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NETWORK
USER’S GUIDE
Multi-Protocol On-board Ethernet Print Server and Wireless
(IEEE 802.11b/g) Ethernet Print Server
HL-2150N
HL-2170W
Please read this manual thoroughly before using the printer.
Keep the CD-ROM in a convenient place so you can use it quickly
if you need to.
Please visit us at http://solutions.brother.com
where you can get
product support, the latest driver updates and utilities, and
answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) and technical
questions.
Note: Not all models are available in all countries.
Version A
ENG

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Questions and Answers

  • C
    Christina JonesAug 16, 2025
    What to do if Brother HL-2170W says toner low?
    • J
      Jessica MasonAug 16, 2025
      If your Brother Printer indicates that the toner is low, the suggested solution is replacing the toner cartridge.
  • C
    Charles GillespieAug 19, 2025
    What to do if Brother HL-2170W says drum life end soon?
    • J
      jenkinsamySep 12, 2025
      If your Brother Printer is indicating that the drum life will end soon, you should replace the drum unit.
  • W
    woodsterryAug 22, 2025
    What to do if Brother HL-2170W Printer says memory full?
    • D
      donna66Aug 22, 2025
      If your Brother Printer displays a 'Memory full' error, you can try pressing the [Go] button to print the stored data. Alternatively, reduce the data capacity or lower the print resolution.
  • D
    ddavisAug 25, 2025
    What to do if Brother HL-2170W says toner cartridge is at the end of life?
    • P
      Patrick CarlsonAug 25, 2025
      If your Brother Printer indicates that the toner cartridge is at the end of its life, the solution is to replace the toner cartridge.
  • N
    Nicholas PattersonAug 27, 2025
    Why my computer cannot find Brother Print Server?
    • B
      Brandon CooperAug 27, 2025
      If your computer can't find the Brother Print Server, it might be due to your computer's Firewall settings blocking the necessary network connection. To resolve this, try disabling the Firewall on your computer and then reinstall the drivers.
  • H
    Henry NovakAug 30, 2025
    What to do if print job is not printed on Brother Print Server?
    • E
      Erin MartinAug 30, 2025
      If your print job isn't printing, it could be due to a mismatched or duplicate IP address. Verify that the IP address is correctly loaded into the print server and ensure that no other devices on the network are using the same IP address.
  • A
    Ashley HaynesSep 2, 2025
    What to do if Brother Print Server is not found during setup?
    • M
      Michael WilliamsSep 2, 2025
      If the Brother Print Server isn't found during setup using the Brother installer application from the CD-ROM, ensure that the printer is powered on, is online, and ready to print.
  • S
    sleSep 4, 2025
    What to do if Brother Printer has main PCB failure?
    • S
      Stephanie HumphreySep 4, 2025
      If your Brother Printer has a main PCB failure, the suggested solution is to replace the main PCB ASSY.
  • K
    Kenneth SheltonSep 7, 2025
    What to do if Brother Printer shows print overrun?
    • A
      Alicia WoodSep 7, 2025
      If your Brother Printer displays a 'Print overrun' error, try reducing the complexity of the data or reducing the print resolution.
  • B
    Beth HaydenSep 10, 2025
    Why is the wireless network connection sometimes disabled on Brother Print Server?
    • G
      gomezmicheleSep 10, 2025
      The wireless network connection status of your Brother Print Server can be affected by its environment and the presence of other wireless devices. Address any conditions that may be causing connection problems.

Summary

Introduction

Overview

Introduces the printer's network capabilities and supported operating systems.

Network features

Details the basic network features of the Brother HL-2100 series printers.

Types of network connections

Explains Peer-to-Peer and Network Shared network environments.

Protocols

Details TCP/IP, DHCP, BOOTP, RARP, APIPA, DNS, LPR/LPD, Port9100, SMTP.

Configuring your printer for a network

Overview

Provides basic steps to print over the network using the TCP/IP protocol.

IP addresses, subnet masks and gateways

Explains IP, subnet mask, and gateway configuration for network printing.

Step by Step chart

Provides a step-by-step guide for configuring TCP/IP and print server settings.

Setting the IP address and subnet mask

Details how to configure the IP address and subnet mask for the printer.

Changing the print server settings

Instructions on how to modify the printer's print server settings.

Configuring the wireless network settings (For HL-2170 W)

Overview

Steps to connect printer to wireless network using installer or manual config.

Wireless network terms and concepts

Explains key terms for wireless network configuration.

SSID (Service Set Identifier) and channels

Defines SSID and channel for specifying wireless networks.

Authentication and encryption

Details security settings for wireless network connection.

Step by step chart

Guides through wireless setup for Infrastructure and Ad-hoc modes.

Wireless configuration for Windows using the Brother installer application (For HL-2170 W)

Configuration in Infrastructure mode

Guides Windows users through Infrastructure mode setup.

Configuration using the automatic wireless (one-push) method

Setup without computer using WPS, SecureEasySetup, or AOSS.

Configuration in Ad-hoc mode

Guides Windows users through Ad-hoc mode setup.

Installing the printer driver

Installs the necessary printer driver software for Windows.

Wireless configuration for Macintosh using the Brother installer application (For HL-2170 W)

Configuration in Infrastructure mode

Guides Mac users through Infrastructure mode setup.

Configuration using the automatic wireless (one-push) method

Mac setup without computer using WPS, SecureEasySetup, or AOSS.

Configuration in Ad-hoc mode

Guides Mac users through Ad-hoc mode setup.

Installing the printer driver

Installs the necessary printer driver software for Macintosh.

Wireless configuration using the one-push wireless setting mode (For HL-2170 W)

Overview

Setup without computer using WPS, SecureEasySetup, or AOSS.

For Windows users

Specific instructions for Windows users.

For Macintosh users

Specific instructions for Macintosh users.

Wireless configuration using the PIN Method of Wi-Fi Protected Setup (For HL-2170 W)

Overview

Setup using WPS PIN Method without a computer.

For Windows users

Specific instructions for Windows users.

For Macintosh users

Specific instructions for Macintosh users.

Network printing from Windows: basic TCP;IP Peer-to-Peer printing

Overview

Explains TCP/IP setup for peer-to-peer printing.

Configuring the standard TCP;IP port

Steps to set up standard TCP/IP port for printing.

Printer driver not yet installed

Instructions for configuring network printing when driver is absent.

Printer driver already installed

Steps to configure network printing with existing driver.

Internet printing for Windows

Overview

Using TCP/IP and IPP for internet printing.

IPP printing for Windows 2000;XP, Windows Vista and Windows Server 2003

Details IPP printing for various Windows versions.

For Windows Vista

Specific steps for Vista internet printing.

For Windows 2000;XP and Windows Server 2003

Steps for older Windows OS internet printing.

Network printing from Macintosh

Overview

Printing from Mac using Simple Network Configuration.

Other sources of information

Points to additional configuration resources.

Control panel features

Overview

Functions accessible via the printer's Go button.

Print the Printer Settings Page

Prints a report of current printer settings.

Restore the network settings to factory default

Resets network settings to default.

Enable or Disable the wireless network (For HL-2170 W)

Controls the printer's wireless network status.

Security methods

Overview

Explains security methods for printer configuration.

Security methods for E-mail notification

Details security for email notifications.

Using E-mail notification with user authentication

Configures email notification with user authentication.

Web Based Management

Overview

Managing printer via HTTP using a web browser.

Driver Deployment Wizard (Windows only)

Overview

Automates printer driver installation.

Connection methods

Explains Peer-to-peer, Network Shared, and USB connections.

How to install the Driver Deployment Wizard software

Guides installation of the wizard software.

Setting the IP Address

Configures IP address via the wizard.

Creating an executable file

Creates self-running executable files for driver deployment.

Troubleshooting

Overview

Explains how to resolve network problems.

General problems

Addresses issues like CD-ROM not auto-starting or printer not found.

Network print software installation problems

Solves issues with network print software installation.

Printing problems

Addresses print job failures and errors.

Protocol-specific troubleshooting

Troubleshoots issues related to specific protocols.

Appendix A

Using services

Describes services provided by the print server.

Using DHCP to configure the IP address

Configures IP address using DHCP.

Using BOOTP to configure the IP address

Configures IP address using BOOTP.

Using RARP to configure the IP address

Configures IP address using RARP.

Using APIPA to configure the IP address

Configures IP address using APIPA.

Using ARP to configure the IP address

Configures IP address using ARP command.

Installation when using Web Services (For Windows Vista users)

Installs driver using Web Services on Vista.

Installation when using a Network Print Queue or Share

Installs driver using shared printer queue.

Appendix B

Print server specifications

Details specifications for Ethernet wired network.

Ethernet wired network

Technical specs for wired Ethernet connection.

Ethernet wireless network

Technical specs for wireless Ethernet connection.

Computer requirements

Lists system requirements for OS and hardware.

Management utilities

Lists compatible management utilities.

Brother HL-2170W Specifications

General IconGeneral
ColorNo
N-up printing2, 4, 9, 16, 25
Print technologyLaser
Maximum resolution2400 x 600 DPI
Time to first page (black, normal)10 s
Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)22 ppm
Internal memory32 MB
Sound power level (standby)27 dB
Sound pressure level (printing)51 dB
Total input capacity250 sheets
Total output capacity100 sheets
Media weight (tray 1)60-105 g/m²
ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9)A4, A5, A6
ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9)B5, B6
Maximum ISO A-series paper sizeA4
Multi-Purpose Tray media weight60 - 163 g/m²
Network readyYes
Supported network protocols (IPv4)IPv4: TCP/IP, ARP, RARP, BOOTP, DHCP, APIPA, WINS/NetBIOS, DNS resolver, mDNS, LLMNR responder, LPR/LPD, Port 9100, IPP, FTP Server, POP before SMTP, SMTP AUTH, APOP, TELNET, SNMP, HTTP, TFTP, SMTP Client, ICMP. IPv6: TCP/IP, NDP, RA, DNS, LLMNR responder
Power requirementsAC 220V 50/60 Hz
Power consumption (active)460 W
Compatible operating systemsWindows Vista, XP(32 & 64 bit), Server 2003, 2000 Professional. Mac 10.2.4 - recenter, Linux
Non-operating relative humidity (non-condensing)20 - 80 %
Package weight8400 g
Sustainability certificatesENERGY STAR
Power consumption (off)8 W
Power consumption (standby)80 W
Printer fontsBitmap, Scalable
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Dimensions (WxDxH)368 x 361 x 170.5 mm

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