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Printer Brother MFC-L2720DW

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Discover the Brother MFC-L2720DW multifunction printer, a device designed to meet all your printing, copying, scanning, and faxing needs. With its laser printing technology, it ensures optimal print quality with a maximum resolution of 2400 x 600 DPI, perfect for clear and precise documents.

With a printing speed of 30 pages per minute in black and white, this printer is ideal for daily use. The manual duplex printing mode helps save paper while preserving the environment.

The Brother MFC-L2720DW also features a high-performance copier, capable of making up to 99 copies with a resolution of 600 x 600 DPI. Its color scanning function provides faithful reproductions of your documents, with an optical resolution of 600 x 2400 DPI.

For connectivity, this device offers various options, including Wi-Fi and Ethernet port, ensuring easy integration into your network. Additionally, it supports mobile printing, allowing you to print directly from your smartphones or tablets.

Finally, with a recommended monthly duty cycle of 250 to 2000 pages, the Brother MFC-L2720DW is designed for demanding office environments. Its compact design and practical features make it a wise choice for professionals seeking a complete and efficient printing solution.

Manual of product MFC-L2720DW

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Editorial note

The Brother MFC-L2720DW printer stands out for its laser print quality, delivering precise results and vibrant colors, making it an interesting choice for quality-conscious users. Its monochrome print speed of 15 pages per minute is satisfactory, especially for daily use, while the high-resolution color scanning feature adds significant value. Additionally, wireless connectivity allows for easy printing from various devices, enhancing its appeal for professional use. However, some drawbacks are worth mentioning. The color print speed is relatively slow, at only 3 pages per minute, which can be frustrating for those with frequent color printing needs. Furthermore, the duplex printing mode is manual, which can make the printing process more cumbersome. The lack of a memory card reader also limits flexibility in document transfer, and the 250-sheet paper capacity may not be sufficient for high-volume printing offices. In terms of design, the printer is functional, although its weight of 11.6 kg may complicate its movement in environments requiring mobility. Despite this, the product offers good value for money, thanks to its many features. Finally, while its use is generally intuitive, the manual duplex printing mode could complicate frequent double-sided document printing. Overall, the Brother MFC-L2720DW is a solid printer, ideal for users who prioritize print quality and connectivity, but it could be improved with a faster color print speed and a larger paper capacity.

Score details

User experience

The user experience is generally positive due to the laser print quality that offers vibrant and accurate colors. However, the manual duplex printing mode can be tedious.

Performance

The performance is good for monochrome prints with a speed of 15 pages per minute, but the color printing speed is slow at only 3 pages per minute, which can be a disadvantage for frequent users.

Design

The design is functional, but the weight of 11.6 kg can make moving the printer difficult, limiting its use in environments that require mobility.

Value for money

The product offers good value for money, especially due to its color scanning capability and wireless connectivity, although the 250-sheet paper capacity may not be sufficient for high print volumes.

Features

The features are rich, including manual duplex printing and high-resolution scanning. However, the lack of a memory card reader limits direct transfer options.

Usability

The usage is generally intuitive with a clear interface, but the manual duplex printing mode can complicate frequent double-sided document printing.

Advantages

High-quality laser printing.

Manual double-sided printing.

Print speed of 15 pages/min.

Color scanning up to 600 x 2400 DPI.

Wireless and network connectivity.

Disadvantages

Slow color print speed (3 ppm).

Manual duplex printing, less convenient.

No memory card reader.

Insufficient capacity of 250 sheets.

Heavy weight (11.6 kg), difficult to move.

Technical Specifications MFC-L2720DW

General Information

Print speed

  • Printing technology
    Laser
  • Printing
    Monochrome printing
  • Double-sided printing
    Yes
  • Duplex printing mode
    Auto
  • Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)
    3 ppm
  • Maximum resolution
    2400 x 600 DPI
  • Duplex printing speed (ISO / IEC 24734) monochrome
    15 ipm
  • Duplex printing speed (Black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)
    7.5 ppm
  • Copy time for the first page (Black, normal)
    8.5 s
  • Preheating time
    10 s
  • Double-sided printing
    Yes

Copier

  • Copy
    Simple copy
  • Max. resolution of copies
    600 x 600 DPI
  • Copy speed (normal quality, black, A4)
    30 cpm
  • Resizing copy
    25 - 400 %
  • Maximum number of copies
    99 copies
  • Free PC copy
    Yes
  • Release time of the first print (black, normal)
    10 s

Digitization

  • Digitization
    Color scanning
  • Optical scanning resolution
    600 x 2400 DPI
  • Maximum scan area
    A4 (210 x 297) mm
  • Maximum scanning resolution
    19200 x 19200 DPI
  • Type of scanner
    Flatbed scanning
  • Scan to
    E-mail, E-mail Server, File, FTP, Image
  • Input color display depth
    30 bit
  • Output color display depth
    24 bit
  • Gray levels
    256
  • Scanning technology
    CIS
  • Scan drivers
    ICA, TWAIN, WIA

Fax

  • Fax
    Simple fax
  • Fax resolution (black)
    203 x 98 DPI
  • Modem speed
    33.6 Kbit/s
  • Fax memory
    500 pages
  • Fax with Dual access
    Yes
  • Fax transmission
    250 locations
  • Maximum number of shortcuts for numbers
    200
  • Fax with Dual access
    Yes
  • Fax with Dual access
    Yes
  • Fax with Dual access
    Yes
  • Fax coding methods
    JBIG, MH, MMR (Fax coding method), MR

Features

  • Service cycle (Maximum)
    - pages per month
  • Digital sender
    No
  • Number of print cartridges
    1
  • Printing colors
    Black
  • Service cycle (recommended)
    250 - 2000 pages per month
  • Languages of the page description
    BR-Script 3, PCL 6
  • PostScript® Fonts
    66
  • PostScript® Fonts
    66

Network

  • Email protocols
    APOP, POP3, SMTP
  • Wifi
    Yes
  • Wifi
    Yes
  • LAN Ethernet: data transfer rate
    10, 100 Mbit/s
  • Security-supported algorithm
    128-bit WEP, 64-bit WEP, APOP, SMTP-AUTH, SNMP, WPA-AES, WPA-PSK, WPA-TKIP, WPA2-AES, WPA2-PSK, WPS
  • Wifi standards
    802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • 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/Port 9100, IPP, FTP Server, SNMPv1/v2c/v3, HTTP Server, TFTP Client/Server, SMTP Client, ICMP, Web Services (Print/Scan), SNTP Client, POP3, IMAP4
  • Support for network protocols (IPv6)
    NDP, RA, DNS Resolver, mDNS, LLMNR responder, LPR/LPD, Custom Raw Port/Port 9100, IPP, FTP Server, SNMPv1/v2c/v3, HTTP Server, TFTP Client/Server, SMTP Client, ICMPv6, Web Services (Print/Scan), SNTP Client, POP3, IMAP4
  • Mobile printing technologies
    Apple AirPrint, Brother iPrint & Scan, Google Cloud Print
  • Online services supported
    Box, Dropbox, Evernote, Facebook, Flickr, Google Drive, OneDrive, Picasa
  • Wiring technology
    10/100Base-T(X)

Other features

  • Web-based management
    Yes
  • Web-based management
    Yes
  • Web-based management
    Yes
  • Compatible fax
    ITU-T G3

Representation / realization

  • Processor family
    ARM
  • Processor frequency
    266 MHz
  • Internal memory
    64 MB
  • Built-in memory card reader
    No
  • Sound power level (standby)
    33 dB
  • Sound pressure level (impression)
    50 dB
  • Sound pressure level (silent mode)
    45 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
  • Total output capacity
    100 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
    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
    Thicker paper
  • Thin paper
  • A4
  • A5
  • A6
  • Executive
  • 60 - 163 g/m²
  • 60 - 105 g/m²
  • 76.2 - 215.9 mm
  • 127 - 355.6 mm

Design

  • Screen
    LCD
  • Screen size
    2.7 "
  • Built-in screen
    Yes
  • Product color
    Black
  • Built-in screen
    Yes
  • Market position
    Domestic and professional
  • Order type
    Touchscreen

Connectivity

  • USB port
    Yes
  • Standard interfaces
    Ethernet, USB 1.1, USB 2.0, Wireless LAN
  • Quantity of USB 1.1 ports
    1
  • USB port
    Yes
  • Quantity of USB 1.1 ports
    1

Power

  • Electricity consumption (average operation)
    510 W
  • Energy consumption (eco mode)
    6.6 W
  • Electricity consumption (stop)
    0.08 W
  • Energy consumption (standby mode)
    60 W
  • AC input frequency
    50 - 60 Hz
  • AC input voltage
    220 - 240 V
  • Consumption (max)
    1104 W

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
  • Minimal disk space
    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 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
  • 50 MB

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
    409 mm
  • Depth
    399 mm
  • Height
    317 mm
  • Weight
    11600 g

Environmental conditions

  • Operating relative humidity (H-H)
    20 - 80 %
  • Temperature out of operation
    0 - 40 °C
  • Operating temperature
    10 - 32 °C
  • Relative humidity rate (storage)
    10 - 90 %

Packaging information

  • Package width
    567 mm
  • Package depth
    517 mm
  • Package height
    435 mm
  • Package weight
    14600 g

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the weight of the Brother MFC-L2720DW?
The Brother MFC-L2720DW weighs 11,600 g.
What is the best method to remove paper jammed in the printer?
To remove the jammed paper, it is advisable to do so carefully. Turn off the printer and check that the print head is not stuck in the paper and that no pieces of paper remain inside.
Why does my printer not recognize the original cartridges?
Non-genuine cartridges may not be accepted by the printer. In this case, a message indicating that the cartridge is empty will appear. Generally, refer to the cartridge manual for solutions; otherwise, it is recommended to contact the seller.
Why is the quality of my prints poor?
There are several reasons that can explain poor print quality. Ensure that the cartridges or toners are full. Inkjet printers may require cleaning if the cartridges are dry or if the print head is damaged. For laser printers, calibration may be necessary.
What is the difference between a laser printer and an inkjet printer?
A laser printer uses toner to print, while an inkjet printer uses 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 acronym DPI mean?
DPI stands for Dots Per Inch and represents the number of ink droplets deposited on the paper per inch during printing.
How many cartridges are compatible with the Brother MFC-L2720DW?
The Brother MFC-L2720DW can accommodate a single cartridge.
What is the size of the screen on the Brother MFC-L2720DW?
The screen on the Brother MFC-L2720DW measures 2.7 inches.
What is the height of the Brother MFC-L2720DW?
The height of the Brother MFC-L2720DW is 317 mm.
What is the width of the Brother MFC-L2720DW?
The Brother MFC-L2720DW has a width of 409 mm.
What is the depth of the Brother MFC-L2720DW?
The depth of the Brother MFC-L2720DW is 399 mm.
Is the manual for the Brother MFC-L2720DW available in French?
Yes, the manual for the Brother MFC-L2720DW is available in French.

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General Information

The Brother MFC-L2720DW is a multifunction printer that embodies the excellence of the Brother brand, known for its reliability and innovations in the office equipment sector. This model, the MFC-L2720DW, ensures optimal performance for users looking for a solution for printing, scanning, copying, and faxing. With a unique EAN code, this printer is easily identifiable in the distribution system.

Print Speed

Equipped with laser printing technology, the Brother MFC-L2720DW offers remarkable print quality, with precise results and vibrant colors. While its monochrome print speed reaches 15 pages per minute, the color speed is limited to 3 pages per minute, which may be a drawback for some users. Its manual duplex printing mode allows for optimized paper consumption while promoting an eco-friendly approach. The maximum print resolution of 2400 x 600 DPI ensures documents of exceptional clarity.

Copier

The built-in copier allows for color copies with a resolution of 600 x 600 DPI. Its copy speed reaches 30 copies per minute for black documents, making it an efficient tool for everyday tasks. With a resizing capability of 25 to 400%, it offers appreciated flexibility. It is also capable of making up to 99 copies in a single operation.

Scanning

Color scanning is another key feature of the MFC-L2720DW, with an optical resolution of 600 x 2400 DPI, allowing for faithful reproductions of documents. The maximum scan area is A4 size, and the color depth is 30 bits, ensuring excellent color fidelity.

Fax

This printer is equipped with a simple fax machine with a resolution of 203 x 98 DPI, ensuring clear transmissions. The modem speed is 33.6 Kbit/s, and it can store up to 500 pages in memory, facilitating the management of outgoing faxes. The error correction system optimizes the reliability of fax transmissions.

Features

The recommended service cycle for the Brother MFC-L2720DW is 250 to 2000 pages per month, making it suitable for moderate use. Although it uses a single black color print cartridge, this simplifies the management of consumables. This printer is compatible with various operating systems, including Windows, Mac, and Linux.

Network

The Brother MFC-L2720DW offers several connectivity options, including Ethernet and Wi-Fi, allowing for wireless printing from various devices. It also supports multiple messaging protocols for easy integration into modern work environments.

Other Features

This printer includes web-based management for easy administration, as well as an energy-saving mode that helps reduce electricity costs. It is also certified by sustainability labels such as Nordic Swan Ecolabel and ENERGY STAR, demonstrating its commitment to energy efficiency.

Dimensions and Weight

With dimensions of 409 x 399 x 317 mm and a weight of 11.6 kg, the Brother MFC-L2720DW is designed to fit easily into an office space. Its paper capacity is 250 sheets, and it features a 35-sheet automatic document feeder, facilitating print management.

Environmental Conditions

It operates in a relative humidity of 20 to 80% and at temperatures between 10 and 32 °C, ensuring optimal performance in various work environments.

Package Contents

The package includes various software, such as Brother Control Center 4 and Nuance PaperPort 12 SE, which enhance the user experience and optimize the printer's performance.