Brother HL-5170DN Manual

The Brother HL-5170DN is a monochrome laser printer designed for high-volume office use, featuring fast print speeds, duplex printing, network connectivity, and robust paper handling. Below are key sections covering 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 Network 7. Printing Operations 8. Maintenance & Consumables 9. Regulatory Information 10. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: High-speed print engine, duplex unit, paper trays, control panel, network interface, USB port.

Feature	Description
Print Speed	Up to 31 pages per minute (A4)
Resolution	Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi
Duplex Printing	Automatic two-sided printing
Paper Capacity	Standard 250-sheet tray, optional 500-sheet tray
Connectivity	Ethernet (10/100Base-TX), USB 2.0
Memory	32 MB standard, expandable
Toner Cartridge	High-yield TN-630
Operating Systems	Windows, macOS, Linux
Duty Cycle	Up to 50,000 pages per month
Control Panel	LCD display, navigation buttons

Installation

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

Remove all packaging materials and tape from printer.
Install toner cartridge: Open front cover, remove cartridge from packaging, shake gently, insert until it clicks.
Load paper: Adjust paper guides in tray, load paper (avoid overfilling).
Connect power cable to printer and wall outlet.
Connect network cable to Ethernet port and router/switch.

WARNING! Printer is heavy; lift with care using handles. Ensure ventilation space around printer.

First-Time Setup

Power on printer; follow initial setup prompts on control panel.

Set language: Use control panel menu to select language (default ENGLISH).
Configure network: Obtain IP automatically via DHCP or set manually.
Install drivers: Insert CD or download from Brother website, follow on-screen instructions.
Print test page: Confirm installation success via driver or control panel.
Adjust default settings: Set paper size, print quality, duplex mode as needed.

CAUTION! Do not touch the fuser unit; it becomes hot during operation.

Specifications

Print Technology: Laser electrophotography.
Print Speed: Up to 31 ppm.
First Print Out: Less than 10 seconds.
Recommended Monthly Volume: 2,500 to 50,000 pages.
Paper Sizes: A4, Letter, Legal, Executive, envelopes, labels.
Paper Weight: 60 to 163 g/m².
Interface: Ethernet 10/100Base-TX, USB 2.0.
Power Consumption: Approx. 470W printing, 65W ready, 2W sleep.
Dimensions (WxDxH): 400 x 398 x 267 mm.
Weight: Approx. 15.5 kg.

Controls and Settings

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

LCD Messages: Display status, errors, menu options.

Menu Settings: Paper, Quality, Network, Printer Setup, Maintenance. Common adjustments: Print density, toner save mode, paper size, duplex default, timeout settings. Network: TCP/IP, WSD, Bonjour, FTP. Security: Admin password (default blank), IP filtering.

Connecting to Network

Ethernet: Standard RJ-45 port. USB: For direct computer connection.

Connect Ethernet cable from printer to network switch/router.
Power on printer; it will attempt to obtain IP via DHCP.
Print network configuration page via control panel to verify IP address.
Install drivers on computers, select network connection during setup.
For static IP, configure via control panel menu: Network > TCP/IP > Manual.

Tip: Use Brother Web BRAdmin tool for remote configuration and monitoring.

Printing Operations

Supports standard print jobs from applications, web printing, and direct commands.

Send print job: Select Brother HL-5170DN as printer in application, adjust properties as needed.
Duplex printing: Enable in printer properties or via control panel default.
Paper selection: Choose tray or manual feed via driver.
Monitor status: Check control panel LCD or printer queue on computer.
Cancel job: Press STOP/EXIT on printer or cancel in print queue.
Special media: Adjust paper type setting for envelopes, labels, thick paper.
Toner save mode: Enable in driver or printer menu to extend toner life.
Reports: Print configuration, network settings, page count via control panel.

WARNING! Do not open covers during printing; allow printer to cool before maintenance.

Maintenance & Consumables

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

Open front cover.
Remove old cartridge, dispose properly.
Unpack new TN-630 cartridge, shake gently side-to-side.
Insert into printer until it clicks, close cover.

Drum Unit: Replace DR-630 drum unit approximately every 30,000 pages.

Cleaning: Exterior with dry cloth; interior with approved vacuum for paper dust.

CAUTION! Use only Brother genuine consumables; avoid touching drum surface.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15: Class B digital device; complies with interference limits for commercial use. Energy Star qualified. RoHS compliant. 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 cable/outlet	Check connections; try different outlet; ensure power switch on.
Poor print quality	Toner/low density	Replace toner; run cleaning cycle; adjust print density in menu.
Paper jams	Paper path obstruction	Open covers, remove jammed paper carefully; check for debris.
Network not detected	Cable/DHCP	Verify Ethernet cable; print config page; restart printer/router.
Driver installation fails	OS compatibility	Download latest driver from Brother website; run as administrator.
Duplex not working	Setting/media	Enable duplex in driver; ensure paper supports duplex.

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

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