Brother HL-L2350DW Manual

The Brother HL-L2350DW is a monochrome laser printer with wireless and Ethernet connectivity, automatic duplex printing, and high-speed output up to 32 pages per minute. It features a 250-sheet paper tray, mobile printing capabilities, 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 Devices 7. Printing Operations 8. Maintenance & Supplies 9. Regulatory Information 10. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Monochrome laser engine, control panel with LCD, paper tray, toner cartridge, wireless and Ethernet ports.

Feature	Description
Print Speed	Up to 32 pages per minute
Resolution	Up to 2400 x 600 dpi
Duplex Printing	Automatic two-sided printing
Connectivity	Wireless, Ethernet, USB 2.0
Paper Capacity	250-sheet adjustable paper tray
Mobile Printing	Apple AirPrint, Google Cloud Print, Brother iPrint&Scan
Toner Yield	Approx. 3,000 pages (standard)
Display	LCD with navigation buttons
Energy Star Certified	Energy-saving modes
Dimensions	15.7" W x 14.2" D x 9.6" H

Installation

Unpack and inspect contents. Place on stable, level surface.

Remove all packaging materials and tapes from printer interior.
Install toner cartridge: Open front cover, remove cartridge from packaging, shake horizontally, insert until it clicks.
Load paper: Adjust paper guides in tray, load up to 250 sheets of plain paper.
Connect power cord to printer and wall outlet.
Turn on printer using power switch.

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

First-Time Setup

Power on printer; follow initial setup prompts on LCD.

Select language: Use arrow keys on control panel to choose language.
Install print driver: Insert included CD or download from Brother website.
Connect to network: For wireless setup, use WPS button or manual configuration via control panel.
Print test page: Confirm installation success from driver or printer menu.
Configure default settings: Set paper size, duplex mode, and energy saver preferences.

CAUTION! Keep printer in well-ventilated area; allow space for paper ejection.

Specifications

Print Technology: Monochrome laser.
Print Speed: Up to 32 ppm.
First Print Out: Less than 8.5 seconds.
Memory: 32 MB.
Paper Sizes: Letter, Legal, Executive, A4, A5, B5, envelopes.
Input Capacity: 250 sheets (standard).
Output Capacity: 100 sheets (face-down).
Connectivity: Hi-Speed USB 2.0, Ethernet 10/100/1000, Wireless 802.11b/g/n.
Operating Systems: Windows, macOS, Linux.
Power Consumption: Approx. 410W printing, 50W ready, 1.3W sleep.
Noise Level: Less than 53 dB(A).

Controls and Settings

Control Panel: Power button, LCD display, Navigation arrows, OK, Back, Cancel, Go (WPS), Toner, Drum, Error indicators.

Menu Navigation: Use arrows to access: Network, Report, General Setup, Reset, Maintenance.

Network Settings: Configure wireless/Ethernet, TCP/IP, WSD. General Setup: Language, paper size, sleep timer, energy saver. Reports: Print network configuration, page count, self-test. Maintenance: Clean drum, reset toner/drum counters.

Connecting Devices

USB: Direct connection to computer. Network: Ethernet cable to router. Wireless: WPS or manual setup.

Turn off printer before connecting cables.
USB: Connect USB cable to computer and printer rear port.
Ethernet: Connect cable from router to printer Ethernet port.
Wireless: Press Go button for WPS or configure manually via control panel.
Install drivers on all computers that will use the printer.

Tip: For stable wireless connection, place printer within range of router.

Printing Operations

Supports standard printing, duplex, multiple copies, watermark, poster, booklet printing.

Send print job from computer or mobile device.
For duplex: Select two-sided printing in print dialog.
Cancel job: Press Cancel button on printer control panel.
Pause printing: Press Go button to pause/resume.
Print reports: Access via printer menu (network config, page count).
Mobile printing: Use Brother iPrint&Scan app or built-in services.
Toner save mode: Enable in driver or printer settings to extend toner life.

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

Maintenance & Supplies

Toner Replacement: When toner light illuminates or print quality fades.

Open front cover.
Remove old toner cartridge.
Shake new cartridge horizontally 5-6 times.
Insert new cartridge until it clicks.
Close front cover; printer will calibrate automatically.

Drum Unit Replacement: When drum light comes on (approx. 12,000 pages).

Cleaning: Unplug printer. Wipe exterior with dry cloth. Clean interior with lint-free cloth. Do not use alcohol or solvents.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15: Class B digital device; complies with interference limits for residential use. Energy Star certified. 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 connection	Check power cord connections; ensure outlet is working.
Poor print quality	Toner low/dirty	Replace toner cartridge; clean corona wire inside printer.
Paper jams	Paper misloaded/damaged	Open covers, remove jammed paper carefully; reload paper properly.
Not connecting to network	Settings/cable	Verify wireless password; restart router/printer; check Ethernet cable.
Driver not installed	Software	Download latest driver from Brother website; run installer as administrator.
Error lights flashing	Various errors	Refer to manual error code list; try power cycling printer.

Reset: Menu > General Setup > Reset > All Settings (caution: erases network settings).

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