Name: Brother HL-L6400DW
Brand: Brother
SKU: 748631
Rating: 3 (4 reviews)

Manuals of product HL-L6400DW

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The Brother HL-L6400DW printer stands out with its impressive printing speed of 50 pages per minute, making it an ideal choice for demanding work environments. Its laser printing technology ensures exceptional quality with a maximum resolution of 1200 x 1200 DPI. Additionally, it offers practical features such as manual duplex printing and wireless connectivity via Wi-Fi and Ethernet, facilitating its integration into various offices. However, some drawbacks are worth noting. The lack of color printing may be a hindrance for users needing colored documents for presentations or marketing. The manual duplex printing mode can slow down the process for those who frequently print double-sided documents. Furthermore, with a weight of 13.4 kg, moving it can be challenging, and the 520-sheet paper capacity may not be sufficient in very busy work environments. In terms of ratings, the user experience is rated satisfactory with a score of 78, although the 1.8-inch LCD screen could be improved for better interactivity. Performance is well-rated at 85, while the value for money is assessed at 80, justifying the investment for demanding users. Features and ergonomics receive respective scores of 70, highlighting areas for improvement. Overall, the Brother HL-L6400DW is a robust and efficient printer, ideal for professional use, but it could benefit from improvements regarding certain features and its mobility.

Score details

User experience

The user experience is generally satisfactory, with an intuitive interface, but the 1.8-inch LCD screen could be improved for better interactivity.

Performance

The printing speed of 50 pages per minute is impressive, but the manual duplex printing mode can slow down the process for some users.

Design

The design is functional, but the weight of 13.4 kg can make moving the printer difficult in some work environments.

Value for money

Although the printer is more expensive, its professional features and print quality justify the investment for demanding users.

Features

The lack of color printing can be a disadvantage for some users, although the wireless connectivity features are a plus.

Usability

The paper capacity of 520 sheets is adequate, but may require frequent reloading in very busy work environments.

Support

The product comes with manuals and a startup guide that facilitate installation and use.

Advantages

Print speed of 50 pages per minute.

Manual duplex printing to save paper.

Built-in Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity.

Paper capacity of 520 sheets.

Laser print quality up to 1200 x 1200 DPI.

Disadvantages

No color printing available

Manual double-sided printing

Difficulty in moving (13.4 kg)

Limited paper capacity of 520 sheets

Operating noise of 54 dB

Restricted 1.8-inch LCD screen

Technical Specifications HL-L6400DW

General Information

Model

HL-L6400DW
Brand

Brother
Category

Computers and accessories
Type

Printer
SKU

748631
MPN

748631

Print speed

Color

No
Maximum resolution

1200 x 1200 DPI
Secure printing

Yes
Printing technology

Laser
Secure printing

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

50 ppm
Copy time for the first page (Black, normal)

7.5 s
Preheating time

4.7 s
Duplex printing mode

Auto
Duplex printing speed (Black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)

24 ppm
Secure printing

Yes
Layout option

2, 4, 16, 25

Features

Service cycle (Maximum)

150000 pages per month
Number of print cartridges

1
Languages of the page description

BR-Script 3, Epson FX, IBM ProPrinter, PCL 6, PDF 1.7, XPS
Printing colors

Black
Service cycle (recommended)

750 - 10000 pages per month

Input and output capacity

Maximum input capacity

520 sheets
Maximum input capacity

520 sheets
Input capacity of multi-purpose trays

50 sheets
Total number of power supply units

1
Paper feed type

Paper tray
Total output capacity

250 sheets
Maximum output capacity

1050 sheets
Multifunctional tray

Yes

Paper management

Maximum ISO A series paper size

A4
Type of paper tray support

Bond paper, Letterhead, Plain paper, Recycled paper
Weight of paper tray support

60 - 120 g/m²
Weight of the multifunctional tray support

60 - 200 g/m²
ISO, Format Series A (A0...A9)

A4, A5, A6
Weight of paper tray support (imperial)

16 - 32 kg
Weight of the versatile tray support

16 - 53 kg
Non-ISO print support sizes

Executive (184 x 267mm), Folio (media size), Legal (media size), Letter (media size)
Support weight supported in duplex mode

60 - 105 g/m²
Types of multi-purpose bins

Envelopes, Labels
Support width customization

76.2 - 215.9 mm
Customization of support length

127 - 355.6 mm

Network

Wi-Fi Direct

Yes
Wi-Fi Direct

Yes
Wi-Fi Direct

Yes
Wifi standards

802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Wi-Fi Direct

Yes
Security-supported algorithm

64-bit WEP, 128-bit WEP, 802.1x RADIUS, EAP-FAST, EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS, HTTPS, IPPS, IPSEC, PEAP, SMTP-AUTH, SNMP, SSL/TLS, WPA-AES, WPA-PSK, WPA-TKIP, WPA2-AES, WPA2-PSK
Wi-Fi Direct

Yes
Support for network protocols (IPv4)

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

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

Apple AirPrint, Brother iPrint & Scan, Google Cloud Print, Mopria Print Service
Wiring technology

10/100/1000Base-T(X)
LAN Ethernet: data transfer rate

10,100,1000 Mbit/s
Wi-Fi Direct

Yes

Connectivity

Standard interfaces

Ethernet
USB port

NFC
Quantity of USB 2.0 Ports

USB 2.0
USB port

Wireless LAN
Yes
1
Yes

Representation / realization

Maximum internal memory

512 MB
Maximum internal memory

512 MB
Sound pressure level (impression)

54 dB
Sound pressure level (silent mode)

50 dB
Sound power level (standby)

35 dB
Integrated into the processor

Yes
Processor family

ARM Cortex
Processor model

Cortex-A9
Processor frequency

800 MHz

Design

Product color

Gray
Color display

Yes
Screen

LCD
Screen size

1.8 "
Market position

Professional
Order type

Touch
Color display

Yes
Color display

Yes

Power

Consumption (max)

770 W
Electricity consumption (stop)

0.04 W
Energy Star, typical electrical consumption (TEC)

2.379 kWh/week
Energy consumption (standby mode)

32 W
Energy consumption (standby mode)

32 W
Consumption (max)

770 W

Sustainability

Sustainability certificates

Blue Angel
ENERGY STAR

Minimum system requirements

Support for the Windows operating system

Windows 10 Education
Support for the Mac operating system

Windows 10 Education x64
Support for the Linux operating system

Windows 10 Enterprise
Support for the server operating system

Windows 10 Enterprise x64
Windows 10 Home
Windows 10 Home x64
Windows 10 Pro
Windows 10 Pro x64
Windows 7 Enterprise
Windows 7 Enterprise x64
Windows 7 Home Basic
Windows 7 Home Basic x64
Windows 7 Home Premium
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 10.8 Mountain Lion
Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks
Yes
Windows Server 2003
Windows Server 2003 R2
Windows Server 2003 x64
Windows Server 2008
Windows Server 2008 R2
Windows Server 2012
Windows Server 2012 R2

Weight and dimensions

Width

400 mm
Depth

396 mm
Height

288 mm
Weight

13400 g

Packaging information

Package width

497 mm
Package depth

492 mm
Package height

531 mm
Package weight

16000 g

Packaging contents

Quick Start Guide

Yes
Quick Start Guide

Yes
Quick Start Guide

Yes
Cables included

Sector

Logistics data

Harmonized System Code

84433210

Other features

Supported protocols

MIFARE Standard / Plus / UltraLight / UltraLight C / DESfire
my-d move
Tag-it
FeliCa / FeliCa Lite / Lite-S

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the weight of the Brother HL-L6400DW?

The Brother HL-L6400DW weighs 13,400 g.

What is the recommended method for removing paper jammed in the printer?

To remove the jammed paper, it is advisable to do so carefully. Turn off the printer and ensure that the print head is not in contact with the paper and that no paper is left inside.

Why is my printer not recognizing the original cartridges?

Non-genuine cartridges may not be detected by the printer. In this case, a message indicating that the cartridge is empty may appear. The manual for the purchased cartridge often contains the solution; otherwise, it is recommended to contact the seller.

What are the possible reasons for poor print quality?

Insufficient print quality can have several causes. Check if the cartridges or toners are full. For inkjet printers, cleaning may sometimes be necessary, or the cartridges may be dry or the print head damaged. For laser printers, it is advisable to perform calibration.

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

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

Why does my inkjet printer leave black streaks on prints?

This is usually due to a damaged cartridge that needs to be replaced.

What does the acronym DPI mean?

DPI stands for Dots Per Inch and indicates the number of ink droplets deposited on the paper per inch during printing.

How many cartridges can be installed in the Brother HL-L6400DW?

The Brother HL-L6400DW can accommodate one cartridge.

What is the size of the screen on the Brother HL-L6400DW?

The screen on the Brother HL-L6400DW measures 1.8 inches.

What is the height of the Brother HL-L6400DW?

The height of the Brother HL-L6400DW is 288 mm.

What is the width of the Brother HL-L6400DW?

The Brother HL-L6400DW has a width of 400 mm.

What is the depth of the Brother HL-L6400DW?

The depth of the Brother HL-L6400DW is 396 mm.

Is the manual for the Brother HL-L6400DW available in French?

Yes, the manual for the Brother HL-L6400DW is available in French.

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