Brother HL-5150DLT Graphics Laser Printer

by Brother

Product Details

• Item Weight: 48 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 49 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B0001JXAWU
• Item model number: HL-5150DLT
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 6, 2007

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

A monochrome electrophotographic laser printer, the HL-5150DLT from Brother is a solid, high-quality machine that's ideal for home or small office use. With its 2, 400 x 600 dpi maximum resolution, the HL-5150DLT delivers crisp graphics and laser-perfect text, while print speeds of up to 21 ppm make printing quick.

The HL-5150DLT has an ample 550-sheet input tray and 150-sheet output tray and accepts all the usual media types--plain paper, bond, transparencies, labels, and card stock. In order to handle large jobs and graphic intensive prints, the HL-5150DLT has a 133 MHz internal processor and 16 MB memory (upgradeable up to 144 MB).

You can connect to your computer via either the 1284 IEEE parallel (ECP) or USB 2.0 port, while automatic interface switching between the two allows you to print from either without having to unplug cables. Additionally, if you should need to upgrade, the HL-5150DLT has optional network capability, allowing you to print from any computer or device on your network.

Automatic duplex printing lets you easily create double-sided prints, while the interactive help feature helps you to navigate your printer's features and troubleshoot any problems that may arise. Compatible with both PC and Mac operating platforms, the HL-5150DLT comes backed with a one-year limited Express Exchange warranty.

What's in the Box
HL-5150D laser printer, LT-5000 paper tray, TN-540 toner cartridge, DR-510 drum unit, CD-ROM with user manual, drivers and interactive help, Quick Setup Guide; printer cable not included

Product Description

HL-5150DLT Graphics Laser Printer

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Brother lasers are great for Linux, January 18, 2005

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R. D Johnson (Cedar Ridge, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Brother HL-5150DLT Graphics Laser Printer (Office Product)

I'm a Linux-only user, so I can't say how well this printer works with Windows or Mac. However, it's a fine printer and I've had no problems with it on my Debian and Gentoo systems. I installed the PPD file that comes on the CD into my CUPS printing system and, voila, it just worked. I interface the printer through a Linksys print server running on my local network with no issues. The second tray and automatic duplex features work as advertised. The printouts are a little on the light side (esp. in toner saver mode naturally) but the quality is fine. Start up time when cold is about 10-15 seconds. Note that when using the PPD (Postscript) drivers you will want to buy the memory upgrade. Its around 50 dollars from online sources. If you don't you won't get anywhere near the advertised print speed unless you use basic HP Laserjet drivers, and those won't give you access to the printer's options (duplexing, resolutions, etc). My only complaint with this printer (and true of most in this price range) is the sparse control panel. When the front panel LED blinking light show starts you have no idea what the printer is trying to tell you until you read the manual (which only comes in PDF format on the included CD--no paper manual.) The Windows driver apparently has a Control Panel applet that reads printer status, but that isn't of much use in Linux or when the printer is networked. For the money though, this is one fine printer.

5.0 out of 5 stars Atlanta Non-profit Director, March 19, 2006

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K. Swartz "Atlanta Non-profit Director" (Atlanta, GA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Brother HL-5150DLT Graphics Laser Printer (Office Product)

We did a lot of research prior to purchasing a laser printer and found this one to be less expensive - even than making copies. I'm enjoying the two tray option and use one of the trays for letterhead. The only issue I've had is that the software did not install correctly (parts of it installed in Swedish) and I had to request a patch. Brother's customer service is terribly poor - I waited on the phone for three hours without a response and then three days before I received an e-mail. The only part of the purchase I don't like about Amazon is that you don't see your order total until after you enter your credit card informaiton. Even though I know I have a chance to cancel, I appreciate a total prior to entering in my payment information.