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Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex
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Product Highlights
- Monochrome Output
- Wireless & Wired Ethernet Networking
- Media Capacity - up to 250 Pages
- Print Speed up to 27 Pages per Minute
- Print Resolutions up to 2400 x 600 dpi
- Automatic Two-Sided Duplex Printing
- Maximum Monthly Duty Cycle-10,000 Pages
- Media Sizes up to 8.5 x 14.0" / Legal
- Accepts High-Capacity Toner Cartridges
- Compact Housing - Conserves Workspace
USB and Ethernet Cables are NOT included
Remember the Essentials
A USB cable is required but not included with this item. Please be sure to purchase a USB cable that suits your needs.
When your home or office requires a printer that delivers high-quality B&W documents and won't break the bank, then consider the Brother HL-2270DW Compact Monochrome Wireless Laser Printer. The HL-2270DW can handle the workflow from multiple computers on your network. Print from any room via its wireless 802.11b/g connection, or when a more stability is necessary you can use the wired Ethernet interface.
The HL-2270DW boasts print speeds up to 27 pages per minute and maximum resolutions of up to 2400 x 600 dpi, for streamlined printing of your stacks of letters, envelopes, sell sheets, and brochures or other documents without a sacrifice in quality. This laser printer is equipped for automatic two-sided duplex printing which not only cuts down on supply costs by using less paper, but opens up creative possibilities for double-sided documents as well.
The HL-2270DW has a 250-page paper tray that can handle paper up to 8.5 x 14.0"/legal size, plus a manual paper feed slot for printing envelopes, letterhead and heavier media such as coated papers and card stock up to 43 lb bond. It has a maximum monthly duty cycle of 10,000 pages, however 250-2000 pages are recommended for optimal performance.
This compact laser printer features a stylish, space-saving design that conserves valuable workspace and fits virtually anywhere, in almost any home or office decor.
Note! USB and Ethernet Cables are NOT included
- Flexible Networking
- Built-in wireless 802.11b/g and wired Ethernet network interfaces allow you to share this printer with multiple users on your network. Eliminate extra cables and conveniently place your printer with wireless networking.
- Automatic Two-Sided Duplex Printing
- Produce professional-looking two-sided documents, brochures and booklets using the automatic duplex printing feature. This feature can help reduce your paper use and save money.
- Fast Laser Printing
- The HL-2270DW helps improve your productivity with a print speed of up to 27 ppm.
- Convenient Paper Handling.
- The HL-2270DW can meet all of your printing needs via an adjustable, 250-sheet capacity paper tray that easily handles a variety of paper sizes up to 8.5 x 14.0"/legal, and a manual feed slot for printing envelopes and letterhead.
- Stylish, Compact Design
- The HL-2270DW's compact housing is sleek and stylish; its small footprint will conserve workspace and can fit into a variety of room configurations and decors.
- Easy to Set Up and Use
- Users with wireless access points that support Wi-Fi Protected Setup or AOSS can automatically configure their wireless settings by simply pressing a button on their router.
- High-Quality Output
- With a print resolution up to 2400 x 600 dpi, the HL-2270DW produces professional-looking output with crisp text and excellent graphics.
- Toner Save Mode.
- Use less toner and save money by using Toner Save mode for your less critical business documents.
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Printing Technology | Laser |
| CPU | 200 MHz |
| Print Color | Monochrome |
| Maximum Resolution | Up to 2400 x 600 dpi |
| Print Speed | Maximum: 27 ppm |
| First Print Out Speed | <8.5 sec |
| Memory | 32 MB |
| Printer Duty Cycle |
Maximum: 10,000 pages monthly Recommended: 250-2000 pages monthly |
| Ink Palette | Black |
| Ink Cartridge Configuration | 1 x black toner cartridges |
| Replacement Toner/Ink Cartridges |
TN420 standard yield toner (~1200 pages) TN450 high yield toner (~2600 pages) |
| Drum Unit | DR420 drum unit (~12,000 pages) |
| Paper Handling | |
| Paper Capacity |
Input tray: up to 250 sheets Multi-purpose tray: single-sheet manual bypass |
| Paper Types | Plain, bond, envelopes, labels |
| Paper Sizes |
Paper tray: 8.5 x 11.0" (letter, 216 x 279mm) , 8.5 x 14.0" (legal, 216 x 356mm), 7.25 x 10.5" (executive 184 x 267mm), 8.3 x 11.7" (A4, 210 x 297), 5.8 x 8.3" (A5, 147 x 211mm), 4.2 x 5.8" (A6, 107 x 147mm), 6.9 x 9.8" (B5, 176 x 250mm), 4.9 x 6.9" (B6, 125 x 176mm) Manual feed: 8.5 x 11.0" (letter, 216 x 279mm) , 8.5 x 14.0" (legal, 216 x 356mm), 7.25 x 10.5" (executive 184 x 267mm), 8.3 x 11.7" (A4, 210 x 297), 5.8 x 8.3" (A5, 147 x 211mm), 4.2 x 5.8" (A6, 107 x 147mm), 6.9 x 9.8" (B5, 176 x 250mm), 4.9 x 6.9" (B6, 125 x 176mm), envelopes, custom sizes: 3.0-8.5" (76-216mm) (W) x 4.57-14.0" (121-356mm) (L) |
| Maximum Printable Area | 8.5 x 14.0" (legal, 216 x 356mm) |
| Borderless Photo Sizes | N/A |
| Media Thickness |
Paper tray: 28 lb bond (105 gsm) Manual feed: 43 lb bond (160 gsm) |
| Special Media Support | None |
| Connectivity | |
|---|---|
| Interfaces |
Wireless 802.11b/g Wired 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet Hi-Speed USB 2.0 |
| Compatible Memory Cards | N/A |
| Direct Print Capable | N/A |
| Network Capable | Wireless or wired |
| PostScript Support | GDI, PCL6 |
| Fonts | Resident: 49 scalable fonts, 12 bitmap fonts, 13 bar codes |
| General Attributes | |
|---|---|
| Status Display | Yes |
| Image Preview Display | No |
| System Requirements |
PC: Windows 2000: Intel Pentium II or equivalent, 64 MB minimum RAM, 256 MB recommended RAM, 50 MB hard disk space to install, Internet Explorer 6.0 or greater Windows XP Home Edition, Windows XP Professional: Intel Pentium II or equivalent, 128 MB minimum RAM, 265 MB recommended RAM, 50 MB hard disk space to install, Internet Explorer 6.0 or greater Windows XP Professional x64 edition: 64-bit (Intel 64 or AMD64) supported CPU, 256 MB minimum RAM, 512 MB recommended RAM, 50 MB hard disk space to install, Internet Explorer 6.0 or greater Windows Vista: Intel Pentium 4 or equivalent 64-bit (Intel 64 or AMD64) supported CPU, 512 MB minimum RAM, 1 GB recommended RAM, 50 MB hard disk space to install, Internet Explorer 6.0 or greater Windows 7: Intel Pentium 4 or equivalent 64-bit (Intel 64 or AMD64) supported CPU, 1 GB (32-bit), 2 GB (64-bit) minimum RAM, 1 GB (32-bit), 2 GB (64-bit) recommended RAM, 50 MB hard disk space to install, Internet Explorer 6.0 or greater Windows Server 2003: Intel Pentium III or equivalent, 256 MB minimum RAM, 512 MB recommended RAM, 50 MB hard disk space to install, Internet Explorer 6.0 or greater Windows Server 2003 x 64 Edition: 64-bit (Intel 64 or AMD64) supported CPU, 256 MB minimum Ram, 512 MB recommended RAM, 50 MB hard disk space for install, Internet Explorer 6.0 or greater Windows Server 2008: Intel Pentium 4 or equivalent 64-bit (Intel 64 or AMD64) supported CPU, 512 MB minimum RAM, 2 GB recommended RAM, 50 MB hard disk space for install, Internet Explorer 6.0 or greater Mac: Mac OS X 10.4.11, 10.5.x: PowerPC G4/G5 Intel Core Processor, 512 MB minimum RAM, 1 GB recommended RAM, 80 MB hard disk space to install Mac OS X 10.6.x: Intel Core Processor, 1 GB minimum RAM, 2 GB recommended RAM, 80 MB hard disk space to install |
| Network Protocol Support |
IPv4: ARP, RARP, BOOTP, DHCP, APIPA (Auto IP), WINS / NetBIOS name resolution, DNS Resolver, mDNS, LLMNR responder, LPR / LPD, Custom Raw Port / Port 9100, IPP, FTP Server, SNMPv1 / v2c, HTTP Server, TFTP Client and Server, SMTP Client, ICMP, Web Services (Print), LLTD responder, POP, POP before SMTP, SMTP-AUTH IPv6: NDP, RA, DNS Resolver, mDNS, LLMNR responder, LPR / LPD, Custom Raw Port / Port 9100, IPP, FTP server, SNMPv1 / v2c, HTTP Server, TFTP Client and Server, SMTP Client, ICMPv6, LLTD responder, Web Services (Print) |
| IEEE and IETF RFC Standards | WEP 64/128, WPA-PSK (TKIP/AES), WPA2-PSK (AES) |
| Wireless Configuration | AOSS, Wi-Fi Protected Setup (automatic configuration to wireless network settings) |
| Operating Temperature | 50-95.5°F (10-35.3°C) |
| Operating Humidity | 20-80% RH (without condensation) |
| Acoustics |
Machine noise: Ready: 31 dB Printing: 53 dB |
| Power Requirements | 120VAC 50/60 Hz |
| Power Consumption |
Printing: 495.0W Ready: 65.0W Sleep (WLAN on): 2.8W Sleep: 0.9W |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 14.5 x 14.2 x 7.2" (368 x 361 x 183mm) |
| Weight | 15.4 lb (7.0 kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 189 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Fast (151)
- Efficient (124)
- Sharp detail (81)
- Quiet (60)
- Accurate colors (13)
Cons
- Noisy (38)
- Not sharp (3)
Best Uses
- Home (133)
- Office (78)
- Dorm (40)
- High volume printing (36)
- Small office (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Frequent user (126), Infrequent user (36), Heavy duty user (14)
Most Liked Positive Review
Good Printer
We've been using inkjet at home but because we only print occasionally (less than 200 pages/year), the print heads are always clogging. Since we don't print in colors anymore (cheaper to order...Read complete review
We've been using inkjet at home but because we only print occasionally (less than 200 pages/year), the print heads are always clogging. Since we don't print in colors anymore (cheaper to order color photos online), we decided to replace the inkjet with a laser printer when it clogged again - now no more costly inkjet cartridges to buy just to waste on cleaning print heads.
We hope this printer will last as long as our old inkjet, which served us for at least 5 years. We don't need the wireless right now but may in the future so this is just right. We print mostly text and the print quality looks fine for our purpose.
Pro: 250 sheet enclosed paper tray (a big step up from our inkjet); very fast startup time (a few seconds), wireless, auto duplex; easy setup with good and clear instructions; affordable replacement toner (compared to other brands like Samsung, which also has low cost laser printers in the market); quiet when in stand-by mode.
Con: not serious ones - footprint is much bigger than our inkjet, but I guess it's a common size for laser printers. No connection cable provided - we have extra USB and Ethernet cables at home so it's not a problem for us but for others they'll have to go out and buy some. Also the paper handling is very noisy, but there's been no jamming so far.
Laser printers seem to be coming down in price quickly. A few days after I ordered this model another web site has it for ten bucks less. That was okay, I can live with it. Then another day past and I saw the HL2240 (w/o network or duplex features) for half the price of the HL2270DW - even though I had wanted a model that we can expand on, the very cheap price made it very tempting to return this one and get the HL2240 and use the savings to buy a high capacity toner cartridge. But in the end I decided to stick to the HL-2270DW because we like the duplexing and will probably get a laptop soon so the wireless capability will be useful. Hope this will last long enough to justify for the extra cost. The next time we buy a printer hopefully will be a color laser, and the price will be about the same as this one - is it possible?
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Update on my previous review
I have a previous review about this product dated 10Oct11, since you can't update previous review posting, I am posting additional info about my recent experience with this product.
I purchase...Read complete review
I have a previous review about this product dated 10Oct11, since you can't update previous review posting, I am posting additional info about my recent experience with this product.
I purchased my unit last Sep2011. After a few months of use (3months and 1 week) and only about 110 printed pages, all of unit's LED lights began flashing. According to the reference manual, my unit is indicating a service call and that the error is 'Main PCB Failure'. I immediately called up the support center for Brother. After a few minutes of troubleshooting with customer support, we have confirmed that my unit needs a major service. Since my unit is still under warranty, the technician said that Brother will be replacing my defective unit with a new factory refurbished unit and that it will arrive within 2 days. Also, I need to pack the defective unit in the packaging in which the refurbished unit came and send it back to Brother.
This morning, I just received the replacement unit. Setting up the unit was easy. I recommend getting the latest driver/software from Brother's support site since the installation disk is a bit outdated.
Regarding the refurbished unit, I was able to set it up to the wireless network without any problems. After the initial setup, I tried to print some test pages and the unit won't print out the test pages and the settings pages. The error message indicates that there are no paper on tray 1 (T1) eventhough I have several sheets in the tray. After consulting the support site, one of the solutions presented was to clean-up the paper pick-up rollers with a damp cloth. After wiping out the pick-up rollers and several retries, the unit finally printed out the test pages. Kind of frustrating to have to clean up the unit for it to work properly.
I am now down-rating this product as only 3 stars, since my first unit broke down in such a short period. And the fact that the new refurbished unit did not work smoothly out of the box. The reason that I'm not rating this 2 or 1 star is that my customer support experience with them was satisfactory. They replaced my defective unit and it arrived in 2 days just as they promised. Also, I still like the features of this product.
For owners who just recently purchased this, I recommend that you register your unit just to be safe.
One more thing that is bugging me though, according to their support site, there are 2 authorized service centers from my area. So when we troubleshooted my first unit, the Brother technician didn't think twice about getting my unit replaced. I was expecting them to tell me to bring it to a service center. This then brings the question - could this be a known issue? - that certain batches have this kind of defect. I can't seem to find any reported issue similar to mine around the internet.
I hope this helps some current owner and other prospective owners.
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- Efficient
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
printer is a good B/W wireless printer. print quality is very good. it prints both side of page and is quite. does not have a USB cable that is needed for setup so have one ready or order one. connection to wifi is almost plug and play.
Pros
- Efficient
- Fast
- Sharp Detail
Cons
- Fan Runs Too Long
- Flimsy
- Noisy
Best Uses
- Home
- Monochrome Graphics
- Office
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
I use this printer every day for text and monochrome graphics. The duplexing is a great feature, as well as the WiFi setup. The one thing I don't like is that the fan is noisy and runs way-too-long even if I print only one page.
My previous printer was the Brother HL-1440, that one I had printing for over 11 years. Hope the HL-2270DW will give me the same performance and last as long.
- Similar:
- Brother Laser printer HL-1440
Pros
- Fast
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- High-Volume Printing
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
Easy to set up and start printing, Have used one of these same printers for over ten years, with no problems. Stay with what works
Pros
- Efficient
- Fast
- Quiet
- Sharp Detail
Cons
Best Uses
- Dorm
- Home
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
I used color inkjet printers for years, but the cost of the ink was getting out of hand, even though I was buying refilled cartridges. My wife and I realized that we really weren't doing that much color printing, so we started looking at laser printers. Lots of people seemed happy with the Brother HL-2270DW, so I bought one. So far, we're very happy with it. We have a desktop computer to which the printer is directly connected, and also a laptop. Since this printer has Wi-Fi capability, we can print directly from the laptop without having to connect a printer cable to it. This is very handy since the laptop is normally used in a different room from where the printer is located.
I also found out that the Brother toner cartridge can be refilled very economically several times before it has to be replaced, at a much lower cost per page than with inkjet cartridges.
This isn't a heavy-duty commercial printer by any means, and you wouldn't want to use it in a busy office environment, but if you just need an inexpensive printer for light to medium volume, this is a good choice.
Pros
- Efficient
- Fast
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Office
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
I'm a teacher, and need reliable, instant prints from PDF and web-generated documents, two-sided if possible. This machine cranks them out. Though Brother makes great supplies and parts for this printer, 3rd-party toner/drums function flawlessly, saving hundreds every year. I've used it via ethernet and USB, but haven't had much success with wireless capability.I liked it so much, I got another for my home.
Pros
- Accurate Colors
- Efficient
- Fast
- Quiet
- Sharp Detail
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Office
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
It was received in prestine condition and worked with no issues. The packaging was professionally done and protected the product. I would purchase again from this supplier. Oh wait I purchased several things in the past from this company and have not been disappointed. Its important to buy with confidence.
Pros
- Fast
- Good Price
- Reliable
- Sharp Detail
Cons
Best Uses
- High-Volume Printing
- Home
- Office
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
I live in a studio apartment and am an energy efficiency specialist. So, space-savings and the ability to print back-to-back were the main reasons I chose this printer.My prior experience with the HL-2040 was all positive as well (except for when it finally "died"--apparently other people had the same experience of a permanent error message when no paper jam existed--rendering the machine useless after 4 yrs of great service). For the costs savings for a personal laser printer, can't really complain though.Back to the 2270...so far, good. Does what it's supposed to do. The ONLY reason I can't give it 5 stars is that every time I power up and every time it powers to print, all the lights in my apartment flicker. I was tempted to return the item out of fear that I'd cause a power outtage in my 6-unit bldg. Fortunately, so far, no neighbor complaints and no black out. Not a small fear to live with, but don't think it's Brother's fault. But, would suggest they look into the issue for future models.
Pros
- Fast
- Sharp Detail
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Office
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
easy set up connected to two PC and one Mac
Pros
- Economical
- Efficient
- Sharp Detail
Cons
- Noisy
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
Set up might not be as smooth as I expected, because the CD was out of date software, so that I have to download firmware and printer software. It took me about 45min to complete setting up for WIFI. Once it's done, the printer is working great.
Pros
- Efficient
- Fast
- Quiet
- Sharp Detail
Cons
Best Uses
- School Work
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
I have read reviews that people had WIFI connectivity loss problems, after they have turned the printer off. Or problems of the fan running for too long.
I haven't seen any of these.
The provided Disc was too old for OSX Lion, so I went to the Brother website, and downloaded the driver, utilities etc for this printer.
I upgraded the firmware right away.
Printer works quick, and great. I leave it turned off. When I need to print, I just flip the power switch. I send the file to the printer, and maybe in 15 seconds, when the printer finds the network, it prints.
Fan turns on for about 5 seconds when the printer is turned on first, and runs for about 5 seconds after it has printed. I don't have any issues where the fan is loud for 9 minutes after printing. Like I have read in some reviews.
Great printer, slick design, does not take a lot of space. And most of all I love that is WiFi. I wish it was both wifi, and compatible with phones, ipad, etc. Oh well, can't have everything.
Pros
- Efficient
- Fast
- Two-sided Capacity
Cons
- Difficult To Install
- Noisy
Best Uses
- Home
- Office
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
The printer is fine but I had to have someone help me install it that I had to pay almost as much as the printer. I could not understand the installation instructions, tried to get support from Brother via the internet but it was also convoluted. I still do not have it set up as a wireless printer as even the tech-savvy person who was assisting me gave up after almost one hour. The directions were useless.I do like the fact that I can do two sided printing.
Pros
- Price Of Printer
- Quality Of Print
- Size
Cons
- Installation Directions
Best Uses
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
As an elected official, I use the printer in my home office. Works great and not having any trouble. The price and size fit my needs. It is reliable and print quality is great-- the two-sided printing function saves paper!
HIghly recommend.
Pros
- Fast
Cons
- Noisy
Best Uses
- Home
- Office
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
Pluged it in and my Mac found it and started printing. Great product
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
This is by far the cheapest/best (per page) printer that I have ever owned. I have two. The first is the 2170W model. It is just like this one but without duplex. I've had it for two years. The 2270DW I have only had for a few months. I bought this one because I needed the duplex feature.
PROS:
Fast / Great looking docs / holds a lot of paper / toner is CHEAP! (even cheaper if you use non-OEM toner) / reliable
CONS: Noisy during printing
Pros
- Efficient
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Office
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
I use this printer in my office and it does the job.
Pros
- Efficient
- Fast
- Sharp Detail
Cons
Best Uses
- Dorm
- Home
- Office
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
Pros:
Setup is simple. No problem hooking it up to my wireless network. Warm up time is a couple of seconds. Duplex works fine. Envelopes can exit in the back, eliminating any curl. Print quality is excellent, even in Toner Saver mode. A quick google search can reveal ways to get more prints out of your expired toner cartridge.
Cons: Envelopes need to be fed one at a time. Brother shouldn't have to make you jump through hoops to utilize all of the toner in the cartridge.
Pros
- Efficient
- Fast
- Nice Price
- Sharp Detail
Cons
Best Uses
- Dorm
- Home
- Lower-volume Printing
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
For my needs this is a great printer for low volume printing at home. I work on copiers for a living and know how they work so I'm not sure how long this printer would churn out thousands of prints like a digital copier would but for typical home use its tops with me. It has duplexing and is wireless so you can even print from every computer in the house. Also here's a cool tip. If you wanna print from your iPhone or any iOS device, just use software called "Fingerprint 2" by collobos that makes this an airprint printer. I used to have a Kyocera printer but couldn't find any drivers for anything newer than Vista 32bit. Since I have Windows 7 and Macintosh I was out of luck So I was sure glad to find this Brother printer. Brother supports their products much better.
Pros
- Efficient
Cons
Best Uses
- High-Volume Printing
- Home
- Office
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
Great little printer - issues with wifi setup but support is fantastic...walked me through it and no issues since.
Pros
- Efficient
- Fast
- Sharp Detail
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
Should have bought a laser printer a long time ago, I'm finished with inkjet printers. This is a good one. B&H is a great place to buy as well.
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
Excellent product
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 189 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Fast (151)
- Efficient (124)
- Sharp detail (81)
- Quiet (60)
- Accurate colors (13)
Cons
- Noisy (38)
- Not sharp (3)
Best Uses
- Home (133)
- Office (78)
- Dorm (40)
- High volume printing (36)
- Small office (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Frequent user (126), Infrequent user (36), Heavy duty user (14)
Most Liked Positive Review
Good Printer
We've been using inkjet at home but because we only print occasionally (less than 200 pages/year), the print heads are always clogging. Since we don't print in colors anymore (cheaper to order...Read complete review
We've been using inkjet at home but because we only print occasionally (less than 200 pages/year), the print heads are always clogging. Since we don't print in colors anymore (cheaper to order color photos online), we decided to replace the inkjet with a laser printer when it clogged again - now no more costly inkjet cartridges to buy just to waste on cleaning print heads.
We hope this printer will last as long as our old inkjet, which served us for at least 5 years. We don't need the wireless right now but may in the future so this is just right. We print mostly text and the print quality looks fine for our purpose.
Pro: 250 sheet enclosed paper tray (a big step up from our inkjet); very fast startup time (a few seconds), wireless, auto duplex; easy setup with good and clear instructions; affordable replacement toner (compared to other brands like Samsung, which also has low cost laser printers in the market); quiet when in stand-by mode.
Con: not serious ones - footprint is much bigger than our inkjet, but I guess it's a common size for laser printers. No connection cable provided - we have extra USB and Ethernet cables at home so it's not a problem for us but for others they'll have to go out and buy some. Also the paper handling is very noisy, but there's been no jamming so far.
Laser printers seem to be coming down in price quickly. A few days after I ordered this model another web site has it for ten bucks less. That was okay, I can live with it. Then another day past and I saw the HL2240 (w/o network or duplex features) for half the price of the HL2270DW - even though I had wanted a model that we can expand on, the very cheap price made it very tempting to return this one and get the HL2240 and use the savings to buy a high capacity toner cartridge. But in the end I decided to stick to the HL-2270DW because we like the duplexing and will probably get a laptop soon so the wireless capability will be useful. Hope this will last long enough to justify for the extra cost. The next time we buy a printer hopefully will be a color laser, and the price will be about the same as this one - is it possible?
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Update on my previous review
I have a previous review about this product dated 10Oct11, since you can't update previous review posting, I am posting additional info about my recent experience with this product.
I purchase...Read complete review
I have a previous review about this product dated 10Oct11, since you can't update previous review posting, I am posting additional info about my recent experience with this product.
I purchased my unit last Sep2011. After a few months of use (3months and 1 week) and only about 110 printed pages, all of unit's LED lights began flashing. According to the reference manual, my unit is indicating a service call and that the error is 'Main PCB Failure'. I immediately called up the support center for Brother. After a few minutes of troubleshooting with customer support, we have confirmed that my unit needs a major service. Since my unit is still under warranty, the technician said that Brother will be replacing my defective unit with a new factory refurbished unit and that it will arrive within 2 days. Also, I need to pack the defective unit in the packaging in which the refurbished unit came and send it back to Brother.
This morning, I just received the replacement unit. Setting up the unit was easy. I recommend getting the latest driver/software from Brother's support site since the installation disk is a bit outdated.
Regarding the refurbished unit, I was able to set it up to the wireless network without any problems. After the initial setup, I tried to print some test pages and the unit won't print out the test pages and the settings pages. The error message indicates that there are no paper on tray 1 (T1) eventhough I have several sheets in the tray. After consulting the support site, one of the solutions presented was to clean-up the paper pick-up rollers with a damp cloth. After wiping out the pick-up rollers and several retries, the unit finally printed out the test pages. Kind of frustrating to have to clean up the unit for it to work properly.
I am now down-rating this product as only 3 stars, since my first unit broke down in such a short period. And the fact that the new refurbished unit did not work smoothly out of the box. The reason that I'm not rating this 2 or 1 star is that my customer support experience with them was satisfactory. They replaced my defective unit and it arrived in 2 days just as they promised. Also, I still like the features of this product.
For owners who just recently purchased this, I recommend that you register your unit just to be safe.
One more thing that is bugging me though, according to their support site, there are 2 authorized service centers from my area. So when we troubleshooted my first unit, the Brother technician didn't think twice about getting my unit replaced. I was expecting them to tell me to bring it to a service center. This then brings the question - could this be a known issue? - that certain batches have this kind of defect. I can't seem to find any reported issue similar to mine around the internet.
I hope this helps some current owner and other prospective owners.
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Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
printer is a good B/W wireless printer. print quality is very good. it prints both side of page and is quite. does not have a USB cable that is needed for setup so have one ready or order one. connection to wifi is almost plug and play.
Pros
- Efficient
- Fast
- Sharp Detail
Cons
- Fan Runs Too Long
- Flimsy
- Noisy
Best Uses
- Home
- Monochrome Graphics
- Office
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
I use this printer every day for text and monochrome graphics. The duplexing is a great feature, as well as the WiFi setup. The one thing I don't like is that the fan is noisy and runs way-too-long even if I print only one page.
My previous printer was the Brother HL-1440, that one I had printing for over 11 years. Hope the HL-2270DW will give me the same performance and last as long.
- Similar:
- Brother Laser printer HL-1440
Pros
- Fast
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- High-Volume Printing
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
Easy to set up and start printing, Have used one of these same printers for over ten years, with no problems. Stay with what works
Pros
- Efficient
- Fast
- Quiet
- Sharp Detail
Cons
Best Uses
- Dorm
- Home
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
I used color inkjet printers for years, but the cost of the ink was getting out of hand, even though I was buying refilled cartridges. My wife and I realized that we really weren't doing that much color printing, so we started looking at laser printers. Lots of people seemed happy with the Brother HL-2270DW, so I bought one. So far, we're very happy with it. We have a desktop computer to which the printer is directly connected, and also a laptop. Since this printer has Wi-Fi capability, we can print directly from the laptop without having to connect a printer cable to it. This is very handy since the laptop is normally used in a different room from where the printer is located.
I also found out that the Brother toner cartridge can be refilled very economically several times before it has to be replaced, at a much lower cost per page than with inkjet cartridges.
This isn't a heavy-duty commercial printer by any means, and you wouldn't want to use it in a busy office environment, but if you just need an inexpensive printer for light to medium volume, this is a good choice.
Pros
- Efficient
- Fast
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Office
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
I'm a teacher, and need reliable, instant prints from PDF and web-generated documents, two-sided if possible. This machine cranks them out. Though Brother makes great supplies and parts for this printer, 3rd-party toner/drums function flawlessly, saving hundreds every year. I've used it via ethernet and USB, but haven't had much success with wireless capability.I liked it so much, I got another for my home.
Pros
- Accurate Colors
- Efficient
- Fast
- Quiet
- Sharp Detail
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Office
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
It was received in prestine condition and worked with no issues. The packaging was professionally done and protected the product. I would purchase again from this supplier. Oh wait I purchased several things in the past from this company and have not been disappointed. Its important to buy with confidence.
Pros
- Fast
- Good Price
- Reliable
- Sharp Detail
Cons
Best Uses
- High-Volume Printing
- Home
- Office
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
I live in a studio apartment and am an energy efficiency specialist. So, space-savings and the ability to print back-to-back were the main reasons I chose this printer.My prior experience with the HL-2040 was all positive as well (except for when it finally "died"--apparently other people had the same experience of a permanent error message when no paper jam existed--rendering the machine useless after 4 yrs of great service). For the costs savings for a personal laser printer, can't really complain though.Back to the 2270...so far, good. Does what it's supposed to do. The ONLY reason I can't give it 5 stars is that every time I power up and every time it powers to print, all the lights in my apartment flicker. I was tempted to return the item out of fear that I'd cause a power outtage in my 6-unit bldg. Fortunately, so far, no neighbor complaints and no black out. Not a small fear to live with, but don't think it's Brother's fault. But, would suggest they look into the issue for future models.
Pros
- Fast
- Sharp Detail
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Office
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
easy set up connected to two PC and one Mac
Pros
- Economical
- Efficient
- Sharp Detail
Cons
- Noisy
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
Set up might not be as smooth as I expected, because the CD was out of date software, so that I have to download firmware and printer software. It took me about 45min to complete setting up for WIFI. Once it's done, the printer is working great.
Pros
- Efficient
- Fast
- Quiet
- Sharp Detail
Cons
Best Uses
- School Work
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
I have read reviews that people had WIFI connectivity loss problems, after they have turned the printer off. Or problems of the fan running for too long.
I haven't seen any of these.
The provided Disc was too old for OSX Lion, so I went to the Brother website, and downloaded the driver, utilities etc for this printer.
I upgraded the firmware right away.
Printer works quick, and great. I leave it turned off. When I need to print, I just flip the power switch. I send the file to the printer, and maybe in 15 seconds, when the printer finds the network, it prints.
Fan turns on for about 5 seconds when the printer is turned on first, and runs for about 5 seconds after it has printed. I don't have any issues where the fan is loud for 9 minutes after printing. Like I have read in some reviews.
Great printer, slick design, does not take a lot of space. And most of all I love that is WiFi. I wish it was both wifi, and compatible with phones, ipad, etc. Oh well, can't have everything.
Pros
- Efficient
- Fast
- Two-sided Capacity
Cons
- Difficult To Install
- Noisy
Best Uses
- Home
- Office
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
The printer is fine but I had to have someone help me install it that I had to pay almost as much as the printer. I could not understand the installation instructions, tried to get support from Brother via the internet but it was also convoluted. I still do not have it set up as a wireless printer as even the tech-savvy person who was assisting me gave up after almost one hour. The directions were useless.I do like the fact that I can do two sided printing.
Pros
- Price Of Printer
- Quality Of Print
- Size
Cons
- Installation Directions
Best Uses
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
As an elected official, I use the printer in my home office. Works great and not having any trouble. The price and size fit my needs. It is reliable and print quality is great-- the two-sided printing function saves paper!
HIghly recommend.
Pros
- Fast
Cons
- Noisy
Best Uses
- Home
- Office
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
Pluged it in and my Mac found it and started printing. Great product
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Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
This is by far the cheapest/best (per page) printer that I have ever owned. I have two. The first is the 2170W model. It is just like this one but without duplex. I've had it for two years. The 2270DW I have only had for a few months. I bought this one because I needed the duplex feature.
PROS:
Fast / Great looking docs / holds a lot of paper / toner is CHEAP! (even cheaper if you use non-OEM toner) / reliable
CONS: Noisy during printing
Pros
- Efficient
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Office
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
I use this printer in my office and it does the job.
Pros
- Efficient
- Fast
- Sharp Detail
Cons
Best Uses
- Dorm
- Home
- Office
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
Pros:
Setup is simple. No problem hooking it up to my wireless network. Warm up time is a couple of seconds. Duplex works fine. Envelopes can exit in the back, eliminating any curl. Print quality is excellent, even in Toner Saver mode. A quick google search can reveal ways to get more prints out of your expired toner cartridge.
Cons: Envelopes need to be fed one at a time. Brother shouldn't have to make you jump through hoops to utilize all of the toner in the cartridge.
Pros
- Efficient
- Fast
- Nice Price
- Sharp Detail
Cons
Best Uses
- Dorm
- Home
- Lower-volume Printing
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
For my needs this is a great printer for low volume printing at home. I work on copiers for a living and know how they work so I'm not sure how long this printer would churn out thousands of prints like a digital copier would but for typical home use its tops with me. It has duplexing and is wireless so you can even print from every computer in the house. Also here's a cool tip. If you wanna print from your iPhone or any iOS device, just use software called "Fingerprint 2" by collobos that makes this an airprint printer. I used to have a Kyocera printer but couldn't find any drivers for anything newer than Vista 32bit. Since I have Windows 7 and Macintosh I was out of luck So I was sure glad to find this Brother printer. Brother supports their products much better.
Pros
- Efficient
Cons
Best Uses
- High-Volume Printing
- Home
- Office
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
Great little printer - issues with wifi setup but support is fantastic...walked me through it and no issues since.
Pros
- Efficient
- Fast
- Sharp Detail
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
Should have bought a laser printer a long time ago, I'm finished with inkjet printers. This is a good one. B&H is a great place to buy as well.
Comments about Brother HL-2270DW Compact B/W Laser Printer with Wireless Networking & Duplex:
Excellent product
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