Brother MFC-L2680W - User Manual

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Questions and Answers

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Lisa ScottSep 23, 2025
Why my Brother All in One Printer cannot send a fax?
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  Jesse RiveraSep 23, 2025
  To troubleshoot why your Brother All in One Printer cannot send a fax: Check all line cord connections, ensuring the telephone line cord is plugged into the telephone wall jack and the LINE jack of the machine. Make sure you pressed Fax and the machine is in Fax mode. Print the Transmission Verification Report and check for an error. Contact your administrator to check your Secure Function Lock Settings. Ask the other party to check that the receiving machine has paper.
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Russell CoxAug 25, 2025
How to fix 'Cartridge Error Put the Toner Cartridge back in' on Brother All in One Printer?
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  Margaret RodriguezAug 25, 2025
  To resolve the 'Cartridge Error Put the Toner Cartridge back in' message on your Brother All in One Printer, remove the toner cartridge and drum unit assembly. Take out the toner cartridge, and put it back in the drum unit again. Reinstall the toner cartridge and drum unit assembly in the machine.
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reginabennettAug 25, 2025
How do I fix a 'Jam Tray' error on my Brother All in One Printer?
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  Connie McbrideAug 26, 2025
  To fix a 'Jam Tray' error on your Brother All in One Printer, pull the paper tray out completely and remove the jammed paper. Then, put the paper tray firmly back in the machine.
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Scott SmithAug 26, 2025
What to do if my Brother All in One Printer has a 'Document Jam' error?
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  Nicole HoustonAug 26, 2025
  If your Brother All in One Printer displays a 'Document Jam' error, it means the document was not inserted or fed correctly, or the document scanned from the ADF was too long. Remove the jammed paper from the ADF unit.
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Charles HughesAug 27, 2025
How to clear a 'Jam Rear' error on Brother All in One Printer?
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  Rachel HuffmanAug 27, 2025
  To clear a 'Jam Rear' error on your Brother All in One Printer, open the fuser cover and remove the jammed paper. Close the fuser cover. If the error message remains, press Start.
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Veronica PenaSep 15, 2025
How to improve sending quality on Brother All in One Printer?
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  tonyacooperSep 15, 2025
  To improve sending quality on your Brother All in One Printer, try changing your resolution to Fine or S.Fine. Make a copy to check your machine’s scanner operation.
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nhessSep 12, 2025
How to fix split pages on received faxes with Brother All in One Printer?
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  Robert EstradaSep 12, 2025
  Turn on Auto Reduction on your Brother All in One Printer.
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Jacqueline SnyderSep 13, 2025
What to do if Brother All in One Printer cannot receive a fax?
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  Mary HernandezSep 14, 2025
  To troubleshoot why your Brother All in One Printer cannot receive a fax: Make sure your machine has a dial tone by pressing Hook. If you hear static or interference on your fax line, contact your local telephone company. If you are using a telephone answering machine (External TAD mode) on the same line as the Brother machine, make sure your answering machine is set up correctly. Also, make sure your Brother machine’s Easy Receive feature is turned On.
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Curtis RobinsonSep 5, 2025
Why does my Brother All in One Printer show a 'Size mismatch' error?
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  hunterjessicaSep 5, 2025
  A 'Size mismatch' error on your Brother All in One Printer indicates that the paper in the tray is not the correct size. Load the correct size of paper in the tray and set the size of paper to the tray.
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Amanda JohnsonSep 2, 2025
Why does my Brother All in One Printer say 'Manual Feed'?
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  derekleeSep 2, 2025
  The 'Manual Feed' message on your Brother All in One Printer indicates that Manual was selected as the paper source in the printer driver when there was no paper in the manual feed slot. Place paper in the manual feed slot.

Summary

Online Users Guide Access

Accessing Online Resources

Provides information on accessing the online user's guide for advanced instructions.

Product Registration and Support Resources

Register Your Product Online

Details the benefits and process of registering your product with Brother for support.

FAQs and Troubleshooting Resources

Guides users to Brother's Solutions Center for FAQs and troubleshooting tips.

Customer Service Contact Details

Customer Service Contact Information

Provides phone numbers and website links for customer service in the USA and Canada.

Ordering Accessories and Consumables

Purchasing Accessories and Supplies

Information on purchasing genuine Brother supplies and accessories online or from retailers.

Legal Notices, Warranties, and Updates

Warranty Disclaimer and Legal Notice

Outlines the disclaimer of warranties and limitation of liability for the software.

Latest Driver and Firmware Updates

Directs users to the Brother Solutions Center for the latest driver and firmware updates.

Document Conventions and Notes

Document Notes and Symbol Definitions

Defines standard symbols and conventions used throughout the user guide for warnings and notes.

Manual Compilation and Publication Notice

States that the manual is compiled under supervision and subject to change without notice.

Faxing Operations: Initial Setup

Before You Start Faxing

Instructions on setting the Station ID and other parameters before sending your first fax.

General Information and Control Panel Overview

Control Panel Overview

Details the different buttons and indicators on the machine's control panel.

Control Panel Buttons and Displays

Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Functions

Explains the messages and information displayed on the machine's LCD screen.

Mode and Copy Function Buttons

Explains the purpose of buttons for switching modes and performing copy functions.

Operation Buttons: Menu, Dial Pad, and Power

Menu Navigation and Dial Pad Usage

Details the functions of menu, navigation, and dial pad buttons for settings and operations.

Powering the Machine On and Off

Instructions on how to turn the machine on and off, including shutdown procedures.

Controlling Machine Operations: Start and Exit

Stop;Exit and Start Operation Commands

Explains how to stop operations, exit menus, and start functions like faxing or copying.

Model-Specific Control Panel Features: Scan and Wi-Fi

Scan Mode and Wireless Setup

How to switch the machine to Scan Mode and set up a wireless connection.

Accessing Brother Software Utilities

Accessing Brother Utilities

Explains how to launch the Brother Utilities application on your computer.

Initial Machine Setup Procedures

Setting Date, Time, and Ring Volume

Guides through setting the machine's date, time, and adjusting the ringtone volume.

Adjusting Machine Audio Settings

Adjusting Beeper and Speaker Volume

Instructions for adjusting the volume of beeps and the machine's speaker.

Paper Handling and Loading Procedures

Loading Paper into the Paper Tray

Detailed steps for loading paper correctly into the machine's paper tray.

Paper Size and Check Settings Configuration

Setting Paper Size Check and Changing Settings

Configures paper size detection and steps to change paper size settings on the LCD.

Paper Type and Media Recommendations

Changing Paper Type and Recommended Media

Instructions for setting paper type and recommendations for suitable print media.

Using Special Paper Types Safely

Guidelines and Warnings for Special Paper

Guidance and warnings on using special paper types to avoid jams or damage.

Printing from Your Computer

Printing a Document and Duplex Printing

Step-by-step guides for printing documents and configuring duplex (both sides) printing.

Advanced Printing Features: N-in-1

N-in-1 Printing (Multiple Pages per Sheet)

Instructions for printing multiple pages (e.g., 2, 4, 9) onto a single sheet of paper.

Printing on Special Media: Envelopes, Labels

Printing Envelopes, Thick Paper, and Labels

Detailed steps for printing on special media like envelopes, thick paper, and labels.

Manual Feed Slot Printing Guide

Printing Using the Manual Feed Slot

Guide for using the manual feed slot for various paper types not loaded in the tray.

Copying Documents

Copying a Single Document

Step-by-step guide to perform a basic copy operation.

Customizing Copy Settings and Options

Adjusting Copy Settings and Options

Explains how to adjust copy settings like quality, brightness, contrast, and enlargement/reduction.

Advanced Copying Features: Duplex

Copying Multiple Pages Duplex

How to copy multiple pages onto both sides of the paper.

Specialized Copying Methods: ID Cards

2-Sided Copying via Scanner Glass

Instructions for copying 2-sided documents when using the scanner glass.

Copying ID Cards (2-in-1 ID Copy)

How to use the 2-in-1 ID Copy feature to copy both sides of an ID card onto one page.

Scanning Documents and Photos

Scanning from a Computer (Windows)

Guide to scanning documents and photos from a Windows computer using Brother software.

Saving Scans as PDF via ControlCenter4

How to save scanned documents and photos as PDF files using ControlCenter4.

Direct Scanning Operations via Scan Button

Scanning Using the Machines Scan Button

Instructions for initiating a scan directly from the machine's control panel.

Faxing Operations: Sending and Receiving

Before You Start Faxing and Set Station ID

Instructions on setting Station ID and other parameters before sending faxes.

Fax Transmission Settings: Line and Receive Modes

Telephone Line Compatibility and Receive Modes

Adjusting settings for line compatibility and configuring different fax receive modes.

Selecting the Correct Fax Receive Mode

Choosing the Correct Receive Mode

Guide to selecting the appropriate receive mode based on telephone services and setup.

Fax Call Management Settings: F;T Ring Time

Setting F;T Ring Time (Voice Call Alert)

How to set the duration of the F/T ring for voice calls in Fax/Tel mode.

Fax Answering Configuration: Ring Delay

Setting Ring Delay (Auto Answer)

How to configure the number of rings before the machine automatically answers calls.

Storing and Managing Phone Numbers

Storing One Touch and Speed Dial Numbers

Instructions for storing One Touch and Speed Dial numbers for quick access.

Modifying Stored Phone Numbers

Changing or Deleting One Touch and Speed Dial Numbers

Procedures for modifying or removing stored One Touch and Speed Dial numbers.

Telephone Services and External Device Connections

Using Voice Mail and Distinctive Ring

Discusses potential conflicts with Voice Mail and using Distinctive Ring for shared lines.

External Telephone Connections and Fax Transfer

Connecting External and Extension Telephones

How to connect external telephones and transfer faxes to the machine.

Sending and Receiving Faxes from Machine

Sending a Fax from the Machine

Step-by-step guide to sending a fax from the machine.

Computer Faxing (PC-FAX)

Sending and Receiving Faxes via Computer

Instructions for sending and receiving faxes directly from a computer using PC-FAX.

Troubleshooting Common Machine Issues

Identifying and Resolving Machine Problems

Provides guidance on identifying and resolving common problems encountered with the machine.

Understanding Error and Maintenance Messages

Error and Maintenance Messages

Explains common error and maintenance messages and their corresponding causes and actions.

Fax and Telephone Connectivity Issues

Fax and Telephone Connection Problems

Troubleshooting steps for issues related to sending or receiving faxes and telephone line connections.

Specific Fax Troubleshooting Scenarios

Other Fax Troubleshooting Scenarios

Solutions for various fax-related difficulties like no dial tone or poor sending quality.

Print and Scan Problem Resolution

Guidance on resolving problems related to printing and scanning documents.

Resolving Document and Paper Jams

Locating and Clearing Document Jams

How to identify the location of a jammed document and clear it from the ADF or document cover.

Clearing Paper Jams from Tray and Output

Step-by-step guide to clearing paper jams from the paper tray and output tray.

Jam Clearing: Rear of Machine (Hot Surface Warning)

Clearing Jams from the Back of the Machine

Instructions for clearing jams located in the rear of the machine, including hot surface warnings.

Jam Clearing: 2-sided Tray (Hot Surface Warning)

Clearing Jams from the 2-sided Paper Tray

Steps to clear paper jams from the 2-sided paper tray, including hot surface warnings.

Appendix: Machine Information and Supplies

Entering Text on the Machine

Explains methods for entering characters and text on the machine's control panel.

Machine Supplies: Toner and Drum Information

Machine Supplies Information

Information on toner cartridges and drum units, including part numbers and replacement guidance.

Brother MFC-L2680W Specifications

General

Printer Type	Laser
Functions	Print, Copy, Scan, Fax
Print Technology	Laser
Print Resolution	2400 x 600 dpi
Duplex Printing	Automatic
Maximum Copy Resolution	600 x 600 dpi
Scan Resolution	1200 x 1200 dpi
Fax Modem Speed	33.6 kbps
Paper Input Capacity	250 sheets
Connectivity	USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi
Display	2-line LCD
Processor	600 MHz
Scanner Type	Flatbed, ADF
Automatic Document Feeder (ADF)	Yes
Mobile Printing	Yes, AirPrint, Brother iPrint&Scan
Max Paper Size	Legal
Toner Yield	Approx. 1, 200 pages (Standard), Approx. 3, 000 pages (High-Yield)