Brother HL-4000CN Mac Manual

The Brother HL-4000CN is a color laser printer designed for Mac compatibility, offering high-quality color printing, network connectivity, and user-friendly features. This manual provides essential information for setup, installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting specifically for Mac users. Below are key sections covering features, installation, configuration, printing, maintenance, and support.

1. Features at a Glance 2. System Requirements 3. Installation for Mac 4. Specifications 5. Controls and Settings 6. Network Setup 7. Printing from Mac 8. Maintenance & Supplies 9. Regulatory Information 10. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

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

Feature	Description
Color Printing	Up to 600 x 600 dpi resolution for vibrant color output
Mac Compatibility	Native support for macOS via Brother drivers
Network Connectivity	Ethernet port for shared printing on network
USB 2.0 Port	For direct connection to Mac
Paper Handling	250-sheet input capacity, manual feed slot
Toner Save Mode	Reduces toner consumption for draft prints
Control Panel	LCD display and buttons for status and settings
Duplex Printing	Manual double-sided printing support
Printer Language	Brother BR-Script3 and PCL6
Driver Software	Included for macOS

System Requirements

Ensure your Mac meets these requirements before installation.

Operating System: macOS 10.10 or later
Processor: Intel-based Mac
Memory: 512 MB RAM minimum (1 GB recommended)
Hard Disk Space: 500 MB for driver installation
Connectivity: USB 2.0 port or Ethernet network
Internet Access: Required for driver download and updates

NOTE: Check Brother website for latest driver compatibility.

Installation for Mac

Follow these steps to set up your Brother HL-4000CN with your Mac.

Unpack printer: Remove all packaging materials and tape.
Install toner cartridges: Open front cover, insert CMYK cartridges, close cover.
Load paper: Adjust paper guides in tray, load plain paper.
Connect power: Plug into AC outlet, turn on printer.
Connect to Mac: Use USB cable or connect to network via Ethernet.
Install driver: Download from Brother website or use included CD, run installer.
Add printer: Go to System Preferences > Printers & Scanners, click "+", select Brother HL-4000CN.

WARNING! Do not touch toner cartridges or internal parts; keep printer on stable surface.

Specifications

Print Technology: Color laser electrophotography
Print Speed: Up to 20 ppm monochrome, 5 ppm color
Resolution: 600 x 600 dpi
Memory: 64 MB standard
Paper Sizes: Letter, Legal, A4, Executive, envelopes
Input Capacity: 250 sheets (standard tray)
Interfaces: USB 2.0, Ethernet 10/100Base-TX
Supported OS: macOS 10.10 and later
Power Consumption: Approx. 470W printing, 65W standby
Dimensions: 16.1" W x 18.5" D x 13.4" H
Weight: Approx. 55.1 lbs

Controls and Settings

Control Panel: LCD display, MENU, ITEM, VALUE, GO, STOP/CLEAR buttons.

Menu Navigation: Use MENU to access settings: Network, Print Quality, Reports, Maintenance.

Print Quality: Adjust density, toner save mode. Network: Configure TCP/IP, WSD. Reports: Print configuration page, network settings. Maintenance: Clean drum, reset counts.

Mac Settings: Access via Printers & Scanners: Options & Supplies for preferences, supply levels.

Network Setup

For network printing from multiple Macs.

Connect Ethernet cable from printer to router.
On printer control panel: MENU > Network > TCP/IP > Auto.
Print network configuration page to verify IP address.
On Mac: Add printer using IP address or Bonjour discovery.

Tip: Assign static IP for consistent network access.

Printing from Mac

Print documents, photos, and web pages.

Open document, select File > Print.
Choose Brother HL-4000CN as printer.
Select options: Color mode, paper size, quality, duplex.
Click Print to start.
Monitor status via printer icon in dock.

Advanced: Use Print Queue to pause, resume, or cancel jobs.

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

Maintenance & Supplies

Replace toner cartridges and perform routine cleaning.

Toner Replacement: When low toner message appears, replace cartridge(s).
Cleaning: Use dry cloth for exterior; clean interior with approved lint-free cloth.
Drum Unit: Replace as needed (separate from toner).
Paper Jam Clearing: Follow guided instructions on LCD; open rear cover if needed.

CAUTION! Use only Brother genuine supplies; recycle cartridges properly.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15 Class B compliance for digital devices. Energy Star qualified. Copyright © Brother Industries, Ltd. For support, visit support.brother.com or contact Brother Customer Service at 1-877-276-8437. This product may be covered by one or more patents, see brother.com/patent.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Printer not detected	Connection/driver	Check USB/Ethernet cable; reinstall driver; restart Mac and printer.
Poor print quality	Toner/paper	Replace low toner; use recommended paper; run cleaning cycle.
Paper jams	Paper misload	Clear jammed paper from path; reload paper correctly.
Network printing fails	IP settings	Verify IP address; check firewall settings on Mac.
Color misalignment	Calibration needed	Run color calibration from printer menu or driver utility.

Reset: Menu > Maintenance > Reset Settings if needed.

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