Brother MFC-9840CDW Color Laser Multi-Function Center with Wireless/Duplex
The Brother MFC-9840CDW All-In-One Wireless Printer with Automatic Duplexing delivers beautiful color and razor-sharp monochrome output. It features fast print and copy speeds, flatbed copying and scanning, and an up to 35-page auto-document feeder for multi-page documents.
The MFC-9840CDW includes a built-in wireless 802.11b/g interface, in addition to its built-in Ethernet network and Hi-Speed USB 2.0 interface, enabling direct printing of PDF and JPEG files from - or scan files to - a USB flash memory drive (not included), without being connected to a computer. The USB interface also facilitates printing directly from PictBridge-enabled cameras.
Along with a 5-line LCD display, the MFC-9840CDW also provides a large, legal-size (8.5 x 14") flatbed document glass for copying and scanning. It also has a large-capacity auto document feeder that holds up to 50 pages.
- Print, Scan, Copy, Fax
- This unit performs multiple equipment functions in a single machine: laser printer, scanner, copier, and fax.
- Fast, High Quality Printing
- This printer delivers an impressive color and monochrome print speed of up to 21 pages per minute, and copy speeds of up to 17 copies per minute. Produce brilliant, colorful presentations, brochures and documents that will give you a competitive edge.
- Expandable Paper Capacity
- This unit has a 250-sheet capacity paper tray adjustable for letter or legal paper and a 50-sheet multi-purpose tray for envelopes, labels, letterhead or cardstock. With an optional 500-sheet letter/legal paper tray the device can increase total paper capacity to 800 sheets.
- Legal-Size Document Glass
- Ample room for placing larger documents, books, magazines and other materials on the document glass for scanning or copying.
- High Quality Color Scanning
- Use the legal size document glass to scan a single page or the 50-page capacity auto document feeder to scan multiple pages at a time (up to legal size).
- Wired and Wireless Network Connectivity
- It can be connected to a wireless or Ethernet network for shared workgroup use. Print, scan or send faxes wirelessly as well as the ability to install the MFC on a wired network or connect locally to a single computer via USB.
- Duplex Printing
- Save paper and reduce costs by printing two-sided documents and booklets. Plus, two-sided scanning using the auto document feeder for copying, scanning and faxing.
- Auto Document Feeder
- Its auto document feeder accommodates 50 pages to facilitate your work.
- Walk-up Access to LDAP Network
- Save time and reduce errors with instant direct access through your network connected MFC-9840CDW to a virtually infinite number of E-mail and fax addresses stored in your LDAP network address books. Simply use the 5-line LCD display on the MFC-9840CDW control panel to locate, view, and select the contacts stored in LDAP network address books.
- Scan-to-FTP-Server Features
- Scan documents and images and post them to FTP sites directly through a network-connected device. Posting files to FTP sites for easy retrieval and download by permitted users. Multiple FTP server profiles can store specific sites and folder locations, access codes, and scanning preferences for your frequently used FTP locations, cutting time spent and potential errors.
- High Speed Faxing
- Send and receive faxes quickly in b&w or color using its high-speed 33.6K bps fax modem.
- Scan to Other Fax-Server Applications
- If you employ a leading network-based fax-server application in your enterprise, the MFC-9840CDW can be set up as a document scanning device to work with it. Transmission of your faxes will then take place through your preferred network-based fax-server application, rather than through its built-in fax modem.
- Easily Accessible USB Direct Interface
- Conveniently print PDF or JPEG files from or scan PDF or JPEG files to a USB flash memory drive. You can also print directly from a PictBridge compatible digital camera.
- High Capacity Replacement Toner Cartridges
- Lower your cost per page and copy, since you won't have to replace toner cartridges as often.
- Secure Function Lock
- To select features, especially if you are handling confidential records and data, or to restrict access to printing to keep your operating costs down. So The MFC-9840CDW provides the ability for your administrator to set various levels of password-protected access to certain features, for each of up to 25 different users per machine.
| Printer | |
|---|---|
| Printing Technology | Electrophotographic (single pass laser) |
| Maximum Resolution | Up to 2400 x 600 dpi |
| Minimum Ink Droplet Size | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Ink Type | Toner Ink |
| Ink Palette | CMYK |
| Ink Cartridge Configuration |
1 x Black Toner Cartridge 3 x Color Toner Cartridges (C, M, Y) |
| Print Speed | Up to 21ppm color and monochrome |
| Input Buffer | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Printer Duty Cycle | 35,000 printed pages Recommended: 500 to 3000 pages |
| Print Archival Life | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Scanner | |
|---|---|
| Image Sensor | CIS |
| Optical Resolution | 1200 x 2400dpi |
| Interpolated Resolution | 19,200 x 19,200dpi |
| Color Depth | 48-bit |
| Dynamic Range | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Light Source | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Reflective Scan Area | Legal |
| Transparency Scan Area | N/A |
| Fax | |
|---|---|
| Modem Speed | 33.6K bps Super G3 |
| Transmission Speed | Approx. 2 sec. (per page) |
| Transmission/Reception Memory |
128MB (stores up to 500 pages)Standard Max: 640MB |
| Fax Resolution | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Dialing Options |
Broadcasting: Up to 390 locations Quick Scan: Approx. 2 sec/page Fax Forwarding: Yes, One Touch 40, Speed Dials: 300 Fax Compatibility: ITU-T Group 3 |
| Copier | |
|---|---|
| Copy Speed | Up to 17cpm color and monochrome |
| Copy Resolution | 1200 x 600dpi |
| Reduction/Enlargement | 25 - 400% in 1% increments |
| Copy Features | Multi-copying: Up to 99, Document Glass Size: Legal |
| Paper Handling | |
|---|---|
| Maximum Paper Width | 8.5" |
| Maximum Printable Area | 8.5 x 16" |
| Paper Sizes |
Paper Tray: Letter, Legal, Executive, A4, A5, B5, B6, A6 and Folio Multi-Purpose Tray: Letter, Legal, Executive, A4, A5, B5, B6, A6, Envelopes, Custom Sizes (2.75 - 8.5" (W), 4.57 - 16" (L)) |
| Borderless Photo Sizes | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Paper Types | Plain, Bond, Envelopes, Labels, Transparencies |
| Maximum Paper Thickness |
Paper Tray: 16-28 lb Multi-Purpose Tray: 16-43 lb |
| Paper Capacity |
300-sheets via 250-sheet paper tray and 50-sheet multipurpose tray Optional: Up to 800-sheet total capacity via 500-sheet paper tray Output Tray Capacity: 150 sheets Automatic Document Feeder: 50 pages |
| Special Media Support | N/A |
| Connectivity | |
|---|---|
| Computer Interface | Built-in Network Interface: Ethernet and 802.11b/g |
| Compatible Memory Cards | N/A |
| Direct Print Capable |
Print & Scan from / to USB Flash Memory Drive: Yes PictBridge Support: Yes |
| Network Capable |
Network Comptibility: TCP/IP, Apple's Simple Network Configuration Network Functionality: Print, Scan, PC Fax and I-Fax File Formats: PDF Ver 1.6, JPEG |
| PostScript Support | Print & Scan from / to USB Flash Memory Drive |
| System & Software Requirements |
Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional: Min. Processor: Intel Pentium or AMD Equivalent, Recommended Ram: 256MB, Required Hard Disk Space 480MB Windows Vista: Min. Processor: Intel Pentium 4, 64-bit CPU or AMD Equivalent, Recommended Ram: 1GB, Required Hard Disk Space 1GB Windows Server 2003: Min Processor: Intel Pentium III or AMD Equivalent, Recommended Ram 512MB, Required Hard Disk Space: 50MB Windows XP Professional x64: Min Processor: AMD Opteron, AMD Athlon 64,Intel Xeon with Intel EM64T,Intel Pentium 4 with Intel EM64T or equivalent, Recommended Ram: 512MB, Required Hard Disk Space: 460MB Windows Server 2003 x64: Min. Processor:Min Processor: AMD Opteron, AMD Athlon 64,Intel Xeon with Intel EM64T,Intel Pentium 4 with Intel EM64T or equivalent, Recommended Ram: 512MB, Required Hard Disk Space: 50MB Mac OS X 10.2.4 or greater: Min. Processor: PowerPC G4/G5, Intel Core Solo/Duo, PowerPC G3 350MHz, Recommended Ram: 160MB, Required Hard Disk Space: 480MB Intel Pentium or AMD equivalent 256 MB 460 MB |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Status Display | 5 line, 22 character LCD |
| Image Preview Display | N/A |
| Front Panel Controls | Yes |
| Power Requirements | 120VAC 50/60Hz |
| Power Consumption |
Sleep: 38W Ready: 100W Copying: 515W ENERGY STAR Qualified |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 20.9 x 21 x 20.5" (530.86 x 533.4 x 520.7mm) |
| Weight | 83.2 lb (37.73 kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 17 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (15)
- Great print quality (13)
- Fast operation (11)
- Easy to setup (10)
- Reliable (8)
Cons
- Large footprint (3)
Best Uses
- Professional documents (12)
- Graphics & charts (7)
- Workgroups (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Frequent user (11), Heavy duty user (4)
- Primary use:
- Business (12), Personal (5)
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Pros
- Easy To Setup
- Easy To Use
- Fast Operation
- Great Print Quality
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Graphics & Charts
- Professional Documents
Comments about Brother MFC-9840CDW Color Laser Multi-Function Center with Wireless/Duplex:
easy to set up and great copies. fax works well as does the scan feature.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Setup
- Easy To Use
- Fast Operation
- Great Print Quality
- Quiet operation
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional Documents
Comments about Brother MFC-9840CDW Color Laser Multi-Function Center with Wireless/Duplex:
Being a teacher, I often get ideas in the middle of a lesson about how I might enhance that lesson or develop a quick assessment to judge the effectiveness of the lesson. Previously, I would have to use my rather slow inkjet which would frequently require ink cartridge replacement. Now that the parents of one of my students gave me a gift of $500 with which I bought this color Laser Multi-Function machine, I can run many class sets of whatever I want and I don't have to worry so much about running out of ink or toner. The 9840 is quick and QUIET! The only slight irritation is the time it takes for the scanning lamp to warm up. Otherwise, I'm happy to have purchased this for less than $500 every time I think of my first B&W laser printer at about $1000!
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Great Print Quality
Cons
- Crushes Envelopes
Best Uses
- Graphics & Charts
- Professional Documents
- Small Business
Comments about Brother MFC-9840CDW Color Laser Multi-Function Center with Wireless/Duplex:
I am loving this printer which I am using in a small, but busy, law firm.
The ease of setting it up was amazing and it has done exactly what I need since it was installed.
The problem this printer has, which all similar Brother products seem to have, is printing envelopes. It crushes and mangles them.
Thankfully, I use labels for mailing, most of the time. For those times I need to printe envelopes, I have a small laser printer which works just fine.
Highly recommend this printer/scanner/fax machine.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Great Print Quality
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Brother MFC-9840CDW Color Laser Multi-Function Center with Wireless/Duplex:
The setup needs some clearer instructions and I'm a person who would rather have a full manual than a manual on CD. Other than that, I'm satisfied with its performance and would recommend it to others.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Great Print Quality
- Reliable
Cons
- Slow Operation
Best Uses
- Professional Documents
- Workgroups
Comments about Brother MFC-9840CDW Color Laser Multi-Function Center with Wireless/Duplex:
This is exactly what I was looking for. I have a small, 2-person office, and love the convenience of an all-in-one. Have been using the MFC-8460N for years and was always pleased with it, so when I decided to upgrade to a color laser machine the 9840CDW was the first one I looked at. Only drawback is that this machine prints considerable slower than the 8460N, even in black and white.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Fast Operation
- Great Print Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Graphics & Charts
- Professional Documents
Comments about Brother MFC-9840CDW Color Laser Multi-Function Center with Wireless/Duplex:
The machine was easy to connect and get up and running
I am happy with it's performance
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Fast Operation
- Great Print Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Graphics & Charts
- Professional Documents
Comments about Brother MFC-9840CDW Color Laser Multi-Function Center with Wireless/Duplex:
I've only had the printer for a week, but so far it's great. It does everything it's advertised to do smoothly and with excellent print quality. My wife's an elementary school teacher so our frequency of use and print volumes are high. Duplex is already saving us a ton on paper and wireless is worth every penny. Wireless set up was fairly straightforward. Just make sure you disable any firewalls on your computer before you start the install. We've had Brother before and the long-term reliability has been good, though some of the plastic parts are flimsy (the document feeder tray in particular). Only real negative is the toner cost. Buying a full set of high capacity OEM cartridges costs as much as a new machine. Ridiculous! If you have high print volumes, plan on spending time looking for high quality "refurbished" cartridges or refill kits.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Fast Operation
- Great Print Quality
- Reliable
- Tons of Options
Cons
- Read the setup manual
Best Uses
- Professional Documents
- Workgroups
Comments about Brother MFC-9840CDW Color Laser Multi-Function Center with Wireless/Duplex:
Small to meduim size office use--excellent. Super reliable, and you get way more pages per ink cartridge than the HP comparable (1200 for this size Brother, comparable HP gives you only 700!). B&H has the best price I could find and I spent 2 weeks looking. [...]an outstanding price! Does Great color prints. The only compliant might be that it takes a good 30-40 seconds to come out of sleep mode before printing a job.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
Cons
- Large Footprint
Best Uses
- Professional Documents
Comments about Brother MFC-9840CDW Color Laser Multi-Function Center with Wireless/Duplex:
So far, I am really satisfied with this printer. I like the duplex feature.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Fast Operation
Cons
- Large Footprint
Best Uses
Comments about Brother MFC-9840CDW Color Laser Multi-Function Center with Wireless/Duplex:
I have only had it up and running for two weeks, but it has been great so far. Set up was a snap, includding the wireless functions.
Only con so far is that it is very big and very heavy. Be sure you have adequate space for this thing.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Fast Operation
Cons
- Large Footprint
Best Uses
- Home Office
Comments about Brother MFC-9840CDW Color Laser Multi-Function Center with Wireless/Duplex:
Used in home office. Fairly fast printing, color is fine for quick prints but quality is not photo - quality, although most lasers are a little rough here. Overall a nice all in one. The setup is a little complicated and the directions leave a bit to be desired but the quality of the product appears to be great.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Operation
- Good value
- Great Print Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Graphics & Charts
- Home Office
- Professional Documents
Comments about Brother MFC-9840CDW Color Laser Multi-Function Center with Wireless/Duplex:
After hours of research I finally pulled the trigger on the MFC-9840, and after having it a couple weeks I'm glad I did. Our home supports my graphic design consultancy plus a second home office for my wife, so the bundle of features was very appealing to us -- especially running it all over the existing wireless network. The size and footprint is about what I expected and I have ours sitting on a small cabinet in my office. It warms up quickly and is extremely quiet. Printing from Mac or Windows is no problem and I was knocked out at being able use the scanner and send the image over the wireless to my computer. The thing *is* heavy so take care unpacking it, but Brother did a good job making set up as easy as possible. They're the only company around that offers this combination of features for the price and I think they've got a real winner on their hands.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Great Print Quality
Cons
- Noisy
Best Uses
- Graphics & Charts
- Professional Documents
Comments about Brother MFC-9840CDW Color Laser Multi-Function Center with Wireless/Duplex:
This printer had every feature my organization was looking for. The wireless was extremely easy to set up, and in less than an hour we were ready to print. Quality of printing was excellent, colors very realistic.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Fast Operation
- Great Print Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Retail office
Comments about Brother MFC-9840CDW Color Laser Multi-Function Center with Wireless/Duplex:
Fast, great clarity. Oddly sometimes the cyan is a little strong but I am not sure if it is a printer issue, toner issue or a software issue. Makes my logo much more vibrant so not a problem. ;0)
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Fast Operation
- Great Print Quality
- Reliable
Cons
- Hard Setup
Best Uses
- Dorm Room
- Graphics & Charts
- Professional Documents
- Workgroups
Comments about Brother MFC-9840CDW Color Laser Multi-Function Center with Wireless/Duplex:
This printer is very flexible and easy to use once it is properly setup. Wireless setup is challenging, [...] Printing and scanning are fast and clear. I have this printer for personal use, so the only con I can think of is its weight.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Hard Setup
Best Uses
- Workgroups
Comments about Brother MFC-9840CDW Color Laser Multi-Function Center with Wireless/Duplex:
After the drum is gone just buy new machine and keep the old one for parts. The printer is usually good for about two to three years. I think the whole marketing scheme is in the sale of the toners and the drum. You can also get some extra life out of the toners by resetting the toner counter.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Fast Operation
- Great Print Quality
- Reliable
Cons
- Noisy
Best Uses
- Professional Documents
- Workgroups
Comments about Brother MFC-9840CDW Color Laser Multi-Function Center with Wireless/Duplex:
This machine is in my home office- Great for scanning documents. Color products are good. Easy to install especially for someone who is not tech savy- I just followed the instructions and bingo- was able to do it. i love it!
- Primary use:
- Business
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- Quick Setup Guide (PDF 7mb)
- Software Users Manual (PDF 8.4mb)
- Users Manual (PDF 21.9mb)
Cables & Adapters
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- Price: $5.39
Ink Cartridges
- Price: $88.49
Drum Cartridges
- Price: $135.35
Papers
- Price: $4.99
Automatic Printer Switch
- Price: $16.95
Trays
- Price: $174.95
Surge Protectors
- Price: $28.62
Care & Cleaning
- Price: $10.93
What's in the Box
- Black Toner Cartridge
- 3 x Color (C/M/Y) Toner Cartridges
- DR110CL Drum (Installed, 17,000 pages)
- Scanning Software
- One-Year On-Site Limited Warranty
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