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Brother HLL1230w Wireless A4 Mono Laser Printer

$139.96 incl GST

Available at a tellingly low price, this no-frills mono laser printer is best for home office users with modest printing needs. Although the recommended print volume is 500 pages a month, at that volume a more expensive printer will prove cheaper over the long run.

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IN BRIEF

  • Entry-level affordable mono laser printer
  • Easy to set up and use
  • Fast print speeds (up to 20 pages per minute)
  • Good print quality but no support for double-sided printing
  • Compact design and wireless connectivity help reduce clutter

Brand:

Brother

Manufacturer’s Code:

HLL1230W

Product Details:

If you want simplicity and ease of use in your home or home office printer, it doesn’t get much better than the Brother HL-L1230W. Released in 2024, this printer is highly rated by users for its diminutive size, no-hassle dual-band wireless connectivity, quality output, and value for money.

If you only want to print black-and-white text documents, the HL-L1230W may be all you need. It’s perfect for minimalists — small and compact, with a single paper tray, no scanner, and no double-sided printing.

This mono laser printer sells for the price of a budget inkjet and will best suit casual users. With a maximum 150-sheet paper capacity, it will print on 65-105 gsm paper at up to 20 pages per minute. Print resolution is up to 2400 x 600 dpi. Connectivity is limited to wireless and USB 2.0, but there is mobile support for Wireless Direct, Apple AirPrint and Mopria. Setup, using the Brother Mobile Connect app, AirPrint, or a USB cable, is a doddle.

As you might expect from a budget printer, the cost per printed page is relatively high compared to other laser printers. The recommended monthly print volume is up to 500 pages but if you are printing that much a more expensive printer will prove cheaper over the long run.

The in-box toner you get with your purchase will output up to 700 pages. Once you run out, you need a new TN-1170 toner cartridge (good for up to 1,000 pages). After you’ve bought two new cartridges, you’ve spent more on toner than on the printer. Compatible TN-1170 toner should provide a less expensive option but none is available as yet.

If you are in the market for a basic printer and don’t need to print much, then by all means. With more memory, a faster processor, and AirPrint support, it’s a worthy successor to the similarly priced entry-level HL1210w it seems destined to replace.

Features:

  • Affordable entry-level mono laser printer
  • Easy to set up and use
  • Fast print speeds (up to 20 pages per minute)
  • Good print quality
  • Compact design and dual-band wireless connectivity help eliminate cabling clutter
  • 150-sheet tray for 65-105gsm plain or recycled paper
  • Separate printer drum and toner units — reduces replacement costs
  • 48-month warranty with the use of genuine Brother consumables
  • Recommended monthly print volume of 500 pages

What’s in the box?

Specifications:

Click here to download the full spec sheet

Warranty:

12-Month Return to Base Warranty (4-year on-site warranty if you only use Genuine Brother Consumables)

Payment Options:

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When to expect delivery:

Get your order fast! Place it before 4 pm Mon-Fri for same-day shipping from warehouses in Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch (excluding public holidays). Typically deliveries to major New Zealand towns and cities take 1 to 2 days, while it may take a day or two longer for rural areas. Delivery of oversized printers that are too heavy for normal courier delivery is done by Mainfreight and may take a little longer on occasions. You’ll be notified when your order has been dispatched and provided with a tracking number so you can monitor the progress of your order.

Things to Consider with Compatibles

If you’re considering using compatible cartridges, here are some key points to keep in mind:

Warranty

Using compatible cartridges does not automatically void your printer’s warranty. Under NZ law, a manufacturer generally cannot deny a warranty claim unless the non-genuine consumable caused the fault. For peace of mind, we stand by our products: if a cartridge supplied by Good Egg is proven to have damaged your printer, we will put it right. For more detailed information, read our full guide: Will Using Third-Party Ink Void My Printer Warranty?

Printer Firmware Updates

It’s no secret that printer manufacturers make their real profits from selling expensive genuine cartridges. To protect those profits, they often release automatic firmware updates designed to block compatible inks and toners.

We believe you should have the right to choose what goes into the printer you own - just like choosing which brand of fuel you put in your car.

How we handle it:

  • Rapid Response: Our manufacturers are experts at "re-chipping." As soon as an update is released, our cartridge chips are updated to ensure they stay compatible.
  • Our Guarantee: We only stock cartridges with the most up-to-date chips. If a firmware update ever causes an issue with a cartridge bought from us, we’ll provide a replacement - no dramas.

TIP: How to Protect Your Cartridges

The best way to ensure your cartridges keep working until they are actually empty is to disable Automatic Firmware Updates. If your printer receives an update while a compatible cartridge is installed, the manufacturer can "block" that cartridge instantly - even if it’s brand new.

  • Why do it? It prevents your printer from being "told" to stop recognising the cartridges you’ve already paid for. Turning off auto-updates keeps you in the driver’s seat.
  • What about security? We recommend turning Auto-Update OFF, then manually checking for updates every few months. That way, you decide when to update, rather than letting the manufacturer decide for you.
  • The "No Undo" Rule: Please note that disabling updates won't "fix" a cartridge that has already been blocked; it only protects you from future blocks.

How to turn off updates: Settings are usually found in the "Maintenance", "Setup", or "Service" menu on your printer’s screen. If you're stuck, just search online for your printer model + "how to turn off automatic updates" - it usually takes less than 30 seconds!

 

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