Brother HL-5440D User Manual

User’s Guide

Brother Laser Printer

HL-5440D
HL-5450DN
HL-5450DNT

For visually-impaired users

You can read this manual with Screen Reader ‘text-to-speech’ software.

You must set up the hardware and install the driver before you can use the machine.

Please use the Quick Setup Guide to set up the machine. You can find a printed copy in the box.

Please read this User’s Guide thoroughly before you use the machine.

Please visit us at http://solutions.brother.com/
and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) and technical questions.

Note: Not all models are available in all countries.

where you can get product support, the latest driver updates and utilities,

Version 0

UK/IRE

User's Guides and where to find them?

Which manual? What's in it? Where is it?

Product Safety Guide Read this Guide first. Please read the Safety

Instructions before you set up your machine. See this
Guide for trademarks and legal limitations.

Quick Setup Guide Follow the instructions for setting up your machine

and installing the drivers and software for the
operating system and connection type you are using.

User’s Guide Learn the print operations, how to replace

consumables, and performing routine maintenance.
See troubleshooting tips.

Network User's Guide

(HL-5450DN(T) only)

This Guide provides useful information about wired
network settings and security settings using the
Brother machine. You can also find supported
protocol information for your machine and detailed
troubleshooting tips.

Google Cloud Print
Guide

(HL-5450DN(T) only)

This Guide provides details on how to configure your
Brother machine to a Google account and use
Google Cloud Print services for printing over the
Internet from devices using Gmail™ for mobile,
GOOGLE DOCS™ for mobile and applications for the
Chrome OS.

Mobile Print/Scan
Guide for Brother
iPrint&Scan

(HL-5450DN(T) only)

This Guide provides useful information about printing

JPEG and PDF

scanning

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files from your mobile device and

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from your Brother machine to your mobile

device when connected on a Wi-Fi network.

Printed / In the box

Printed / In the box

PDF file / CD-ROM / In the box

PDF file / CD-ROM / In the box

PDF file / Brother Solutions Center
at http://solutions.brother.com/

PDF file / Brother Solutions Center
at http://solutions.brother.com/

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PDF printing is not supported on Windows® Phone.

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HL-5450DN(T) does not support the scanning feature.

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Using the documentation

WARNING

Important

Thank you for buying a Brother machine! Reading the documentation will help you make the most of your
machine.

Symbols and conventions used in the documentation

The following symbols and conventions are used throughout the documentation.

WARNING

indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injuries.

Important

indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

may result in damage to property or loss of product functionality.

Prohibition icons indicate actions that must not be performed.

Electrical Hazard icons alert you to possible electrical shock.

Fire Hazard icons alert you to the possibility of fire.

Hot Surface icons warn you not to touch machine parts that are hot.

Notes tell you how you should respond to a situation that may arise or give tips

Note

about how the operation works with other features.

Bold Bold style identifies keys on the machine control panel or computer screen.

Italics Italicized style emphasizes an important point or refers you to a related topic.

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Table of Contents

1 Printing Methods 1

About this Machine ....................................................................................................................................1

Front view and Back view....................................................................................................................1

Acceptable paper and other print media....................................................................................................2

Recommended paper and print media ................................................................................................2

Type and size of paper........................................................................................................................2

Handling and using special paper .......................................................................................................4

Unprintable area when printing from a computer ................................................................................7

Loading paper............................................................................................................................................8

Loading paper and print media............................................................................................................8

Loading paper in the standard paper tray and the optional lower tray ................................................8

Loading paper in the multi-purpose tray (MP tray) ............................................................................12

Duplex (2-sided) printing..........................................................................................................................18

Guidelines for printing on both sides of the paper .............................................................................18

Automatic duplex printing ..................................................................................................................19

Manual duplex printing ......................................................................................................................21

2 Driver and Software 22

Printer driver ............................................................................................................................................22

Printing a document...........................................................................................................................23

Printer driver settings.........................................................................................................................24

Windows

Macintosh ................................................................................................................................................54

Software ..................................................................................................................................................70

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Accessing the printer driver settings..................................................................................................25

Features in the Windows

Basic tab............................................................................................................................................26

Advanced tab.....................................................................................................................................31

Print Profiles tab ................................................................................................................................39

Accessories tab .................................................................................................................................41

Support ..............................................................................................................................................43

Features in the BR-Script3 printer driver (PostScript

Uninstalling the printer driver.............................................................................................................51

Status Monitor ...................................................................................................................................52

Features in the printer driver (Macintosh)..........................................................................................54

Choosing page setup options ............................................................................................................54

Features in the BR-Script3 printer driver (PostScript

Removing the printer driver ...............................................................................................................67

Status Monitor ...................................................................................................................................68

Software for networks .......................................................................................................................70

Remote Printer Console (Windows

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printer driver............................................................................................26

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3™ language emulation) .............................45

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3™ language emulation) ............................63

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only) ........................................................................................70

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3 General Information 71

Control panel ...........................................................................................................................................71

LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) ............................................................................................................71

Service call indications ......................................................................................................................79

Control panel keys.............................................................................................................................81

Print a test page ......................................................................................................................................82

Using the Go key...............................................................................................................................82

Using the printer driver ......................................................................................................................82

Print a Printer Settings page....................................................................................................................83

Using the Go key...............................................................................................................................83

Using the printer driver ......................................................................................................................83

Print Fonts ...............................................................................................................................................84

Using the Go key...............................................................................................................................84

Using the printer driver ......................................................................................................................84

Security features......................................................................................................................................85

Secure Function Lock 2.0 (HL-5450DN(T) only) ...............................................................................85

Ecology features......................................................................................................................................86

Toner Save ........................................................................................................................................86

Sleep Time ........................................................................................................................................86

Deep Sleep mode..............................................................................................................................86

Power Down mode ............................................................................................................................87

Quiet mode feature..................................................................................................................................88

Turning Quiet mode on/off.................................................................................................................88

4Options 89

Lower tray (LT-5400) ...............................................................................................................................90

SO-DIMM (HL-5450DN(T) only) ..............................................................................................................91

SO-DIMM types .................................................................................................................................91

Installing extra memory .....................................................................................................................92

5 Routine Maintenance 94

Replacing consumable items...................................................................................................................94

Replacing the toner cartridge ............................................................................................................95

Replacing the drum unit...................................................................................................................103

Cleaning and Checking the machine .....................................................................................................110

Cleaning the outside of the machine ...............................................................................................110

Cleaning the corona wire.................................................................................................................112

Cleaning the drum unit ....................................................................................................................114

Cleaning the paper pick-up roller.....................................................................................................119

Packing and shipping the machine ........................................................................................................120

6 Troubleshooting 123

Identifying your problem ........................................................................................................................123

Error messages in the Status Monitor ...................................................................................................124

Paper jams ......................................................................................................................................127

If you are having difficulty with your machine ........................................................................................138

Improving the print quality......................................................................................................................142

Machine Information ..............................................................................................................................149

Default settings................................................................................................................................149

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AAppendix 151

Machine specifications...........................................................................................................................151

General............................................................................................................................................151

Print media ......................................................................................................................................153

Printer..............................................................................................................................................154

Interface...........................................................................................................................................154

Computer requirements...................................................................................................................155

Important information for choosing your paper................................................................................156

Symbol and character sets ..............................................................................................................157

Consumable Items...........................................................................................................................158

Network (LAN).................................................................................................................................158

Brother numbers....................................................................................................................................159

BIndex 160

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About this Machine 1

Front view and Back view 1

1 Front cover release button

2 Control panel

3 Face-down output tray support flap (support flap)

4 Front cover

5 Paper tray

6 Power switch

7 Face-down output tray

8 Multi-purpose tray (MP tray)

9 Back cover (Face-up output tray when open)

10 AC power connector

11 USB port

12 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX port (HL-5450DN(T) only)

13 Network Activity Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) (HL-5450DN(T) only)

14 Parallel port (HL-5440D only)

Most of the illustrations in this User’s Guide show the HL-5450DN.

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Acceptable paper and other print media 1

Print quality may vary according to the type of paper you are using.

You can use the following types of print media: plain paper, thin paper, thick paper, thicker paper, bond paper,
recycled paper, labels or envelopes.

For best results, follow the instructions below:

 DO NOT put different types of paper in the paper tray at the same time because it may cause paper jams

or misfeeds.

 For correct printing, you must choose the same paper size from your software application as the paper in

the tray.

 Avoid touching the printed surface of the paper immediately after printing.

 Before you buy a lot of paper, test a small quantity to make sure that the paper is suitable.

Recommended paper and print media 1

Paper Type Item

Plain paper

Recycled paper

Labels Avery laser label L7163

Envelopes Antalis River series (DL)

Xerox Premier TCF 80 g/m

Xerox Business 80 g/m

Xerox Recycled Supreme 80 g/m

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Type and size of paper 1

The machine feeds paper from the installed standard paper tray, multi-purpose tray or optional lower tray.

The names for the paper trays in the printer driver and this Guide are as follows:

Tray and optional unit Name

Paper tray Tray 1

Optional lower tray unit
(Standard for HL-5450DNT)

Multi-purpose tray MP Tray

Tray 2

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Paper capacity of the paper trays 1

Paper size Paper types No. of sheets

Paper Tray
(Tray 1)

A4, Letter, Legal,
B5 (ISO/JIS), Executive, A5,

Plain paper, Thin paper and
Recycled paper

up to 250 sheets (80 g/m

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)

A5 (Long Edge), A6,

B6 (ISO), Folio

Multi-purpose Tray
(MP Tray)

Width:

76.2 to 215.9 mm

Length:
127 to 355.6 mm

Optional Lower Tray

(Tray 2)

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A4, Letter, Legal,
B5 (ISO/JIS), Executive, A5,

B6 (ISO), Folio

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Folio size is 215.9 mm x 330.2 mm.

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Tray 2 is standard on HL-5450DNT.

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Plain paper, Thin paper,
Thick paper, Thicker paper,
Bond paper, Recycled paper,

50 sheets (80 g/m

3 Envelopes

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)

Envelopes and Labels

Plain paper, Thin paper and

up to 500 sheets (80 g/m

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)

Recycled paper

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Recommended paper specifications 1

The following paper specifications are suitable for this machine.

Basis weight

75-90 g/m

Thickness 80-110 μm

Roughness Higher than 20 sec.

Stiffness

90-150 cm

Grain direction Long grain

Volume resistivity

Surface resistivity

Filler

10e

10e

CaCO

Ash content Below 23 wt%

Brightness Higher than 80%

Opacity Higher than 85%

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3

/100

9

-10e11 ohm

9

-10e12 ohm-cm

(Neutral)

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 Use paper that is made for plain-paper copying.

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 Use paper that is 75 to 90 g/m

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 Use long grain paper with a neutral Ph value, and a moisture content of approx. 5%.

 This machine can use recycled paper that meets DIN 19309 specifications.

(To help you choose which paper to use with this machine, see Important information for choosing your paper
uu page 156.)

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Important

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Handling and using special paper 1

The machine is designed to work well with most types of xerographic and bond paper. However, some paper
variables may have an effect on print quality or handling reliability. Always test samples of paper before
purchasing to ensure desirable performance. Store paper in its original packaging and keep it sealed. Keep
the paper flat and away from moisture, direct sunlight and heat.

Some important guidelines when selecting paper are:

 DO NOT use inkjet paper because it may cause a paper jam or damage your machine.

 Preprinted paper must use ink that can withstand the temperature of the machine’s fusing process 200 °C.

 If you use bond paper, paper having a rough surface or paper that is wrinkled or creased, the paper may

exhibit degraded performance.

Types of paper to avoid 1

Some types of paper may not perform well or may cause damage to your machine.

DO NOT use paper:

• that is highly textured

• that is extremely smooth or shiny

• that is curled or warped

1 A curl of 2 mm or greater may cause jams to occur.

• that is coated or has a chemical finish

• that is damaged, creased or folded

• that exceeds the recommended weight specification in this guide

• with tabs and staples

• with letterheads using low temperature dyes or thermography

• that is multipart or carbonless

• that is designed for inkjet printing

If you use any of the types of paper listed above, they may damage your machine. This damage is not
covered under any Brother warranty or service agreement.

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Important

Envelopes 1

Most envelopes designed for laser printers will be suitable for your machine. However, some envelopes may
have feed and print-quality problems because of the way they have been made. A suitable envelope should
have edges with straight, well-creased folds. The envelope should lie flat and not be of baggy or flimsy
construction. You should buy quality envelopes from a supplier who understands that you will be using the
envelopes in a laser machine.

We recommend that you print a test envelope to make sure the print results are what you want.

Types of envelopes to avoid 1

DO NOT use envelopes:

• that are damaged, curled, wrinkled or an unusual shape

• that are extremely shiny or textured

• with clasps, staples, snaps or tie strings

• with self-adhesive closures

• that are of a baggy construction

• that are not sharply creased

• that are embossed (have raised writing on them)

• that were previously printed by a laser machine

• that are pre-printed on the inside

• that cannot be arranged neatly when stacked

• that are made of paper that weighs more than the paper weight specifications for the machine

• with edges that are not straight or consistently square

• with windows, holes, cut-outs or perforations

• with glue on surface as shown in figure below

• with double flaps as shown in figure below

• with sealing flaps that are not folded down when purchased

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Important

• with each side folded as shown in figure below

If you use any of the types of envelopes listed above, they may damage your machine. This damage may
not be covered under any Brother warranty or service agreement.

Labels 1

The machine will print on most types of labels designed for use with a laser machine. Labels should have an
adhesive that is acrylic-based since this material is more stable at the high temperatures in the fuser unit.
Adhesives should not come in contact with any part of the machine, because the label stock may stick to the
drum unit or rollers and cause jams and print quality problems. No adhesive should be exposed between the
labels. Labels should be arranged so that they cover the entire length and width of the sheet. Using labels
with spaces may result in labels peeling off and causing serious jams or print problems.

All labels used in this machine must be able to withstand a temperature of 200 °C for a period of 0.1 seconds.

Types of labels to avoid 1

Do not use labels that are damaged, curled, wrinkled or an unusual shape.

• DO NOT feed part used label sheets. The exposed carrier sheet will damage your machine.

• Label sheets should not exceed the paper weight specifications described in this User’s Guide. Labels
exceeding this specification may not feed or print correctly and may cause damage to your machine.

• DO NOT reuse or insert labels that have previously been used or are missing a few labels on the sheet.

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Note

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Unprintable area when printing from a computer 1

The figures below show maximum unprintable areas. The unprintable areas may vary depending on the
paper size or settings in the application you are using.

Usage Document

Size

Top (1)

Bottom (3)

Left (2)

Right (4)

Print Letter 4.23 mm 6.35 mm

A4 4.23 mm 6.01 mm

Legal 4.23 mm 6.35 mm

When using BR-Script3 emulation, the unprintable area around the edges of the paper is 4.23 mm.

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Loading paper 1

Loading paper and print media 1

The machine can feed paper from the standard paper tray, optional lower tray or multi-purpose tray.

When you put paper into the paper tray, note the following:

 If your application software supports paper size selection on the print menu, you can select it through the

software. If your application software does not support it, you can set the paper size in the printer driver or
by using the control panel keys.

Loading paper in the standard paper tray and the optional lower tray 1

You can load up to 250 sheets of paper in the standard paper tray (Tray 1). You can also load up to 500

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sheets in the optional lower tray (Tray 2)
is identified on the right-hand side of the paper tray. (For the recommended paper to use, see Acceptable
paper and other print media uu page 2.)

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Tray 2 is standard on HL-5450DNT.

. Paper can be loaded up to the maximum paper mark ( ) which

Printing on plain paper, thin paper or recycled paper from Tray 1 and Tray 2 1

a Pull the paper tray completely out of the machine.

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Note

b While pressing the green paper-guide release lever (1), slide the paper guides to fit the paper you are

loading in the tray. Make sure that the guides are firmly in the slots.

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For Legal or Folio size paper, press the release button (1) in the bottom of the paper tray and then pull out
the back of the paper tray. (Legal and Folio size paper are not available in some regions.)

c Fan the stack of paper well to avoid paper jams and misfeeds.

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d Put paper in the tray and make sure:

 The paper is below the maximum paper mark ( ) (1).

Over filling the paper tray will cause paper jams.

 The side to be printed on must be face down.

 The paper guides touch the sides of the paper so it will feed correctly.

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e Put the paper tray firmly back in the machine. Make sure that it is completely inserted into the machine.
f Lift up the support flap (1) to prevent paper from sliding off the face-down output tray, or remove each

page as soon as it comes out of the machine.

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g Choose the following settings from each drop-down list of the printer driver.

 Paper Size

A4 Letter Legal Executive A5

B5 B6 Folio A5 Long Edge

(Tray 1 only)

A6 (Tray 1 only)

For the acceptable paper sizes, see Type and size of paper uu page 2.

 Media Type

Plain Paper Thin Paper Recycled Paper

 Paper Source

Tray1 Tray2 (if available)

For any other settings, see Driver and Software in Chapter 2.

The name of options in the drop-down lists may vary depending on your operating system and its version.

h Send the print data to the machine.

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Loading paper in the multi-purpose tray (MP tray) 1

You can load up to 3 envelopes or special print media in the MP tray or up to 50 sheets of plain paper. Use
this tray to print on thick paper, bond paper, labels or envelopes. (For the recommended paper to use, see
Acceptable paper and other print media uu page 2.)

Printing on plain paper, thin paper, recycled paper and bond paper from the MP tray 1

a Open the MP tray and lower it gently.

b Pull out the MP tray support (1) and unfold the flap (2).

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c Put paper in the MP tray and make sure:

 The paper stays under the maximum paper mark (1).

 The side to be printed on must be face up with the leading edge (top of the paper) in first.

 The paper guides touch the sides of the paper so it will feed correctly.

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d Lift up the support flap to prevent paper from sliding off the face-down output tray, or remove each page

as soon as it comes out of the machine.

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e Choose the following settings from each drop-down list of the printer driver.

 Paper Size

A4 Letter Legal Executive A5

A5 Long Edge A6 B5 B6 3 x 5

Folio

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You can define your original paper size by choosing User Defined... in Windows® printer driver, PostScript Custom Page Size in

BR-Script printer driver for Windows

Customized paper size

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, or Custom Page Sizes in Macintosh printer drivers.

For the acceptable paper sizes, see Type and size of paper uu page 2.

 Media Type

Plain Paper Thin Paper Recycled Paper Bond Paper

 Paper Source

MP Tray

For any other settings, see Driver and Software in Chapter 2.

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The name of options in the drop-down lists may vary depending on your operating system and its version.

f Send the print data to the machine.

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Printing on thick paper, labels and envelopes from the MP tray 1

Before loading, press the corners and sides of the envelopes to make them as flat as possible.

a Open the back cover (face-up output tray).

b Open the MP tray and lower it gently.

c Pull out the MP tray support (1) and unfold the flap (2).

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d Put paper, labels or envelopes in the MP tray. Make sure:

 The number of envelopes in the MP tray does not exceed 3.

 The paper, labels or envelopes stay under the maximum paper mark (1).

 The side to be printed on must be face up.

e Choose the following settings from each drop-down list of the printer driver.

 Paper Size

<For printing thick paper or labels>

A4 Letter Legal Executive A5

A5 Long Edge A6 B5 B6 3 x 5

Folio

Customized paper size

1

<For Printing envelopes>

Com-10 DL C5 Monarch

Customized paper size

1

You can define your original paper size by choosing User Defined... in Windows® printer driver, PostScript Custom Page Size in

BR-Script printer driver for Windows

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, or Custom Page Sizes in Macintosh printer drivers.

For the acceptable paper sizes, see Type and size of paper uu page 2.

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Note

Note

 Media Type

<For printing thick paper>

Thick Paper Thicker Paper

<For printing labels>

Label

<For Printing envelopes>

Envelopes Env. Thin Env. Thick

 Paper Source

MP Tray

For any other settings, see Driver and Software in Chapter 2.

• The name of options in the drop-down lists may vary depending on your operating system and its version.

• When you use Envelope #10, choose Com-10 (for Windows

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) or #10 Envelope (for Macintosh) from the

Paper Size drop-down list.

• For other envelopes that are not listed in the printer driver, such as Envelope #9 or Envelope C6, choose

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User Defined... (for Windows

®

for Windows

) or Custom Page Sizes (for Macintosh printer driver).

printer driver), PostScript Custom Page Size (for BR-Script printer driver

f Send the print data to the machine.

• Remove each envelope as soon as it has been printed. Stacking the envelopes may cause them to jam
or curl.

• If envelopes or thick paper get smudged during printing set the Media Type to Env. Thick or
Thicker Paper to increase the fixing temperature.

• If the envelopes are creased after they are printed, see Improving the print quality uu page 142.

• If your thick paper curls during printing, put only one sheet at a time in the MP tray.

• Envelope joints that are sealed by the manufacturer should be secure.

• All sides of the envelope should be correctly folded without wrinkles or creases.

g Close the back cover (face-up output tray).

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Duplex (2-sided) printing 1

The supplied printer drivers all enable duplex printing. For more information about how to choose the settings,
see the Help text in the printer driver.

Guidelines for printing on both sides of the paper 1

 If the paper is thin, it may wrinkle.

 If paper is curled, straighten it and put it back in the paper tray. If the paper continues to curl, replace the

paper.

 If the paper is not feeding correctly, it may be curled. Remove the paper and straighten it. If the paper

continues to curl, replace the paper.

 When you use the manual duplex function, it is possible that there may be paper jams or poor print quality.

(If there is a paper jam, see Paper jams uu page 127. If you have a print quality problem, see Improving
the print quality uu page 142.)

Make sure that the paper tray is completely inserted in the machine.

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Automatic duplex printing 1

If you are using the Macintosh Printer Driver, see Duplex (2-sided) Printing uu page 62.

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Automatic duplex printing with the Windows

printer driver 1

a Choose the following settings from each menu of the printer driver.

 Paper Size

A4

 Media Type

Plain Paper Recycled Paper Thin Paper

 Paper Source

Tray1 MP Tray Tray2 (if available)

 Duplex / Booklet

Duplex

 Duplex Type in Duplex Settings

There are four options for each orientation. (See Duplex / Booklet uu page 29.)

 Binding Offset in Duplex Settings

You can specify the offset for binding. (See Duplex / Booklet uu page 29.)

• You should use plain paper, recycled paper or thin paper. Do not use bond paper.

• The name of options in the drop-down lists may vary depending on your operating system and its version.

For any other settings, see Driver and Software in Chapter 2.

b Send the print data to the machine. The machine will print on both sides of the paper automatically.

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Automatic duplex printing with the BR-Script printer driver for Windows

a Choose the following settings from each menu of the printer driver.

 Paper Size

A4

 Media Type

Plain Paper Recycled Paper Thin Paper

 Paper Source

Tray1 MP Tray Tray2 (if available)

 Print on Both sides

Flip on Short Edge Flip on Long Edge

 Page Order

Front to Back Back to Front

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• You should use plain paper, recycled paper or thin paper. Do not use bond paper.

• The name of options in the drop-down lists may vary depending on your operating system and its version.

For any other settings, see Driver and Software in Chapter 2.

b Send the print data to the machine. The machine will print on both sides of the paper automatically.

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Note

Manual duplex printing 1

The BR-Script printer driver for Windows® does not support manual duplex printing.

If you are using the Macintosh Printer Driver, see Manual Duplex Printing uu page 62.

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Manual duplex printing with the Windows

printer driver 1

a Choose the following settings from each drop-down list of the printer driver.

 Paper Size

You can use all the paper sizes specified for the tray you are using.

 Media Type

You can use all the media types that are specified for the tray you are using, except envelopes and
labels which have only one print side.

 Paper Source

Tray1 MP Tray Tray2 (if available)

 Duplex / Booklet

Duplex (Manual)

 Duplex Type in Duplex Settings

There are four options for each orientation. (See Duplex / Booklet uu page 29.)

 Binding Offset in Duplex Settings

You can specify the offset for binding. (See Duplex / Booklet uu page 29.)

For any other settings, see Driver and Software in Chapter 2.

b Send the print data to the machine. The machine will print all the even-numbered pages on one side of

the paper first. Then, the Windows
to print the odd-numbered pages.

Before reinserting the paper, straighten it well, or you may get a paper jam. Very thin or thick paper is not
recommended.

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driver instructs you (with a pop-up message) to reinsert the paper

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Driver and Software 2

Printer driver 2

A printer driver is software that translates data from the format used by a computer to the format that a
particular printer needs. Typically, this format is page description language (PDL).

®

The printer drivers for the supported versions of Windows
supplied or on the Brother Solutions Center website at http://solutions.brother.com/. Install the drivers by
following the steps in the Quick Setup Guide. The latest printer drivers can be downloaded from the Brother
Solutions Center website at:

http://solutions.brother.com/

and Macintosh are on the CD-ROM we have

For Windows

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 Windows® printer driver (the most suitable printer driver for this product)

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 BR-Script printer driver (PostScript

1

Install the driver using the Custom Install from the CD-ROM.

3™ language emulation)

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For Macintosh 2

 Macintosh printer driver (the most suitable printer driver for this product)

 BR-Script printer driver (PostScript

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For the installation instruction of the driver, visit us at http://solutions.brother.com/.

For Linux

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3™ language emulation)

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 LPR printer driver

 CUPS printer driver

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For more information and to download the printer driver for Linux please visit your model page at http://solutions.brother.com/ or use the link on
the CD-ROM we have supplied.

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Depending on Linux distributions, the driver may not be available or it may be released after the initial release of your model.

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Printing a document 2

When the machine receives data from your computer, it begins printing by picking up paper from the paper
tray. The paper tray can feed many types of paper and envelopes. (See Paper capacity of the paper trays
uu page 3.)

a From your application, choose the Print command.

If any other printer drivers are installed on your computer, choose Brother HL-XXXX series (Where
XXXX is your model name.) as your printer driver from the Print or Print Settings menu in your software
application, and then click OK or Print to begin printing.

b Your computer sends the data to the machine. The Ready LED will blink.
c When the machine finishes printing all the data, the Ready LED finishes blinking.

• You can choose the paper size and orientation in your application software.

• If your application software does not support your custom paper size, choose the next largest paper size.

• Then adjust the print area by changing the right and left margins in your application software.

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Printer driver settings 2

You can change the following printer settings when you print from your computer:

 Paper Size

 Orientation

 Copies

 Media Type

 Resolution

 Print Settings

 Multiple Page

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 Duplex

/ Booklet

 Paper Source

 Scaling

 Reverse Print

 Use Watermark

 Header-Footer Print

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 Toner Save Mode

 Administrator

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 User Authentication12 (HL-5450DN(T) only)

 Use Reprint

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 Sleep Time

 Macro

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 Density Adjustment

 Error Message Printout

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 Improve Print Output

 Skip Blank Page

 Print Profile

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These settings are not available with the BR-script printer driver for Windows®.

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These settings are not available with the Macintosh printer driver and the BR-Script printer driver for Macintosh.

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These settings are not available with the BR-Script printer driver for Macintosh.

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Manual duplex printing / Manual booklet printing are not available with the BR-script printer driver for Windows®.

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Accessing the printer driver settings 2

a (For Windows

Click Start, and then Printers and Faxes.

(For Windows Vista

Click the button, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, and then Printers.

(For Windows

Click the button, and then click Devices and Printers.

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XP and Windows Server® 2003)

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and Windows Server® 2008)

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7 and Windows Server® 2008R2)

b Right-click the Brother HL-XXXX series icon (where XXXX is your model name) and select Properties

(Printer properties, and Brother HL-XXXX series if necessary). The printer properties dialog box
appears.

c Choose the General tab and then click Printing Preferences... (Preferences...). To configure the tray

settings, choose the Accessories tab.

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Features in the Windows® printer driver 2

For more information, see the Help text in the printer driver.

• The screens in this section are from Windows®XP. The screens on your PC will vary depending on your
operating system.

• To access the printer driver settings, see Accessing the printer driver settings uu page 25.

Basic tab 2

You can also change the Page Layout settings by clicking the illustration on the left side of the Basic tab.

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a Choose the Paper Size, Orientation, Copies, Media Type, Resolution and Print Settings (1).
b Choose Multiple Page and Duplex / Booklet (2).
c Choose the Paper Source (3).
d Confirm your current settings in the window (4).
e Click OK to apply your chosen settings.

To return to the default settings, click Default, then OK.

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Paper Size 2

From the drop-down box choose the Paper Size you are using.

Orientation 2

Orientation selects the position of how your document will be printed (Portrait or Landscape).

Portrait (Vertical) Landscape (Horizontal)

Copies 2

The copies selection sets the number of copies that will be printed.

 Collate

With the Collate check box selected, one complete copy of your document will be printed and then
repeated for the number of copies you selected. If the Collate check box is not selected, then each page
will be printed for all the copies selected before the next page of the document is printed.

Collate checked

Collate non-checked

Media Type 2

You can use the following types of media in your machine. For the best print quality, select the type of media
that you wish to use.

 Plain Paper

 Thin Paper

 Thick Paper

 Thicker Paper

 Bond Paper

 Envelopes

 Env. Thick

 Env. Thin

 Recycled Paper

 Label

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• When using ordinary plain paper 60 to 105 g/m2 choose Plain Paper. When using heavier weight paper
or rough paper choose Thick Paper or Thicker Paper. For bond paper, choose Bond Paper.

• When you use envelopes, choose Envelopes. If the toner is not fixed to the envelope correctly when
Envelopes has been selected, choose Env. Thick. If the envelope is crumpled when Envelopes has
been selected, choose Env. Thin. For more information, see Paper capacity of the paper trays uu page 3.

Resolution 2

You can choose the resolution as follows.

 300 dpi

 600 dpi

 HQ 1200

 1200 dpi

The print speed will change depending on what print quality setting you choose. Higher print quality takes
longer to print, while lower print quality takes less time to print.

Print Settings 2

You can change the print settings as follows:

 Graphics

This is the best mode for printing documents that contain graphics.

 Text

This is the best mode for printing text documents.

 Manual

You can change the settings manually by choosing Manual and clicking the Manual Settings... button.
You can set brightness, contrast and other settings.

Multiple Page 2

The Multiple Page selection can reduce the image size of a page allowing multiple pages to be printed on
one sheet of paper or enlarge the image size for printing one page on multiple sheets of paper.

 Page Order

When N in 1 option is selected, the page order can be selected from the drop-down list.

 Border Line

When printing multiple pages onto one sheet, with the Multiple Page feature, you can choose to have a
solid border, dash border or no border around each page on the sheet.

 Print cut-out line

When 1 in NxN pages option is selected, the Print cut-out line option can be selected. This option allows
you to print a faint cut-out line around the printable area.

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Duplex / Booklet 2

When you want to print a booklet or do duplex printing, use this function.

 None

Disable duplex printing.

 Duplex / Duplex (Manual)

When you want to do duplex printing, use these options.

• Duplex

The machine prints on both sides of the paper automatically.

• Duplex (Manual)

The machine prints all the even numbered pages first. Then the printer driver will stop and show the
instructions required to re-insert the paper. When you click OK the odd numbered pages will be printed.

When you choose Duplex or Duplex (Manual), the Duplex Settings... button becomes available to
choose. You can set following settings in the Duplex Settings dialog box.

• Duplex Type

There are four types of duplex binding directions available for each orientation.

Portrait

Long Edge (Left)

Long Edge (Right)

Short Edge (Top)

Short Edge (Bottom)

Landscape

Long Edge (Top)

Long Edge (Bottom)

Short Edge (Right)

Short Edge (Left)

• Binding Offset

When you check Binding Offset, you can also specify the offset for binding in inches or millimetres.

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 Booklet / Booklet (Manual)

Use this option to print a document in booklet format using duplex printing; it will arrange the document
according to the correct page number and allows you to fold at the centre of the print output without having
to change the order of the page number.

• Booklet

The machine prints on both sides of the paper automatically.

• Booklet (Manual)

The machine prints all the even numbered sides first. Then the printer driver will stop and show the
instructions required to re-install the paper. When you click OK the odd numbered sides will be printed.

When you choose Booklet or Booklet (Manual), the Duplex Settings... button becomes available to
choose. You can set the following settings in the Duplex Settings dialog box.

• Duplex Type

There are two types of duplex binding directions available for each orientation.

Portrait Landscape

Left Binding

Right Binding

Top Binding

Bottom Binding

• Booklet Printing Method

When Divide into Sets is selected:

This option allows you to print the whole booklet into smaller individual booklet sets, it still allows you
to fold at the center of the smaller individual booklet sets without having to change the order of the page
number. You can specify the number of sheets in each smaller booklet set, from 1 to 15. This option
can help when folding the printed booklet that has a large number of pages.

• Binding Offset

When you check Binding Offset, you can also specify the offset for binding in inches or millimetres.

Paper Source 2

You can choose Auto Select, Tray1, Tray212, MP Tray or Manual and specify separate trays for printing
the first page and for printing from the second page onwards.

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Available if the optional tray is installed.

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Tray 2 is standard on HL-5450DNT.

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Advanced tab 2

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Change the tab settings by clicking one of the following selections:

 Scaling (1)

 Reverse Print (2)

 Use Watermark (3)

 Header-Footer Print (4)

 Toner Save Mode (5)

 Administrator (6)

 User Authentication (7) (HL-5450DN(T) only)

 Other Print Options (8)

Scaling 2

You can change the print image scaling.

Reverse Print 2

Check Reverse Print to reverse the data from up to down.

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Use Watermark 2

You can put a logo or text into your document as a watermark. You can choose one of the preset Watermarks,
or you can use a bitmap file that you have created. Check Use Watermark and then click the Settings...
button.

Watermark Settings 2

 Transparent

Check Transparent to print the watermarked image in the background of your document. If this feature is
not checked then the watermark will be printed on top of your document.

 In Outline Text

Check In Outline Text if you only want to print an outline of the watermark. It is available when you choose
a text watermark.

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 Custom Settings

You can choose to print which watermark to be printed on the first page or on the other pages.

Click the Add button to add the watermark settings and then choose Use Text or Use Bitmap File in
Watermark Style.

• Title

Enter a suitable title into the field.

• Text

Enter your Watermark Text into the Text box, and then choose the Font, Style, Size and Darkness.

• Bitmap

Enter the file name and location of your bitmap image in the File box, or click Browse to search for the
file. You can also set the scaling size of the image.

• Position

Use this setting if you want to control the position of the watermark on the page.

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Header-Footer Print 2

When this feature is enabled, it will print the date and time on your document from your computer’s system
clock and the PC login user name or the text you entered. By clicking Settings, you can customize the
information.

 ID Print

If you select Login User Name, your PC login user name will print. If you select Custom and enter the
text in the Custom edit box, the text you entered will print.

Toner Save Mode 2

You can conserve toner use with this feature. When you set Toner Save Mode to On, prints appears lighter.
The default setting is Off.

• We do not recommend Toner Save Mode for printing photo or Greyscale images.

• Toner Save Mode is not available for HQ 1200 and 1200 dpi resolutions.

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Administrator 2

Administrators have the authority to limit access to functions such as scaling and watermark.

 Password

Enter the password into this box.

Click Set Password... to change the password.

 Copies Lock

Lock the copy pages selection to prevent multiple copy printing.

 Multiple Page & Scaling Lock

Lock the scaling setting and multiple page setting.

 Watermark Lock

Lock the current settings of the Watermark option to prevent changes being made.

 Header-Footer Print Lock

Lock the current settings of the Header-Footer Print option to prevent changes being made.

User Authentication (HL-5450DN(T) only) 2

If you are restricted from PC Print by the Secure Function Lock 2.0 feature, you need to set your ID and PIN
in the User Authentication Settings dialog. Click Settings of the User Authentication and enter your ID
and PIN. If your PC login name is registered to Secure Function Lock 2.0, you can check the Use PC Login
Name box instead of entering your ID and PIN.

More information about Secure Function Lock 2.0 uu Network User's Guide

• When you use the machine through a network you can see the information of your ID such as the status
of restricted features and the number of remaining pages you are allowed to print by clicking the Check
Print Status. The Authentication result dialog will appear.

• When you use the machine through a network, you can make the Authentication result dialog appear
each time you print by checking the Show print status before printing.

• If you want to enter your ID and PIN each time you print, check the Enter ID Name/PIN for each print job.

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Other Print Options 2

You can set the following in Printer Function:

 Use Reprint

 Sleep Time

 Macro

 Density Adjustment

 Error Message Printout

 Improve Print Output

 Skip Blank Page

Use Reprint 2

The machine keeps the print job sent to it in memory. You can reprint the last job without sending the data
again from your computer. For more information about the Reprint function, see Control panel keys
uu page 81.

If you want to prevent other people from printing your data using the reprint function, uncheck the

Use Reprint check box.

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Sleep Time 2

When the machine does not receive data for a certain period of time, it enters sleep mode. In sleep mode,
the machine acts as though it were turned off. When you choose Printer Default, the timeout setting will be
reset to the specific time set at the factory; this can be altered in the driver. Intelligent Sleep Mode
automatically adjusts to the most suitable timeout setting depending on the frequency of your machine use.

While the machine is in Sleep Mode, the Ready LED is dimmed, but the machine can still receive data.
Receiving a print job will automatically wake up the machine to start printing.

Macro 2

You can save a page of a document as a macro to the machine's memory. You can also execute the saved
macro (you can use the saved macro as an overlay on any document). This will save time and increase print
speed for often used information such as forms, company logos, letterhead formats or invoices.

Density Adjustment 2

Increase or decrease the print density.

Error Message Printout 2

You can choose whether the machine reports problems by printing an error page.

Selections are Printer Default, On or Off.

Improve Print Output 2

This feature allows you to improve a print quality problem.

 Reduce Paper Curl

If you choose this setting, the paper curl may be reduced.

If you are printing only a few pages, you do not need to choose this setting. We recommend that you
change the printer driver setting in Media Type to a thin setting.

This operation will decrease the temperature of the machine's fusing process.

 Improve Toner Fixing

If you choose this setting, the toner fixing capabilities may be improved. If this selection does not provide
enough improvement, change the printer driver setting in Media Type to a thick setting.

This operation will increase the temperature of the machine's fusing process.

 Reduce Ghosting

If you are using the machine in a high humidity environment this setting may reduce ghosting on the paper.
Do not use this setting if the ambient humidity is below 30% or ghosting may increase.

This feature may not reduce ghosting for all types of paper. Before you buy a lot of paper, test a small
quantity to make sure that the paper is suitable.

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Skip Blank Page 2

If Skip Blank Page is checked, the printer driver automatically detects blank pages and excludes them from
printing.

This option does not work when you choose the following options:

• Use Watermark

• Header-Footer Print

• Nin1 and 1inNxNPages in Multiple Page

• Duplex (Manual), Booklet, Booklet (Manual) and Duplex with Binding Offset in Duplex / Booklet

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Print Profiles tab 2

Print Profiles are editable presets designed to give you quick access to frequently used printing

configurations.

 Print profile list box (1)

 Delete Profile (2)

 Always show Print Profiles tab first (3)

 Add Profile (4)

 Current print profile view (5)

a Choose your profile from the print profile list box.
b If you want to display the Print Profiles tab at the front of the window from the next time you print, check

Always show Print Profiles tab first.

c Click OK to apply your chosen profile.

Add Profile 2

The Add Profile dialog appears by clicking Add Profile. You can add 20 new profiles with your preferred
settings.

a Enter the desired title in Name.
b Choose an icon you want to use from the Icon list, then click OK.
c The current settings shown on the left side of the printer driver window will be saved.

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Delete Profile 2

The Delete Profile dialog appears by clicking Delete Profile. You can delete any of the profiles you have
added.

a Choose your profile from the print profile list box.
b Click Delete.
c The selected profile will be deleted.

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Accessories tab 2

To access the Accessories tab, see Accessing the printer driver settings uu page 25.

You can define the paper size for each paper tray and auto detect the serial number in the Accessories tab
as follows.

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 Available Options / Installed Options (1)

You can manually add and remove the options that are installed on the machine. Tray settings will match
the installed options.

 Paper Source Setting (2)

This feature identifies the paper size defined for each paper tray.

• Paper Size

This setting allows you to define which paper size is used for each tray. Highlight the tray you want to
define and then choose the paper size from the pull-down menu. Click Update to apply the setting to
the tray. When using more than one paper size you must define the paper size for each tray so the
paper is pulled from the correct tray.

• Default Source

This setting allows you to choose the default paper source that your document will be printed from.
Choose the Default Source from the pull-down menu and click Update to save your setting. The
Auto Select setting will automatically pull paper from any tray that has a defined paper size that
matches your document.

 Serial No. (3)

By clicking Auto Detect (4), the printer driver will probe the machine and display its serial number. If it fails
to receive the information, the screen will display “---------------”.

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 Auto Detect (4)

The Auto Detect function finds the currently installed optional devices and shows the available settings in
the printer driver. When you click Auto Detect, options that are installed on the machine will be listed in
Available Options (1). You can manually add or remove the options by choosing an optional device you
want to add or remove, and then clicking Add or Remove.

The Auto Detect (4) function is not available under the following machine conditions:

• The machine power switch is off.

• The machine is in an error state.

• The machine is connected to the print server using a USB or parallel cable in a shared network
environment.

• The cable is not connected to the machine correctly.

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Support 2

Click Support... in the Printing Preferences dialog box.

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 Brother Solutions Center (1)

The Brother Solutions Center (http://solutions.brother.com/

) is a website offering information about your
Brother product including FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions), User’s Guides, driver updates and tips for
using your machine.

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 Original Supplies Website (2)

You can visit our website for original/genuine Brother supplies by clicking this button.

 Brother CreativeCenter (3)

You can visit our website for free and easy online solutions for business and home users by clicking this
button.

 Print Settings (4)

This button will print the pages that show how the internal settings of the machine have been configured.

 Check Setting... (5)

You can check the current driver settings.

 About... (6)

This button will list the printer driver files and version information.

 Print Fonts (7)

This button will print the pages that show all the internal fonts of the machine.

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Features in the BR-Script3 printer driver (PostScript®3™ language emulation) 2

The screens in this section are from Windows®XP. The screens on your PC may vary depending on your
operating system.

Printing Preferences 2

You can access the Printing Preferences dialog box by clicking Printing Preferences... in the General
tab of the Brother HL-XXXX BR-Script3 Properties dialog box.

 Layout tab

You can change the layout setting by choosing the settings for Orientation, PrintonBothSides
(Duplex), Page Order and Pages Per Sheet.

• Orientation

Orientation selects the position of how your document will be printed.

(Portrait, Landscape or Rotated Landscape)

• Print on Both Sides

If you want to do duplex printing, choose Flip on Short Edge or Flip on Long Edge.

• Page Order

Specifies the order in which the pages of your document will be printed. Front to Back prints the
document so that page 1 is on top of the stack. Back to Front prints the document so that page 1 is on
the bottom of the stack.

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• Pages Per Sheet

The Pages Per Sheet selection can reduce the image size of a page by allowing multiple pages to be
printed on one sheet of paper. Also, you can print a document in the booklet style automatically when
you choose Booklet.

 Paper/Quality tab

Choose the Paper Source.

• Paper Source

You can choose Automatically Select, Auto Select, Tray1, Tray2

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, MP Tray or Manual Feed.

Automatically Select

This setting will automatically pull paper from any paper source that has a paper size defined in the
printer driver that matches your document.

Auto Select

This setting will automatically pull paper from any paper source that has a paper size defined in the
machine that matches your document.

Tray1

This setting will pull paper from Tray 1.

Tray2

This setting will pull paper from Tray 2. (Available if the optional tray is installed.)

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MP Tray

This setting will pull paper from the MP Tray. The paper size needs to match the defined paper size.

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Available if the optional tray is installed.

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Tray 2 is standard on HL-5450DNT.

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Advanced options 2

You can access the Advanced options by clicking the Advanced... button on the Layout tab or
Paper/Quality tab.

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a Choose the Paper Size and Copy Count (1).

 Paper Size

From the drop-down box choose the Paper Size you are using.

 Copy Count

The copy selection sets the number of copies that will be printed.

b Set the Scaling and TrueType Font settings (2).

 Scaling

Specifies whether to reduce or enlarge documents, and by what percentage.

 TrueType Font

Specifies the TrueType font options. Click Substitute with Device Font (the default) to use
equivalent printer fonts for printing documents that contain TrueType fonts. This will permit faster
printing; however, you might lose special characters not supported by the printer font. Click

Download as Softfont to download TrueType fonts for printing instead of using printer fonts.

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c You can change settings by choosing a setting in the Printer Features list (3):

3

 Print Quality

You can choose the following print quality settings.

• 300 dpi

• 600 dpi

• HQ 1200

• 1200 dpi

 Media Type

You can use the following types of media in your machine. For the best print quality, select the type
of media that you wish to use.

• Plain Paper

• Thin Paper

• Thick Paper

• Thicker Paper

• Bond Paper

• Envelopes

• Env. Thick

• Env. Thin

• Recycled Paper

• Label

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 Toner Save

You can conserve toner use with this feature. When you set Toner Save to On, print appears lighter.
The default setting is Off.

• We do not recommend Toner Save for printing Photo or Greyscale images.

• Toner Save is not available for HQ 1200 and 1200 dpi resolutions.

 Sleep Time [Min.]

When the machine does not receive data for a certain period of time, it enters sleep mode. In sleep
mode, the machine acts as though it were turned off. When you choose Printer Default, the timeout
setting will be reset to the specific time set at the factory; this can be altered in the driver. Intelligent
Sleep Mode automatically adjusts to the most suitable timeout setting depending on the frequency of
your machine use.

While the machine is in Sleep Mode, the Ready LED is dimmed, but the machine can still receive
data. Receiving a print job will automatically wake up the machine to start printing.

 Halftone Screen Lock

Stops other applications from modifying the Halftone settings. The default setting is On.

 High Quality Image Printing

You can get high quality image printing. If you set High Quality Image Printing to On, the print speed
will be slower.

 Improve Print Output

This feature allows you to improve a print quality problem.

• Reduce Paper Curl

If you choose this setting, the paper curl may be reduced. If you are printing only a few pages, you
do not need to choose this setting. We recommend that you change the printer driver setting in
Media Type to a thin setting.

This operation will decrease the temperature of the machine's fusing process.

• Improve Toner Fixing

If you choose this setting, the toner fixing capabilities may be improved. If this selection does not
provide enough improvement, change the printer driver setting in Media Type to a thick setting.

This operation will increase the temperature of the machine's fusing process.

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 Ghost Reduction Setting

If you are using the machine in a high humidity environment this setting may reduce ghosting on the
paper. Do not use this setting if the ambient humidity is below 30% or ghosting may increase.

This feature may not reduce ghosting for all types of paper. Before you buy a lot of paper, test a small
quantity to make sure that the paper is suitable.

 Density Adjustment

Increase or decrease the print density.

Ports tab 2

If you want to change the port where your machine is connected or the path to the network machine you are
using, choose or add the port you want to use.

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Uninstalling the printer driver 2

You can uninstall the printer driver that you have installed with the following steps.

• This is not available if you originally installed the printer driver from the Windows Add a printer function.

• After uninstalling, we recommend that you restart your computer to remove files that were in use during
the uninstall.

a Click the Start button, point to All Programs, Brother, and then to your machine name.
b Click UnInstall.
c Follow the instructions on the screen.

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Status Monitor 2

The Status Monitor utility is a configurable software tool for monitoring the status of one or more devices,
allowing you to get immediate notification of error messages such as paper empty or paper jam.

You can check the device status at anytime by double-clicking the icon in the tasktray or by choosing
Status Monitor located in Start/All Programs/Brother/HL-XXXX on your PC.

(Windows

If you have set the Enable Status Monitor on startup during installation, you will find the button or
Status Monitor icon on the taskbar.

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7)

To show the Status Monitor icon on your taskbar, click the button. The Status Monitor icon will appear
in the small window. Then drag the icon to the taskbar.

There is also a link to the Troubleshooting and Brother Original Supplies website. Click Visit the Original
Supplies website button for more information on Brother original supplies.

• For more information about using the Status Monitor software, right-click the Status Monitor icon and
choose Help.

• The automatic software update feature is active when the status monitor feature is active.

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Monitoring the machine’s status 2

The Status Monitor icon will change colour depending on the machine status.

 A green icon indicates the normal stand-by condition.

 A yellow icon indicates a warning.

 A red icon indicates a printing error has occurred.

There are two locations where you can display the Status Monitor on your PC - in the tasktray or on the
desktop.

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Macintosh 2

Features in the printer driver (Macintosh) 2

This machine supports Mac OS X 10.5.8 - 10.6.x - 10.7.x.

The screens in this section are from Mac OS X 10.5. The screens on your Macintosh will vary depending
on your operating system version.

Choosing page setup options 2

You can set the Paper Size, Orientation and Scale.

a From an application such as TextEdit, click File, then Page Setup. Make sure Brother HL-XXXX (where

XXXX is your model name.) is chosen in the Format for pop-up menu. You can change the settings for
Paper Size, Orientation and Scale, then click OK.

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b From an application such as TextEdit, click File, then Print to start printing.

 (For Mac OS X 10.5.8 and 10.6.x)

For more page setup options, click the disclosure triangle beside the Printer pop-up menu.

You can save the current settings as a preset by choosing Save As from the Presets drop-down list.

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 (For Mac OS X 10.7.x)

For more page setup options, click the Show Details button.

You can save the current settings as a preset by choosing Save Current Settings as Preset... from the

Presets drop-down list.

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Choosing printing options 2

To control special printing features, choose Print Settings from the Print dialog box. For the details of
available options, see the following descriptions of each option.

Cover Page 2

You can choose the following cover page settings:

 Print Cover Page

If you want to add a cover page to your document, use this function.

 Cover Page Type

Choose a template for the cover page.

 Billing Info

If you want to add the billing information to the cover page, enter text in the Billing Info box.

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Layout 2

 Pages per Sheet

The Pages per Sheet selection can reduce the image size of a page by allowing multiple pages to be
printed on one sheet of paper.

 Layout Direction

When you specify the pages per sheet, you can also specify the direction of the layout.

 Border

If you want to add a border, use this function.

 Two-Sided

See Duplex (2-sided) Printing uu page 62.

 Reverse Page Orientation

Check Reverse Page Orientation to reverse the data from up to down.

 Flip horizontally (Mac OS X 10.6.x and 10.7.x)

Check Flip horizontally to print as a reflection flipped left-to-right.

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Print Settings 2

You can change settings by choosing a setting in the Print Settings list:

 Media Type

You can change the media type to one of the following:

• Plain Paper

• Thin Paper

• Thick Paper

• Thicker Paper

• Bond Paper

• Envelopes

• Env. Thick

• Env. Thin

• Recycled Paper

• Label

 Resolution

You can change the resolution as follows:

• 300 dpi

• 600 dpi

• HQ 1200

• 1200 dpi

 Paper Source

You can choose Auto Select, Tray1, Tray2

1

Available if the optional tray is installed.

2

Tray 2 is standard on HL-5450DNT.

12

, MP Tray or Manual.

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Advanced print settings

When you click the triangle mark (c) beside Advanced, the advanced print settings appear.

 Toner Save Mode

You can conserve toner use with this feature. When you set Toner Save Mode to On, print appears
lighter. The default setting is Off.

• We do not recommend Toner Save Mode for printing Photo or Greyscale images.

• Toner Save Mode is not available for HQ 1200 and 1200 dpi resolutions.

 Graphics Quality

You can change the print quality as follows:

• Graphics

This is a graphics mode (contrast priority). Choose this setting for printing text and figures, such as
business and presentation documents. You can represent sharp contrasts between shaded areas.

• Text

This is the best mode for printing text documents.

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Note

Note

Note

 Improve Print Output

This feature allows you to improve a print quality problem.

• Reduce Paper Curl

If you choose this setting, the paper curl may be reduced.

If you are printing only a few pages, you do not need to choose this setting. We recommend that you
change the printer driver setting in Media Type to a thin setting.

This operation will decrease the temperature of the machine's fusing process.

• Improve Toner Fixing

If you choose this setting, the toner fixing capabilities may be improved. If this selection does not
provide enough improvement, change the printer driver setting in Media Type to a thick setting.

This operation will increase the temperature of the machine's fusing process.

• Reduce Ghosting

If you are using the machine in a high humidity environment this setting may reduce ghosting on the
paper. Do not use this setting if the ambient humidity is below 30% or ghosting may increase.

This feature may not reduce ghosting for all types of paper. Before you buy a lot of paper, test a small
quantity to make sure that the paper is suitable.

 Density Adjustment

Increase or decrease the print density.

 Sleep Time

When the machine does not receive data for a certain period of time, it enters sleep mode. In sleep mode,
the machine acts as though it were turned off. When you choose Printer Default, the timeout setting will
be reset to the specific time set at the factory; this can be altered in the driver. If you want to change the
Sleep Time, choose Manual and then enter the time in the text box on the driver.

While the machine is in Sleep Mode, the Ready LED is dimmed, but the machine can still receive data.
Receiving a print job will automatically wake up the machine to start printing.

 Other Print Options

• Skip Blank Page

If Skip Blank Page is checked, the printer driver automatically detects blank pages and excludes them
from printing.

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Duplex (2-sided) Printing 2

 Automatic Duplex Printing

Select Layout.

Choose Long-edge binding or Short-edge binding in Two-Sided.

 Manual Duplex Printing

Select Paper Handling.

• Choose Even Only and Print. Reload the printed paper into the tray (blank side face down in Tray 1 or
Tray 2, or blank side face up in MP tray). Choose Odd Only and Print.

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Features in the BR-Script3 printer driver (PostScript®3™ language emulation) 2

This section introduces the distinctive operations of the BR-Script3 printer driver. For the basic operations of
the BR-Script3 printer driver, see Features in the printer driver (Macintosh) uu page 54 for Page Setup,
Cover Page, Paper Source and Layout.

If you want to setup the PS driver (BR-Script3 printer driver), please go to the Brother Solutions Center at
http://solutions.brother.com/ and visit FAQ’s on your model page for instructions.

Choosing printing options 2

To control special printing features, choose Printer Features from the Print dialog box.

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Printer Features 2

Feature Sets: General 1

 Print Quality

You can change the resolution as follows:

• 300 dpi

• 600 dpi

• HQ 1200

• 1200 dpi

 Media Type

You can change the media type to one of the following:

• Plain Paper

• Thin Paper

• Thick Paper

• Thicker Paper

• Bond Paper

• Envelopes

• Env. Thick

• Env. Thin

• Recycled Paper

• Label

• Hagaki

1

Postcard with the size specified by Japan Post Service Co., LTD

1

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 Toner Save

You can conserve toner using this feature. When you check Toner Save, your prints appear lighter. The
default setting is Off.

• We do not recommend Toner Save for printing Photo or Greyscale images.

• Toner Save is not available for HQ 1200 and 1200 dpi resolutions.

 Sleep Time [Min.]

When the machine does not receive data for a certain period of time, it enters sleep mode. In sleep mode,
the machine acts as though it were turned off. When you choose Printer Default, the timeout setting will
be reset to the specific time set at the factory; this can be altered in the driver. If you want to change the
Sleep Time, choose 2, 10 or 30.

While the machine is in Sleep Mode, the Ready LED is dimmed, but the machine can still receive data.
Receiving a print job will automatically wake up the machine to start printing.

 Halftone Screen Lock

Stops other applications from modifying the Halftone settings. The Default setting is on.

 High Quality Image Printing

You can increase the quality of image printing. If you set High Quality Image Printing to On, the print
speed will be slower.

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Note

Note

Note

Feature Sets: General 2

 Improve Print Output

This feature allows you to improve a print quality problem.

• Reduce Paper Curl

If you choose this setting, the paper curl may be reduced.

If you are printing only a few pages, you do not need to choose this setting. We recommend that you
change the printer driver setting in Media Type to a thin setting.

This operation will decrease the temperature of the machine's fusing process.

• Improve Toner Fixing

If you choose this setting, the toner fixing capabilities may be improved. If this selection does not
provide enough improvement, change the printer driver setting in Media Type to a thick setting.

This operation will increase the temperature of the machine's fusing process.

 Ghost Reduction Setting

If you are using the machine in a high humidity environment this setting may reduce ghosting on the paper.
Do not use this setting if the ambient humidity is below 30% or ghosting may increase.

This feature may not reduce ghosting for all types of paper. Before you buy a lot of paper, test a small
quantity to make sure that the paper is suitable.

 Density Adjustment

Increase or decrease the print density.

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Removing the printer driver 2

a Log in as an ‘Administrator’.
b From the Apple menu, choose System Preferences. Click Print & Fax

want to remove and remove it by clicking the - button.

c Click OK

1

Print & Scan for Mac OS X 10.7.x users

2

Delete Printer for Mac OS X 10.6.x and 10.7.x users

2

.

1

, then choose the printer you

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Status Monitor 2

The Status Monitor utility is a configurable software tool for monitoring the status of the machine, letting you
see error messages such as paper empty or paper jam at pre-set update intervals.
You can also access the web based management (HL-5450DN(T) only).
You can check the device status by launching Brother Status Monitor following these steps:

 For Mac OS X 10.5.8

a Run the System Preferences, select Print & Fax, then choose the machine.
b Click the Open Print Queue..., then click Utility. Status Monitor will start up.

 For Mac OS X 10.6.x

a Run the System Preferences, select Print & Fax, then choose the machine.
b Click the Open Print Queue..., then click Printer Setup. Select the Utility tab then click

Open Printer Utility. Status Monitor will start up.

 For Mac OS X 10.7.x

a Run the System Preferences, select Print & Scan, then choose the machine.
b Click the Open Print Queue..., then click Printer Setup. Select the Utility tab then click

Open Printer Utility. Status Monitor will start up.

Updating the machine’s status 2

If you want the latest machine status while the Status Monitor window is open, click the Refresh icon.

You can set the interval at which the software will update the machine status information. Go to the menu bar,

Brother Status Monitor and choose Preferences.

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Hiding or showing the window 2

After starting the Status Monitor, you can hide or show the window. To hide the window, go to the menu bar,
Brother Status Monitor and choose Hide Status Monitor. To show the window, click the
Brother Status Monitor icon in the dock.

Quitting the window 2

Click Brother Status Monitor in the menu bar and then choose Quit Status Monitor from the pop-up menu.

Web Based Management (For HL-5450DN(T) in network connection) 2

You can access the Web Based Management System by clicking the machine icon on the Status Monitor
screen. A standard Web Browser can be used to manage your machine using HTTP (Hyper Text Transfer
Protocol).
More information on the Web Based Management System uu Network User's Guide: Web Based

Management

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Software 2

Software for networks 2

For the information about network utility software uu Network User's Guide: Network features

Remote Printer Console (Windows® only) 2

Remote Printer Console is software to change many of the printer settings independently of your application.
For example, you can change the settings for printer margin, sleep mode, character set and so on. These
settings are then remembered and used by the machine. The application and printer driver settings will take
priority over the Remote Printer Console settings.

How to use and install the Remote Printer Console software 2

To use the Remote Printer Console software, follow the steps below.

a Put the supplied installation CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive and close the opening screen when it

appears.

b Open Windows

®

Explorer and choose the CD-ROM drive.

c Double-click the tools folder.
d Double-click the RPC folder.
e Refer to the RPC_User’s_Guide.pdf for how to install and use the Remote Printer Console.

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Control panel 3

LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) 3

This section refers to six LEDs and two keys on the control panel.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

1 Back Cover LED

The Back Cover LED indicates when the errors occur in the
back of the machine or the duplex tray.

2 Toner LED

The Toner LED indicates that the Toner is low.

3 Drum LED

The Drum LED indicates that the Drum will need to be
replaced soon.

4 Paper LED

The Paper LED indicates when the machine has errors
relating to paper feeding.

5 Error LED

The Error LED indicates that the machine is in error state.

Also, the Error LED indicates the kind of error in
combination with other LEDs.

6 Ready LED

The Ready LED will blink depending on the machine status.

7 Cancel Key

1 Job Cancel / All Jobs Cancel

8 Go Key

Error recovery / Form feed / Reprint

The LED indications shown in the table below are used in the illustrations in this chapter.

or or

or or

LED is off.

LED is on.

LED is dimmed.

LED is blinking.

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LEDs Machine Status

Sleep

The machine is in Sleep Mode (Power Save mode). While the machine is in
Sleep Mode, the Ready LED is dimmed, but the machine can still receive data.
Receiving a print job will automatically wake up the machine to start printing.

For more information, see Sleep Time uu page 86.

Deep Sleep

The machine is in Deep Sleep Mode, reducing more power consumption than
Sleep mode. While the machine is in Deep Sleep Mode, the Ready LED is
dimmed, but the machine can still receive data. Receiving a print job will
automatically wake up the machine to start printing.

For more information, see Deep Sleep mode uu page 86.

Power Down

The machine is in Power Down Mode. To start printing, press any key on the
control panel and then send the print data.

The Ready LED will turn on 2 seconds and off for 4 seconds.

For more information, see Power Down mode uu page 87.

Ready

The machine is ready to print.

Printing

The machine is printing.

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LEDs Machine Status

Please Wait

The machine is warming up.

Cooling Down

The machine is cooling down. Wait for a few seconds until the inside of the
machine has cooled down.

Receiving Data

The machine is either receiving data from the computer or processing data in
the memory.

Data Remaining

There is remaining print data in the machine's memory. If the Ready LED is
blinking for a long time and nothing has printed, press Go to print the remaining
data in the memory.

Toner Low

The toner cartridge will need to be replaced soon. Buy a new toner cartridge and
have it ready for when Replace Toner is indicated.

The Toner LED will turn on for 2 seconds and off for 3 seconds.

Replace Toner

Replace the toner cartridge with a new one.

See Replacing the toner cartridge uu page 95.

No Toner

Remove the drum unit and toner cartridge assembly, remove the toner cartridge
from the drum unit, and re-install the toner cartridge back into the drum unit
again. Re-install the drum unit and toner cartridge assembly back in the
machine. If the problem continues, replace the toner cartridge.

See Replacing the toner cartridge uu page 97.

Cartridge Error

The drum unit and toner cartridge assembly is not installed correctly. Take the
drum unit and toner cartridge assembly out of the machine and put it back in.

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LEDs Machine Status

Drum End Soon

The drum unit will need to be replaced soon. We recommend that you get a new
drum unit to replace the current one.

See Replacing the drum unit uu page 105.

The Drum LED will turn on for 2 seconds and off for 3 seconds.

Replace Drum

Replace the drum with a new one.

See Replacing the drum unit uu page 105.

Drum Error

The corona wire needs to be cleaned. See Cleaning the corona wire
uu page 112.

If the toner cartridge is placed in the machine without the drum unit, put the toner
cartridge into the drum unit, and then reinstall the drum unit and toner cartridge
assembly in the machine.

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LEDs Machine Status

Drum Stop

Replace the drum with a new one.

See Replacing the drum unit uu page 105.

Cover is Open

Close the fuser cover located behind the back cover of the machine.

Make sure paper is not jammed inside the back of the machine, and then close
the fuser cover and press Go.

No Tray

The machine cannot detect the standard paper tray. Re-install the standard
paper tray, or ensure it is installed correctly.

Jam MP Tray / Jam Tray 1 / Jam Tray 2 / Jam Inside

Clear the paper jam.

See Jam MP Tray / Jam Tray 1 / Jam Tray 2 / Jam Inside uu page 127.

If the machine does not start printing, press Go.

If the toner cartridge is placed in the machine without the drum unit, put the toner
cartridge into the drum unit, and then reinstall the drum unit and toner cartridge
assembly in the machine.

Size Error DX

The paper size defined in the printer driver is not available for automatic duplex
printing.

Press Cancel. Choose a paper size which is supported by the duplex tray.

The paper in the tray is not correct size and is not available for automatic duplex
printing. Load the correct size of paper in the tray.

The paper size you can use for automatic duplex printing is A4.

Size Mismatch

Put the same size paper in the paper tray that is selected in the printer driver,
and then press Go, or select the size of paper that you loaded in the paper tray.

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LEDs Machine Status

No Paper

Put paper in the paper tray you are using.

See Loading paper uu page 8.

Manual Feed

Manual was selected as the paper source when there was no paper in the MP
tray. Place paper in the MP tray. If the machine is in Pause mode, press Go.

Cover is Open

Close the front cover of the machine.

Log Access Error (HL-5450DN(T) only)

The machine could not access the print log file in the server. Contact your
administrator to check the Store Print Log to Network settings.

Out of Memory

Reduce the complexity of your document or reduce the print resolution.

Add more memory (HL-5450DN(T) only).

(See Installing extra memory uu page 92.)

Access Denied (HL-5450DN(T) only)

Printing is restricted by Secure Function Lock 2.0.

Contact your administrator to check your Secure Function Lock Settings.

Limit Exceeded (HL-5450DN(T) only)

The number of pages you are allowed to print has been exceeded. The print job
will be cancelled.

Contact your administrator to check your Secure Function Lock Settings.

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LEDs Machine Status

DIMM Error (HL-5450DN(T) only)

The DIMM (Dual In-Line Memory Module) is not installed correctly. Or the DIMM
is broken or does not meet the required specifications.

Turn off the machine and remove the DIMM.

(See Installing extra memory uu page 92.)

Confirm that the DIMM meets the required specifications.

(For details, see SO-DIMM types uu page 91.)

Re-install the DIMM correctly. Wait a few seconds, and then turn the machine
on again.

If this indication continues, replace the DIMM with a new one.

(See Installing extra memory uu page 92.)

Main PCB Failure

Turn off the power switch, and then turn it back on and try to print again.

If the error occurs again, call your dealer or Brother Customer Service.

Cover is Open

Close the fuser cover located behind the back cover of the machine.

Duplex Disabled

Put the duplex tray in the machine and close the back cover.

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LEDs Machine Status

Jam Rear / Jam Duplex

Clear the paper jam.

See Jam Rear / Jam Duplex uu page 132.

If the machine does not start printing, press Go.

Cancel Printing / Cancel All Jobs

The machine is canceling the job.

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Service call indications 3

If there is an error that cannot be cleared by the user, the machine will show that a service call is needed by
lighting up all the LEDs as shown below.

If you see the service call indication shown above, turn off the power switch, and then turn it back on and try
to print again.

If the error is not cleared after turning the power switch off and then back on, press Go and Cancel together,
the LEDs will light up as shown in the following table to identify the error.

LED error indication 3

LEDs Main PCB

failure

Back Cover

Toner

Drum

Paper

Error

Ready

1

If this error occurs, turn off the machine's power switch, wait a few seconds, and then turn it on again. Leave the machine for approx. 15 minutes
with the power on. If the error occurs again, call your dealer or Brother Customer Service.

Fuser unit

failure

1

Laser unit

failure

Main motor

failure

High

voltage

failure

FAN failure Zero Cross

error

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For example, the LED indication below shows a fuser unit failure.

Make a note of the indication, referring to LED error indication uu page 79, and report the error status to your
dealer or Brother Customer Service.

Make sure that the front cover is completely closed before you report a service call.

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Control panel keys 3

The control panel keys have the following functions:

 Cancel printing

Cancel the current job being printed: If you press Cancel while printing, the machine will immediately stop
printing and will then eject the paper. The Ready and Error LEDs will blink as the job is being canceled.

Cancel all the received jobs: To delete all jobs, press and hold Cancel for about 4 seconds until all the
LEDs light up and then release it. The Ready and Error LEDs will blink as the job(s) is being canceled.

 Error recovery

If there is an error, the machine will recover automatically from some errors. If an error is not automatically
cleared, press Go to clear the error, and then continue to use the machine.

 Form feed

If the Ready LED blinks for a long time, press Go. The machine will print any data that is left in the
machine’s memory.

 Reprint

To reprint the last document, press Go for about 4 seconds until all the LEDs light up and then release it.
Within 2 seconds press Go the number of times you want to reprint. If you don’t press Go within 2 seconds,
a single copy will be printed.

®

If you print with the Windows
Reprint in the printer driver will take priority over the settings made on the control panel. (For more
information, see Use Reprint uu page 36.)

printer driver we have supplied with the machine, the settings for Use

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Print a test page 3

You can use Go or the printer driver to print a test page.

Using the Go key 3

a Turn off the machine.
b Make sure that the front cover is closed and the power cord is plugged in.
c Hold down Go as you turn on the power switch. Keep Go pressed down until all the LEDs light up and

then the Ready LED turns off.

d Release Go. Make sure that all the LEDs turn off.
e Press Go again. The machine will print a test page.

Using the printer driver 3

If you are using the Windows® printer driver, click the Print Test Page button in the General tab of the printer
driver.

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Print a Printer Settings page 3

You can print the current settings using the control panel button or printer driver.

Using the Go key 3

a Make sure that the front cover is closed and the power cord is plugged in.
b Turn on the machine and wait until the machine is in Ready mode.
c Press Go three times. The machine will print the current printer settings page.

Using the printer driver 3

If you are using the Windows® printer driver, you can print the current printer settings page by clicking the

Print Settings button in the Support dialog.

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Print Fonts 3

You can print a list of the internal fonts using the control panel button or printer driver.

Using the Go key 3

a Turn off the machine.
b Make sure that the front cover is closed and the power cord is plugged in.
c Hold down Go as you turn on the power switch. Keep Go pressed down until all the LEDs light up and

then the Ready LED turns off.

d Release Go. Make sure that all the LEDs turn off.
e Press Go twice. The machine will print a list of the internal fonts.

Using the printer driver 3

If you are using the Brother’s Windows® printer driver, you can print a list of the internal fonts by clicking the

Print Fonts button in the Support dialog.

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Security features 3

Secure Function Lock 2.0 (HL-5450DN(T) only) 3

Secure Function Lock lets you restrict Public access to the Print function1.

This feature also prevents users from changing the Default settings of the machine by limiting access to the
Menu settings. Before using the security features you must first enter an administrator password. Access to
restricted operations can be enabled by creating a restricted user. Restricted users must enter a user
password to use the machine. Secure Function Lock can be set by using Web Based Management and

®

BRAdmin Professional 3 (Windows

1

Print function includes print jobs via Google Cloud Print and Brother iPrint&Scan.

• Make a careful note of your password. If you forget it, you will have to reset the password stored in the
machine. For information about how to reset the password call your Brother dealer for service.

• Only administrators can set limitations and make changes for each user.

only). (uu Network User's Guide)

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Ecology features 3

Toner Save 3

You can save toner using this feature. When you set Toner Save to on, prints appear lighter. The default
setting is off.

You can change the toner save mode setting on the printer driver.

To change the toner save mode setting, see the following:

®

 Advanced tab uu page 31 (Windows

 Advanced options uu page 47 (BR-Script3 printer driver for Windows

 Print Settings uu page 59 (Macintosh printer driver)

 Printer Features uu page 64 (BR-Script3 printer driver for Macintosh)

Sleep Time 3

printer driver)

®

)

The Sleep mode setting can reduce power consumption. When the machine is in Sleep Mode (Power Save
mode) it acts as though it were turned off. The machine will wake up and start printing when it receives a print
job.

You can choose how long the machine must be idle before it goes into Sleep mode. When the machine
receives a print file or document, the timer will be reset. The default setting is 3 minutes. While the machine
is in Sleep mode the Ready LED glows dimly.

You can change the sleep mode time setting on the printer driver.

To change the sleep mode time setting, see the following:

®

 Advanced tab uu page 31 (Windows

 Advanced options uu page 47 (BR-Script3 printer driver for Windows

 Print Settings uu page 59 (Macintosh printer driver)

 Printer Features uu page 64 (BR-Script3 printer driver for Macintosh)

printer driver)

®

)

Deep Sleep mode 3

If the machine is in Sleep mode and does not receive any jobs for a certain length of time, the machine will
go into Deep Sleep mode automatically and the Ready LED glows dimly. Deep Sleep mode uses less power
than Sleep Mode. The machine will wake up, when the machine receives a print job.

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Power Down mode 3

If the machine is in Deep Sleep mode for 4 hours, it will then go into Power Down mode automatically. Also,
the Ready LED will dim and turn on 2 seconds and off for 4 seconds. Power Down mode is the lowest power
consumption mode, which achieves a power consumption of less than 0.5 W. To start printing, press any key
on the control panel and then send the print data.

You can enable or disable the Power Down mode feature by following these steps:

a Make sure that the front cover is closed and the power cord is plugged in.
b Turn on the machine and wait until the machine is in the Ready mode.
c Press Go four times to change between On and Off.

All the LEDs blink twice when you turn on the Power Down mode.
All the LEDs blink once when you turn off the Power Down mode.

The machine does not go into Power Down mode when the machine is connected to a wired network.

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Quiet mode feature 3

The Quiet mode setting can reduce printing noise. When Quiet Mode is turned on, the print speed becomes
slower. The default setting is Off.

Turning Quiet mode on/off 3

a Make sure that the front cover is closed and the power cord is plugged in.
b Turn on the machine and wait until the machine is in the Ready mode.
c Press Go nine times to change between On and Off.

All the LEDs blink twice when you turn on the Quiet mode.
All the LEDs blink once when you turn off the Quiet mode.

You can also change the Quiet mode setting through the Remote Printer Console. For details of the

®

Remote Printer Console, see Remote Printer Console (Windows

only) uu page 70.

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Options 4

This machine has the following optional accessories. You can increase the capabilities of the machine with
these items.

Lower tray

LT-5400

See Lower tray (LT-5400)
uu page 90.

1

HL-5450DNT is equipped with the lower tray as standard.

2

The optional memory is available for HL-5450DN(T).

1

SO-DIMM memory

See SO-DIMM (HL-5450DN(T) only)
uu page 91.

2

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WARNING

Lower tray (LT-5400) 4

One optional lower tray (Tray 2) can be installed on HL-5440D and HL-5450DN1, and the lower tray can hold

2

up to 500 sheets of 80 g/m
sheets of plain paper. If you want to buy the optional lower tray unit, call the dealer you bought the machine
from or Brother Customer Service.

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Tray 2 is standard on HL-5450DNT.

paper. When the optional lower tray is installed, the machine can hold up to 800

For setup, see the User’s Guide that we have supplied with the lower tray unit.

If you use a Lower Tray, DO NOT carry the machine with the Lower Tray as you may be injured or cause
damage to the machine because it is not attached to the Lower Tray.

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SO-DIMM (HL-5450DN(T) only) 4

The machine has 64 MB of standard memory and one slot for optional memory expansion. You can increase
the memory up to a maximum of 320 MB by installing one SO-DIMM (Small Outline Dual In-line Memory
Module).

SO-DIMM types 4

You can install the following SO-DIMMs:

 256 MB Kingston KTH-LJ2015/256

 256 MB Transcend TS256MHP423A

• For more information, visit the Kingston Technology's website at http://www.kingston.com/.

• For more information, visit the Transcend website at http://www.transcend.com.tw/

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In general, the SO-DIMM must have the following specifications:

Type: 144-pin and 16-bit output

CAS latency: 4

Clock frequency: 267 MHz (533 Mb/s/pin) or more

Capacity: 256 MB

Height: 30.0 mm (1.18 in.)

DRAM type: DDR2 SDRAM

• There might be some SO-DIMMs that will not work with the machine.

• For more information, call the dealer you bought the machine from or Brother Customer Service.

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Important

Installing extra memory 4

a Turn off the machine.
b Disconnect the interface cables from the machine, and then unplug the power cord from the electrical

socket.

Always turn off the machine power switch before installing or removing the SO-DIMM.

c Remove the plastic (1) and then the metal (2) SO-DIMM covers.

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d Unpack the SO-DIMM and hold it by its edges.

To prevent damage to the machine from static electricity, DO NOT touch the memory chips or the board
surface.

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e Hold the SO-DIMM by the edges and align the notches in the SO-DIMM with the protrusions in the slot.

Insert the SO-DIMM diagonally (1), then tilt it toward the interface board until it clicks into place (2).

f Put the metal (2) and then the plastic (1) SO-DIMM covers back on.

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g Plug the machine’s power cord back into the electrical socket first, and then connect the interface cables.
h Turn on the machine.

To make sure that you have installed the SO-DIMM correctly, you can print the printer settings page that
shows the current memory size. (See Print a Printer Settings page uu page 83.)

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Routine Maintenance 5

Replacing consumable items 5

You will need to replace the consumable items when the machine indicates that the life of the consumable is
over. You can replace the following consumable items by yourself:

The drum unit and toner cartridge are two separate parts.

Toner cartridge Drum unit

See Replacing the toner cartridge uu page 95.

See Replacing the drum unit uu page 105.

Model Name: TN-3330, TN-3380

• Go to http://www.brother.com/original/index.html for instructions on how to return the used toner cartridge
to the brother collection program. If you choose not to return your used toner cartridge, please discard the
used toner cartridge according to local regulations, keeping it separate from domestic waste. If you have
questions, call your local waste disposal office. (uu Product Safety Guide: Recycling information in
accordance with the WEEE (2002/96/EC) and Battery (2006/66/EC) Directives)

• We recommend placing used consumable items on a piece of paper to prevent accidentally spilling or
scattering the material inside.

Model Name: DR-3300

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