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Brother Printer HL6180DW

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Brand Brother Printer 2012
Model HL6180DW
Released Year 2012
Type Printers
Series 61
Item Weight 25.4 pounds
Maximum Media Size 8.5 x 14 inch
Product Dimensions 15.1 x 14.6 x 11.3 inches
Status Discontinued
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Overview

The Brother HL-6180DW is a monochrome laser printer designed for office use, offering high-speed printing with a maximum resolution of 1200 x 1200 dpi. It supports automatic duplex printing, reducing paper consumption and improving efficiency. Connectivity options include USB 2.0, Ethernet, and 802.11b/g/n wireless, enabling flexible network integration. The printer utilizes a 500-sheet input tray and supports an optional 250-sheet multipurpose tray for increased paper handling. It is powered by a 266 MHz processor combined with 64 MB RAM, ensuring quick processing of print jobs. The HL-6180DW supports a wide range of paper sizes, including letter, legal, executive, and envelopes.

It uses Brother's TN-420 or TN-410 toner cartridges which provide high yield in printing volume. Designed for small to medium-sized offices, the device offers high reliability and consistent print quality with its mono laser technology. The printer supports various operating systems including Windows, Mac OS, and Linux, making it versatile and user-friendly in mixed environments.

Specifications

Printer type Monochrome Laser Printer
Print speed Up to 40 pages per minute
Print resolution Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi
Processor 266 MHz
Memory 64 MB RAM
Connectivity USB 2.0, Ethernet, 802.11b/g/n Wireless
Paper handling 500-sheet input tray, 250-sheet multipurpose tray (optional), automatic duplex printing
Supported paper sizes Letter, Legal, Executive, Envelopes
Operating systems Windows, Mac OS, Linux
Toner cartridge Brother TN-410/TN-420
Dimensions (WxDxH) 14.7 x 15.7 x 13.2 inches
Weight 21.8 lbs
Display 2-line LCD
Energy star certified Yes
Maximum Media Size 8.5 x 14 inch
Power Consumption 701 Watts
Print media Fabric, Paper (plain)
Max Input Sheet Capacity 1050
Max Copy Speed (Black & White) 42 ppm
Compatible Devices Smartphones
Sheet Size 8.5 inch x 14 Inches
Maximum Black and White Print Resolution 1200 dpi
Warranty Type limited warranty
Color Depth 1 bpp
Dual-sided printing Yes
Wattage 701 watts
Max copy resolution black-white 1200 dpi
Duplex Yes
Hardware Interface Ethernet
Ink Color Black
Additional Printer functions Print Only
Control Method App
Number of Trays 2
Series Number 61
Total Ethernet Ports 1
Number of USB 2 Ports 1
Total USB Ports 1
UPC 012303087503 012502630821 163120441709 088022244879 031112588629 799916090327
Printer Ink Type Toner
Global Trade Identification Number 00012502630821
Memory Storage Capacity 128 MB
Product Dimensions 15.1 x 14.6 x 11.3 inches
Item Weight 25.4 pounds
Item model number HL6180DW
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer No
Date First Available June 18, 2012
Manufacturer Brother Printer
Language English

Key Advantages

The HL-6180DW offers wireless printing capabilities with Wi-Fi support, enabling easy network connectivity without cables. It provides automatic duplex printing which reduces paper costs and supports efficient document management. The printer has a fast print speed of up to 40 pages per minute, suitable for high workload environments. A sizable input tray capacity of 500 sheets minimizes frequent paper reloads. The monochrome laser technology ensures sharp text printing and high-quality output consistently. It also supports various mobile printing solutions including Brother iPrint&Scan and Google Cloud Print.

Limitations

The HL-6180DW does not support color printing as it is a monochrome laser printer, limiting use to black and white documents only. Its 64 MB RAM might restrict print job complexity or slow down processing of large documents. The printer lacks touchscreen controls, relying on physical buttons and basic LCD screen which can limit user interface experience. The device toner cartridges are proprietary which may increase running cost compared to generic options. It does not include fax or scanning functions, meaning it is dedicated solely to printing. Energy consumption is higher compared to more recent energy-efficient models.

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