control panel, support for various paper types and sizes, and energy-saving functions. 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 and Network 7. Printing Documents 8. Maintenance and Consumables 9. Care & Cleaning 10. Regulatory Information 11. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Color laser engine, control panel with LCD display, paper trays, toner cartridges (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black), USB and Ethernet ports.

Feature	Description
Print Speed	Up to 20 pages per minute (color and monochrome)
Print Resolution	Up to 2400 x 600 dpi
Paper Capacity	Standard 250-sheet input tray
Connectivity	USB 2.0, Ethernet 10/100 Base-TX
Control Panel	LCD display, navigation buttons, power button
Toner Cartridges	Separate cartridges for each color (C, M, Y, K)
Duplex Printing	Manual (driver support for two-sided printing)
Compatibility	Windows, macOS, Linux
Energy Star Certified	Energy-saving features and low power consumption
Warranty	Limited 1-year warranty

Installation

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

Remove all packaging materials and tape from the printer.
Install toner cartridges: Open front cover, remove protective tapes from cartridges, insert each color into its slot.
Load paper: Adjust paper guides in the input tray, load plain paper.
Connect power cable: Plug into AC outlet and printer.
Connect to computer: Use USB cable or connect to network via Ethernet cable.

WARNING! Toner cartridges are sensitive; handle with care to avoid spills. Keep printer away from direct sunlight and moisture.

First-Time Setup

Power on printer; follow on-screen prompts on control panel.

Install drivers: Insert installation CD or download latest drivers from Brother website.
Configure network settings: Use control panel menu to set IP address or use automatic DHCP.
Align cartridges: Printer will automatically perform initial alignment after first power on.
Print test page: Verify installation and print quality.

CAUTION! Do not turn off printer during initial setup or alignment process.

Specifications

Printer Type: Color laser printer.
Print Speed: Up to 20 ppm (color and black).
First Print Out Time: Less than 30 seconds.
Recommended Monthly Duty Cycle: Up to 20,000 pages.
Paper Sizes: Letter, Legal, A4, Executive, envelopes, labels, transparencies.
Paper Weight: 16 to 43 lb (60 to 163 g/m²).
Memory: 64 MB standard.
Operating Systems: Windows 7/8/10, Server 2008/2012, macOS 10.10 and later.
Power Consumption: Approx. 470W (printing), 65W (ready), 2W (sleep).
Dimensions (W x D x H): 16.1" x 15.7" x 12.6".
Weight: Approx. 44.1 lbs.

Controls and Settings

Access menus via control panel buttons and LCD display. Front Panel: POWER, GO (status monitor), MENU, UP/DOWN arrows, OK, STOP/EXIT.

LCD Display: Shows status, menus, error messages. Navigation: Use arrow keys to scroll, OK to select.

Printer Settings: Paper size, type, orientation, print quality (draft, normal, best), toner save mode. Network Settings: TCP/IP, wireless setup (if applicable), protocol configuration. Maintenance: Clean drum, align cartridges, print reports. Reports: Configuration page, supplies status, network configuration.

Connecting to Computer and Network

USB: Direct connection to computer. Network: Ethernet connection to router/switch.

Turn off printer and computer before connecting USB cable.
For network: Connect Ethernet cable to printer and router.
Power on printer; configure network settings via control panel or installation software.
Install printer driver on each computer that will use the printer.

Tip: Use Brother's network installation tool for easier setup on multiple computers.

Printing Documents

Supports various document types from applications.

Ensure printer is on and ready (no error lights).
Select File > Print in your application.
Choose Brother HL-2600CN as printer.
Adjust print settings: Color/B&W, paper size, quality, number of copies.
Click Print; monitor status on control panel if needed.
For special media: Adjust paper type setting in driver (envelopes, labels, thick paper).
Cancel job: Press STOP/EXIT button on printer.

WARNING! Do not open covers during printing. Allow printer to cool if printing large volumes.

Maintenance and Consumables

Toner Replacement: Replace when low toner message appears or print quality fades.

Open front cover.
Remove old cartridge, unpack new cartridge, shake gently.
Insert new cartridge until it clicks.
Close cover; printer will calibrate.

Drum Unit: Replace approximately every 24,000 pages (may vary). Follow similar procedure as toner replacement.

Supplies Status: Print supplies status page from menu to check toner levels.

Care & Cleaning

Unplug before cleaning. Exterior: Use soft, dry cloth. Interior: Use lint-free cloth to remove dust and toner particles.

CAUTION! Do not use alcohol, ammonia, or abrasive cleaners. Never touch the imaging drum surface.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15: Class B digital device; complies with interference limits for residential use. Energy Star: Meets energy efficiency guidelines. 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 powering on	Power connection	Check power cable connections; ensure outlet is working.
Poor print quality	Toner low, drum dirty	Replace toner cartridge; clean corona wire; run drum cleaning cycle.
Paper jams	Paper loaded incorrectly, worn rollers	Clear jam following guide in manual; ensure paper is within specifications.
Not printing from computer	Driver, connection	Verify printer is selected; check USB/network cable; reinstall driver.
Error messages on display	Various internal issues	Refer to error code in manual; try power cycling printer.
Network connection issues	IP configuration, cable	Print network configuration page; verify IP settings; check Ethernet cable.

Reset: Menu > Initial Setup > Reset Settings if needed.

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