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Brother MFC-L6800DW - User Manual

Brother MFC-L6800DW
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Questions and Answers

  • S
    Steven ParrishSep 9, 2025
    Why is 2-sided printing disabled on my Brother All in One Printer?
    • T
      Taylor LeonSep 9, 2025
      If '2-sided Disabled' appears on your Brother All in One Printer, it could be due to the back cover not being completely closed or the 2-sided tray not being properly installed. Close the back cover until it locks. Ensure the 2-sided tray is firmly installed.
  • K
    Kristina ConnerAug 23, 2025
    How to clear paper jam in MP Tray on Brother MFC-L6800DW?
    • L
      Lawrence GibbsAug 23, 2025
      If your Brother All in One Printer displays a 'Jam MP Tray' error, it indicates that paper is jammed in the MP tray. Remove all jammed paper from in and around the MP tray, then press the Retry button.
  • A
    Ashley BrownAug 25, 2025
    How to fix 'Jam Rear' error on Brother MFC-L6800DW All in One Printer?
    • J
      Julia WigginsAug 26, 2025
      If your Brother All in One Printer displays a 'Jam Rear' error, it means paper is jammed in the back of the machine. Open the fuser cover and remove all jammed paper. After removing the paper, close the fuser cover.
  • B
    Barry KeyAug 27, 2025
    What to do if Brother MFC-L6800DW All in One Printer shows 'Document Jam'?
    • D
      Donna HendricksAug 27, 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. Clear any debris or scraps of paper from the ADF unit paper path. Press OK button.
  • R
    Ryan LindseyAug 28, 2025
    How to clear a 'Jam 2-sided' error on Brother MFC-L6800DW?
    • T
      Tracey ChavezAug 28, 2025
      If your Brother All in One Printer displays a 'Jam 2-sided' error, it means the paper is jammed in the 2-sided tray or inside the back cover. Remove the 2-sided tray and open the back cover to pull out all jammed paper.
  • A
    Ashley TorresAug 29, 2025
    What to do if my Brother MFC-L6800DW All in One Printer says 'No Paper'?
    • D
      Dale BrownAug 29, 2025
      If your Brother All in One Printer displays a 'No Paper' error, it means the printer is out of paper or the paper isn't loaded correctly. Refill the paper tray, ensuring the paper guides are set to the correct size. If paper is already in the tray, remove and reload it, again checking the paper guides. Avoid overfilling the tray.
  • C
    Casey MartinSep 18, 2025
    What to do if interface cables are not securely connected to Brother All in One Printer?
    • J
      justinadamsSep 18, 2025
      Ensure that the interface cables are securely connected to both your Brother All in One Printer and your computer. A loose connection can prevent proper communication between the devices.
  • L
    Laura ChapmanSep 22, 2025
    What to do if orange protective parts are not removed from Brother MFC-L6800DW All in One Printer?
    • S
      stephaniegreenSep 22, 2025
      Ensure that all of the orange protective parts have been removed from your Brother All in One Printer. These parts are for shipping purposes and can interfere with the printer's operation.
  • L
    lsaundersSep 8, 2025
    What does 'Size Error' mean on Brother All in One Printer?
    • P
      Phillip PerkinsSep 8, 2025
      If your Brother All in One Printer displays a 'Size Error', it means the paper size defined in the printer driver is not supported by the defined tray. Choose a paper size supported by the defined tray.
  • U
    uharringtonSep 4, 2025
    What does 'Print Data Full' mean on Brother MFC-L6800DW All in One Printer?
    • S
      Steven BellSep 5, 2025
      If your Brother All in One Printer displays 'Print Data Full', it means the machine’s memory is full. Press the OK button and delete the previously stored secure print data.

Summary

Paper Handling

Print

Print from Your Computer (Windows)

Explains various Windows printing tasks: documents, N in 1, posters, double-sided, booklets, secure print, macros, presets, default settings, and driver usage.

Print from Your Computer (Macintosh)

Guides on performing printing tasks on Macintosh systems: documents, double-sided, N in 1, secure print, and driver usage.

Scan

Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine

Details initiating scans from the machine's control panel to destinations like computer folders, USB drives, email, FTP, and network locations.

Scan from Your Computer (Windows)

Explains different methods to scan photos and documents from a Windows computer using Brother's software or other applications.

Scan from Your Computer (Macintosh)

Provides instructions for scanning documents from a Macintosh computer using Brother's ControlCenter2 or TWAIN-compliant applications like PageManager.

Copy

Copy a Document

Guides users on performing basic copying, including paper loading, using the ADF or scanner glass, and adjusting basic copy settings.

Fax

Send a Fax

Covers methods for sending faxes: manual dialing, address book, broadcasting, delayed fax, real-time fax, cover pages, and canceling faxes.

Receive a Fax

Explains how to configure receive modes, memory receive options, and remote fax retrieval for incoming faxes.

Network

Additional Methods of Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless Network

Details various methods for connecting the machine to a wireless network, including WPS, Ad-Hoc Mode, Enterprise networks, and Wi-Fi Direct.

Security

Lock the Machine Settings

Explains how to use the Setting Lock feature to block unauthorized access to machine settings by requiring a password.

Network Security Features

Outlines network security features: Secure Function Lock, Active Directory, LDAP, SSL/TLS, IPsec, Email Security, IEEE 802.1x, and Print Log storage.

Mobile;Web Connect

ControlCenter

Troubleshooting

Error and Maintenance Messages

Lists common error and maintenance messages, their causes, and provides step-by-step actions for resolution.

Network Problems

Addresses network connectivity issues: error messages, connection failures, checking network devices, and wireless setup configuration.

Routine Maintenance

Brother MFC-L6800DW Specifications

General IconGeneral
N-up printing2, 4, 9, 16, 25
Secure printingYes
Print technologyLaser
Maximum resolution1200 x 1200 DPI
Duplex printing modeManual
Time to first page (black, normal)7.5 s
Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)46 ppm
Scan toE-mail, E-mail Server, FTP, File, Image, OCR, USB
Scan driversICA, ISIS, SANE, TWAIN, WIA
Scanner typeFlatbed & ADF scanner
Grayscale levels256
Input color depth48 bit
Maximum scan areaA4 (210 x 297) mm
Output color depth24 bit
Scan speed (black)24 inch/min
Scan speed (color)20 inch/min
Image formats supportedJPG
Maximum scan resolution19200 x 19200 DPI
Duplex scan speed (color)17 ppm
Document formats supportedPDF
Copier resize25 - 400 %
Maximum copy resolution1200 x 600 DPI
Maximum number of copies99 copies
N-in-1 copy function (N=)2, 4
Time to first copy (black, normal)9.5 s
Copy speed (black, normal quality, A4)46 cpm
FaxingMono faxing
Modem speed33.6 Kbit/s
Digital senderNo
Printing colorsBlack
Maximum duty cycle125000 pages per month
Recommended duty cycle0 - 7500 pages per month
Number of print cartridges1
Page description languagesBR-Script 3, Epson FX, PCL 6, PDF 1.7, PostScript 3
DisplayLCD
Control typeTouch
Product colorWhite
Display diagonal4.85 \
Market positioningBusiness
Email protocolsSMTP
Wi-Fi standards802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Cabling technology10/100/1000Base-T(X)
Security algorithms64-bit WEP, 128-bit WEP, 802.1x RADIUS, EAP-FAST, EAP-MD5, EAP-PEAP, EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS, HTTPS, IPPS, IPSEC, LEAP, PEAP, SMTP-AUTH, SNMP, SSL/TLS, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK
Ethernet LAN data rates10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
Online services supportedBox, Dropbox, Evernote, Facebook, Flickr, Google Drive, OneDrive, OneNote
Mobile printing technologiesApple AirPrint, Brother iPrint & Scan, Google Cloud Print, Mopria Print Service
Supported network protocols (IPv4)ARP, RARP, BOOTP, DHCP, APIPA (Auto IP), WINS/NetBIOS name resolution, DNS resolver, mDNS, LLMNR responder, LPR/ LPD, custom Raw Port/Port9100, IPP/IPPS, FTP server, TELNET server, HTTP/HTTPS server, TFTP client en server, SMTP client, SNMPv1/v2c/ v3, ICMP, web services (printen), CIFS client, SNTP client, LDAP
Supported network protocols (IPv6)NDP, RA, DNS resolver, mDNS, LLMNR responder, LPR/LPD, custom raw port/ Port9100, IPP/IPPS, FTP server, TELNET server, HTTP/HTTPS server, TFTP client en server, SMTP client, SNMPv1/v2c, ICMPv6, web services (print), CIFS client, SNTP client, LDAP
Processor familyARM
Card reader integrated-
Sound power level (standby)35 dB
Sound pressure level (copying)57 dB
Sound pressure level (quiet mode)53 dB
Mac operating systems supportedMac OS X 10.10 Yosemite, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks
Mobile operating systems supportedWindows Phone, Windows RT
Server operating systems supportedWindows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 x64, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 2000, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 x64, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Business x64, Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows Vista Enterprise x64, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Basic x64, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Home Premium x64, Windows Vista Ultimate, Windows Vista Ultimate x64, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Home x64, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Professional x64
Standard interfacesEthernet, NFC, USB 2.0, Wireless LAN
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Package depth526 mm
Package width599 mm
Package height659 mm
Package weight22900 g
Power consumption (off)1.6 W
Power consumption (sleep)8 W
Power consumption (standby)34 W
Power consumption (PowerSave)390 W
Power consumption (average operating)745 W
Energy Star Typical Electricity Consumption (TEC)2.285 kWh/week
Sustainability certificatesNordic Swan Ecolabel, Blue Angel, ENERGY STAR
Custom media width76.2 - 215.9 mm
Custom media length127 - 355.6 mm
Paper tray media typesPlain paper, Recycled paper, Thick paper, Thin paper
Paper tray media weight60 - 120 g/m²
Non-ISO print media sizesExecutive (184 x 267mm), Folio (media size), Legal (media size), Letter (media size)
ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9)A4, A5, A6
Multi-purpose tray media typesBond paper, Envelopes, Labels, Letterhead, Plain paper, Recycled paper, Thick paper, Thicker paper, Thin paper
Maximum ISO A-series paper sizeA4
Multi-Purpose Tray media weight60 - 200 g/m²
Auto Document Feeder (ADF) media weight64 - 90 g/m²
Paper input typePaper tray
Total input capacity520 sheets
Total output capacity250 sheets
CertificationGS Mark
Harmonized System (HS) code84433100
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth427 mm
Width495 mm
Height518 mm

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