The Brother HL-L5000D is a monochrome laser printer designed for high-volume office printing. It features fast print speeds, automatic duplex printing, high-yield toner cartridges, network connectivity, and robust paper handling capabilities. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Key components: Printer unit, Toner cartridge, Paper trays, Control panel, Network interface, USB and Ethernet ports.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Print Speed | Up to 50 pages per minute (monochrome) |
| Print Resolution | Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Duplex Printing | Automatic two-sided printing standard |
| Paper Capacity | Standard 500 sheets, expandable with optional trays |
| Toner Yield | High-yield cartridge: up to 12,000 pages |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0, Ethernet 10/100/1000 Base-TX |
| Memory | Standard 256MB, expandable |
| Control Panel | LCD display with navigation buttons |
| Supported OS | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Energy Saving | Auto power on/off, low power consumption modes |
Unpack and inspect contents. Place on stable, level surface near power outlet and network connection.
WARNING! Printer is heavy; lift with care using handles. Ensure ventilation space around printer.
Power on printer; follow initial setup prompts on control panel.
CAUTION! Do not touch the green drum surface of toner cartridge. Keep toner away from children.
Access menus via control panel buttons and LCD display.
Control Panel: POWER, GO (status monitor), MENU, UP/DOWN arrows, OK, BACK, STOP/EXIT.
Menu Options: Network configuration, Print reports, Maintenance (clean, align), Paper settings, Default settings, Security settings (password protection). Printer Driver Settings: Duplex, Toner save mode, Resolution, Watermarks, Page layout, Collate.
USB: Direct connection to computer. Network: Ethernet connection to router/switch.
Tip: For network installation, print network configuration page to verify IP address.
Supports standard printing, duplex printing, multiple copies, N-up printing, watermark, booklet printing.
WARNING! Do not open covers during printing. Allow printer to cool before maintenance.
Toner Replacement: When toner low message appears or print quality fades.
Drum Unit: Replace when message appears or after approximately 30,000 pages.
Note: Use only genuine Brother consumables for optimal performance.
Unplug printer before cleaning. Exterior: Use soft, dry cloth. Interior: Use approved vacuum with static-safe nozzle to remove paper dust and toner particles.
CAUTION! Do not use alcohol, ammonia, or abrasive cleaners. Do not touch transfer roller or imaging components.
FCC Part 15: Class B digital device; complies with interference limits for commercial use. ENERGY STAR® qualified. Copyright © Brother Industries, Ltd. For support, visit support.brother.com or contact Brother Customer Service at 1-877-267-8437.
| Symptom | Possible Cause | Corrective Action |
|---|---|---|
| Printer not powering on | Power connection | Check power cable connection; ensure outlet is working. |
| Poor print quality | Toner low, drum worn | Replace toner cartridge; replace drum unit; run cleaning cycle. |
| Paper jams | Paper misloaded, worn rollers | Open covers, remove jammed paper carefully; check paper guides; replace rollers if worn. |
| Not printing from computer | Driver, connection, queue | Reinstall driver; check USB/network cable; clear print queue; restart printer and computer. |
| Network connection issues | IP configuration, cable | Print network config page; verify IP settings; renew DHCP lease; check Ethernet cable. |
| Error messages on display | Various internal issues | Refer to message in manual; try power cycle; perform factory reset if needed. |
Reset: Menu > Initial Setup > Reset > All Settings (caution: erases network settings).
Service: 1-877-267-8437; support.brother.com