The Brother HL-3045CN printer model boasts an electrophotographic LED print technology with a single pass, lending to its efficient operation. For black and white printing, it can print up to 18 pages per minute (ppm) on A4 paper and up to 19 ppm on letter-sized paper. Meanwhile, full color printing operates at the same speed for both A4 and letter-sized documents of standard weight and dimensions. With its impressive printer buildup, this model is a reliable choice for high-speed printing needs.
Brother HL-3045CN Printer Driver Downloads
Driver for Windows
| Filename | Size | Download |
| Printer Full Drivers for Windows 8 8.1 10 32 bit and 64 bit.EXE (Recommended) | 60.81 MB | |
| Printer Full Drivers for Windows 7 vista xp 32 bit and 64 bit.EXE (Recommended) | 59.82 MB |
Driver for Mac OS
| Filename | Size | Download |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.14 and 10.15.dmg | 31.35 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.13 and 10.12.dmg | 34.04 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.11.dmg | 35.18 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.10.dmg | 37.23 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.9.dmg | 34.90 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.6 to 10.8.dmg | 32.97 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.5.dmg | 10.21 MB |
Specifications
Printing speeds for monochrome and color are impressively fast, with less than 15 and 16 seconds respectively for first-time printing. The print resolution, however, is influenced by the operating system in use, including Windows, DOS, Mac, and Linux. When using Windows XP, Vista, 7, Server 2003, and 2008, the resolution can reach up to 2400 dots per inch, or 600 x 2400 dpi, with an average resolution of 600 x 600 dpi. Similarly, Mac OS versions X 10.4.11, 10.5.x, and 10.6.x have the same resolutions as Windows, while Linux has an average resolution of 600 x 600 dpi.
The printer processor has a speed of about 300 MHz with an internal supporting memory of 32 MB of RAM. The two together enhances the printer’s ability to produce excellent quality and good speed. There is an additional option of a DIMM slot that is expandable to 544 MB. The connectivity option includes s standard hi-speed USB 2.0 and a 10Base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet component. Similarly, the supported network connectivity protocols include the TCP/IP through the Ethernet component.
This advanced printer is equipped with a range of specialized management tools, including BRAdmin Light, BRAdmin Professional 3, Web BRAdmin, and Web-Based Management. These tools provide users with unprecedented control over their printing processes, allowing them to optimize performance and efficiency.
The printer is also highly compatible with a variety of different operating systems, and can run compatible software drivers as needed. This ensures that users can seamlessly integrate the printer into their existing workflows, without having to worry about compatibility issues or other technical challenges.
In addition to its powerful management capabilities, the printer also features two LED indicators on its body. These indicators provide users with critical information about the printer’s status, including data transfer activity and any errors or issues that may arise.
To get started with this top-of-the-line printer, simply download the Brother HL-3045CN driver from the official Brother website. This will allow you to quickly and easily set up the printer and begin enjoying its many advanced features and capabilities.