Name: Brother DCP-L8400CDN
Brand: Brother
SKU: 224985
Rating: 3 (7 reviews)

Manual of product DCP-L8400CDN

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Editorial note

The Brother DCP-L8400CDN printer stands out for its printing speed, reaching up to 28 pages per minute in both black and color, making it an asset for demanding work environments. Its laser printing technology ensures exceptional quality, with a maximum resolution of 2400 x 600 DPI, providing documents and images with remarkable clarity. Additionally, the built-in duplex printing feature helps save paper and reduce printing costs while being environmentally friendly. The color scanning at an optical resolution of 1200 x 4800 DPI also allows for faithful and detailed reproductions. However, there are some drawbacks to consider. The lack of Wi-Fi connectivity limits usage flexibility, making cabling necessary to print from certain devices. Furthermore, the weight of 29 kg can pose challenges during installation or moving the device, especially in tight spaces. The warm-up time of 33 seconds can also be a disadvantage for those seeking instant printing. Moreover, the maximum number of copies limited to 99 may not be sufficient for users with high-volume printing needs, and the speed of 7 ppm for duplex printing can slow down production tasks. Overall, the user experience is positive, with excellent performance, although limitations such as the absence of Wi-Fi and the printer's weight may hinder optimal use. The varied features, combined with good value for money, make the Brother DCP-L8400CDN a wise choice for professionals looking for a high-performing printer.

Score details

User experience

The user experience is generally positive, with fast and efficient printing, although the lack of Wi-Fi limits usage flexibility.

Performance

The performance is excellent with a printing speed of 28 ppm, but the 33-second warm-up time can be a drawback for those seeking instant printing.

Design

The design is functional, but its weight of 29 kg can pose problems during installation or movement.

Value for money

The printer offers good value for money thanks to its laser printing technology and features, but the maximum number of 99 copies may not be sufficient for some users.

Features

The features are varied, including duplex printing and color scanning, although some limitations like the lack of Wi-Fi may hinder its use.

Usability

The usage is generally intuitive, but the absence of wireless connectivity and the heavy weight can complicate access to certain features.

Advantages

Fast printing up to 28 pages per minute.

Laser print quality up to 2400 x 600 DPI.

Built-in duplex printing to save paper.

Color scanning up to 1200 x 4800 DPI.

Network connectivity with included Ethernet port.

Disadvantages

No Wi-Fi connectivity.

Weight of 29 kg, difficult to move.

Preheating time of 33 seconds.

Maximum of 99 copies per print.

Double-sided printing at 7 ppm.

Technical Specifications DCP-L8400CDN

General Information

Model

DCP-L8400CDN
Brand

Brother
Category

Computers and accessories
Type

Printer
SKU

224985
MPN

224985

Print speed

Printing technology

Laser
Printing

Color printing
Double-sided printing

Yes
Print speed (color, normal quality, A4/US Letter)

28 ppm
Maximum resolution

2400 x 600 DPI
Print speed (color, normal quality, A4/US Letter)

28 ppm
Duplex printing speed (color, normal quality, A4/US Letter)

7 ppm
Duplex printing speed (color, normal quality, A4/US Letter)

7 ppm
Copy time for the first page (color, normal)

15 s
Copy time for the first page (color, normal)

15 s
Preheating time

33 s
Double-sided printing

Yes

Copier

Copy

Color copy
Max. resolution of copies

1200 x 600 DPI
Copy speed (normal quality, color, A4)

28 cpm
Copy speed (normal quality, color, A4)

28 cpm
Resizing copy

25 - 400 %
Maximum number of copies

99 copies
Free PC copy

Yes
Release time of the first print (black, normal)

18 s
Release time of the first print (color, concept)

20 s

Digitization

Digitization

Color scanning
Optical scanning resolution

1200 x 4800 DPI
Maximum scan area

A4 (210 x 297) mm
Maximum scanning resolution

19200 x 19200 DPI
Type of scanner

ADF Scanner
Scan to

Cloud, Email, Email Server, File, FTP, Image, OCR, USB
Input color display depth

48 bit
Output color display depth

24 bit
Scanning technology

CIS
Scan drivers

ICA, ISIS, TWAIN, WIA

Fax

Fax

No

Features

Service cycle (Maximum)

- pages per month
Digital sender

No
Number of print cartridges

4
Printing colors

Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow
Service cycle (recommended)

500 - 3000 pages per month
Languages of the page description

BR-Script 3, PCL 6
PostScript® Fonts

66
PostScript® Fonts

66

Network

Email protocols

SMTP
Ethernet/LAN

Yes
Wifi

No
LAN Ethernet: data transfer rate

10, 100 Mbit/s
Security-supported algorithm

128-bit WEP, 64-bit WEP, 802.1x RADIUS, EAP-FAST, EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS, HTTPS, MD5, PEAP, SSL/TLS, WPA-AES, WPA-PSK, WPA-TKIP, WPA2-AES, WPA2-PSK, WPS
Support for network protocols (IPv4)

ARP, RARP, BOOTP, DHCP, APIPA (Auto IP), WINS/NetBIOS, DNS Resolver, mDNS, LLMNR responder, LPR/LPD, Custom Raw Port/Port9100, SMTP Client, IPP/IPPS, FTP Client/Server, CIFS Client, TELNET Server, SNMPv1/v2c/v3, HTTP/HTTPS server, TFTP client/server, ICMP, Web Services (Print/Scan), SNTP Client, LDAP
Support for network protocols (IPv6)

NDP, RA, DNS resolver, mDNS, LLMNR responder, LPR/LPD, Custom Raw Port/Port9100, IPP/IPPS, FTP Client/Server, CIFS Client, TELNET Server, SNMPv1/v2c/v3, HTTP/HTTPS server, TFTP client/server, SMTP Client, ICMPv6, SNTP Client, Web Services (Print/Scan), LDAP
Mobile printing technologies

Apple AirPrint, Brother iPrint & Scan, Google Cloud Print
Online services supported

OneDrive, Box, Dropbox, Evernote, Facebook, Flickr, Google Drive, Picasa
Wiring technology

10/100Base-T(X)

Representation / realization

Built-in memory card reader

-
Processor family

Star Sapphire
Processor frequency

400 MHz
Internal memory

256 MB
Maximum internal memory

512 MB
Memory locations

1
Sound pressure level (copy)

55 dB
Sound power level (standby)

28 dB
Sound pressure level (silent mode)

52 dB
Integrated into the processor

Yes

Input and output capacity

Total power capacity

250 sheets
Paper feed type

Paper bin
Automatic document feeder capacity

35 sheets
Input capacity of multi-purpose trays

50 sheets
Total output capacity

15 sheets
Automatic Document Feeder (ADF)

Yes
Automatic Document Feeder (ADF)

Yes

Paper management

Maximum ISO A series paper size

A4
Type of paper tray support

Bond paper
ISO, Format Series A (A0...A9)

Envelopes
Non-ISO print support sizes

Glossy paper
JIS series B format (B0...B9)

Labels
Weight of the multifunctional tray support

Plain paper
Weight of paper tray support

Recycled paper
Support width customization

Thick paper
Customization of support length

Thin paper
A4
A5
A6
Executive (184 x 267mm)
Folio (media size)
Legal (media size)
Letter (media size)
B5
60 - 163 g/m²
60 - 105 g/m²
76.2 - 215.9 mm
127 - 355.6 mm

Design

Screen

LCD
Screen size

3.6 "
Built-in screen

Yes
Product color

Black, White
Built-in screen

Yes
Market position

Professional
Order type

Touchscreen

Connectivity

USB port

Yes
Standard interfaces

USB 1.1, USB 2.0
Quantity of USB 1.1 ports

1
USB port

Yes
Quantity of USB 1.1 ports

1

Power

Electricity consumption (average operation)

565 W
Energy consumption (eco mode)

355 W
Electricity consumption (stop)

0.04 W
Energy consumption (standby mode)

65 W
AC input frequency

50 - 60 Hz
AC input voltage

220 - 240 V
Consumption (max)

1200 W

Other features

Web-based management

Yes
Web-based management

Yes

Minimum system requirements

Support for the Windows operating system

Windows 7 Home Basic
Support for the Mac operating system

Windows 7 Home Basic x64
Support for the Linux operating system

Windows 7 Home Premium
Support for the server operating system

Windows 7 Home Premium x64
Windows 7 Professional
Windows 7 Professional x64
Windows 7 Starter
Windows 7 Starter x64
Windows 7 Ultimate
Windows 7 Ultimate x64
Windows 8
Windows 8 Enterprise
Windows 8 Enterprise x64
Windows 8 Pro
Windows 8 Pro x64
Windows 8 x64
Windows 8.1
Windows 8.1 Enterprise
Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64
Windows 8.1 Pro
Windows 8.1 Pro x64
Windows 8.1 x64
Windows Vista Business
Windows Vista Business x64
Windows Vista Enterprise
Windows Vista Enterprise x64
Windows Vista Home Basic
Windows Vista Home Basic x64
Windows Vista Home Premium
Windows Vista Home Premium x64
Windows Vista Ultimate
Windows Vista Ultimate x64
Windows XP Home
Windows XP Home x64
Windows XP Professional
Windows XP Professional x64
Mac OS X 10.7 Lion
Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion
Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks
Yes
Windows Server 2003
Windows Server 2003 x64
Windows Server 2008
Windows Server 2008 R2
Windows Server 2008 x64
Windows Server 2012
Windows Server 2012 R2

Packaging contents

Provided software

Brother Control Center 4
Drivers included

Nuance PaperPort 12 SE
Brother Control Center 2
Yes

Sustainability

Sustainability certificates

Nordic Swan Ecolabel
Blue Angel
ENERGY STAR

Weight and dimensions

Width

410 mm
Depth

503 mm
Height

492 mm
Weight

29000 g

Environmental conditions

Operating relative humidity (H-H)

10 - 90 %
Temperature out of operation

10 - 32 °C
Operating temperature

0 - 40 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the weight of the Brother DCP-L8400CDN?

The Brother DCP-L8400CDN weighs 29,000 g.

What is the best method to remove paper jammed in the printer?

It is recommended to carefully remove the jammed paper. Turn off the printer and ensure that the print head is not blocked by the paper and that no pieces remain inside.

Why is my printer not recognizing the original cartridges?

Non-genuine cartridges may not be detected by the printer, resulting in a message indicating that the cartridge is empty. The manual for the purchased cartridge should provide a solution; otherwise, it is best to contact the seller.

What are the possible reasons for poor print quality?

Poor print quality can be due to several factors. Check if the cartridges or toners are full. Inkjet printers may require cleaning, while laser printers often need calibration.

What is the difference between a laser printer and an inkjet printer?

A laser printer uses toner, while an inkjet printer operates with ink.

Why does my inkjet printer leave black streaks on prints?

Generally, this indicates that the inkjet printer cartridge is defective and needs to be replaced.

What does the term DPI mean?

DPI, or Dots Per Inch, refers to the number of ink droplets applied per inch during printing.

How many cartridges can be installed in the Brother DCP-L8400CDN?

The Brother DCP-L8400CDN can accommodate 4 cartridges.

What is the size of the screen on the Brother DCP-L8400CDN?

The screen on the Brother DCP-L8400CDN measures 3.6 inches.

What is the height of the Brother DCP-L8400CDN?

The height of the Brother DCP-L8400CDN is 492 mm.

What is the width of the Brother DCP-L8400CDN?

The Brother DCP-L8400CDN has a width of 410 mm.

What is the depth of the Brother DCP-L8400CDN?

The depth of the Brother DCP-L8400CDN measures 503 mm.

Is the manual for the Brother DCP-L8400CDN available in French?

Yes, the manual for the Brother DCP-L8400CDN is available in French.

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