All time low on this Brother laser printer with automatic 2 sided printing and cheap large capacity generic toner available.
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i got a L2750DW for free off marketplace.. bought aftermarket toner for less than $15 and its been going strong!
They have solid reliable wifi
Link?
Bought a used L2750DW for $50 off marketplace and then picked up 4x generic toners for free so I assume I'm set for life.
The only issue I found with this printer is its unreliable WiFi connection. Quite often I get "printer not found" when I want to print something. When that happens, I have to switch it on and off twice or more to get it to work. Anyone else experienced the same problem?
have you check your wifi enviroment?
i had not only printer, but all those smart home gedgets at home using 2.4Ghz wifi experienced this issue, normally i restart router. but maybe 1 day, or even couple of hours later, happens again. One day, i was playing with my router setting, changed some setting. it never happen again, i was suprised.
I have the colour version of this printer and it was going strong for about 2.5 years and then hit this issue you describe. Haven’t found a fix for it either and am thinking I’ll need to bin it now
pay a few more dollars to get the auto-feed scanner guys. Flatbed scanning is so 2010
Yeah I have a flatbed and it's so painful. Looking to upgrade to an auto feed soon. Can't believe it took me this long to realise I want it.
Any model number? Would like to check it out
Meh, there aren't any cheap all-in-ones. I reckon just get a Brother laser or Epson Ecotank printer for the cheap printing with workable flatbed scanners. And then have a dedicated auto-feed scanner for when the need arises. Very rarely would the average consumer need something like that.
the sound of a flatbed scanner is almost as satisfyingly nostalgic as a dial up modem.
Cheaper at Centrecom if you can pick up https://www.centrecom.com.au/brother-hl-l2464dw-compact-3-in…
I have a brother printer that was great for years, late 2024 got firmware update and now it demands $70 toner.
Pretty much e waste now 🤷♂️
Moral of the story, firewall block brother from all internet access. Factory firmware is good enough
Is there a way to flash an older firmware on it?
Yep this happened to me on another Brother printer too. I've got another one now which wasn't updated. Lesson learnt.
Yep same thing happened with an Brother inkjet recently too.
Could be worse. Could be an HP..
This unit was 65 cents cheaper on the 18th of November last year.
Technically correct: the best kind of correct.
Isn't the Brother HL-L2445DW better than the Brother HL-L2464DW? It includes a 1,200-page starter toner, while the Brother HL-L2464DW only comes with a 700-page toner.
$158 on Amazon.
the 2445 you linked doesn't have scanning function
I wonder why ChatGPT didn’t pick up on this?
ChatGPT: The Brother HL-L2464DW and HL-L2445DW are both monochrome laser printers designed for home and small office use.
Here's a comparison to help you understand their differences and similarities:
Print Speed:
HL-L2464DW: Prints at speeds up to 28 pages per minute (ppm).
HL-L2445DW: Offers a faster print speed of up to 32 ppm.
Connectivity:
HL-L2464DW: Supports wireless connectivity, allowing for printing over Wi-Fi.
HL-L2445DW: Provides both wired (Fast Ethernet) and wireless (2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi) connectivity options, offering greater flexibility for different network setups.
Paper Handling:
HL-L2464DW: Specific details about paper handling are not provided in the available sources.
HL-L2445DW: Equipped with a 250-sheet paper input tray and supports automatic 2-sided (duplex) printing, enhancing efficiency for double-sided documents.
Starter Toner:
HL-L2464DW: Comes with a 700-page starter toner included in the box.
HL-L2445DW: Includes a 1,200-page starter toner, allowing for a higher initial print volume before needing a replacement.
Additional Features:
HL-L2464DW: Details about additional features are not specified in the available sources.
HL-L2445DW: Features a 1-line LCD control panel for easy navigation and operation.
Considerations:
If faster print speed and Ethernet connectivity are priorities, the HL-L2445DW may be the more suitable choice.
If wireless connectivity suffices and a slightly lower print speed is acceptable, the HL-L2464DW could be considered.
I am after a color laser version. Any recommendations.
I have the big brother of this L2740DW, got it for free with 2 toners from fb marketplace and can confirm they are great MFC's