The printer, the Brother HL-4040CN model, is a standard device that has properties worth its price. The functioning print technology is the electrophotographic print method in a single pass. It also has a print speed, depending on the paper in use, up to 20 pages per minute (ppm) for black and white. Printing on a letter size paper, however, is up to 21 ppm.
Brother HL-4040CN Printer Driver Downloads
Driver for Windows
| Filename | Size | Download |
| Driver for Windows 8 8.1 10 32 bit and 64 bit.EXE (Recommended) | 187.49 MB | |
| Driver for Windows 7 32 bit and 64 bit.EXE (Recommended) | 24.80 MB | |
| Driver for Windows vista xp 32 bit and 64 bit.EXE (Recommended) | 24.68 MB |
Driver for Mac OS
| Filename | Size | Download |
| Driver for Macintosh 10.13 and 10.12.dmg | 34.04 MB | |
| Driver for Macintosh 10.11.dmg | 35.18 MB | |
| Driver for Macintosh 10.10.dmg | 37.23 MB | |
| Driver for Macintosh 10.9.dmg | 34.90 MB | |
| Driver for Macintosh 10.6 to 10.8.dmg | 32.97 MB | |
| Driver for Macintosh 10.5.dmg | 10.50 MB |
Specifications
In the same vein, this printer achieves full operational readiness from sleep mode within a mere 33 seconds, impressively swift. Conversely, from a state of complete shutdown, it takes less than 37 seconds to warm up entirely. The printer boasts an internal memory capacity of up to 64 MB of RAM, which is sufficient for storing and processing data with ease.
The initial monochrome print time for this device is less than 16 seconds from issuing the command. When printing in full color, the first-time print rate is less than 17 seconds. The printer boasts a minimum print resolution of 600 x 600 dots per inch (dpi) and an impressive maximum resolution of approximately 2400 dpi (2400 x 600 dpi) quality.
In addition to its RAM, the printer also features a processor that operates at an average speed of 300 MHz. This processor is the NEC VR5500 processor, known for delivering top-quality performance at a reasonable speed.
The printer’s internal memory can be expanded up to 512 MB using the SO-DIMM one slot component, providing ample storage space for your printing needs. Connectivity options are also plentiful, with two means of connection available – the hi-speed USB port and the Ethernet 10/100Base-TX. To ensure smooth networking, the printer uses compatible network protocols such as IPv4 and IPv6, with varying formats compatibility. Managing these protocols is made easy through acceptable methods such as BRAdmin professional, BRAdmin light, Web BRAdmin, and Web-Based management.
The Brother HL-4040CN printer boasts a standard input tray that can hold up to 250 sheets of plain paper. Additionally, it comes equipped with a multipurpose tray that can accommodate an extra 50 sheets, as well as three envelopes. However, the output tray can only hold 150 sheets in a face-down configuration.
For those looking to download the Brother HL-4040CN driver, simply head to the Brother website to get started.