brother HL-8260CDW Color Laser Printer User Guide

: June 17, 2024
: Brother

Table of Contents

HL-8260CDW Color Laser Printer
Product Information
Specifications
- Product Usage Instructions
1. Unpacking and Component Check
2. Installing Drum Unit and Toner Cartridges
3. Loading Paper in the Paper Tray
4. Connecting Power and Turning on the Machine
5. Selecting Language (if needed)
6. Connecting the Machine to a Device
7. Installing Software and Drivers
- FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q: Where can I find the latest manuals for my Brother
Q: How can I check for the latest firmware updates for my
Q: What should I do if I’m unable to connect my printer
Q: How do I perform an alternative wireless setup?

HL-8260CDW Color Laser Printer

Product Information

The HLL8260CDN / HLL8260CDW / HLL8360CDW / HLL9310CDW is a
high-quality color laser printer manufactured by Brother. It offers
fast and reliable printing for both home and office use. The
printer comes with various features and components to enhance its
functionality and performance.

Specifications

Model: HLL8260CDN / HLL8260CDW / HLL8360CDW / HLL9310CDW
Supported Paper Sizes: A4, Letter, Legal, Executive, A5,
A6
Print Speed: Up to 33 pages per minute (ppm)
Print Resolution: Up to 2400 x 600 dpi
Connectivity: USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi
Supported Operating Systems: Windows, Mac, Linux

Product Usage Instructions

1. Unpacking and Component Check

Before proceeding with the installation, ensure that you have
unpacked the machine and checked all the components:

Drum Unit*
Waste Toner Box*
Belt Unit*
Inbox Toner Cartridges (Black, Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow)
Brother Installation Disc
Quick Setup Guide
Product Safety Guide
AC Power Cord
Reference Guide (only for certain models)

2. Installing Drum Unit and Toner Cartridges

Remove the packing tape from the machine.
Install the drum unit and toner cartridge assembly by following
the instructions provided in the Quick Setup Guide.

3. Loading Paper in the Paper Tray

Properly load paper in the paper tray:

Adjust the paper guides according to the size of the
paper.
Ensure that the paper does not exceed the maximum mark
indicated in the tray.

4. Connecting Power and Turning on the Machine

Connect the AC power cord to the machine and a power outlet,
then turn on the machine using the power button located at the
front or back.

5. Selecting Language (if needed)

For LCD models:

Press the arrow buttons to select [Initial Setup], and then
press OK.
Press OK to select [Local Language].
Use the arrow buttons to select your language, and then press
OK.
Press Cancel.

For Touchscreen models:

On the machine’s Touchscreen, press [Settings] > [All
Settings] > [Initial Setup] > [Local Language].
Select your language.
Press OK.

6. Connecting the Machine to a Device

You can connect your Brother machine to a computer or a mobile
device:

For computer connection, go to the provided website and follow
the instructions.
For mobile device connection, go to the provided website and
follow the instructions.

7. Installing Software and Drivers

Follow these steps to install the necessary software and
drivers:

Insert the Brother Installation Disc into your CD/DVD drive, or
download the Full Driver & Software Package from the provided
website.
If you are using a recently released operating system, visit
the above websites for updated driver and software
information.
Follow the onscreen instructions and prompts to complete the
installation process.
For Macintosh users, we recommend choosing the CUPS driver for
full functionality.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q: Where can I find the latest manuals for my Brother

printer?

A: The latest manuals for your Brother printer can be found at
the Brother Solutions Center website: https://solutions.brother.com/manuals.

Q: How can I check for the latest firmware updates for my

printer?

A: To check for the latest firmware updates, visit the Brother
Solutions Center website: https://solutions.brother.com/up3.

Q: What should I do if I’m unable to connect my printer

wirelessly?

A: If you are unable to connect your printer wirelessly, try the
following steps:

Restart your wireless access point/router.
Disconnect the USB cable (if connected).
Restart your printer and computer.
If the issue persists, visit the support website for FAQs and
troubleshooting: https://support.brother.com.

Q: How do I perform an alternative wireless setup?

A: To perform an alternative wireless setup, follow these
steps:

Find your SSID (Network Name) and Network Key (Password) on
your wireless access point/router.
Enter the SSID and Network Key in the table provided or note
them down.
On the LCD models, select [Network] > [WLAN] > [Setup
Wizard] and follow the onscreen instructions.

HLL8260CDN / HLL8260CDW / HLL8360CDW / HLL9310CDW
Quick Setup Guide

Read the Product Safety Guide first, then read this Quick Setup Guide for the correct installation procedure.
Not all models are available in all countries.
The latest manuals are available at the Brother Solutions Center: solutions.brother.com/manuals.

D00EPH001-00 UK
Version 0

Unpack the machine and check the components

Already installed in the machine

Drum Unit*

Waste Toner Box*

Belt Unit*

Watch our Video FAQs for help with setting up your Brother machine: solutions.brother.com/videos.

Inbox Toner Cartridges* (Black, Cyan, Magenta and Yellow)

Brother Installation Disc

Quick Setup Guide

Product Safety Guide

AC Power Cord
Reference Guide (only for certain models)

NOTE:
· The components included in the box may differ depending on your country.
· The available connection interfaces vary depending on the model. · Interface cables are not included. If you require one, it will need to be
purchased. Use one of the following cables:
USB cable We recommend using a USB 2.0 cable (Type A/B) that is no more than 2 metres long.
Network cable Use a straight-through Category 5e (or greater) twisted-pair cable.
· The illustrations in this Quick Setup Guide show the HL-L8360CDW.

1 Remove the packing materials and install the drum unit and toner cartridge assembly

Remove the packing tape.

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2 Load paper in the paper tray

Adjust the paper guides.

Do not exceed this mark.

3 Connect the power cord and turn the machine on

Back

Front

4 Select your language (if needed)
For LCD models
1. Press or to select [Initial Setup], and
then press OK.
2. Press OK to select [Local Language]. 3. Press or to select your language, and then
press OK.
4. Press Cancel.

For Touchscreen models
1. On the machine’s Touchscreen, press
[Settings] > [All Settings] > [Initial Setup] > [Local Language].
2. Press your language. 3. Press .

Search

5 Select a device to connect to your machine

Computer

Go to and follow the instructions.
NOTE:
(For HL-L8260CDW) We recommend configuring wireless settings from your computer.

6 Connect your computer
Download

Mobile Device

Go to and follow the instructions.

Brother regularly updates firmware to add features and apply bug fixes. To check for the latest firmware, visit solutions.brother.com/up3.

Put the installation disc into your CD/DVD drive, or download the Full Driver & Software Package at:
For Windows®: solutions.brother.com/windows For Macintosh: solutions.brother.com/mac
If you are using a recently released operating system on your computer, visit the above websites for updated driver and software information.

Follow the onscreen instructions and prompts.
For Windows®: If the Brother screen does not appear automatically, go to Computer (This PC). Double-click the CD/DVD-ROM icon, and then double-click start.exe.
For Macintosh: For full driver functionality, we recommend choosing the CUPS driver when adding a printer.

Finished

Can’t Connect? Check the following:

Wireless network

Restart your wireless access point/router (if possible).

Wired network USB connection

Disconnect the cable.

Restart your machine and computer, and then go to .

If still not successful, go to .
If still not successful, visit support.brother.com for FAQs & Troubleshooting.

7 Alternative wireless setup
Find your SSID (Network Name) and Network Key (Password) on your wireless access point/ router and write them in the table provided below.
SSID (Network Name) Network Key (Password)
SSID: XXXXXXX Network key: XXXX
If you cannot find this information, ask your network administrator or wireless access point/router manufacturer.

For LCD models To select each menu option, press or , and then press OK to confirm. Select [Network] > [WLAN] > [Setup Wizard].
For Touchscreen models Press > [Setup Wizard] > [Yes].

Even if you do not have a wireless access point/router, you can connect your device and your machine directly. For additional wireless network support, go to solutions.brother.com/wireless-support.

Select the SSID (Network Name) for your access point/router and enter the Network Key (Password).
When the wireless setup is successful, the Touchscreen/LCD displays [Connected].
If setup is not successful, restart your Brother machine and your wireless access point/router, and repeat .

For Computer
Go to to install software.
For Mobile Device
Go to to install apps.

8 Print using your mobile device Your mobile device must be connected to the same wireless network as your Brother machine.

Brother SupportCenter is a mobile app that provides the latest support information for your Brother product. Visit the App Store or Google PlayTM to download.

AirPrint is available for Apple device users. You do not need to download any software to use AirPrint. For more information, see the Online User’s Guide.
Download and install our free application Brother iPrint&Scan from a mobile application store, such as the App Store, Google PlayTM or Microsoft® Store using your mobile device.

Optional apps You can print from your mobile device using various apps. For instructions, see the Online User’s Guide.

Additional Wireless Support: solutions.brother.com/wireless-support

For FAQs, Troubleshooting, and to download software and manuals, visit support.brother.com.