

Upgrade your professional documents.
With the consistent dependability of laser-quality digital color printing.
Maximize efficiency. Laser focused functionality.
Compact and capable with timesaving print speeds up to 27 ppm.‡ With Automatic Duplex printing – the most efficient way to produce two-sided pages.
Print from Cloud-based apps.
A 2.7” touchscreen enables printing from Cloud-based apps including Google Drive™, Dropbox, EverNote, and others commonly used by businesses and entrepreneurs alike.‡
Print from virtually anywhere.
Brother Mobile Connect app puts the power of printer management in your hands. Print remotely, monitor toner levels, and re-order supplies directly from Brother.‡
Flexible connection options.
Connect with built-in dual band wireless (2.4GHz / 5GHz)‡, Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi Direct®, or connect locally to a single computer via USB interface.
Versatile paper handling.
Save time, refill less, and effectively handle high-volume printing with a 250-sheet capacity paper tray.‡ The single-sheet manual feed slot is a practical tool for printing specialty media such as labels and envelopes.
Advanced security features.
Safeguard sensitive documents and create secure connections to devices and networks for peace of mind printing.
Print with purpose.
Engineered to be environmentally friendly, HL-L3280CDW is ENERGY STAR® compliant and EPEAT® Silver rated. Eco-friendly printer features include Eco Mode, Toner Save Mode, and automatic duplex printing.
Brother Genuine certainty.
Made specifically for Brother printers, Brother Genuine Toner promises reliable compatibility and continually consistent performance with cost effective High Yield and multipack options. Replace with Brother Genuine Toner: TN229 Standard Yield, TN229XL High Yield, and TN229V Value High Yield.
Refresh EZ Print Subscription.
With Refresh EZ Print Subscription smart ink & toner service, you’ll never worry about running out of toner again, plus you’ll enjoy savings up to 50% on Brother Genuine Toner‡. Get started today with a Free Trial‡.
Brother Customer Support.
1-year limited warranty for peace of mind. For customer service, visit us at www.brother-usa.com/support.
Connectivity
Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Systems Compatibility‡ | Compatible with Windows, Mac®, Linux, and Chrome OS. Visit support.brother.com for the latest OS compatibility and to download your machine’s drivers and software. |
| Standard Interface | Gigabit Ethernet,Dual Band Wireless: 802.11 b/g/n (2.4GHz), 802.11 a/n (5GHz),Hi-Speed USB 2.0 |
| Standard Network Features‡ | Printing,Secure Print |
| Mobile Device Compatibility‡ | AirPrint,BrotherMobileConnect,Mopria,WiFiDirect |
| Supported Network Protocols IPv4 | APIPA (Auto IP),Web Services,ARP,BOOTP,CIFS Client,Custom Raw Port/Port 9100,DHCP,DNS Resolver,FTP Server,HTTP/HTTPS Server,ICMP,IPP/IPPS,LDAP,LLMNR Responder,LPR/LPD,mDNS,RARP,SMTP Client,SNMPv1/v2c/v3,SNTP Client,TELNET Server,TFTP Client and Server,WINS/NetBIOS Name Resolution |
| Supported Network Protocols IPv6 | Web Services,NDP,RA,DNS Resolver,mDNS,LLMNR Responder,LPR/LPD,Custom Raw Port/Port 9100,IPP/IPPS,SMTP Client,FTP Server,CIFS Client,TELNET Server,SNMPv1/v2c/v3,HTTP/HTTPS Server,TFTP Client and Server,ICMPv6,SNTP Client,LDAP |
| One Push Wireless Setup | Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ |
| WiFi Certified | Yes |
| System Requirement | Download System Requirement |
Dimensions
Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit Weight | 33.9 |
| Unit Dimensions | 15.7" x 15.7" x 10.8" |
| Carton Dimensions | 20" x 19" x 15" |
| Carton Weight | 39.7 |
General
Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard Memory | 256 |
| Maximum Monthly Duty Cycle‡ | Up to 40,000 pages |
| Recommended Monthly Print Volume‡ | Up to 3,000 pages |
| Toner Save Mode | Yes |
| Standard Paper Capacity | 250 |
Paper Handling
Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard Paper Input Capacity (sheets)‡ | 250 |
| Output Paper Capacity (Sheets)‡ | 150 |
| Duplex Printing Capability | Yes |
| Paper Handling Size for Duplex Printing | Letter, Legal |
| Sheet Weight - Paper Tray (Min/Max)‡ | 16-43 lbs. (bond) |
| Manual Feed Capacity‡ | 1 |
| Media Type | Plain,Glossy Paper‡,Bond,Envelopes,Labels,Recycled Paper,Colored Paper,Letterhead |
| Paper Handling Size Manual Feed | Envelope,Custom Sizes (3.0-8.5 (w), 4.57-14 (l) |
| Paper Handling Size Paper Tray | Letter,Legal,Executive,A4,A5,A6,B5,B6,Folio (8" x 13") |
| Sheet Weight Manual Feed | 16-43 lbs. (bond) |
Power
Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Machine Noise Ready Printing | 40 dB / 47 dB |
| Power Consumption Power Off Deep Sleep Sleep Ready Printing | 0.02W / 0.4W / 7W / 70W / 590W |
| EPA ENERGY STAR TEC Value | 0.38 |
| ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes |
| EPEAT Registered | Silver |
| Power Source | 110-120 V AC 50 / 60 Hz |
| Operating Environment Humidity | 20-80% |
| Operating Environment Temperature | 50-90 degrees F |
Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Black Print Speed‡ (max. ppm) | 27 |
| Color Print Speed‡ (max. ppm) | 27 |
| Emulation(s)‡ | BR-Script3‡,PCL5c,PCL5e,PCL6 (PCL XL Class 3.0),PDF Version 1.7,XPS Version 1.0 |
| First Page Out Time‡ (max. sec.) | 13.5 |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes (default) |
| Print Resolution | 2400 x 600 dpi class |
| Cloud Services‡ (Print) | Box/Box for Business,OneNote,SharePoint Online,Google Drive™/Google Drive for Business,Evernote®/Evernote Business,OneDrive/OneDrive for Business,Dropbox/Dropbox for Business |
| CPU Speed | 800 |
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