Brother Workhorse Series – HL-L8245CDW Digital Color Printer

Brother Workhorse Series – HL-L8245CDW Digital Color Printer

$369.99

Compact Digital Color Printer with Advanced Security and Fast, Vivid Output

  • Fast Color Printing: Print speeds up to 31 ppm for efficient, professional-quality business documents.
  • Cost-Efficient Output: Includes Brother Genuine TN229XXL toner for 4,500 pages in black and 4,000 pages per color.
  • Versatile Paper Handling: 250-sheet tray with an optional 250-sheet capacity lower tray for expanded capacity.
  • Advanced Security: Triple Layer Security and NFC badge authentication for network and document protection.

The Brother Workhorse HL-L8245CDW is a Digital Color Printer designed to meet the needs of small businesses, busy offices, and small workgroups that require reliable, cost-efficient printing. This printer delivers vivid color and sharp black output at speeds of up to 31 pages per minute (ppm), allowing you to produce high-quality reports, brochures, and presentations at a fast pace.

For organizations looking to keep costs low, the HL-L8245CDW supports Brother Genuine TN229XXL super high-yield toner cartridges, providing up to 4,500 pages black and 4,000 pages per color for a low cost per page. It also comes with 3,000-page black and 1,400-page color toner cartridges out of the box, ensuring built-in value from the start.

This printer’s versatile paper handling includes a 250-sheet capacity tray, which is adjustable for letter or legal-sized paper, and a 30-sheet multipurpose tray for custom media, envelopes, or labels. An optional 250-sheet lower tray can be added, expanding the total capacity to 530 sheets, and reducing the frequency of paper refills during high-volume jobs.

Connectivity is a breeze with built-in Gigabit Ethernet and dual-band wireless networking, providing flexible options for wired or wireless setup. You can also print directly from mobile devices, making the HL-L8245CDW perfect for modern work environments. The 2.7-inch color touchscreen display offers easy navigation through menus, and you can print directly from popular cloud services like Google Drive™, Dropbox, Evernote®, and OneNote.

Automatic duplex printing helps reduce paper costs by enabling two-sided printing as a default, while Eco Mode reduces power consumption and Toner Save Mode minimizes toner usage, contributing to an eco-friendly workspace. The HL-L8245CDW is ENERGY STAR® certified and EPEAT® Silver rated, aligning with environmental goals.

The printer’s Triple Layer Security features to safeguard your network and protect documents in transit. An NFC card reader enables badge authentication for secure access. The HL-L8245CDW has also passed the Buyers Lab (BLI) Security Validation Testing, ensuring enhanced protection against vulnerabilities in areas like firmware, ports, print protocols, and web connectivity.

Lastly, with Brother At Your Side support, you receive a one-year limited warranty and free online, live chat, or phone support for the lifetime of the product, ensuring your investment is protected.

Design and Build

The Brother MFCL9630CDN boasts a sleek and professional design, constructed with durable materials to withstand heavy daily use. Its compact footprint makes it suitable for office environments where space is at a premium. The printer features an intuitive 7-inch color touchscreen display that provides easy access to all its functions and settings. The user-friendly interface simplifies navigation and enables quick setup and operation, even for less tech-savvy users.

Print Quality and Performance

This model delivers exceptional print quality, producing sharp text and vibrant colors. It supports a maximum print resolution of up to 2400 x 600 dpi, ensuring crisp and clear output for documents, presentations, and marketing materials. The MFCL9630CDN offers fast printing speeds of up to 33 pages per minute (ppm) for both color and monochrome prints, making it ideal for busy work environments that require efficient handling of large print jobs.

Paper Handling and Capacity

The MFCL9630CDN is equipped with a generous paper capacity to accommodate various office needs. It includes a standard 520-sheet paper tray and a 50-sheet multipurpose tray for printing on different media types and sizes. The printer also supports optional paper trays, expanding the total capacity up to 1,610 sheets. This feature minimizes the need for frequent paper refills, enhancing productivity. Automatic duplex printing is standard, enabling double-sided printing to save paper and reduce operational costs.

Scanning, Copying, and Faxing

As a true all-in-one device, the Brother MFCL9630CDN offers comprehensive scanning, copying, and faxing functionalities. It features a 70-sheet automatic document feeder (ADF) with single-pass duplex scanning, allowing for fast and efficient scanning of multi-page documents. The scanning resolution reaches up to 1200 x 2400 dpi (optical), ensuring high-quality digital copies of documents and images.

Copying is equally efficient, with a copy speed of up to 33 copies per minute (cpm) for both color and monochrome. The copier includes advanced features such as ID copy, sorting, and multiple-copying (up to 99 copies) to streamline office workflows.

For faxing, the MFCL9630CDN offers a 33.6 kbps Super G3 fax modem, enabling quick transmission of documents. It includes a 500-page fax memory for incoming and outgoing faxes, ensuring no loss of important communications.

Connectivity and Mobile Printing

The printer provides a wide range of connectivity options to suit various office setups. It includes standard wired networking via Gigabit Ethernet, as well as USB 2.0 and USB Host interfaces for direct printing and scanning from USB drives. Additionally, the MFCL9630CDN supports wireless networking, allowing for flexible placement and easy sharing among multiple users.

Mobile printing is seamlessly integrated, with support for popular services like Apple AirPrint, Google Cloud Print, Brother iPrint&Scan, and Mopria. Users can print directly from their smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices, enhancing convenience and accessibility.

Security and Management Features

Security is a critical consideration in modern office environments, and the MFCL9630CDN addresses this with robust security features. It supports secure print, which requires users to enter a PIN to release their print jobs, protecting sensitive documents. The printer also includes advanced network security protocols, such as IPsec, 802.1x, and SSL/TLS, to safeguard data transmission and prevent unauthorized access.

For ease of management, the printer includes Brother’s BRAdmin Professional software, which provides centralized control over device settings, status monitoring, and firmware updates. This feature is particularly useful for IT administrators managing multiple devices in a network.

Energy Efficiency and Environmental Considerations

The MFCL9630CDN is designed with energy efficiency in mind, featuring a low power consumption mode and ENERGY STAR® certification. It also complies with the Blue Angel and EPEAT environmental standards, reflecting Brother’s commitment to sustainability. The printer uses high-yield toner cartridges, reducing the frequency of replacements and minimizing waste.