Brother HL-L5000D Monochrome Laser Printer
- Monochrome laser, print only
- Up to 40 ppm black print speed
- Automatic duplex printing
- 300-sheet maximum input capacity
- 250-sheet output capacity
- USB 2.0 only, no network listed
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A fast monochrome laser for a single busy desk that prints long documents on both sides. It connects by USB only, so it does not suit a shared office network.
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ASIN: B01C96C99CModel: HL-L5000DCategory: Laser Printers
Overview
An automatic duplex unit and a high-speed laser engine handle two-sided black text pages without flipping paper by hand. The printer connects to one computer over USB and prints only, with no scanning or copying.
Quick black output with automatic two-sided printing makes it a workhorse for reports, contracts and invoices. The USB-only connection ties it to one computer, and the listing is sparse on resolution and warranty.
Who it's for
Paralegals, bookkeepers and students who print long text documents at one desk get speed and automatic double-sided output. Small offices hoping to share it across several computers will hit the USB-only limit.
Pros and cons
- Fast black and white output
- Automatic two-sided printing
- Large paper input capacity
- Two paper trays listed
- USB is the only connection
- No scan, copy or fax
- Print resolution not listed
Performance notes
Laser printing fuses toner with heat, so text stays crisp on plain paper and pages come out dry. Duplex jobs run slower than single-sided ones because each sheet passes through the engine twice.
Specifications
| Brand | Brother |
|---|---|
| Model | HL-L5000D |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 11046 g |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Printer Output Type | Monochrome |
| Output sheet capacity | 250 sheets |
| Maximum Sheet Capacity | 300 sheets |
| Wattage | 640 watts |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Printer Connectivity Type | USB |
| Hardware Interface | USB 2.0 |
| Other details | |
| Additional Printer Functions | Print only |
| Duplex | Automatic |
| Printer Type | Laser |
| Number of Trays | 2 |
| Print media | Plain paper |
| BW Pages per Minute | 40 ppm |
Frequently asked questions
How much paper does the Brother HL-L5000D hold?
The listing gives a maximum input capacity of 300 sheets and an output capacity of 250 sheets, with two trays.
Can the Brother HL-L5000D print in color?
No. It is a monochrome laser printer that prints black only.
Does the HL-L5000D have Wi-Fi?
No wireless or network connection is listed. It connects over USB 2.0.
Does the Brother HL-L5000D scan or copy?
No. It is a print-only machine.