Brother HL-3450CN Series manual

The Brother HL-3450CN Series is a color laser printer designed for small office and home office use, featuring fast print speeds, network connectivity, and high-quality color output. It supports various paper sizes, offers duplex printing capabilities, and includes advanced color management tools. 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. Maintenance & Supplies 9. Regulatory Information 10. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Color laser engine, control panel with LCD display, paper trays, network interface, USB port, toner cartridges (CMYK).

Feature	Description
Print Speed	Up to 20 ppm monochrome, 20 ppm color
Resolution	Up to 600 x 600 dpi with Brother's image enhancement
Paper Handling	250-sheet input tray, 50-sheet multipurpose tray
Connectivity	USB 2.0, Ethernet 10/100BaseTX
Duplex Printing	Automatic two-sided printing
Memory	32 MB standard, expandable
Control Panel	LCD display, navigation buttons, power button
Toner Cartridges	Separate cyan, magenta, yellow, black
Supported OS	Windows, macOS, Linux
Power Requirements	120V AC, 60Hz

Installation

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

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

WARNING! Toner cartridges are heavy; handle with care. Avoid touching the green drum surface.

First-Time Setup

Power on printer; follow on-screen prompts or installation wizard.

Install driver software: Insert CD or download from Brother website, follow installation instructions.
Network setup: Use control panel to configure IP settings or use automatic DHCP.
Calibrate color: Print alignment page from maintenance menu.
Test print: Print a test page to verify installation.

CAUTION! Ensure printer is on stable surface with adequate ventilation.

Specifications

Print Technology: Color laser electrophotography.
Print Speed: 20 ppm (black and color).
First Print Out Time: Less than 15 seconds.
Paper Sizes: Letter, Legal, A4, Executive, envelopes, labels, transparencies.
Paper Weight: 16-43 lb bond.
Monthly Duty Cycle: Up to 25,000 pages.
Noise Level: Less than 53 dB during operation.
Dimensions: 16.1" W x 16.5" D x 13.4" H.
Weight: Approximately 44.1 lbs.
Power Consumption: 470W max, 7W standby.

Controls and Settings

Access menus via control panel buttons and LCD display.

Control Panel: POWER, MENU, UP/DOWN arrows, OK, BACK, GO (status monitor).

Settings Menu: Network configuration, print quality, paper settings, device information, maintenance functions. Print Quality: Adjust resolution, toner density, color balance. Paper Settings: Select paper size, type, tray selection. Network: TCP/IP, WSD, Bonjour settings. Maintenance: Clean drum, calibrate color, print reports.

Connecting Devices

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

Turn off printer before connecting cables.
Connect USB cable to computer and printer USB port.
For network: Connect Ethernet cable to router and printer network port.
Power on printer and configure network settings if needed.

Tip: Use shielded USB cables for better performance. Ensure network cable is securely connected.

Printing Operations

Supports various document types and media.

Print document: Select print from application, choose HL-3450CN as printer.
Select properties: Adjust paper size, orientation, color options, duplex.
Monitor status: Check LCD display for job status, errors.
Cancel job: Press GO button on control panel to cancel current print job.
Special media: Load envelopes or labels in multipurpose tray, adjust guides.
Color management: Use driver settings to adjust color profiles for specific media.

WARNING! Do not open covers during printing. Allow printer to cool before performing maintenance.

Maintenance & Supplies

Replace toner cartridges when low or empty. Clean printer exterior regularly.

Toner replacement: Open front cover, remove old cartridge, unpack new cartridge, insert until click.
Drum cleaning: Use maintenance menu to clean drum unit.
Paper path: Clear any paper jams following guide in manual.
Exterior cleaning: Use dry, lint-free cloth; avoid chemicals.

CAUTION! Use only Brother Genuine toner cartridges. Do not refill cartridges.

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 www.brother-usa.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 cord connection; ensure outlet is working.
Poor print quality	Toner/low settings	Replace low toner; run drum cleaning; adjust print density.
Paper jams	Paper path obstruction	Open covers, remove jammed paper carefully; reload paper.
Network not detected	Cable/settings	Check Ethernet cable; verify IP settings; restart printer.
Driver not installing	OS compatibility	Download latest driver from website; disable firewall temporarily.

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

Service: 1-877-267-8437; www.brother-usa.com