Brother HL-5470DW Toner Cartridges

Brother HL-5470DW Printer Review

The Brother HL-5470DW is a laser printer that can print monochrome text documents quickly at a speed of up to 40 pages per minute. This unit is just one model in a series, which also includes the HL-5470 base model and the HL-5470DWT, which has an extra paper tray to expand media handling. The HL-5470DW has a mid-range price tag compared to the other models in the series and has the design and output capabilities to support small offices.

The device comes equipped with features like an automatic duplexer for double-sided printing and a mode to conserve toner usage, which both help reduce costs. Users can upgrade the standard paper capacity of 300 pages to a maximum of 800 pages if they need a productivity boost. This can also be achieved by expanding the built-in RAM of 128 MB to its maximum of 384 MB.

The unit's front panel is simple, but offers a good range of controls. The panel also has a status LCD that monitors the progress of documents and status of supplies. There are a number of connection options, including wireless and wired ethernet for networking, as well as a USB port for direct connection. Monochrome graphics have an output quality that bests most comparable units, with resolutions of 1200x1200 dpi using Brother HL-5470DW printer toner. Text output is slightly below par, but should suit standard projects.

The HL-5470DW benefits from a low cost per page, since it uses a single, affordable black supply. Replacement options are flexible, with availability for both a 3,000-sheet standard Brother HL-5470DW toner cartridge and 8,000-sheet high-capacity supply. Users also have the option of replacing expired toners with compatible Brother HL-5470DW toner cartridges for a lower price.

Combining its quick speeds, upgradable features and low running costs, the HL-5470DW is a suitable fit for small offices. While other devices may have a better all-around output, this monochrome printer provides a nice balance of features for the price.