Brother HL-2170W Laser Printer with Wireless and Wired Networking
The HL-2170W Laser Printer with Wireless and Wired Networking from Brother is a monochrome laser printer that is ideal for printer sharing. It can be connected to a network wirelessly via the 802.11b/g standard or by using an Ethernet cable. It is capable of producing up to 23 pages per minute and includes 32MB of memory to enable faster print jobs. This unit offers a print resolution of up to 2400 x 600 dpi and a monthly duty cycle of 10,000 pages. Its paper tray holds 250 sheets and its small footprint helps conserve valuable office workspace.
- Print Capacity
- This monochrome printer can produce up to 23 pages per minute.
- Network Ready
- This unit can be used for shared printing using either a wireless connection or standard Ethernet connectivity.
- Duty Cycle
- It features a monthly duty cycle of 10,000 pages.
- Small Footprint
- The printer's small size helps save valuable workspace.
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Printing Technology | Laser |
| Print Color | Monochrome |
| Maximum Resolution | HQ1200 / up to 2400 x 600 dpi |
| Print Speed | 23 ppm |
| Memory | 32 MB |
| Printer Duty Cycle | 10,000 pages |
| Paper Handling | |
|---|---|
| Paper Capacity | 250-sheet multipurpose tray |
| Paper Types | Plain, bond, envelopes, labels, transparencies |
| Paper Sizes |
Paper tray: Letter 8.5 x 11" (216 x 279mm) Legal 8.5 x 14" (216 x 356mm) Executive A4, A5, A6, B5, B6 Multipurpose tray: Letter 8.5 x 11" (216 x 279mm) Legal 8.5 x 14" (216 x 356mm) Executive, A4, A5, A6, B5, B6 Envelopes Custom Sizes: 3.0-8.5" (76-216mm) x 4.57 to 14" (117-356mm) |
| Maximum Printable Area | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Borderless Photo Sizes | Not applicable |
| Maximum Paper Thickness |
Paper tray: 16 to 28 lb (bond) Multipurpose tray: 16 to 43 lb (bond) |
| Special Media Support | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Connectivity | |
|---|---|
| Interface | Wireless 802.11b/g, 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet, USB |
| Compatible Memory Cards | None |
| Direct Print Capable | No |
| Network Capable | Yes |
| PostScript Support | PCL6 |
| General Attributes | |
|---|---|
| Image Preview Display | None |
| System Requirements |
Windows 7 Windows 7 x64 Windows Vista Windows Vista x64 Windows XP Home/Professional Windows Professional x64 Windows 2000 Windows Server 2008 Windows Server 2008 x64 Windows Server 2003 Windows Server 2004 x64 Mac OS X 10.2.4 - 10.6 Linux (Mandrake, Red Hat, SuSE Linux, Debian) 1 Please Note:Linux drivers require internet download: http://solutions.brother.com, or a link on the supplied CD-ROM. close |
| Power Requirements | 120VAC, 50/60Hz |
| Power Consumption | 5W/80W/460W (power/standby/peak) |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) |
6.7 x 14.5 x 14.2" (170 x 368 x (unit dimensions) 14.2 x 18.7 x 17.9" (carton dimensions) |
| Weight |
15 lbs (unit weight) 18.5 lbs (carton weight) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 51 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
92%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Compact (39)
- Easy to use (38)
- Fast print time (35)
- Easy to setup (32)
- Reliable (21)
Cons
- Hard setup (11)
- Flimsy construction (3)
Best Uses
- Everyday documents (39)
- Professional documents (13)
- Graphics & charts (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Frequent user (33), Infrequent user (12), Heavy duty user (4)
- Primary use:
- Personal (35), Business (12)
Most Liked Positive Review
High-Quality Laser & Affordable Price
This is your nuts and bolts monochrome laser with the added bonus of being wireless.
The default driver software is set to have the unit go in sleep mode automatically. Go ahead ...Read complete review
This is your nuts and bolts monochrome laser with the added bonus of being wireless.
The default driver software is set to have the unit go in sleep mode automatically. Go ahead and change that to the 90 minute option before it goes to sleep if you intend to print wireless through your home.
Great value. The toner ($30 to $40) is very affordable and prints up to 1,000 sheets before having to be changed. Brother makes great and affordable laser prints.
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Most Liked Negative Review
cannot setup wireless printing
The printer doesn't come with a USB cord. Although wireless and ethernet connections are supported with both window and Mac interface, it says on the users manual that wired connection is recommended in the ...Read complete review
The printer doesn't come with a USB cord. Although wireless and ethernet connections are supported with both window and Mac interface, it says on the users manual that wired connection is recommended in the initial setup. I was fortunate to find an old USB cord (with one end not a standard USB port that coincidentally fits the printer's USB portal) or otherwise I could never get the setup done.
After I got the USB mode of printing installed, I followed the instruction to set up wireless mode of printing. I reached the point where my Wi-Fi network was detected on the installation screen. Everything was done exactly according to the installation instructions. Then I reboot my laptop (again, as the manual suggested) but the printer was not connected through Wi-Fi. I repeated the above steps many times. I even made sure the Wi-Fi reception point in the printer (a tiny little contact point next to the USB portal) was switched on. After numerous unsuccessful trials, I gave in and now I can only use it through USB connection.
I've read reviews about the successful Wi-Fi set up on PC. So I don't know if the problem is with my Mac OS or with the procedures. Other than that, the printer is of good quality.
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Print Time
- Low toner consumption
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Brother HL-2170W Laser Printer with Wireless and Wired Networking:
my wife prints coupons like its going out of style! have had this for a week and its already has paid for itself with the cost of injet ink.
love it.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Fast Print Time
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday documents
Comments about Brother HL-2170W Laser Printer with Wireless and Wired Networking:
I bought this to replace my HP p1006.
Worked perfectly out of the box
I did not need to download any drivers.
I use it in my network connected to my Airport Express.
We print wired and wireless.
Quick warm ups and print jobs.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Compact Design
- Durable construction
- Easy To Use
- Fast Print Time
- Reliable
Cons
- Hard Setup
Best Uses
- Everyday documents
Comments about Brother HL-2170W Laser Printer with Wireless and Wired Networking:
Great printer.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday documents
Comments about Brother HL-2170W Laser Printer with Wireless and Wired Networking:
Haven't had it long but the wireless hookup is easy with the right wireless router. Print jobs look good
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy to setup
- good price
Cons
- Noisy
- No standby power mode
Best Uses
- Everyday documents
- Home printer
Comments about Brother HL-2170W Laser Printer with Wireless and Wired Networking:
I'm using this the HL-21070W as a replacement for a HP multifunction inkjet printer (which will be the last HP printer I ever own given the all of the problems and high cost of the ink cartridges). I'm using it as a network printer for a number of computers in our house and The HL-2170 was easy to setup on my wirless network and was up an running in 10 minutes. I like the compact footprint although the printer is noiser than expected and print quality is good, it isn't quite as high quality as other black and white laser printers I've owned. There doesn't seem to be a power saving mode so I have to turn it on and off when I want to use it rather than letting it run all of the time.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Print Time
- Reliable
Cons
- Flimsy Construction
- Hard Setup
- No duplexor
Best Uses
- Everyday documents
- Professional Documents
Comments about Brother HL-2170W Laser Printer with Wireless and Wired Networking:
Setup was somewhat complicated and required deviating a little from instructions on the setup card. My approach was to attach the machine to the wired network, use the network assistant to find it, and install the driver. Once configured I removed the machine from the wired network and it worked fine.
You get what you pay for. The construction is a little shoddy but it has yet to fall apart on me (I've printed 30 pages or so total). Other than a slight smell there are no other problems to report and the wireless seems to have a mid to above average range as wireless devices go.
- Primary use:
- Business
Comments about Brother HL-2170W Laser Printer with Wireless and Wired Networking:
good and cheap ,reliable.
difficult to set up for wireless purpose
Pros
- Compact Design
- Durable construction
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Fast Print Time
- Low toner consumption
- Reliable
- Sharp detail
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Everyday documents
- Professional Documents
Comments about Brother HL-2170W Laser Printer with Wireless and Wired Networking:
We have about 20 of the Brother HL-2070N printers in our office and when I went to buy another recently, I was a bit disappointed that it was discontinued. We all know that "upgrades" in the computer world don't always mean "better", but as usual, Brother did not disappoint. Speedy, clear and quiet, the 2170W fits right along side it's older sibling. Almost the same small footprint too.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Compact Design
- Durable construction
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Fast Print Time
- Low toner consumption
- Reliable
- Sharp detail
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday documents
- Professional Documents
Comments about Brother HL-2170W Laser Printer with Wireless and Wired Networking:
Inexpensive, reliable, high quality. An excellent addition to a home office!
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Fast Print Time
- Sharp detail
Cons
- Flimsy Construction
Best Uses
- Everyday documents
- Graphics & Charts
- Professional Documents
Comments about Brother HL-2170W Laser Printer with Wireless and Wired Networking:
I am a student and printing needs are not a lot....some assignments and notes. I have the wireless one and its absolutely easy to setup. I have 3 computers that print using this printer wirelessly. My only problem is that its feels a bit flimsy...but apart from that no issues
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Compact Design
- Fast Print Time
Cons
- Hard Setup
Best Uses
- Everyday documents
Comments about Brother HL-2170W Laser Printer with Wireless and Wired Networking:
Setting up printer with direct connect was very easy. Setting up the wireless printer was more difficult, but I may be part of the issue with my lack of knowledge about my wireless router. With a little assistance, I'm sure that I will be able to make full use of this printer with my desktop and laptop units.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Compact Design
- Durable construction
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Fast Print Time
- Wireless
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday documents
- Professional Documents
Comments about Brother HL-2170W Laser Printer with Wireless and Wired Networking:
Fast laser workgroup printer. Inexpensive toner, easy setup.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy Setup
- Low toner consumption
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday documents
Comments about Brother HL-2170W Laser Printer with Wireless and Wired Networking:
Bought it for my son who was going to college. Compact enough for small desk/small dorm room. B/W is cost-effective. laser, not inkject. He can use a highlighter! Perfect servcie from B&H.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Low toner consumption
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday documents
Comments about Brother HL-2170W Laser Printer with Wireless and Wired Networking:
This printer works great! Pretty small for a laser printer and gets a lot of pages per cartridge. This purchase was a repeat order of the same printer for my home. I have been using one at my office for about a year now. I still haven't been able to setup the wireless printing yet but I'm sure I will get it figured out once I sit down and work on it a little longer.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Compact Design
Cons
- Noisy
Best Uses
- College papers
Comments about Brother HL-2170W Laser Printer with Wireless and Wired Networking:
Hooked up wireless in dorm for 2 different computers IBM/MAC. Took about 15 minutes to add printer to both computers. Must activated wireless mode. Used Brother website FAQ for instructions for ad-hoc setup. Print quality good.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Compact Design
Cons
- Hard Setup
Best Uses
- door stop
- Paperweight
Comments about Brother HL-2170W Laser Printer with Wireless and Wired Networking:
This might be a great printer at an excellent price, but I have yet to be able to use it. The CD disks that come with the printer contain no drivers for Windows XP. I am still trying to find and install the correct driver.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Fast Print Time
- Sharp detail
Cons
Best Uses
- CAD Drawings 8x11 only
- Everyday documents
- Graphics & Charts
- Professional Documents
Comments about Brother HL-2170W Laser Printer with Wireless and Wired Networking:
Does what it advertises. Fairly easy set up. Had some trouble finding the printer on Windows 7 but the XP found it pretty easy. I have a cheap router which was the issue. Had to reset router to make sure no addresses were being shared. Prints very fast and very crisp sharp black and white. I use it for complex engineering drawings and reviewing and this works very well for my needs.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
Cons
- Flimsy Construction
- Hard Setup
- Unreliable
Best Uses
Comments about Brother HL-2170W Laser Printer with Wireless and Wired Networking:
I tried to install cartridge and spent two hours trying to get it back in. Finally gave up and bought a printer from a different manufacturer. The plastic in this machine is so flimsy I suspect it's made to destruct. Also, I'm not crazy about having to replace drums in addition to toner cartridge. This is not well designed for end-users or economical use. Sorry, Brother.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Print Time
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday documents
Comments about Brother HL-2170W Laser Printer with Wireless and Wired Networking:
The printer as it functions is great once it is set up-- prints quickly, decent resolution, etc. Getting it running though was not so great, though not terrible either.
I didnt have a cord to so the 'easy' setup option wasnt an option for me, that probably would have helped, but I got the printer going after 10-15 minutes or so of messing with the settings. Installing the toner was easy with the supplied directions. All in all not too bad, and I would buy the printer again knowing what I know now.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy Setup
- Fast Print Time
Cons
- No duplexor
Best Uses
- Everyday documents
Comments about Brother HL-2170W Laser Printer with Wireless and Wired Networking:
This is the second one I have owned. We purchased the 1st one in Sep 09 for my son in college. Between he and his room mate they just finished the toner that came with the printer when school was out May 10. I purchased the second on this month for our home. I was tired of paying what seems like lots of money for miniscule amounts of ink for our multifunction printer. The Brother laser printer was easy to set up and is very quick to print.
So far we have never suffered a paper jam. I use it wirelessly; that too was easy to set up.
And this is all in a MAC environment.
Good printer. I just wish the prices for color laser
printers would drop to under $100 also.
When it comes time to replace the toner cartridge consider the larger one TN-360 and the standard one, a TN-330. Both are fairly cheap from a vendor through the web.
- Primary use:
- Personal
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- Printer
- Starter Toner Cartridge
- DR360 Drum Unit
- One-Year Express Exchange Limited Warranty
- One-Year Limited Parts & Labor Warranty
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