One of the best mono laser printers is Brother HL2140 driver. It’s cheaper to run because it doesn’t need color toner, yet gives the best quality result. This printer is gaining popularity in the UK after the release date was announced. Here is a quick review for this printer.
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Brother HL2140 Design and Features
1. Design
It appears as a neat printer with a very stylish look because of its heavy curves at the edges. The only available color is light grey and it’s perfect for the monochrome theme of your small or big office. At the top of the printer, there’s a power button with light blue color.
As a compact printer, the dimensions of it is 6.69 x 14.49 x 14.21 inch (HxDxW). It doesn’t need a large place to put in your office. However, the weight is about 14lbs and it’s impractical if you plan to have portable printer. It’s perfect for steady office only.
2. Big tray
For a small to medium office, this printer is suitable enough because of tray capacity. Total input is 250 sheets, while the output is 100 sheets. You can place many kinds of letter types starting from letter, A4, B5, A5 and A6. Maximum A series is A4.
3. LED lights
There some LED lights you’ll find at the top of the printer. The main function is showing the warning of toner, error, and drum status. As long as the specs of this series work well, the LED lights will work without any problems. It has three different colors.
4. Connectivity
The main connectivity of this printer is USB 2.0. That’s why you need software to install first before you go printing using your computer. Setup for connectivity is easy, because the operating system will recognize it in a very quick time. However, there’s no Ethernet for this printer.
5. T&D
T&D feature is a great innovation from Brother to separate Toner and Drum. Though it’s unusual for a printer brand, this innovation is the special feature you will not find in other brands. T&D helps the printer to lower their ink and toner consumption to save cost.
Brother HL2140 Performance
1. Speed
The fastest output from Brother HL2140 driver is 22 papers per minute. It’s still slower than many mono laser printers, but the quality always turns out well. It takes about 5-10 seconds for the printer to be ready before its first printing. The heat won’t curl the paper.
2. Image quality
Users will always have different needs toward image quality. Thankfully, Brother produces this printer with some options of printing quality from 300, 600 and 1,200 dpi. They are all capable of putting out the best result with clear and clean text.
3. Power consumption
The best part of performance from this printer is power consumption. Unlike other printers, Brother LH2140 driver only needs about less than 460 watt when it’s working. In stand by mode, it takes 80.0 watt only. It’s a power saving printer at the market.
4. Efficient
Compared to printers nowadays, HL2140 is very straightforward and efficient. Changing the cartridge is easy even for a beginner. Unit rated for the cartridge is 1000 pages. So, you have to think about replacement before it’s running out. It’s better to use a cartridge from Brother.
5. Toner cartridge capacity
Toner cartridge capacity is the most important thing to consider. Usually, Brother gives a cartridge with 1,500 pages as their standard rated. However for this printer, Brother only gives about 1,000 pages capacity. It’s fair since the selling price isn’t high.
6. Manual duplex
It’s bad news if you want duplex printing because it doesn’t work well here. The feature isn’t included in this series, but you can do it manually. Manual duplex is easy and the result is excellent though. Make sure you put the paper properly.
7. Easy software installation
You don’t have to worry about software installation because you’ll get the guide and CD for free once you buy it. The process is simple and doesn’t take too long. You just have to connect the machine using the USB port to other devices and let the process finish.
Brother HL2140 Pros &Cons
Pros
- Straightforward functions
- Compact design
- Efficient for toner
- Free software
- Easy installation.
Cons
- No duplex
- Less capacity for cartridge
- The speed isn’t as fast as other series
Compatible Operating System
Windows
Windows XP/ Vista/ 7/ 8.0/ 8.1/ 10 in 23/64 bit.
Mac
Mac OS 10.5/ 10.6/ 10.7/ 10.8/ 10.9/ 10.10/ 10.11/ 10.12/ 10.13/ 10.14/ 10.15.
Brother HL2140 driver is a good printer with great performance for home office. It doesn’t cost that much because the price is affordable. Get one for your office to support your productivity.
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