Brother HL-L2360DN Manual

The Brother HL-L2360DN is a monochrome laser printer designed for home and small office use, featuring fast printing speeds up to 30 pages per minute, automatic duplex printing, wired network connectivity, and high-yield toner options. 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: Printer unit, Toner cartridge, Power cord, Setup CD-ROM, Quick Setup Guide, Network cable (optional).

Feature	Description
Print Speed	Up to 30 pages per minute
Resolution	Up to 2400 x 600 dpi
Duplex Printing	Automatic two-sided printing
Paper Capacity	250-sheet input tray
Connectivity	USB 2.0, Ethernet (wired network)
Toner Yield	Standard: 1,200 pages; High-yield: 3,000 pages
Display	Monochrome LCD panel
Operating Systems	Windows, macOS, Linux
Dimensions	15.7" W x 14.2" D x 9.6" H
Weight	Approximately 20.5 lbs

Installation

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

Remove 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 input tray, load up to 250 sheets of plain paper.
Connect power cord to printer and wall outlet.
Connect to computer via USB cable or network via Ethernet cable.

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

First-Time Setup

Power on printer; follow on-screen or software prompts.

Install software: Insert setup CD or download drivers from Brother website.
Follow installation wizard to install printer driver and utilities.
Configure network settings (if using Ethernet): Use control panel or software to set IP address.
Print test page: From printer properties or control panel, select "Print Test Page."
Adjust default settings: Set paper size, print quality, duplex mode as needed.

CAUTION! Ensure proper ventilation; keep at least 4 inches clearance on all sides.

Specifications

Print Technology: Monochrome laser.
Print Speed: Up to 30 ppm.
First Print Out Time: Less than 8.5 seconds.
Memory: 32 MB standard.
Paper Sizes: Letter, Legal, Executive, A4, A5, B5, envelopes.
Media Types: Plain, recycled, labels, envelopes, cardstock.
Interface: USB 2.0, 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet.
Power Consumption: Approx. 370W printing, 50W ready, 1.5W sleep.
Noise Level: Approx. 53 dB during printing.
Warranty: 1-year limited warranty.

Controls and Settings

Access menu via control panel buttons and LCD display.

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

LCD Display: Shows status, menu options, error messages.

Menu Settings: Paper, Network, Print Quality, System Setup, Reports, Maintenance. Common adjustments: Print density, toner save mode, paper size, duplex settings, network configuration.

Connecting Devices

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

Turn off printer and computer before connecting USB cable.
Connect USB cable to printer and computer.
For network: Connect Ethernet cable to printer and router.
Power on devices; install drivers as prompted.
Select connection type during software installation.

Tip: Use shielded USB cable; avoid long cable runs exceeding 3 meters.

Printing Operations

Supports standard printing, duplex printing, multiple copies, toner save mode.

Ensure paper is loaded correctly in input tray.
From application, select File > Print.
Choose Brother HL-L2360DN as printer.
Adjust print settings: Copies, duplex, paper type, quality.
Click Print; monitor status via control panel.
Cancel job: Press GO button for 2 seconds if needed.
Print reports: Use control panel to print network configuration, page count, etc.

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

Maintenance & Supplies

Replace toner when low or empty message appears. Clean exterior regularly.

Toner replacement: Open front cover, remove old cartridge, install new TN-660 standard or TN-660 high-yield cartridge.
Reset toner counter: After installing new cartridge, close front cover.
Cleaning: Unplug printer, wipe exterior with dry cloth; clean paper path if paper jams occur.
Drum unit replacement: Replace DR-630 drum unit after approx. 12,000 pages.

CAUTION! Use only Brother genuine supplies; improper supplies may damage printer.

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 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 density	Replace toner cartridge; adjust print density in settings.
Paper jams	Paper loading/media	Open covers, remove jammed paper carefully; reload paper correctly.
Not printing from computer	Driver/connection	Reinstall driver; check USB/network cable; ensure printer is selected.
Network connection issues	IP configuration	Print network configuration report; verify IP settings match network.
Toner message persists	Cartridge not seated	Remove and reinstall toner cartridge; ensure it clicks into place.

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

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