Brother HL-6250DW Manual

The Brother HL-6250DW is a high-speed monochrome laser printer featuring automatic duplex printing, wireless and wired network connectivity, high-yield toner options, and a compact design suitable for home offices and small businesses. Below are key sections covering setup, features, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Unpacking and Setup 3. First-Time Installation 4. Specifications 5. Control Panel and Settings 6. Connecting to Networks 7. Printing Operations 8. Maintenance and Supplies 9. Regulatory Information 10. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Printer unit, Toner cartridge, Power cord, Setup CD-ROM, Quick Setup Guide, USB cable (optional).

Feature	Description
Print Speed	Up to 40 pages per minute (monochrome)
Duplex Printing	Automatic two-sided printing
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB 2.0
Paper Capacity	250-sheet input tray, 50-sheet multipurpose tray
Toner Yield	Standard: 3,000 pages; High-yield: 6,000 pages
Display	2-line LCD with navigation buttons
POWER	Turns printer on/off
GO (LED)	Indicates ready status; flashes during processing
ERROR (LED)	Lights for paper jams, low toner, or other issues
Wireless Setup Button	For easy Wi-Fi configuration

Unpacking and Setup

Remove all packaging materials. Place on a stable, level surface near a power outlet.

Install toner cartridge: Open front cover, remove packaging from cartridge, insert until it clicks.
Load paper: Adjust guides in input tray, load up to 250 sheets of plain paper.
Connect power: Plug power cord into printer and wall outlet.
Turn on printer: Press POWER button; wait for READY indicator.

WARNING! Do not touch the green drum surface of the toner cartridge. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight or high humidity.

First-Time Installation

Install drivers and software for full functionality.

Connect via USB (optional): Use USB cable to connect printer to computer during setup.
Install software: Insert setup CD or download from Brother website; follow on-screen instructions.
Network setup: For wireless, press Wireless button and use WPS or manual configuration via control panel.
Test print: Print a configuration page from printer menu or computer to verify setup.

CAUTION! Ensure printer is on a stable surface with adequate ventilation. Keep all packaging away from children.

Specifications

Print Technology: Monochrome laser.
Resolution: Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi.
Memory: 64 MB standard.
Supported Media: Plain, recycled, labels, envelopes, cardstock.
Operating Systems: Windows, macOS, Linux.
Network Protocols: TCP/IP, IPv4/IPv6, SNMP, SMTP.
Power Consumption: Approx. 470W printing, 55W ready, 1.5W sleep.
Dimensions (W x D x H): 15.7 x 15.0 x 9.8 inches.
Weight: 22.9 lbs.

Control Panel and Settings

Access menus via control panel buttons and LCD display.

Buttons: POWER, GO, UP/DOWN arrows, OK, BACK, MENU.

Menu Options: Network settings (Wi-Fi/Ethernet configuration), Print reports (configuration, network status), Device settings (sleep timer, paper size, toner save mode), Reset menu (restore network/defaults).

Toner Save Mode: Reduces toner usage for draft documents. Sleep Timer: Adjust time before auto sleep (15 min to 12 hours).

Connecting to Networks

Supports Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n) and wired Ethernet.

Wireless setup: Press Wireless button, use WPS on router or select network via control panel.
Ethernet: Connect LAN cable to printer and router/switch.
Verify connection: Print network configuration report from menu.
Install drivers: Ensure printer IP is detected during software installation.

Tip: Place printer within range of Wi-Fi router for stable connection. Use Brother iPrint&Scan app for mobile printing.

Printing Operations

Supports standard, duplex, and special media printing.

Basic print: Send job from computer; printer processes automatically.
Duplex printing: Enable in printer driver settings for auto two-sided output.
Envelopes/labels: Load into multipurpose tray, adjust guides, select media type in driver.
Cancel job: Press GO button for 3 seconds to cancel current print.
Configuration page: Print via MENU > Reports > Config Report.

WARNING! Do not open covers during printing. Allow printer to cool before clearing jams.

Maintenance and Supplies

Replace toner when TONER LOW message appears or print quality fades.

Toner replacement: Open front cover, remove old cartridge, unpack new one, insert firmly.
Drum unit: Replace every 25,000 pages (separate from toner).
Cleaning: Wipe exterior with dry cloth; clean paper path if dust accumulates.
Firmware updates: Check Brother website periodically for updates.

CAUTION! Use only Brother Genuine toners and supplies. Dispose of used cartridges per local regulations.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15: Class B digital device; complies with interference limits for residential use. Energy Star® certified for energy efficiency. Copyright © Brother Industries, Ltd. For support, visit support.brother.com or contact 1-877-267-8437.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Printer not powering on	Power connection	Ensure power cord is securely plugged into printer and outlet.
Poor print quality	Low toner, drum	Replace toner cartridge; clean corona wire; check drum unit.
Paper jams	Misloaded paper, debris	Open covers, remove paper carefully; reload paper correctly.
Wireless connection fails	Router distance, settings	Move printer closer to router; re-run wireless setup.
Driver not installing	OS compatibility, firewall	Download latest driver from Brother website; temporarily disable firewall.

Reset: MENU > Device Settings > Reset > Network Reset (if needed).

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