The Brother DCP-L2520DW laser printer from Brother is probably the best choice for anyone looking for a durable and fast printer. The brand is a reference in terms of quality/price ratio, and the DCP-L2520DW (DCPL2520DWRF1) still does not disappoint. Only able to print in black and white, but capable of scanning and copying your documents. It is small enough to fit on a desk and even a good shelf. Fast and economical, it is ideal for all office tasks.
Discover the test of the two-sided printer from Brother, model DCP-L2520DW, a multifunction printer for individuals and professionals. The printer is part of the range of one of the largest printer manufacturers in the world, Brother, which remains recognized as a quality brand in its field. The Brother DCP-L2520DW is multifunctional: it has functions for printing documents, a photocopier, as well a scanner, but no fax. This is not really a problem depending on your uses. Emails are much more often used these days than faxes. The Brother DCP-L2520DW is a good choice for fast printing needs. It is a monochrome laser printer that can print up to 27 pages per minute (ppm) and has a maximum print resolution of 2400 x 600 dpi. This printer also has automatic duplex printing, which can save time and paper.
Brother DCP-L2520DW Specs
The device we’re dealing with here lies in the middle of Brother’s range. Watch out for the series of other printer products that will follow. Cheaper, look very similar but offer no scanner options, and carries colors. The printer made in Japan measures 40.9 x 39.8 x 26.7 centimeters. The page takes into account the dimensions in the box. So they will only interest you moderately. In short, the size is rather reduced, even if it will be noticed. At 9.7 kilograms, it’s heavy for a device, as long as you don’t move it around too often. It is also multifunctional: printing, copying, and scanning (in color for the last), often necessary in an office.
His orders are very complete. Located on the top, on either side of the minimalist LCD screen (2 lines of 16 characters, old-fashioned). On the right, you will find the power and menu navigation buttons. On the left are the copy and scan options, as is the WiFi indicator. The few concerns of the DCP-L2520DW are also linked to this menu. The screen of which is not backlit. Difficult to read the information if there is a lack of light. Impossible to see if it is on when it is plugged into a USB. In WiFi, the indicator light shines. But no indication is visible on the USB. There you have it, a minor and easily adjustable detail. But a weak point nevertheless. Which must be lifted together to move it. The paper tray can hold up to 250 pages, for an output of 100 pages.
Connectivity
This printer will especially appeal to professionals who don’t want to bother with overly complicated plug-ins. You need a device that works always and at all times. For that, the DCP-L2520DW integrates the minimum. With the added bonus of a little connectivity to the clouds which will convince a few additional users. There is therefore WiFi, and a USB connection, but no Ethernet port.
Mobile device support is easy to connect to Airprint (for you Apple brand users). Specialized printing solutions for businesses: b-guard, Cortado, iPrint&Scan, Managed Print Services. And can use Google Cloud Print for all Gmail account users. No fax, therefore, nor NFC, which other printers have added to this range. But which are not yet useful to many people. For the sake of the economy. Brother has therefore decided not to integrate them. To deepen other qualities much more sought after by professionals. Such as speed and reliability in printing, which excels from this device.
Print Speed and Quality
A speed of 26 pages per minute is impressive for this price point, and the main argument is in favor of the DCP-L2520DW. It takes 8.5 seconds to print the first page after the printer is turned on. Not including the reaction time of your operating system. Duplex printing is also automatic, and can print at an exceptional speed of 13 pages per minute. The device is certainly not designed to print a setting sun in HD. Rather, it is a laser device with a fast printing speed. Black and white prevent beautiful pages from coming out. The resolution of 600 x 600 dpi per 2.54 centimeters. Or one inch is more than acceptable for a text document, however.
However, do not print too small, and without forcing the illustrations. The graphics will be of good quality. But probably not sufficient for an external communication document. In short, sufficient quality for the objectives that this printer has set itself. To print a quality text document as quickly as possible. I also found the printer reasonably unobtrusive while printing. No mower or saw noise, an argument to add to the professionals present in small concomitant offices. For homes too.
Brother DCP-L2520DW Mono Laser Multifunction Device
Brother DCP-L2520DW is a multifunction monochrome laser printer. This device is easy to use for printing, copying, and scanning documents. Its mobile, wifi and direct wifi connection will allow you to perform the functions from anywhere and from any device, whether fixed like a desktop computer or mobile, like smartphones, tablets, or laptops. They’re a great team at home and at work.
It supports AirPrint, Cloud Print Cutting, Google Cloud Print, iPrint&Scan, and Managed Print Services, improving your productivity and working speed. Its black color makes it elegant, its dimensions are 409(W) x 398.5(D) x 267(H) mm, its weight is 9.7 kg and its price is 129 euros. It has 32MB of memory, a two-line, 16-character display, and a two-year warranty, extendable to three years if you register the product on Brother Support within 45 days of purchase.
Brother is particularly eco-friendly and the DCP-L2520DW printer includes three environmental certifications: Blue Angel, Energy Star, and Nordic Swan. The Brother DCP-L2520DW printer is very fast as it prints up to 26 pages per minute at 2400×600 dpi resolution and the first page out time is less than 8.5 seconds. The recommended monthly volume is 250 to 2500 pages.
The Brother DCP-L2520DW multifunction printer has two types of toner, the long-life TN2320 with a print or copy capacity of 2600 pages and the standard TN2310 with which you can print or copy up to 1200 pages. The toner that comes with the printer when you purchase 700 pages. The Brother DCP-L2520DW also incorporates a toner and power save mode.
