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Brother HL-1212W reviews
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Product overview
Brother HL-1212W is listed in the laser printers category. The recorded specifications include print technology: Laser; colour printing: No; duplex printing: No; wi-fi: Yes. This entry covers manufacturer code HL-1212W. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
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Specifications
Manufacturer code: HL-1212W. Icecat product 24693087 · 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 | No |
| Black print speed (normal A4/Letter) | 20 ppm |
| Largest ISO paper size | A4 |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN | No |
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Audio & listening1 detail
| Noise level (ready) | 51 dB |
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Display1 detail
| Built-in display | No |
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Processor, memory & storage7 details
| Memory (RAM) | 32 MB |
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| Built-in processor | Yes |
| Processor family | ARM Cortex |
| Processor model | ARM9 |
| Processor frequency | 200 MHz |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °C |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 35 - 85% |
Printing, scanning & paper14 details
| N-up printing | 2, 4, 6, 9, 16, 25 |
|---|---|
| Printing colours | Black |
| Number of print cartridges | 1 |
| Total number of input trays | 1 |
| Total output capacity | 50 sheets |
| Maximum number of input trays | 1 |
| Paper tray media types | Plain paper, Recycled paper |
| Non-ISO print media sizes | Executive, Folio, Letter, Legal |
| Paper tray media weight | 65 - 105 g/m² |
| Mobile printing technologies | Brother iPrint & Scan |
| Sound pressure level (printing) | 51 dB |
| Power consumption (printing) | 380 W |
| Cartridge(s) included | Yes |
| Printer drum included | Yes |
Connections & wireless6 details
| Standard interfaces | USB 1.1, USB 2.0, Wireless LAN |
|---|---|
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
| Network ready | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Supported network protocols (IPv4) | ARP, RARP, BOOTP, DHCP, APIPA(Auto IP), WINS/NetBIOS, DNS resolver, mDNS, LLMNR responder, LPR/LPD, Custom Raw Port/Port 9100, IPP, FTP Server, SNMPv1/v2c, HTTP Server, TFTP Client/Server, SMTP Client, ICMP, Web Services |
| Supported network protocols (IPv6) | NDP, RA, DNS Resolver, mDNS, LLMNR responder, LPR/LPD, Custom Raw Port/ Port 9100, IPP, FTP Server, SNMPv1/v2c, HTTP Server, TFTP Client/Server, SMTP Client, ICMPv6, Web Services |
Power & battery8 details
| Power consumption (max) | 1044 W |
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| Power consumption (ready) | 40 W |
| Power consumption (standby) | 40 W |
| Power consumption (PowerSave) | 0.7 W |
| Power consumption (off) | 0.28 W |
| Energy Star Typical Electricity Consumption (TEC) | 0.7 kWh/week |
| AC input voltage | 110 - 240 V |
| AC input frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
Controls & features1 detail
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 10 - 32 °C |
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Design & dimensions7 details
| Colour | No |
|---|---|
| Custom media width | 148 - 216 mm |
| Product colour | Black, White |
| Width | 415 mm |
| Depth | 324 mm |
| Height | 303 mm |
| Weight | 4.6 kg |
Software & compatibility5 details
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 x64, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vi |
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| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks |
| Linux operating systems supported | Yes |
| Server operating systems supported | Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 x64, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2008 x64, Windows Server 2012 R2 x64, Windows Server 2012 x64 |
| Software CD | Yes |
Further product details16 details
| Time to first page (black, normal) | 10 s |
|---|---|
| Recommended duty cycle | 250 - 1800 pages per month |
| Page description languages | GDI |
| Total input capacity | 150 sheets |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9) | A4, A5 |
| ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9) | B5 |
| Custom media length | 148 - 355.6 mm |
| Security algorithms | 128-bit WEP, 64-bit WEP, SMTP-AUTH, WPA-AES, WPA-PSK, WPA-TKIP, WPA2-AES, WPA2-PSK |
| Market positioning | Home & office |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 - 80% |
| Sustainability certificates | Blue Angel, ENERGY STAR |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| Layers per pallet | 5 pc(s) |
| Power LED | Yes |
| Stand-by LED | Yes |
| Spare part retention | 5 year(s) |
Packaging & supplied accessories13 details
| Country of origin | Vietnam |
|---|---|
| Package width | 328 mm |
| Package depth | 416 mm |
| Package height | 304 mm |
| Package weight | 5.4 kg |
| Cables included | AC |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84433210 |
| Pallet gross height | 17.6 cm |
| Pallet gross weight | 242 kg |
| Master (outer) cases per pallet | 40 pc(s) |
| Products per pallet | 40 pc(s) |
| Master (outer) cases per pallet layer | 8 pc(s) |
| Pallet type | 1200 x 1000 mm |
Specifications describe the supplied product data, not measured review results. Battery life, range and performance figures are source claims and can vary with use.
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Choosing the Brother HL-1212W
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
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- Confirm duplex printing, duplex scanning and document feeder separately.
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Questions about Brother HL-1212W
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What is the listed print technology for Brother HL-1212W?
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-1212W?
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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