Brother DCP 8040

Brother DCP 8040 Toner Cartridges

Laser toner cartridges for the Brother DCP 8040 printer:

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  1. Compatible Brother 2 Pack - TN3060

    €44.27
    Premium Compatible 2 Pack of Brother TN 3060 Toner Cartridge:
    TN-3060 X 2 (14,000 Pages)
    Higher Capacity version of TN3030 View Product Details
  2. Compatible Brother TN3060 Toner Cartridge

    €21.99
    Premium Compatible Brother TN 3060 Toner Cartridge:
    TN-3060 (7,000 Pages)
    Higher Capacity version of TN3030 View Product Details
  3. Compatible Brother TN3030 Toner - 2 Pack

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    €61.14
    Premium Compatible 2 Pack Brother Toners:
    TN3030 X 2 (6000 Pages)
    Lower Capacity Version of TN3060 View Product Details
  4. Compatible Brother TN3030 Toner

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    €26.99
    Premium Compatible Brother Toner:
    TN3030 (3000 Pages)
    Lower Capacity Version of TN3060 View Product Details
  5. Compatible Brother DR3000

    Regular Price €67.07 Special Price €44.71
    Brother Premium Compatible Drum Unit DR3000 (This is a drum unit not a toner cartridge) View Product Details

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Brother DCP 8040 Printer Review & Troubleshooting:

Brother DCP 8040 is an affordable laser multifunction printer that offers great quality prints and copies. It also features a flatbed scanner that scans in colour mode. Another major highlight is its large 50-sheet automatic document feeder that comes as a great benefit for small yet busy offices.

Although the weight of the multifunction device corresponds to 16.6 kg, it can be moved easily. Thanks to the deep handgrips equipped at the bottom. Coming to the dimensions, it is 20.9 inches wide, 17.5 inches deep and 18.5 inches high. First-time users will find the device easy-to-use with a simple control panel. It is integrated with a five-line LCD display and a number of buttons for copying and scanning functions. The printer offers crisp and clear prints at a speed of 21 ppm. It supports installation of high-yielding Brother DCP 8040 toner cartridges that come with increased life span. The main input paper tray handles up to 250 sheets and accepts a variety of media. Scanning capability of the device in colour mode is good enough making every detail in a photograph clear. You can connect the printer with Windows or Mac PCs when required.

Advantages
  • Easy-to-use
  • Impressive quality prints and copies
  • Fast printing speed
  • Room for installation of high-capacity Brother DCP 8040 toner cartridges
  • Features a 50-sheet ADF
  • Integrated with flatbed colour scanner
  • Affordable
Disadvantages
  • Lacks fax function
  • Does not print in colour
  • Scanning speed is average
  • The scanner lid is non-detachable
  • Not suitable for medium to large-sized office
Cartridge Requirements

The compatible Brother DCP 8040 toner cartridges are:

  • Brother TN3030 Black toner cartridge
  • Brother TN3030 2 Pack Black toner cartridge
Conclusion

Brother DCP 8040 is a decent multifunction printer with any complexities. It has a simple design that enables even first-time users to operate it smoothly. The printer and copier of the device are excellent but the scan speed is not up to required standards. Busy small offices or home could consider this as an efficient and affordable choice.

What steps to be followed for replacing a toner cartridge of Brother DCP 8040 printer?

If your brother printer faces issues like blurred, dimmed or pixelated prints, prints with missing or incorrect resolutions then you must check the toner level of your Brother DCP 8040 toner cartridges. While printing with an empty or wrong cartridge may lead to issues. To resolve them you must replace your old toner cartridge with the new one. Follow the steps mentioned below:

Step 1: Make sure you turn on the printer.
Step 2: Check the toner level indication message on the LCD screen.

  • If your Brother DCP 8040 toner cartridges are expended then it shows a message to indicate which colour of toner cartridge is required for replacement.
  • If you're replacing the toner cartridge before checking the indication message on the LCD screen, select Setup > toner Levels > Cartridge Replacement.
Step 3: Lift the scanner unit up and hold it with scanner unit support.
Caution: Do not move the print head with your hands or touch the white cables otherwise it may damage your printer.
Step 4: Press the blue tab for unlocking the toner cartridge you are replacing and then remove it by lifting it from the bottom of the cartridge.
Step 5: Place the cap on the toner cartridge again and dispose of it carefully.
Step 6: If you are replacing the black toner cartridge, you need to shake it gently for five times before uncovering it. No need to shake the photo black cartridges.
Step 7: Unwrap the new Brother DCP 8040 toner cartridges carefully.
Step 8: Open the cartridge by removing its cap and store it in a plastic bag for further use.
Step 9: Now, inject the toner cartridges head into the toner cartridge holder and press its bottom down until it fixes at the right place.
Step 10: If you have replaced all the cartridges that required a replacement just close the scanner down to begin the toner priming process. This would take a few minutes.
Step 11: Once the toner priming process is completed, you will see a completion message on the LCD screen.
Caution: Do not turn your printer off during the toner priming process otherwise you will waste toner.