Brother HL-L5210DW
Professional Monochrome Laser Printer for Workgroups
Designed for the highest demands with flexible connectivity options, high print speeds, and high-quality print results you can rely on. Combined with its robust construction and flexible paper handling options, this makes the HL-L5210DW the ideal device for workgroups.
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Highlights:
- Up to 48 ppm print speed
- Duplex print speed up to 24 ppm
- 1x16 character LC-display
- Gigabit LAN, 5 GHz Wi-Fi
- 256 MB memory
- 250-sheet¹ paper tray, expandable up to 1,290 sheets¹
- 3,000-page² toner included, optional toner for up to 11,000 pages² available
- Compatible with Brother Upgrades
Dimensions and Weight
| With Carton (W x H x D) | Without Carton (W x H x D) | |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 485 x 372 x 450 mm – 13.2 kg | 373 x 257 x 388 mm – 11.0 kg |
Consumables
| Item | Included | Standard Toner | Jumbo Toner | Super-Jumbo Toner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toner | 1 x 3,000 pages | TN-3600 - 3,000 pages | TN-3600XL - 6,000 pages | TN-3600XXL - 11,000 pages |
| Drum | DR-3600 - 75,000 pages (3 pages/print job) | |||
Print Volume
Recommended monthly: Up to 5,000 pages.
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Blauer Engel environmental certification logo.
Works with Apple AirPrint logo.
General Specifications
| Technology | Electrophotographic Laser Printer |
| Memory | 256 MB |
| Control Panel | 1x16 character LC-display |
| Local Interface | USB 2.0 Hi-Speed |
| LAN Interface | Gigabit-LAN |
| WLAN Interface | 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz |
| Package Contents | Device, toner cartridge, drum, power cord, installation guide, warranty card. |
Printer Specifications
| Print Speed (A4) | Simplex: 48 ppm, Duplex: 24 ppm |
| First Print Out Time (FPOT)⁴ | Less than 6.7 seconds |
| Quiet Mode | Mode to reduce printing noise by reducing print speed. |
| Resolution | Up to 1,200 x 1,200 dpi |
| Printer Languages | PCL6, BR-Script3, IBM Proprinter XL, Epson FX-850, PDF 1.7, XPS 1.0 |
| Internal Fonts (PCL) | 73 scalable fonts, 12 bitmap fonts |
| Internal Barcodes (PCL) | 16 barcodes (Code39, Interleaved 2 of 5, FIM, PostNet, EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC-A, UPC-E, Codabar, ISBN, Code128, EAN128, Code93, GS1Databar, MSI) |
| Internal Fonts (Postscript) | 66 scalable fonts |
Printer Driver Functions
- N-up Printing⁵: Reduce up to 25 A4 pages onto one A4 page.
- Poster Printing⁶: Enlarge 1 A4 page to 4, 9, 16, or 25 A4 pages.
- Toner Save Mode: Reduces toner consumption without affecting print speed.
- Watermark Printing⁶: Print with predefined text or custom information.
- Header & Footer⁶: Add identification to your printed documents (date, time, custom message, or PC username).
- Brochure Printing: Print documents in A5 brochure format using automatic or manual duplex printing.
- Print Profiles⁵: Save your preferred print settings as a profile for easy reuse.
- Upside Down Printing⁶: Rotate the content of a printed document by 180°.
- Carbon Copy⁶: Print additional copies of the same document on paper from additional paper trays.
- Print Job Notification: Print notification sent to your PC when printing.
- Manual Duplex Printing: Manual double-sided printing by manually turning the page (recommended for media not supported by duplex printing).
- Match Media⁷: Assign an ID to a specific paper tray to simplify selection of different media types from a tray.
- Skip Paper Tray⁷: Configure paper tray selection to avoid specific trays/media for regular printing.
- Job Separation: Insert a different colored sheet between print jobs for easy identification.
- Secure Print/Secure Print⁶: Protect print jobs with a 4-digit release code required at the device to print them.
- ID Printing: Add identification features to your printed documents (date, time, custom message, or PC username).
Printer Drivers
| Windows | Windows 11 (32 and 64-bit versions) and later. |
| macOS | Apple AirPrint. |
| Linux | CUPS, LPD/LPRng (i686 and x86_64). |
| ChromeOS | Supports native printing from ChromeOS. |
| PCL Driver | Generic PCL XL Driver. |
| PostScript Universal Print Driver | Driver for Windows to use on any network or locally connected Brother printer. |
Supported operating systems and the latest drivers can be found at support.brother.com.
Paper Management and Template Management
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Paper Input² | Standard Paper Cassette: 250 sheets Multi-Purpose Tray: 100 sheets Output Tray: 150 sheets |
| Envelope Printing | Yes, via Multi-Purpose Tray. |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | DIN A4. |
| Media Formats | Standard Paper Cassette: DIN A4, Letter, B5(JIS), DIN A5, DIN A5(landscape), DIN A6, Executive, Legal, Mexico Legal, India Legal, A4 short (270mm), Folio, 16K. Optional Paper Cassettes: DIN A4, Letter, B5(JIS), DIN A5, Executive, Legal, Mexico Legal, India Legal, A4 short (270mm), Folio, 16K. Multi-Purpose Tray: Width: 69.8 mm to 215.9 mm, Length: 127 mm to 355.6 mm, Envelopes: COM-10, DL, C5, Monarch. |
| Media Types and Weights | Standard Paper Cassette: Plain paper, letterhead, colored paper, thin paper, recycled paper, thick paper; 60-163 g/m². Optional Paper Cassettes: Plain paper, letterhead, colored paper, thin paper, recycled paper, thick paper; 60-120 g/m². Multi-Purpose Tray: Plain paper, letterhead, colored paper, thin paper, thick paper, extra thick paper, recycled paper, cardstock, labels, envelopes (thick and thin); 60-230 g/m². Automatic Duplex Printing: Plain paper, letterhead, colored paper, thin paper, recycled paper; 64-105 g/m². |
Mobile & Web Connect
- Brother Mobile Connect (Android): Print and check device status from an Android device.
- Brother Mobile Connect (iPad/iPhone): Print and check device status from an iPad/iPhone.
- Brother Print Service Plugin⁸: Print from an Android device without a special app.
- Apple AirPrint: Print from any AirPrint-enabled application.
- Mopria™: Print the most common file types from Mopria™-supported Android devices.
Network
| LAN | Gigabit Ethernet (10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T). |
| Local Interface | Hi-Speed USB 2.0. |
| WLAN | 2.4 GHz: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n (Infrastructure Mode), IEEE 802.11 g/n (Wi-Fi Direct). 5 GHz: IEEE 802.11 a/n (Infrastructure Mode), IEEE 802.11 a/n (Wi-Fi Direct). |
| Wi-Fi Direct® | Wireless printing without a router connection (automatic and manual). |
| WLAN Setup Support | Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). |
| WLAN Applications | Vertical Pairing. |
Network Management
- Unattended Installer⁶: Central distribution and customization of drivers and software.
- MSI Installer⁶: Modular installer deployable via Active Directory.
- BRAdmin⁶,⁸: LAN/WAN Management Software from Brother.
- Embedded Web Server: Web-based print management software on the device.
- Driver Deployment Wizard⁶,⁸: A fast and easy way to install Brother printer drivers on a networked Windows PC.
- Mass Deployment Tool⁶,⁸: Easy creation of printer drivers for seamless deployment across your network.
- Status Monitor⁶: Monitor your machine's status from your computer.
Security Features
| LAN Security | APOP, SMTP-AUTH, SSL/TLS (IPPS, HTTPS, FTPS, SMTP, POP3, IMAP4), SNMP v3, 802.1x (EAP-MD5, EAP-FAST, PEAP, EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS), Kerberos, IPsec. |
| WLAN Security | WEP 64/128 bit, WPA-PSK (TKIP/AES), WPA2-PSK (TKIP/AES), WPA3-SAE (AES). *Wi-Fi Direct only for WPA2-PSK (AES). |
| Secure Print | Protect print jobs with a 4-digit release code required at the device to print them. |
| Email Notifications | The device can automatically send email notifications when attention is needed (e.g., toner low). |
| Email Reports | Receive regular usage reports via email. |
| Automatic Intrusion Detection | Devices automatically detect security threats and take preventive measures, including restarting to ensure device security. |
| Firmware Updates | Can be set to reject older firmware versions to prevent downgrades by unauthorized users. |
| Cloud Secure Print | Enables password-protected release of print jobs without drivers. |
| Lock Screen | Locks the function keypad directly on the device. |
| Syslog | Allows IT administrators to access a single application (SIEM tool) for device status updates for audit purposes via Syslog. |
| User Lock 3.0 | Use a 4-digit PIN or password to identify and authenticate users over a network, allowing access control for up to 100 users. |
| Digitally Signed Firmware | Firmware for Brother print and scan devices is digitally signed and secure. |
| Port-based Network Access Control (IEEE 802.1x) | Devices comply with this standard for connection to 802.1x EAP-protected networks. |
| Network Protocol Restriction | Administrators can restrict communication protocols (e.g., FTP, Telnet) as needed. |
| Print Log | Enables checking a print log file stored on a CIFS server, recording ID, type, name, user, date, time, and page count for each print job. |
| Secure Key Management | Provides a default self-signed certificate or creates a custom self-signed certificate/CSR/external public certificate/private key for secure network communication. |
| IP Filter | IP address-based access restriction (IPv4 only). |
Optional Accessories
| Paper Cassettes (optional) | LT-5505: 250 sheets² (max. 2x) LT-6505: 520 sheets² (max. 2x), (1 x LT-5505 + 1 x LT-6505) |
| Filter Holder | FH-1100. Recommended only in conjunction with Quiet Mode. |
Software
- Brother iPrint & Scan Desktop⁵,⁸: Print and check device status from a Windows or macOS PC.
- Utilities: Provides setup guides, manuals, FAQs, troubleshooting, and contact information for Brother customer service.
- Easy Setup: Easy access to drivers and software for installing your Brother device via support.brother.com.
Solutions & Upgrades
Compatible with upgrades: ThinPrint Client, Barcode Print+.
Operating Requirements
| Power Supply | 220-240V AC 50/60Hz. |
| Operating Environment | Humidity 20-80%, 10°C-32.5°C (50°F-90.5°F). |
| Storage Environment | Humidity 35-85%, 0°C-40°C (32°F-104°F). |
Ecology
| Power Consumption¹⁰ | Printing: 670 W Printing in Quiet Mode: 430 W Standby: 31 W Sleep Mode: 5.5 W Deep Sleep Mode: 0.5 W Off: 0.05 W |
| Sound Power Level¹¹ | Printing: 7.07 B(A) Standby: 4.90 B(A) Quiet Mode: 6.54 B(A) Deep Sleep Mode: silent. |
| Sound Pressure Level¹¹ | Printing: approx. 54.0 dB(A) Standby: 35.0 dB(A) Quiet Mode: 50.0 dB(A). |
| Blauer Engel | Yes. |
| Toner Save Mode | Reduces toner consumption and printing costs. |
| TEC Value | 0.59 kWh/Week. |
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