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Brother HL-L1230W reviews
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Product overview
Brother HL-L1230W is listed in the laser printers category. The recorded specifications include print technology: Laser; colour printing: No; duplex printing: Yes; wi-fi: Yes. This entry covers manufacturer code HL-L1230W. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
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Specifications
Manufacturer code: HL-L1230W. Icecat product 134060233 · Checked 24 Sep 2026. The source lists this code for Great Britain. No specifications are transferred from other editions.
Key specifications
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| Print technology | Laser |
|---|---|
| Colour printing | No |
| Maximum resolution | 2400 x 600 DPI |
| Duplex printing | Yes |
| Black print speed (normal A4/Letter) | 20 ppm |
| Largest ISO paper size | A4 |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN | No |
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Display1 detail
| Built-in display | No |
|---|
Processor, memory & storage4 details
| Memory (RAM) | 64 MB |
|---|---|
| Card reader integrated | No |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °C |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 20 - 80% |
Printing, scanning & paper21 details
| Duplex printing mode | Manual |
|---|---|
| Watermark printing | Yes |
| N-up printing | 2, 4, 6, 9, 16, 25 |
| Booklet printing function | Yes |
| Economical printing | Yes |
| Printing colours | Black |
| Number of print cartridges | 1 |
| Total number of input trays | 1 |
| Total output capacity | 50 sheets |
| Paper tray 1 input capacity | 150 sheets |
| Paper tray media types | Plain paper, Recycled paper |
| Non-ISO print media sizes | 16K, Executive, Folio, Legal, Letter |
| Paper tray media weight | 65 - 105 g/m² |
| Mobile printing technologies | Apple AirPrint, Brother Mobile Connect, Mopria Print Service |
| Sound pressure level (printing) | 51 dB |
| Sound power level (printing) | 66.6 dB |
| Power consumption (printing) | 380 W |
| Cartridge(s) included | Yes |
| Included cartridge capacity (black) | 1500 pages |
| Printer drum included | Yes |
| Printing | Mono printing |
Connections & wireless7 details
| USB port | Yes |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| NFC | No |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Supported network protocols (IPv4) | ARP, RARP, BOOTP, DHCP, APIPA (Auto IP), WINS/NetBIOS name resolution, DNS Resolver, mDNS, LLMNR responder, LPR/LPD, Custom Raw Port/Port9100, SMTP Client, IPP/IPPS, FTP Server, SNMPv1/v2c/v3, HTTP/HTTPS server, TFTP client and server, ICMP, Web Services (Print) |
| Supported network protocols (IPv6) | NDP, RA, DNS resolver, mDNS, LLMNR responder, LPR/LPD, Custom Raw Port/Port9100, IPP/IPPS, SMTP Client, FTP Server, SNMPv1/v2c/v3, HTTP/HTTPS server, TFTP client and server, ICMPv6, Web Services (Print) |
Power & battery5 details
| Power consumption (ready) | 40 W |
|---|---|
| Power consumption (off) | 0.28 W |
| Energy Star Typical Electricity Consumption (TEC) | 0.31 kWh/week |
| AC input voltage | 220 - 240 V |
| AC input frequency | 50/60 Hz |
Controls & features1 detail
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 10 - 32.5 °C |
|---|
Design & dimensions6 details
| Colour | No |
|---|---|
| Product colour | White |
| Width | 340 mm |
| Depth | 238 mm |
| Height | 189 mm |
| Weight | 4.6 kg |
Software & compatibility4 details
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 11, Windows 11 Enterprise, Windows 11 Enterprise x64, Windows 11 Home, Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 x64 |
|---|---|
| Mac operating systems supported | Yes |
| Linux operating systems supported | Yes |
| Other operating systems supported | ChromeOS |
Further product details8 details
| Time to first page (black, normal) | 10 s |
|---|---|
| Recommended duty cycle | 0 - 2000 pages per month |
| Total input capacity | 150 sheets |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9) | A4, A5 |
| ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9) | B5 |
| Security algorithms | 64-bit WEP, 128-bit WEP, SMTP-AUTH, SSL/TLS, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, WPA3-SAE |
| Market positioning | Home & office |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 - 80% |
Packaging & supplied accessories6 details
| Package width | 415 mm |
|---|---|
| Package depth | 303 mm |
| Package height | 324 mm |
| Package weight | 5.6 kg |
| Warranty card | Yes |
| Cables included | AC |
Specifications describe the supplied product data, not measured review results. Battery life, range and performance figures are source claims and can vary with use.
Make sense of the details
Choosing the Brother HL-L1230W
The listed print technology is Laser. Compare replacement consumable prices and expected page volumes alongside the purchase price. Features such as duplex printing or a scanner should be confirmed independently in the specification table.
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Before choosing this printer
- Estimate normal monthly pages, colour use, scans and paper sizes.
- Price current replacement ink or toner by exact part number.
- Confirm duplex printing, duplex scanning and document feeder separately.
- Measure the printer with trays and lid open.
Questions about Brother HL-L1230W
How many expert reviews are available for Brother HL-L1230W?
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What is the COR Score for Brother HL-L1230W?
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Which exact version does this page cover?
This page identifies Brother HL-L1230W using manufacturer code HL-L1230W. Check that code, configuration and supplied accessories against the retailer listing. Related-version reviews are labelled separately and do not contribute to this version’s score.
What is the listed print technology for Brother HL-L1230W?
The source specification records print technology as Laser. This is a specification, not an independent performance measurement. Check the exact model and the original critic reviews for real-world results.
What is the listed colour printing for Brother HL-L1230W?
The source specification records colour printing as No. This is a specification, not an independent performance measurement. Check the exact model and the original critic reviews for real-world results.
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