Brother HL-L8230CDW: Professional and Compact Color LED Printer

Highlights

• Up to 30 pages/min. print speed in B/W & Color
• Up to 12 pages/min. duplex print speed in B/W & Color
• 6.8 cm touchscreen color display
• 5 GHz Wi-Fi and USB
• 512 MB memory
• 250-sheet paper cassette
• Includes toner for up to 1,000 pages in black and 1,000 pages per color. Toner for up to 4,500 pages in black and 4,000 pages per color is available.
• Compatible with Brother and third-party solutions

Dimensions & Weight

Consumables

Toner (Included in delivery - Standard Toner)

• TN-248: 1 x 1,000 pages (B/W), 1,000 pages per color (C/M/Y)

Jumbo Toner

• TN-248XL: 3,000 pages (B/W), 2,300 pages per color (C/M/Y)

Super Jumbo Toner

• TN-249: 4,500 pages (B/W), 4,000 pages per color (C/M/Y)

Drum Unit

• DR-248CL: Up to 30,000 pages (3 pages/print job)

Transfer Belt Unit

• BU-229CL: Up to 60,000 pages (3 pages/print job)

Waste Toner Box

• WT-229CL: Up to 50,000 pages (5 pages/print job)

General

• Printing Technology: Electrophotographic LED Printer
• Memory: 512 MB
• Display: 6.8 cm Touchscreen Color Display
• Local Interface: Hi-Speed USB 2.0
• WLAN Network: Wi-Fi with 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz support
• Delivery Contents: HL-L8230CDW, starter toner, drum, power cord, installation guide, warranty card

Printer

• Print Speed (A4): Up to 30 pages/min. in B/W & Color (1-sided); Up to 12 pages/min. in B/W & Color (2-sided)
• Time to First Print (FPOT): Up to 12.5 seconds in B/W and Color
• Quiet Mode: Reduces printing noise by reducing print speed
• Resolution: Up to 600 x 600 dpi
• 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
• Internal Fonts (Postscript): 66 scalable fonts
• Internal Barcodes (PCL): 16 barcodes (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: Print up to 25 pages reduced onto one A4 page
• Poster Printing: Enlarge one A4 page onto 4, 9, or 25 A4 pages
• Toner Save Mode: Reduces toner consumption without affecting print speed
• Watermark Printing: Print with predefined text or custom user information
• Header/Footer: Add identification (date/time, custom message, or PC username) to printed documents
• Booklet Printing: Print documents in A5 booklet format using automatic or manual duplex printing
• Print Profiles: Save preferred print settings as profiles for easy reuse
• Manual Duplex Printing: Double-sided printing by manually turning the page (recommended for media not supported by automatic duplex printing)
• Reverse Print: Inverts the content of a printed document by 180°
• Universal Print (Microsoft 365): Seamless printing with native Universal Print support on Brother printers
• Print Job Completion Notification: Print notification sent to your PC when printing is complete
• Secure Print: Protect print jobs with a 4-digit release code required at the device to print

Operating Systems

• Windows: Windows 11 (32 & 64 bit) and later
• macOS: Printing via macOS requires AirPrint. Mac drivers are not provided.
• Linux: CUPS, LPD/LPRng (x86/x64)
• ChromeOS: Supports native printing from ChromeOS

Supported operating systems and the latest drivers can be found at brother.com

Drivers

• PCL Drivers: PCL6 (Standard)
• PostScript Universal Printer Driver: Printer driver for Windows that allows printing from any Brother printer connected locally or over the network that supports PostScript.

Paper Management

Paper Input

• Standard Paper Cassette: 250 sheets
• Multi-Purpose Tray: 30 sheets
• Output Tray: 150 sheets
• Envelope Printing: Yes, via the multi-purpose tray

Media Formats

• Standard Paper Cassette: DIN A4, Letter, Legal, Mexico Legal, India Legal, Executive, DIN A5, A5 Long Edge, DIN A6, B5 (JIS), B5 (ISO), B6 (JIS), A4 Short (270mm), Folio, 16K (195 x 270mm)
• Multi-Purpose Tray: Width 76.2 to 216 mm, Length 116 to 355.6 mm. Envelopes COM-10, DL, C5, Monarch

Media Types & Weight

• Standard Paper Cassette: Plain paper, recycled paper, thin paper, thick paper (60-163 g/m²)
• Multi-Purpose Tray: Plain paper, thin paper, thick paper, recycled paper, letterhead, envelopes (thin/thick), glossy paper (60-163 g/m²)
• Automatic Duplex Printing: Plain paper, thin paper, recycled paper (60-105 g/m²)

Mobile Printing & Web Connect

• Brother Mobile Connect (Android): Print from an Android device and check the device status
• Brother Mobile Connect (iPad/iPhone): Print from an iPad/iPhone and check the device status
• Apple AirPrint: Print most common file types from any AirPrint-enabled application
• Brother Print Service Plugin: Print from Android devices independently of specific apps
• Mopria™: Print the most common file types from Mopria™-supported Android devices
• Web Connect: Print without a PC via Box, Dropbox, Evernote, OneDrive, Google Drive™, OneNote

Network Management

• Unattended Installer: Centralized distribution and customization of drivers and software
• MSI Installer: Modular installer that can be distributed via Active Directory®
• BRAdmin: LAN/WLAN Management Software
• Embedded Web Server: Print server management via web browser
• Driver Deployment Wizard: Quick and easy installation of a Brother printer driver on a networked Windows PC
• Mass Deployment Tools: Provides a configuration interface for managing and deploying device settings
• Status Monitor: Monitor the status of the Brother device from your PC

Software

• Brother iPrint&Scan Desktop: Preview prints and monitor device status from Windows or macOS
• Brother Utilities: Provides installation guides, manuals, FAQs & troubleshooting, and contact information for Brother customer service in one place
• Easy Setup: Simplifies the Brother device installation process via PC, providing access to the correct drivers and software. More information at: https://setup.brother.com

Network

• WLAN Network: 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 via a WLAN router
• Wireless Setup Support: Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
• Wireless Applications: Vertical Pairing
• Mobile: Print from mobile devices using Brother Mobile Connect, AirPrint, Mopria
• Local Interface: Hi-Speed USB 2.0

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).
• SMTP-AUTH, SSL/TLS: (IPP, HTTP, SMTP, SNMP v3, 802.1x (EAP-FAST, PEAP, EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS), Kerberos, IPsec
• IPv4: ARP, RARP, BOOTP, DHCP, APIPA(Auto IP), WINS/NetBIOS name resolution, DNS Resolver, mDNS, LLMNR responder, LPR/LPD, Custom Raw Port/Port9100, SMTP Client, IPP/IPPS, FTP Server, CIFS Client, TELNET Server, SNMPv1/v2c/v3, HTTP/HTTPS server, TFTP client and server, ICMP, Web Services (Print), SNTP Client, LDAPS, IMAP4, Syslog
• IPv6: NDP, RA, DNS resolver, mDNS, LLMNR responder, LPR/LPD, Custom Raw Port/Port9100, IPP/IPPS, SMTP Client, FTP Server, CIFS Client, TELNET Server, SNMPv1/v2c/v3, HTTP/HTTPS server, TFTP client and server, ICMPv6, SNTP Client, LDAPS, Web Services (Print), Syslog
• IP Filter: Restrict network users who can access the device over the network (IPv4 only)
• Setting Lock: Locks the function keys (directly on the Brother device)
• Secure Print: Protect print jobs with a 4-digit release code required at the device to print
• Email Notifications: Automatically sends warnings about a status that could disrupt the printing process (e.g., toner low)
• Email Reports: Sends regular usage reports via email
• Automatic Intrusion Detection: Brother devices are inherently secure. The devices automatically detect security attacks and take preventive measures, including restarting if necessary, to ensure security.
• Firmware Updates: Automatic update to the latest firmware version, with the option to prevent older firmware versions from being received to prevent downgrades by unauthorized users.
• Cloud Secure Print: Enables password-protected printing from PC or mobile device without a driver.
• Certificate Management: Use the standard self-signed certificate, create a custom self-signed certificate, a certificate signing request (CSR), or an external public certificate and private key for secure network communication.
• User Lockout 3.0: Use a 4-digit PIN or password to identify and authenticate a person or group of users over a network. Allows access control for up to 100 users.
• Digitally Signed Firmware: Brother printer firmware is digitally signed and secure.
• Syslog: Allows IT administrators to access a single application (SIEM tool) to receive device status updates for audit purposes via Syslog.
• Active Directory/LDAP Authentication: Restrict access to Brother devices using AD/LDAP authentication. Employees can authenticate with their existing network credentials.
• Port-based Network Access Control (IEEE 802.1x): Brother devices fully comply with this standard to enable connection to an 802.1x EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol) protected network.
• Restrict Network Protocols: With the protocol control function, an administrator can restrict communication protocols (e.g., FTP, Telnet) as needed.
• Save Print Logs: Allows auditing of print log files stored on the CIFS server (recording of ID, type, name, user, date, time, and page count for each print job).

Optional Accessories

• Filter Holder FH-3100

Brother Solutions and Upgrades

• Compatible with: Order Supplies, Remote Panel, Request Help, ThinPrint Client, SecurePrint+, Barcode Print+

Third-Party Compatibility

• Brother Solutions Interface (BSI): Create powerful cloud and on-premise solutions that integrate Brother device's advanced print, scan, and security features directly. For more information, visit: www.brother.eu/developers
• Third-Party Solutions: Compatible with Brother Solutions Interface (BSI), including Kofax ControlSuite, YSoft, and others.

Print Volume

• Recommended Monthly: Up to 4,000 pages

Operating Environment Requirements

• 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)

Environment

• Power Consumption: Print: 560 W, Quiet Mode: 310 W, Standby Mode: 70 W, Sleep Mode: 10 W, Deep Sleep Mode: 0.5 W, Off: 0.04 W
• TEC Value: 0.48 kWh/week
• Sound Power Level: Print: B/W - 6.50 B(A), Color - 6.58 B(A). Standby Mode: silent. Quiet Mode: B/W - 5.86 dB(A), Color - 5.87 dB(A). Deep Sleep Mode: silent.
• Sound Pressure Level: PC Print (B/W & Color): 48 dB(A). Standby Mode: silent. Quiet Mode: 43 dB(A).
• Toner Save Mode: Reduces toner consumption and thus printing costs.

Certifications and Compliance

• 3 Year Guarantee
• Blauer Engel (Blue Angel)
• PTS Certified
• Works with Apple AirPrint
• Mopria Certified
• Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
• GS Certified

Commitment to the Environment

Brother's ecological approach is simple: We strive to take responsibility, act respectfully, and contribute to a society where Brother can foster sustainable development. Visit www.brotherearth.com for more information.