Brother MFC-L2710DW Series Compact Wireless Monochrome Laser All-in-One Printer User Manual

1. Introduction

This manual provides detailed instructions for the setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of your Brother MFC-L2710DW Series Compact Wireless Monochrome Laser All-in-One Printer. Please read this manual thoroughly before using your machine to ensure safe and efficient operation.

Figure 1: Front view of the Brother MFC-L2710DW Series All-in-One Printer.

2. Product Overview

The Brother MFC-L2710DW is a versatile monochrome laser all-in-one printer designed for home and small office environments. It offers printing, copying, scanning, and faxing capabilities with high-speed performance and various connectivity options.

Key Features:

• High-Speed Printing: Prints up to 32 pages per minute (ppm).
• Large Paper Capacity: A 250-sheet paper tray handles letter and legal-sized paper, reducing the frequency of refills.
• Flexible Paper Handling: A manual feed slot supports various paper types and sizes, including card stock and envelopes.
• Automatic Document Feeder (ADF): Up to 50-sheet capacity for efficient multi-page copying, scanning, and faxing.
• Wireless and Ethernet Connectivity: Allows printing from desktops, laptops, smartphones, and tablets over a network. Local connection via USB is also supported.
• Automatic Duplex Printing: Reduces paper consumption by printing on both sides of the page.
• Cost-Saving Features: Includes automatic duplex printing and toner save mode.
• Durable Design: Constructed for reliability in demanding environments.

Figure 2: Brother MFC-L2710DW Series Printer with approximate dimensions (15.7"D x 16.1"W x 10.7"H).

3. Setup

3.1 Unpacking the Machine

1. Carefully remove the printer from its packaging.
2. Remove all protective tapes and packing materials from the exterior and interior of the machine.
3. Locate the toner cartridge and drum unit.

3.2 Installing the Toner Cartridge and Drum Unit

1. Open the front cover of the printer.
2. Unpack the toner cartridge and drum unit assembly.
3. Insert the toner cartridge firmly into the drum unit until it locks into place.
4. Slide the combined toner and drum unit assembly into the printer until it clicks.
5. Close the front cover.

Figure 3: Illustration of installing a high-yield replacement toner cartridge into the Brother MFC-L2710DW printer.

3.3 Loading Paper

1. Pull the paper tray completely out of the machine.
2. Adjust the paper guides to fit the size of your paper.
3. Load paper into the tray, ensuring it is below the maximum paper mark.
4. Gently push the paper tray back into the machine.

Figure 4: Loading paper into the 250-sheet capacity paper tray.

3.4 Connecting the Power Cord

Connect the power cord to the AC power outlet. The machine will power on automatically.

3.5 Network and USB Connection

• Wireless Setup: Follow the on-screen instructions on the printer's LCD panel to connect to your Wi-Fi network. Alternatively, use the Brother iPrint&Scan app for guided setup.
• Ethernet Connection: Connect an Ethernet cable from your router to the Ethernet port on the back of the printer.
• USB Connection: For a direct connection, use a USB cable to connect the printer to your computer.

4. Operating Instructions

4.1 Printing

• Ensure the printer is connected to your network or computer.
• From your computer or mobile device, select the print option in your application.
• Choose "Brother MFC-L2710DW Series" from the list of available printers.
• Adjust print settings (e.g., number of copies, paper size, duplex printing) as needed.
• Click "Print".

4.2 Copying

1. Place your document face down on the scanner glass or face up in the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF).
2. On the printer's control panel, press the COPY button.
3. Use the numeric keypad to enter the number of copies.
4. Press Start.

Figure 5: The Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) simplifies multi-page tasks.

4.3 Scanning

1. Place your document face down on the scanner glass or face up in the ADF.
2. On the printer's control panel, press the SCAN button.
3. Select your desired scan destination (e.g., PC, Email, FTP).
4. Adjust scan settings if necessary.
5. Press Start.

4.4 Faxing

1. Connect a phone line to the LINE jack on the back of the printer.
2. Place your document face down on the scanner glass or face up in the ADF.
3. On the printer's control panel, press the FAX button.
4. Enter the recipient's fax number using the numeric keypad.
5. Press Start.

4.5 Wireless and Mobile Printing

The MFC-L2710DW supports wireless printing from various devices. Ensure your device is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as the printer. For mobile printing, download the Brother iPrint&Scan app or use compatible services like Apple AirPrint or Google Cloud Print.

Figure 6: Printing directly from a mobile device to the Brother MFC-L2710DW.

4.6 Automatic Duplex Printing

To save paper, enable automatic duplex printing in your printer settings when printing from a computer or mobile device. The printer will automatically print on both sides of the paper.

Figure 7: The printer performing automatic 2-sided printing.

4.7 Manual Feed Slot

Use the manual feed slot for printing on special media such as envelopes, labels, or thicker paper. Insert one sheet at a time into the manual feed slot located on the front of the printer.

5. Maintenance

5.1 Replacing Toner Cartridges and Drum Unit

When the toner is low or the drum unit needs replacement, the printer's LCD will display a message. Follow these steps:

1. Open the front cover.
2. Remove the toner cartridge and drum unit assembly.
3. Separate the toner cartridge from the drum unit.
4. Install the new toner cartridge into the drum unit or replace the entire drum unit if necessary.
5. Reinsert the assembly into the printer and close the front cover.

Brother offers a recycling program for used toner and drum units. Visit the official Brother website for details on how to participate.

5.2 Cleaning the Printer

Regularly clean the exterior of the printer with a soft, lint-free cloth. For internal cleaning, refer to the detailed instructions in the full user guide available on the Brother support website.

6. Troubleshooting

6.1 Common Issues and Solutions:

• Printer Not Responding:
  • Check power connections.
  • Verify network connectivity (Wi-Fi or Ethernet) or USB cable connection.
  • Restart the printer and your computer/device.
• Paper Jams:
  • Open all covers and carefully remove any jammed paper.
  • Ensure paper is loaded correctly in the tray and not overfilled.
• Poor Print Quality:
  • Check toner levels and replace if low.
  • Clean the drum unit or replace if damaged.
  • Ensure you are using appropriate paper for your print job.
• Wireless Connection Issues:
  • Confirm your Wi-Fi password is correct.
  • Ensure the printer is within range of your wireless router.
  • Restart your router and printer.

For more detailed troubleshooting, refer to the comprehensive guide on the Brother support website or contact Brother customer support.

7. Specifications

8. Warranty and Support

Your Brother MFC-L2710DW Series printer comes with a limited warranty. For specific warranty terms and conditions, please refer to the warranty documentation included with your product or visit the official Brother support website.

For technical support, driver downloads, and additional resources, please visit the Brother Support Website.