Brother HL-L2300D Monochrome Laser Printer
- 27 pages per minute in black and white
- 2400 x 600 dpi resolution
- Auto-duplex two-sided printing
- 250-sheet tray, 1 tray
- USB 2.0 only, no network port listed
- Plain paper, envelopes and labels supported
- 49 dB while printing, 31 dB when ready
- 15 pounds, 14 x 14.2 x 7.2 inches
Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact black-and-white laser for a home office that connects by USB cable and prints on both sides automatically. It has no network port, so a shared office is out.
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ASIN: B00NQ1CLTIModel: HL-L2300D
Overview
Brother designs this laser printer for personal and home office printing. A single tray feeds paper, a duplex unit flips each sheet for two-sided output, and a cable link to a computer carries the jobs. Toner and drum are the consumables.
Quick text output and automatic duplex make this a fit for a desk that prints reports and letters daily. The limit is connection: only a wired computer link is listed, and the model does nothing beyond printing.
Who it's for
Home workers who print letters, forms, envelopes and labels from one computer will find the media list wide enough. A buyer wanting wireless, color, or a scanner has to shop elsewhere, since the listing shows a USB link and print-only function.
Pros and cons
- Automatic two-sided printing
- Handles envelopes and labels
- Compact body for a desk
- Quiet while idle
- USB link only
- Black and white output
- Print only, no copying
Performance notes
A laser engine fuses toner onto each sheet, giving sharp text at steady speed across long documents. Two-sided jobs run the page back through the paper path, so they finish slower than single-sided work. Noise rises noticeably between ready and printing states, as the sound figures show.
Specifications
| Brand | Brother |
|---|---|
| Model | HL-L2300D |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Color Depth | 1 bpp |
| Item Dimensions D X W X H | 14"D x 14.2"W x 7.2"H |
| Item Weight | 15 pounds |
| Maximum Media Size | 8.5 x 14 inch |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Maximum Copy Speed Black And White | 27 pages_per_minute |
| Maximum Sheet Capacity | 250 |
| Printer Output Type | Monochrome |
| Construction & materials | |
| Ink Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible Devices | Laptops, PC |
| Printer Connectivity Type | USB |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year limited |
| Warranty Type | Limited Warranty |
| Other details | |
| Additional Printer Functions | Print Only |
| Control Method | App |
| Controller Type | Android |
| Display Type | LED |
| Model Series | HL-L2300 |
| Other Special Features Of The Product | Auto-Duplex, Double Sided Scanning |
| Print Media | Envelopes, Labels, Paper (plain) |
| Printer Type | Laser |
| Resolution | 2400 x 600 |
| Scanner Type | Photos/Documents |
| Specific Uses For Product | home office |
Frequently asked questions
What consumables does the Brother HL-L2300D use?
The description names a toner cartridge and a drum as the consumables. Neither is described further in the listing.
How loud is the Brother HL-L2300D?
The description gives 31 dB when ready and 49 dB when printing.
Does the Brother HL-L2300D print over Wi-Fi?
No wireless or Ethernet connection is listed. The connectivity type is USB, with one USB 2.0 port.
Can the Brother HL-L2300D scan or copy documents?
The additional functions field says print only. One special-features entry mentions double sided scanning, but it does not match the print-only label.
Which computers work with the Brother HL-L2300D?
The description lists Windows from XP through 8, several Windows Server editions, recent OS X versions, and Linux with CUPS or LPD/LPRng.