Compare Brother Dcp l2550dw Vs Brother Mfc l2710dw

Here, we have discussed two printers from Brother. They might not be of the same class, but still, you can enough to compare them. We compare these printers with their key specifications, features, reviews, and installation steps. We have ended the comparison by stating some of the pros and cons of the two Brother printers.

SPECIFICATIONS	BROTHER DCP-L2550DW	BROTHER MFC-L2710DW
Printer functions	Print, Copy, Scan	Print, Copy, Scan, Fax
Printing Technology	Laser printer	Laser printer
Color Type	Black color	Black color
Print Resolution	600 x 2400 dpi	2400 x 600 dpi
Borderless printing	No	No
Configuration	1 x Toner	1 x Toner
Duplex printing	Yes	Yes
Print speed	36 pages per minute (ppm)	32 pages per minute (ppm)
Monthly Duty Cycle	15,000 pages	15,000 pages
PRINTER MEDIA HANDLING
Paper handling	1 x input tray, output tray	1 x input tray, output tray
Media size (minimum size)	5.8 x 8.3” / 14.73 x 21.08 cm	3 x 5" / 7.62 x 12.7 cm
Media size (maximum size)	8.5 x 14" / 21.59 x 35.56 cm	8.5 x 14" / 21.59 x 35.56 cm
Media Weight	61 to 155 gsm / 16 to 43 lb	60 to 163 gsm / 16 to 43 lb
Special Media Support	Envelopes	Envelopes
SCANNER
Duplex Scanning	Not supported	Not supported
Scan Modes	Color, Gray scale	Color, Gray scale
File Formats	BMP, JPEG, PDF, PDF/A, PNG, TIFF, XPS	BMP, JPEG, PDF, PDF/A, PNG, TIFF, XPS
SCANNER MEDIA HANDLING
Scan Sizes	Flatbed Maximum: 8.5 x 11.7" / 21.59 x 29.72 cm	Flatbed Maximum: 8.5 x 11.7" / 21.59 x 29.72 cm
Paper Capacity	ADF: 50 x Sheet	ADF: 50 x Sheet
COPIER
Copy Speed	36 copy per minute (cpm)	32 copy per minute (cpm)
Duplex Copying	Not supported	Not supported
Modem Transmission Speed	Not Applicable	33.6 kb/s
Fax Memory	Not Applicable	400 Pages
PRINTER CONNECTIVITY
Interface	RJ45, USB Type-B	RJ11, RJ45, USB Type-B
Wireless	Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi
Direct printing	Apple AirPrint, Mopria Print Services, Wi-Fi Direct, Brother iPrint&Scan.	Apple AirPrint, Mopria Print Services, Wi-Fi Direct, Brother iPrint&Scan.
Operating System Support	Windows, macOS / OS X	Windows, macOS / OS X
GENERAL ASPECTS
Power Source	AC Adapter	AC Adapter
Battery	None	None
AC Input Power	120 VAC, 60 Hz	100 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
Dimensions (W x H x D)	16.1 x 12.5 x 15.7" / 40.9 x 31.8 x 39.9 cm	20.3 x 12.5 x 23" / 51.6 x 31.8 x 58.4 cm
Weight	25.6 lb / 11.61 kg	26 lb / 11.79 kg
Default warranty period	One year from the date of purchase.	One year from the date of purchase.

Some of the highlighting features of the BROTHER DCP-L2550DW and BROTHER MFC-L2710DW printers are listed below.

BROTHER DCP-L2550DW

Standard paper capacity
50 sheet ADF (Automatic Document Feeder)
Printing Speed - 36 pages per minute (ppm)
Wireless Ready
LCD screen
Direct printing - Apple AirPrint, Mopria Print Service, USB Port, Ethernet, Wi-Fi Direct
Operating System Support - Android, iOS, Windows, and macOS / OS X

BROTHER MFC-L2710DW

Exceptional text quality
Quiet despite its speed
Printing Speed - 32 pages per minute (ppm)
Wireless Ready
Automatic duplex printing
LCD screen
Direct printing - Apple AirPrint, Mopria Print Service, USB Port, Ethernet, Wi-Fi Direct.
Operating System support - Android, iOS, Windows, and macOS / OS X

REVIEWS

Both the printers have their own positives as well as negatives. But positives overpower the negative aspects. Due to the printers’ built-in wireless connectivity, you can wirelessly print from your PCs, laptops, mobiles, and tablets with ease.

Both the printers are loaded with the latest features to provide vibrant colors on your printouts. Overall the printers (Brother DCP-L2550DW & Brother MFC-L2710DW) have similar specifications and features (not the same).

But it totally depends on your decision, whether you want to go with this or that printer. You can choose any of the two printers that fulfills your overall requirements and needs. Make a priority list before choosing one.

BROTHER DCP-L2550DW

Low printing cost
Enhanced efficiency
Increased productivity
Wireless connectivity

BROTHER MFC-L2710DW

Quite despite its speed
Automatic duplex printing
Supports fax

BROTHER DCP-L2550DW

Smaller 2-line LCD screen
Copy speed is less
No Fax capabilities
Below-par graphics and photo quality
No automatic two-sided scanning
No integrated card reader

BROTHER MFC-L2710DW

Lacks support for USB thumb drives and memory cards
ADF is not auto-duplexing.
Graphics and photos are not that great
Photocopies are somewhat dark
Relatively low monthly printing duty cycle

INSTALLATION

Note: The installation procedure of these two printers is almost the same. Click the Call button to contact our technical experts if you need remote assistance in installing the printer for the first time.

01. BROTHER DCP-L2550DW INSTALLATION

UNBOXING AND INITIAL SETUP:

Unbox the Brother DCP-L2550DW printer and its remaining accessories.

Remove all the packaging materials from the printer and its other contents.

Firmly connect the power cord between the rear end of the printer and an electric outlet.

On the top of the printer, you will be able to see the Power button.

Press it once to turn on the printer.

Use the control panel to set your preferred language, region, date, and time.

Apart from this, you can make the required changes to your Brother DCP-L2550DW printer.

TONER CARTRIDGE INSTALLATION:

Unpack the toner cartridge.
Remove the protective cover.
Open the top cover until it locks in the open position.
Insert the toner cartridge into the drum unit until you hear a click sound.
Clean the corona wires inside the drum unit.
Close the machine’s top cover.

PAPER LOADING STEPS:

Pull out the paper tray entirely from your printer.
Open the output tray cover.
Adjust the paper guides in a way that the paper fits appropriately.
Fan a stack of paper with no blunt edges.
Gently load some paper in the paper tray with the print side facing downwards.
Close the output tray cover.

DRIVER DOWNLOAD STEPS - BROTHER DCP-L2550DW:

Before going to the below steps, you need to be aware that the driver download and installation steps are similar for both Windows and Mac Operating Systems. We have provided the steps that can be taken into reference while installing the drivers on your PC.

If you plan to download the printer drivers from the manufacturer’s website, follow the below steps.

Turn on your computer and connect to the Internet.
Go to your default web browser and land on the printer’s support page.
Choose your OS family and OS version and click on the OK button.
Select the relevant printer or scanner drivers.
Read all the license agreements in the next window and click on Agree to the EULA and Download.
Once you have successfully downloaded the drivers, go on with the driver installation steps.

DRIVER INSTALLATION STEPS - BROTHER DCP-L2550DW:

You can install the default printer drivers from the CD-ROM that comes along with the Brother printer. However, if you have downloaded the printer driver, then do follow the below steps.

Connect your PC with the Brother printer using a USB cable.
Navigate to your installer file and double-click to begin the installation.
In the setup wizard window, choose any of the connection types - wired (USB, Ethernet) or wireless network connection (Wi-Fi).
Click Next to proceed further.
When the driver installer window opens, click Continue.
Read the End-User License Agreements and click the Continue button.
Click Agree to accept the License Agreement.
Click Install.
If prompted, enter the System Administrator username and password, and then click Install Software.
Choose your Brother printer from the list and click Next.
Click Add Printer, then select your machine and click Add.
Follow the on-screen prompts and establish the connection between your brother dcp l2550dw setup and the computer.

02. BROTHER MFC L2710DW INSTALLATION

UNBOXING AND INITIAL SETUP:

Unbox the printer along with the box contents.
Place all the box contents on a flat surface to avoid any damage.
Peel off all the packaging materials from the printer and its accessories.
Connect the power cord between the rear end of the printer and an electric supply.
Firmly press the Power button once to turn on the printer.
Wait patiently until the printer boots up completely.
Use the control panel to select the language, region, date, and time.

TONER CARTRIDGE INSTALLATION:

Open the front cover until it locks itself.
Unpack and remove the protective cover of the toner cartridge.
If necessary, clean the corona wires.
Install the toner cartridge into its slot.

Note: Slide the toner cartridge and drum assemblies into the machine.

Once installed successfully, close the machine’s top cover.

PAPER LOADING STEPS:

Pull out the paper tray entirely out of the machine.
Press and slide the paper guides to fit the paper.
Ensure that the paper is not folded from the sides, as this might lead to paper jams.
Make sure that the paper is below the maximum paper mark.
Slowly push the paper tray back in.
Lift the support flap to prevent the paper from sliding off the output tray.

DRIVER DOWNLOAD STEPS - BROTHER MFC-L2710DW:

Open your default web browser and land on the Brother support page.
From the Downloads section, you need to select the OS family.
Now you can see the OS version; choose the correct OS version and click OK.
Click on the relevant drivers to initiate the download process.
Read the End-User License Agreement carefully and click on Agree to the EULA and Download.
Once the download gets completed, carry on with the driver installation steps.

DRIVER INSTALLATION STEPS - BROTHER MFC-L2710DW:

Navigate to your installer file and double-click to begin the installation.
When the device installation windows open up, choose your language.
Read the End-User License Agreements and then click Next.
Select Local connection and then click Next.
When prompted, connect your machine to your PC using a USB cable.
Click Standard installation and click Next.
Follow the on-screen instructions and respond appropriately.
Finish the driver installation steps and enjoy printing. Now you have completed the brother mfc l2710dw setup

BROTHER DCP-L2550DW

BROTHER MFC-L2710DW

BROTHER DCP-L2550DW

BROTHER MFC-L2710DW

REVIEWS

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BROTHER MFC-L2710DW

BROTHER DCP-L2550DW

BROTHER MFC-L2710DW

INSTALLATION

01. BROTHER DCP-L2550DW INSTALLATION

02. BROTHER MFC L2710DW INSTALLATION

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