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Brother - FAX-2840 Laser Fax/Printer/Copier - White

Model: FAX-2840
SKU: 8821255
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  • Key Specs
    • Networking: Wired
    • ENERGY STAR Certified: true (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
    • Printer Type: Printer, Copier, Fax
    • Duty Cycle: Up to 10,000 (The maximum number of pages per month that the device can produce without failing, as specified by the manufacturer.)
    • ISO Color Print Speed: 0 pages per minute (The number of color pages able to be printed per minute in the device's default single-side mode, as tested by the International Standards Organization (ISO).)
    • ISO Mono Print Speed: 21 pages per minute (The number of black ink (grayscale) pages able to be printed per minute in the device's default single-side mode, as tested by the International Standards Organization (ISO).)
    • Monochromatic/Color: Monochromatic
  • General
    • Brand: Brother
    • Model Number: FAX-2840
    • Product Name: FAX-2840 Laser Fax/Printer/Copier
    • Color: White
    • Display Screen: true
    • Display Screen Size: 0 inches
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 0.0 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 0.0 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 14.6 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Weight: 19.8 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Features
    • Automatic Document Feeder: true
    • Photo Printing: false
    • Automatic Reduction/Enlargement: true
    • Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
    • Automatic Two-Sided Printing: false
  • Connectivity
    • Wired Connectivity: USB-B
    • Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
    • Minimum System Requirements: None
  • Certifications Listings & Approvals
    • EPEAT Qualified: false (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
  • Paper Info
    • Automatic Document Feeder Capacity: 20 sheets
    • Maximum Document Length: 14 inches
    • Maximum Document Width: 8.5 inches
    • Paper Feeder: Tray loader
    • Paper Handling: Up to 250 sheets
    • Supported Paper Sizes: 8.5" x 14"
    • Tray Capacity: 250
  • Ink
    • Compatible Cartridges: Brother TN450
    • Ink Subscription Service Available: false (The printer monitors ink usage and alerts the subscription provider when levels are low. A purchased subscription provides refills of ink based on usage.)
    • Ink Cartridges Required: 1 x Black (The quantity and color of ink cartridges required for the printer to operate.)
    • Ink Cartridges Included: 1 x Black (The quantity and color of ink cartridges included.)
  • Copier Info
    • Copier Resolution (Black): Up to 300 x 600 (Refers to the number of pixels/dots, both horizontally and vertically, of the image produced by the copier in black ink. Generally, the higher the resolution, the sharper and cleaner the produced image.)
    • Maximum Number Of Copies: 99
  • Fax Info
    • Integrated Fax: true
  • Performance
    • Approximate Page Yield (Black): 1200
    • Printer Resolution (Black): Up to 600 x 600 (Refers to the number of pixels/dots, both horizontally and vertically, of the image produced by the printer in black ink. Generally, the higher the resolution, the sharper and cleaner the produced image.)
    • Output Tray Capacity: 100
    • Recommended Monthly Volume: 2500 (The maximum number of pages that can be printed per month, as recommended by the manufacturer. Printing in excess of this number may reduce the machine's overall lifespan or print quality over time.)
    • First Page Out Time: 8 seconds (The time it takes the printer to print and deliver the first page in the output tray. May depend on the complexity of the copy being printed.)
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: Manufacturer's limited one-year warranty.
    • Warranty - Labor: Manufacturer's limited one-year warranty.
  • Other
    • UPC: 012502632740

Generate documents quickly with this Brother FAX-2840 laser fax/printer/copier that features 33.6 Kbps Super G3 fax transmission speed for fast scans and a 20-page automatic document feeder for unattended use.

Printer Buying Guide

  • High-speed fax: With 33.6 Kbps Super G3 transmission speed and up to 400-page fax memory meets your office needs.
  • 16MB memory: Lets you store up to 500 fax pages.
  • Copies up to 20/21 cpm* in black: To generate copies quickly.
  • Copy resolution up to 300 x 600 dpi in black: For clear, clean copies.
  • Prints up to 20 ISO ppm* in black: To quickly generate documents.
  • Print resolution up to 600 x 600 dpi or HQ1200 (2400 x 1600 dpi) in black: For clear, clean documents.
  • 20-page automatic document feeder: For unattended faxing and copying of multiple-page documents.
  • 250-sheet paper tray: Provides ample space for plain paper.
  • Automatic document reduction: Reduces an incoming fax to fit onto an A4 sheet.
  • Compact design: Occupies minimal desktop space for flexible placement options.
  • High-speed fax: With 33.6 Kbps Super G3 transmission speed and up to 400-page fax memory meets your office needs.
  • 16MB memory: Lets you store up to 500 fax pages.
  • Copies up to 20/21 cpm* in black: To generate copies quickly.
  • Copy resolution up to 300 x 600 dpi in black: For clear, clean copies.
  • Prints up to 20 ISO ppm* in black: To quickly generate documents.
  • Print resolution up to 600 x 600 dpi or HQ1200 (2400 x 1600 dpi) in black: For clear, clean documents.
  • 20-page automatic document feeder: For unattended faxing and copying of multiple-page documents.
  • 250-sheet paper tray: Provides ample space for plain paper.
  • Automatic document reduction: Reduces an incoming fax to fit onto an A4 sheet.
  • Compact design: Occupies minimal desktop space for flexible placement options.
Whats Included
  • FAX-2840 Laser Fax/Printer/Copier
  • Owner's manual
  • Toners, drum
  • FAX-2840 Laser Fax/Printer/Copier
  • Owner's manual
  • Toners, drum

Q: the specifications say 2 cartridges required but only 1 comes with it. Can we use just one? no access to another cartridge where we live

A: This is a monochromatic (i.e. black and white) printer. It uses a single print cartridge. There are two official Brother ink cartridges to chose from: the TN420 and the TN450. Both of these cartridges will work, but one will print an estimated 1,200 pages (the TN420) and the other will print 2,600 (the TN450).

Q: can i use this printer without a phone line connected to it?

A: Yes, you can use this printer without a phone line connected to it.

Q: Do I need separate line for fax machine do not want yo use landline

A: The fax does require connection to a landline.

Q: is this for digital line

A: Yes, this may work with FAX-2840 using Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP).

Q: Does it print confirmation of fax sent?

A: Default is off but it is very easy to program it for on. Just follow the instruction on how to in the owners guide. It's on page 25 of " Sending a Fax ".

Q: Fax machine, can I use my existing land line phone number as well?

A: Yes, you can use an existing land line phone number for the fax machine.