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Brother Hl-3270cdw

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Brand Brother 2011
Model HL-3270CDW
Released Year 2011
Type Printers
Series Hl
Status Active
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Overview

The Brother HL-3270CDW is a color laser printer tailored for office environments that demand speed and quality. It supports printing resolutions up to 2400 x 600 dpi, delivering sharp and vibrant prints. Equipped with a 250-sheet input tray and a 50-sheet multipurpose tray, it accommodates diverse paper sizes and types. The printer features wireless connectivity including Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct, enabling flexible placement and convenient mobile printing. A 266 MHz processor and 64 MB of RAM underpin reliable performance for medium-volume print jobs. Duplex (double-sided) printing is supported, contributing to paper savings and efficiency in document production.

It incorporates a robust set of toner cartridges specialized for color and monochrome output, ensuring longevity and print consistency. The control interface includes an intuitive LCD screen that simplifies printer management and configuration tasks. Additionally, compatibility with Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems makes integration seamless across varied network environments. The device supports various print languages such as PCL6 and BR-Script3 for enhanced printing flexibility. Altogether, the Brother HL-3270CDW blends print quality, speed, and connectivity features suitable for professional office applications.

Specifications

Input Type Color
Memory 64 MB RAM
Output Type Color
MPN HL-3270CDW
Supported Paper Size A4 (210 x 297 mm), A5 (148 x 210 mm), A6 (105 x 148 mm)
Type Workgroup Printer
Technology Laser
Maximum Resolution 2400 x 600 DPI
Model Brother HL-3270CDW
Connectivity Hi-Speed USB 2.0, Wireless 802.11b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Features Duplex
Black Print Speed 25 ppm
Product Line Brother HL
Printer Type Color Laser Printer
Print Resolution Up to 2400 x 600 dpi
Print Speed Up to 23 pages per minute (color and mono)
Processor 266 MHz
Paper Input Capacity 250-sheet standard tray, 50-sheet multipurpose tray
Paper Output Capacity 150 sheets
Duplex Printing Automatic duplex printing supported
Supported OS Windows, Mac OS, Linux
Print Languages PCL6, BR-Script3 (PostScript 3 Emulation)
Display 1-line LCD display
Toner Type Individual CMYK toner cartridges
Dimensions (W x D x H) 410 mm x 475 mm x 240 mm
Weight 20.6 kg
Monthly Duty Cycle Up to 30,000 pages
Recommended Monthly Volume 250 to 1,500 pages
Power Consumption Approx. 450W printing, 9.1W ready mode

Key Advantages

The HL-3270CDW offers high quality color laser printing with vibrant output for professional documents. It features built-in wireless networking with Wi-Fi Direct, enabling mobile and remote printing without additional hardware. Duplex printing capability reduces paper usage and supports sustainability initiatives in offices. The printer includes a sizable paper capacity (250 + 50 sheets), minimizing frequent reloads during busy print cycles. It supports multiple print languages, ensuring broad compatibility with diverse print jobs and software applications. Additionally, its compact footprint fits comfortably into office workspaces without sacrificing performance.

Limitations

While print speeds are competitive for its category, they may lag slightly behind newer color laser printers. The memory size at 64 MB may limit processing of complex or large print jobs compared to models with expandable RAM. It lacks a touchscreen interface, relying instead on buttons and a small LCD that could reduce ease of use for some. The initial cost of replacement toner cartridges can be relatively high, affecting total cost of ownership. Scanning and copying functions are absent since it is a printer-only device, requiring separate multifunction units for these tasks. Wireless security features are standard but may lack advanced options found in more recent models.

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