Name: Brother MFC-L2730DW
Brand: Brother
SKU: 985407
Rating: 3 (10 reviews)

Manual of product MFC-L2730DW

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Editorial note

The Brother MFC-L2730DW stands out with its impressive printing speed of 34 pages per minute, making it ideal for professionals with frequent printing needs. Its CIS scanning technology with a maximum resolution of 19200 x 19200 DPI ensures high-quality reproductions, while wireless connectivity makes it easy to integrate into various work environments. With a paper capacity of 250 sheets, this device can handle a large volume of documents without interruption. However, the duplex printing mode is manual, which may be less convenient for those seeking a fully automatic process. Additionally, its weight of 11.8 kg can complicate mobility in an office, and the output capacity of 120 sheets may not be sufficient in high-volume environments. Although it is compatible with many operating systems, some users of recent versions of Mac or Linux may encounter compatibility issues with the drivers. Overall, the Brother MFC-L2730DW offers good value for money with its advanced features, but improvements in user convenience and compatibility could enhance its appeal to a broader audience.

Score details

User experience

The user experience is generally positive due to an intuitive interface and well-thought-out features, although the manual duplex printing mode may be less convenient.

Performance

The printing speed of 34 pages per minute is excellent, which enhances productivity, but the output capacity of 120 sheets may be insufficient for high-volume work environments.

Design

The design is functional and suitable for offices, but the weight of 11.8 kg makes the product difficult to move.

Value for money

The product offers good value for money with its advanced features, but compatibility issues with certain operating systems may detract from the experience.

Features

The features, including high-quality scanning and wireless connectivity, are impressive and ideal for professional use.

Support

Although the product is compatible with many operating systems, some users may encounter compatibility issues with drivers on recent versions of Mac or Linux.

Usability

The overall use is simple, but the manual duplex printing mode may require frequent intervention, which affects convenience.

Advantages

Fast printing at 34 pages per minute.

Manual duplex printing for cost efficiency.

High-resolution scanning up to 19200 DPI.

Wi-Fi connectivity and modern protocols.

250-sheet capacity for continuous use.

Disadvantages

Manual double-sided printing is impractical.

Weight of 11.8 kg makes it difficult to move.

Capacity of 120 sheets is insufficient.

Compatibility issues with certain systems.

Noise level of 49 dB is bothersome.

Technical Specifications MFC-L2730DW

General Information

Model

MFC-L2730DW
Brand

Brother
Category

Computers and accessories
Type

Printer
SKU

985407
MPN

985407

Print speed

Printing technology

Laser
Printing

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

34 ppm
Maximum resolution

2400 x 600 DPI
Duplex printing mode

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

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

8.5 s
Preheating time (from standby mode)

9 s
Double-sided printing

Yes
Double-sided printing

Yes
Double-sided printing

Yes

Digitization

Digitization

Color scanning
Maximum scan area

A4 / Letter (216 x 297) mm
Scanning technology

CIS
Optical scanning resolution

1200 x 1200 DPI
Maximum scanning resolution

19200 x 19200 DPI
Scan to

E-mail, E-mail Server, FTP, File, Image, OCR

Copier

Copy

Simple copy
Max. resolution of copies

600 x 600 DPI
Copy speed (normal quality, black, A4)

34 cpm
Resizing copy

25 - 400 %
Copy Function N in 1

Yes
All-in-one function (N=)

2, 4
Release time of the first print (black, normal)

10 s

Fax

Fax

Simple fax
Modem speed

33.6 Kbit/s
Fax transmission speed

2.5 sec/page
Fax transfer supported

Yes
Maximum number of shortcuts for numbers

200
Fax memory

500 pages
Fax transfer supported

Yes
Fax transfer

E-mail, Fax

Representation / realization

Built-in memory card reader

-
Internal memory

128 MB
Processor frequency

600 MHz
Sound pressure level (impression)

49 dB
Sound power level (standby)

30 dB
Integrated into the processor

Yes

Design

Screen

LCD
Screen size

2.6 "
Built-in screen

Yes
Built-in screen

Yes
Product color

Black
Built-in screen

Yes
Market position

Domestic and professional
Order type

Touchscreen

Features

Digital sender

-
Languages of the page description

BR-Script 3
Service cycle (recommended)

PCL 6
Service cycle (Maximum)

PDF 1.7
Printing colors

250 - 2000 pages per month
Number of printer fonts

- pages per month
Black, White
160

Minimum system requirements

Support for the Windows operating system

Windows 10
Support for the server operating system

Windows 10 Education
Support for the Mac operating system

Windows 10 Education x64
Support for the Linux operating system

Windows 10 Enterprise
Windows 10 Enterprise x64
Windows 10 Home
Windows 10 Home x64
Windows 10 IOT Core
Windows 10 Pro
Windows 10 Pro x64
Windows 7
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 RT 8.1
Windows Server 2008
Windows Server 2008 R2
Windows Server 2008 R2 x64
Windows Server 2008 x64
Windows Server 2012
Windows Server 2012 R2
Windows Server 2012 x64
Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2016 x64
Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan
Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra
Yes

Input and output capacity

Total power capacity

250 sheets
Total output capacity

120 sheets
Automatic document feeder capacity

50 sheets
Automatic Document Feeder (ADF)

Yes

Paper management

Weight of paper tray support

60 - 163 g/m²
Support weight supported in duplex mode

60 - 105 g/m²
Support weight supported in duplex mode

60 - 105 g/m²
Weight of the multifunctional tray support

60 - 230 g/m²
Maximum ISO A series paper size

A4
ISO, Format Series A (A0...A9)

A4, A5, A6
Non-ISO print support sizes

Executive
Support width customization

76.2 - 215.9 mm
Customization of support length

127 - 355.6 mm
Envelope sizes

C5, DL, Monarch
Type of paper tray support

Plain paper, Recycled paper, Thick paper, Thin paper
Types of multi-purpose bins

Bond paper, Envelopes, Labels, Plain paper, Recycled paper, Thick paper, Thicker paper, Thin paper

Connectivity

Standard interfaces

Ethernet
Quantity of USB 2.0 Ports

USB 2.0
USB port

Wireless LAN
USB port

1
Yes
Yes

Network

Ethernet/LAN

Yes
Ethernet/LAN

Yes
LAN Ethernet: data transfer rate

10, 100 Mbit/s
Wifi standards

802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Mobile printing technologies

Apple AirPrint, Brother iPrint & Scan, Google Cloud Print, Mopria Print Service
Security-supported algorithm

64-bit WEP, 128-bit WEP, WPA-AES, WPA-PSK, WPA-TKIP, WPA2-AES, WPA2-PSK, WPA2-TKIP
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/IPPS, FTP Server, SNMPv1/v2c/v3, HTTP/HTTPS Server, FTP Client and Server, TFTP Client and Server, SMTP Client, ICMP, Web Services (Print/Scan)
Support for network protocols (IPv6)

NDP, RA, DNS resolver, mDNS, LLMNR responder, LPR/LPD, Custom Raw Port/Port 9100, IPP/IPPS, SMTP Client, FTP Client and Server, SNMPv1/v2c/v3, HTTP/HTTPS server, TFTP client and server, ICMPv6, Web Services (Print/Scan)
Wiring technology

10/100Base-T(X)

Packaging contents

Power cord included

Yes
Included cartridge capacity (black)

700 pages
Power cord included

Yes
Power cord included

Yes

Weight and dimensions

Weight

11800 g
Width

410 mm
Depth

399 mm
Height

318 mm

Sustainability

Sustainability certificates

ENERGY STAR

Power

Consumption (max)

440 W
Energy consumption (loan)

42 W
Energy consumption (in standby mode)

5.1 W
Electricity consumption (average operation)

- W
Energy Star, typical electrical consumption (TEC)

1.348 kWh/week

Logistics data

Harmonized System Code

84433100

Packaging information

Package weight

14670 g

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the weight of the Brother MFC-L2730DW printer?

The Brother MFC-L2730DW printer weighs 11,800 g.

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

It is advised to carefully remove the jammed paper. Turn off the printer and ensure that the print head is not sticking out of the paper and that no pieces of paper remain inside.

Why is my printer not recognizing the original cartridges?

Non-genuine cartridges may not be recognized by the printer, resulting in a message indicating that the cartridge is empty. Refer to the cartridge manual for solutions, and if the problem persists, contact the seller.

What could be the reasons for poor print quality?

Poor print quality can have several causes. Check if the toners or cartridges are full. Inkjet printers may require cleaning, while cartridges may be dry or the print head defective. For laser printers, calibration may be necessary.

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 is my inkjet printer leaving black streaks on prints?

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

What does the term DPI mean?

DPI stands for Dots Per Inch, indicating the number of ink droplets per inch on the paper during printing.

What is the size of the screen on the Brother MFC-L2730DW?

The screen on the Brother MFC-L2730DW measures 2.6 inches.

What is the height of the Brother MFC-L2730DW printer?

The height of the Brother MFC-L2730DW printer is 318 mm.

What is the width of the Brother MFC-L2730DW printer?

The Brother MFC-L2730DW printer has a width of 410 mm.

What is the depth of the Brother MFC-L2730DW?

The depth of the Brother MFC-L2730DW printer is 399 mm.

How do I load paper into the Brother MFC-L2730DW printer?

To load paper, open the paper tray at the front of the printer. Adjust the guides to match the width of the paper, place the paper in the tray ensuring it is aligned, then push the tray back in until it clicks.

Why is my printer unable to connect to my Wi-Fi network?

Check that your Brother MFC-L2730DW printer is within range of the Wi-Fi network and that the Wi-Fi function is enabled. Ensure it is connected to the correct network in the printer settings. If necessary, reconfigure the wireless settings and check that your router allows the printer to connect.

How do I scan a document and save it to my computer with the Brother MFC-L2730DW printer?

To scan a document, place it face down on the scanner glass or in the automatic document feeder. Press the 'Scan' button, choose the desired settings, then select where to save the scanned document on your computer and click 'Save'.

What should I do if my printer is not functioning as expected?

If your Brother MFC-L2730DW is experiencing issues, first check the ink or toner level. Ensure that the paper is loaded correctly and is not jammed. Also, check the print settings on your computer. If the problem persists, try restarting the printer or cleaning the print head via the maintenance menu.

How do I enable automatic duplex printing with the Brother MFC-L2730DW?

To enable automatic duplex printing, open the printer properties on your computer, go to the print preferences, and select the option for automatic duplex printing. Ensure that the paper type and size settings are correct, then click 'Apply' or 'OK'.

Does the Brother MFC-L2730DW use laser printing technology?

Yes, the Brother MFC-L2730DW uses laser printing technology, ensuring high-quality prints.

Is the Brother MFC-L2730DW capable of scanning in color?

No, the Brother MFC-L2730DW can only perform monochrome scans, meaning black and white.

Does the Brother MFC-L2730DW come with an LCD screen?

Yes, the Brother MFC-L2730DW is equipped with an LCD screen, making it easier to navigate and control the printer's functions.

What is the printing speed of the Brother MFC-L2730DW printer?

The printing speed of the Brother MFC-L2730DW is 34 pages per minute, which is considered fast for a monochrome printer.

Is the Brother MFC-L2730DW compatible with Mac operating systems?

Yes, the Brother MFC-L2730DW is compatible with Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan and Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra, making it usable with Mac computers.

Is the manual for the Brother MFC-L2730DW available in French?

Yes, the manual for the Brother MFC-L2730DW is available in French.

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