Brother MFC-L2685DW Compact Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer
By Brian Long
Product Overview
The Brother MFC-L2685DW is a compact, desk-friendly monochrome laser multifunction printer engineered for home and small office environments. Offering versatile functionality with print, copy, scan, and fax capabilities, this printer delivers reliable performance and professional-quality documents at an affordable price point.
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Features
- High-Speed Printing: Up to 24 pages per minute
- Versatile Functionality: Print, copy, scan, and fax
- Wireless Connectivity: Print from multiple devices
- 35-Sheet Automatic Document Feeder: Simplifies multi-page jobs
- 250-Sheet Paper Tray: Reduces frequency of paper refills
- Automatic Duplex Printing: Save paper with two-sided printing
- Mobile Printing Support: Compatible with AirPrint, Google Cloud Print, and more
- Flexible Paper Handling: Manual feed slot for envelopes and special media
- Compact Desktop Design: Space-saving form factor
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Print Technology | Monochrome Laser |
| Print Speed | Up to 24 pages per minute |
| Print Resolution | 2400 x 600 dpi |
| Scanning Resolution | 600 dpi optical |
| Media Sizes | Letter, Legal, Executive, A4, A5, A6, B5, B6 |
| Input Capacity | 251 sheets (250-sheet tray, 1-sheet manual feed) |
| Document Feeder | 35-sheet capacity |
| Output Tray | 100-sheet capacity |
| Connectivity | USB, Wireless |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | Up to 10,000 pages |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 250 to 2,000 pages |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 16.1" x 15.7" x 12.5" |
| Weight | 24.7 lbs |
Manuals and Documents
- User Manual - Comprehensive setup and operation guide
- Quick Setup Guide - Get started quickly
- Basic User’s Guide - Essential information and tips
- Installation CD-ROM - Driver and software installation
Supported Media Types
- Plain Paper
- Envelopes
- Custom sizes
Package Contents
- MFC-L2685DW Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer
- Starter Toner Cartridge (Approx. 700 pages)
- DR630 Drum Unit (Approx. 12,000 pages)
- Quick Setup Guide
- Basic User’s Guide
- AC Power Cord
- Telephone Line Cord
- Installation CD-ROM
Connectivity Options
Print and scan with ease using:
- Wireless Networking
- USB Interface
- Apple AirPrint
- Brother iPrint&Scan
- Mopria
- Wi-Fi Direct
- Google Cloud Print
Scanning Capabilities
- Color Scanning
- Scan to Email
- Scan to File
- Scan to Image
- Scan to OCR
- Scan to SharePoint
Convenience Features
- ID Copy: Copy both sides of an ID card on one page
- Straight-through paper path
- Mobile device scanning and printing
Performance and Reliability
- Robust desktop design
- 1-year limited warranty
- Free lifetime support
Recommended Use
Ideal for home offices and small businesses requiring reliable, cost-effective monochrome printing and document management.