Brother HL-L3215CW Color LED Printer with WLAN
Model: HL-L3215CW
Connectivity: 5 GHz Wireless
Websites: www.brother.de, www.brother.at
General Specifications
| Technology | Electrophotographic LED Printer |
| Memory | 256 MB |
| Display | 1-line LC Display |
| Local Interface | USB 2.0 Hi-Speed |
| WLAN Interface | 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz |
| Package Contents | Unit, Starter Toner, Drum, Power Cable, Installation Guide, Warranty Card [Brother Logo] |
Color Printer Features
| Print Speed (A4) | Simplex: 18 ppm (Mono & Color) |
| Time to First Print (FPOT) [1] | Less than 15.0 seconds |
| Internal Fonts (PostScript) | 66 scalable fonts |
| Quiet Mode | Reduces printing noise by lowering print speed. |
| Printer Languages | PCL5e, PCL5c, PCL6 (PCL XL Class 3.0), BR-Script3, PDF Version 1.7 |
| Internal Fonts (PCL) | 73 scalable fonts, 12 bitmap fonts |
| Resolution | Up to 600 x 2,400 dpi |
| Barcodes (PCL) | 16 barcode types: Code39, Interleaved 2 of 5, FIM (US-PostNet), Post Net (US-PostNet), EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC-A, UPC-E, Codabar, ISBN EAN), ISBN UPC-E), Code128 (set A, set B, set C), EAN128 (set A, set B, set C), Code93, GS1Databar, MSI |
Printer Driver Functions
- N-up Printing [2]: Reduce up to 25 A4 pages onto one A4 page.
- Poster Printing [3]: Enlarge 1 A4 page to 4, 9, 16, or 25 A4 pages.
- Toner Save Mode: Reduces toner consumption without affecting print speed.
- Print Profiles [2]: Save preferred print settings as a profile for easy reuse.
- Reverse Print [3]: Rotate document content by 180 degrees.
- Print Job Completion Notification: Sends a notification to your PC when printing is complete.
- Watermark Print [3]: Print with predefined text or custom user information.
- Header/Footer [3]: Add identification to printed documents (Date/Time, short custom message, or PC username).
- Booklet Printing: Print documents in A5 booklet format using automatic or manual duplex printing.
Printer Drivers
| Windows | Windows 11 (32- and 64-bit editions) and later. |
| macOS | Printing via macOS requires AirPrint. Mac drivers are not provided. |
| Linux | CUPS, LPD/LPRng (x86/x64 environment). |
| ChromeOS | Supports native printing from ChromeOS. |
| PCL Driver | PCL6 (Standard). |
| Universal Printer Driver | For Windows, allows printing to any network or locally connected Brother printer. |
Latest drivers available for free download at http://support.brother.com
Paper Management and Template Management [4]
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Paper Feeder | Standard Paper Cassette: 250 sheets DIN A4 Manual Feed Slot: 1 sheet Output Tray: 150 sheets DIN A4 |
| Envelope Printing | Yes, via Manual Feed Slot. |
| Media Formats (Paper Cassette) | A4, Letter, Legal, Mexico Legal, India Legal, Executive, A5, A5 Long Edge, A6, B5 (JIS), B5 (ISO), B6 (JIS), A4 Short (270mm), Folio, 16K (195x270mm). |
| Media Formats (Manual Feed Slot) | Width: 76.2 to 216 mm, Length: 116 to 355.6 mm. Envelopes: COM-10, DL, C5, Monarch. |
| Media Types and Weights (Paper Cassette) | Plain paper, thin paper, recycled paper (60-105 g/m²). |
| Media Types and Weights (Manual Feed Slot) | Plain paper, thin paper, recycled paper, bond paper, thin/thick envelopes, labels, glossy paper (60-105 g/m²). |
Mobile & Web Connect
- Brother Mobile Connect [5] (Android): Print and check device status from an Android device.
- Brother Mobile Connect [5] (iPad / iPhone): Print and check device status from an iPad/iPhone.
- Apple AirPrint [5]: Print from any AirPrint-enabled application.
- Brother Print Service Plugin [5]: Print from an Android device without a dedicated app.
- Mopria™: Print from Mopria™ certified Android devices.
Network Management
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Network Management Software | BRAdmin [2,6]: LAN/WAN Management Software from Brother. |
| Web based Management | Print Server Management via Web Browser. |
| Status Monitor | Monitor device status from your computer. |
| Driver Deployment Wizard [3,7] | Faster, easier way to install Brother printer drivers on a networked Windows PC. |
Software
- Brother iPrint & Scan Desktop [2,6]: Print and monitor device status from Windows or macOS.
- Utilities: Provides setup guides, manuals, FAQs, troubleshooting, and Brother customer support contact.
- Easy Setup: Easy access to drivers and software for installing your Brother device via support.brother.com.
Network Connectivity
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| WLAN Interface (2.4GHz) | IEEE 802.11 b/g/n (Infrastructure Mode), IEEE 802.11 g/n (Wi-Fi Direct). |
| WLAN Interface (5GHz) | IEEE 802.11 a/n (Infrastructure Mode), IEEE 802.11 a/n (Wi-Fi Direct). |
| Wi-Fi Direct™ | Wireless printing without a router connection. |
| Wireless Setup Support | Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). |
| WLAN Applications | Vertical Pairing. |
Security Features
- WLAN Security: WEP 64/128 bit, WPA-PSK (TKIP/AES), WPA2-PSK (TKIP/AES), WPA3-SAE (AES). *Wi-Fi Direct supports only WPA2-PSK (AES).
- Protocols: APOP, SMTP-AUTH, SSL/TLS (IPP, HTTP, FTP, SMTP, POP3, IMAP4), SNMP v3, 802.1x (EAP-FAST, PEAP, EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS), Kerberos, IPsec.
- IPv4 Support: ARP, RARP, BOOTP, DHCP, APIPA (Auto IP), WINS/NetBIOS name resolution, DNS Resolver, mDNS, LLMNR responder, LPR/LPD, Custom Raw Port/Port9100, POP3, SMTP Client, IPP/IPPS, FTP Client and Server, CIFS Client, TELNET Server, SNMPv1/v2c/v3, HTTP/HTTPS server, TFTP client and server, ICMP, Web Services (Print/Scan), SNTP Client, LDAPS, IMAP4, Syslog.
- IPv6 Support: NDP, RA, DNS resolver, mDNS, LLMNR responder, LPR/LPD, Custom Raw Port/Port9100, IPP/IPPS, POP3, SMTP Client, FTP Client and Server, CIFS Client, TELNET Server, SNMPv1/v2c/v3, HTTP/HTTPS server, TFTP client and server, ICMPv6, SNTP Client, LDAPS, Web Services (Print/Scan), IMAP4, Syslog.
- Cloud Secure Print: Allows password-protected release of print jobs without needing drivers.
- Secure Print: Protect print jobs with a 4-digit release code required at the device for printing.
- Email Notifications: Device can automatically send email notifications when attention is needed (e.g., low toner).
- Automatic Intrusion Detection: Brother printers are designed to be secure, detecting security attacks and taking preventative measures like restarting to ensure device security.
- Firmware Updates: In addition to automatic update warnings, the printer can be set to reject older firmware versions to prevent unauthorized downgrades.
- Email Reports: Receive regular usage reports via email.
- Settings Lock: Locks the control panel (on the device).
- Secure Key Management: Provides a default self-signed certificate or allows creation of a custom self-signed certificate/CSR/external public certificate/private key for secure network communication.
- IP Filter: IP address-based access restriction (IPv4 only).
- User Lock 3.0: Use a 4-digit PIN or password to identify and authenticate users over a network, enabling access control for up to 100 users.
- Digital Signed Firmware: Brother printer firmware is digitally signed and secure.
- Syslog: Allows IT administrators to access a single application (SIEM tool) for device status updates for auditing via Syslog.
- On-Premise Active Directory/LDAP(s) Authentication: Restrict access to Brother devices using AD/LDAP(s) authentication. Employees can authenticate with existing network credentials.
- Network Protocol Restriction: The Protocol Control feature allows administrators to restrict communication protocols (e.g., FTP, Telnet) as needed.
- Port-based Network Access Control (IEEE 802.1x): Brother devices fully comply with this standard to enable connection to an 802.1x EAP-protected network.
- Print Protocol Storage: Enables auditing of print job logs stored on a CIFS server, recording ID, type, name, user, date, time, and page count for each job.
Consumables
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Toner Included [8] | 1 x 1,000 pages (BK), 1 x 1,000 pages (CMY) |
| Standard Toner [8] | TN-248 (1,000 pages BK, 1,000 pages CMY) |
| Jumbo Toner [8] | TN-248XL (3,000 pages BK, 2,300 pages CMY) |
| Transfer Unit [8] | BU-229CL (Up to 50,000 pages, based on 2 pages/print job) |
| Drum Unit [8] | DR-248CL (Up to 30,000 pages, based on 3 pages/print job) |
| Waste Toner Box [8] | WT-229CL (Up to 50,000 pages, based on 5 pages/print job) |
Dimensions & Weight
| Description | Dimensions (WxHxD) | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| With Carton | 488 x 370 x 488 mm | 17.50 kg |
| Without Carton | 399 x 239 x 399 mm | 14.70 kg |
Operating Requirements
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 220-240V AC 50/60Hz |
| Operating Environment | Humidity: 20-80%, Temperature: 10°C - 32.5°C (50°F - 90.5°F) |
| Storage Environment | Humidity: 35-85%, Temperature: 0°C - 40°C (32°F - 104°F) |
Environmental Information
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Power Consumption [10] | Printing: 430 W Printing (Quiet Mode): 310 W Standby: 70 W Sleep: 10 W Deep Sleep: 0.5 W Powered Off: 0.04 W |
| TEC Value | 0.28 kWh/week |
| Sound Power Level [11] | Printing (Mono): 6.25 B(A) Printing (Color): 6.17 B(A) Standby: Silent Quiet Mode (Mono): 5.86 B(A) Quiet Mode (Color): 5.92 B(A) Deep Sleep: Silent |
| Sound Pressure Level [11] | PC Printing: approx. 46.0 dB(A) Standby: Silent Quiet Mode: 43.0 dB(A) |
| Blue Angel Certification | Yes [Blue Angel Certified] |
| Toner Save Mode Benefit | Reduces toner consumption and printing costs. |
Footnotes and Disclaimers
[1] Print from standby and standard paper cassette.
[2] Windows and macOS AirPrint only.
[3] Windows only.
[4] Capacity measured with 80 g/m² paper.
[5] Optional download.
[6] Internet connection required.
[7] Additional software required, optional free download from Brother Solutions Center at http://support.brother.com.
[8] Approximate toner and waste toner box yields according to ISO/IEC 19752.
[9] Print volumes can be used to compare the planned lifespan between Brother products. For maximum durability, it is recommended to choose a device with a print volume well above your requirements.
[10] All values are approximate. Power consumption varies depending on the operating environment and wear of consumables.
[11] Sound pressure and sound power levels according to ISO 7779.
Changes, errors, and misprints reserved. The named names and product designations are trademarks of their respective manufacturers. 01.07.2025/mr.
Environmental Commitment
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Compatible with the Decapro EcoPro Toner Subscription from Brother [Decapro EcoPro Toner].
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