What Toner Does the Brother HL-L2340DW Use?
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Correction (October 2026): an earlier version of this guide listed only the TN-660 and called it the standard cartridge, and said the drum lasts about three toners. The TN-660 is the high-yield cartridge (about 2,600 pages); the standard TN-630 (about 1,200 pages) also fits, and the 12,000-page DR-630 drum lasts four to five TN-660s.
The Brother HL-L2340DW is a monochrome laser printer that uses the standard TN-630 (about 1,200 pages) or high-yield TN-660 (about 2,600 pages) toner cartridge and the DR-630 drum unit (about 12,000 pages). The toner produces the printed image while the drum transfers it to paper — they are two separate consumables on this model.
CastleScore · October 2026
76/100 — Recommended
Brother HL-L2340DW
| Pillar (weight) | Score | What it is based on |
|---|---|---|
| Owner ratings (28%) | — | No retailer rating with enough reviews to use. |
| Expert reviews (20%) | 60 | PCMag 3.0/5 |
| Cost per page (18%) | 93 | About 1.7¢ per page all-in with our compatible TN660 toner (2,600 pages) and DR630 drum (12,000 pages). |
| Reliability (18%) | 90 | No recurring hardware or connection complaints in owner reviews. |
| Features (11%) | 54 | Auto two-sided printing, Wi-Fi. No document feeder, no fax, no touchscreen. |
| Value (5%) | — | Running cost and owner satisfaction |
Limited data: We could not find enough owner ratings for this printer, so that weight is spread across the other pillars.
Status not confirmed. We couldn't confirm whether Brother still sells the HL-L2340DW new. TN-630 and TN-660 toner and the DR-630 drum are widely sold.
CastleScore is Castle Ink’s own editorial rating, built from retailer star ratings, expert reviews, real cost per page and owner complaint patterns, checked October 11, 2026. It is not a customer review. See every ranked printer or how the score works.
The toner, pictured
TN660 Toner
DR630 DrumOur own compatible toner, photographed in-house.
Brother HL-L2340DW Toner & Drum at a Glance
| Consumable | Part Number | Page Yield | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Toner | TN-630 | ~1,200 pages | Standard |
| Black Toner | TN-660 | ~2,600 pages | High yield |
| Drum Unit | DR-630 | ~12,000 pages | About 4 to 5 TN-660s |
The same TN-630 and TN-660 toners and DR-630 drum also fit the Brother HL-L2300D, HL-L2305W, HL-L2315DW, HL-L2320D, HL-L2360DW, HL-L2380DW, DCP-L2500D, DCP-L2520DW, DCP-L2540DW, DCP-L2560DW, MFC-L2680W, MFC-L2685DW, MFC-L2700DW, MFC-L2705DW, MFC-L2707DW, MFC-L2720DW and MFC-L2740DW. We sell a compatible TN-660 and a compatible DR-630 drum.
How to Replace the Toner and Drum
- Power on the Brother HL-L2340DW and open the front cover.
- Pull out the toner/drum assembly as a single unit.
- To replace just the toner, push the green lock lever and separate the toner from the drum, then snap in the new TN-630 or TN-660 cartridge.
- To replace the drum, install the existing toner into the new DR-630 drum unit.
- Slide the assembly back into the printer, close the cover, and reset the drum counter if you replaced the drum.
Troubleshooting Tips
"Replace Toner" or low-toner warning: There is no toner reset to do. The printer detects a new TN-630 or TN-660 automatically. If a toner message stays after you fit a new cartridge, reseat it; Brother's support FAQ covers messages that won't clear.
Faded or streaky prints: Gently rock the toner cartridge side-to-side to redistribute toner, then reinstall. If streaks remain, clean the corona wire by sliding the green tab back and forth several times.
Drum messages: "Drum !" usually means the corona wire needs cleaning; slide the green tab on the drum back and forth a few times. After installing a new DR-630, reset the drum counter: with the front cover open, press OK, then choose Yes with the up arrow, and close the cover.
Paper jams or smudges: Inspect the paper path and pickup roller for wear. Replacing worn rollers and keeping the printer dust-free prevents repeated print-quality issues.
What HL-L2340DW owners ask
These are the questions that come up most for this printer on retailer Q&A pages, Brother's support pages and owner reviews, answered in our words.
What's the difference between the TN-630 and the TN-660?
The TN-630 is the standard cartridge (about 1,200 pages) and the TN-660 is the high-yield version (about 2,600 pages). Both fit the HL-L2340DW and use the same DR-630 drum.
How do I clear the drum warning after fitting a new DR-630?
With the front cover open, press OK, then choose Yes with the up arrow when the reset prompt appears. Close the cover.
Can I connect the HL-L2340DW with a network cable?
No. It has no Ethernet port. It connects by Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n), Wi-Fi Direct or USB 2.0.
Will a Brother firmware update stop my compatible toner working?
Brother says its firmware does not block third-party toner, and the 2025 reports about Brother firmware didn't name this model. If you use compatible toner, holding off on firmware updates you don't need is the cautious choice.
HL-L2340DW quirks worth knowing
- It is print-only, with a one-line LCD, automatic two-sided printing and Wi-Fi Direct, but no Ethernet port.
- Memory is fixed at 32 MB, with no way to add more.
- "Drum !" and "Replace Drum" are different messages. "Drum !" usually means a dirty corona wire, cleared by sliding the green tab on the drum; "Replace Drum" means the drum has reached the end of its life.
- The TN-630/TN-660 and DR-630 are shared by 18 Brother HL, DCP and MFC models, so supplies are easy to find.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What toner does the Brother HL-L2340DW use?
A: It uses the TN-630 standard cartridge (about 1,200 pages) or the TN-660 high-yield cartridge (about 2,600 pages), with the separate DR-630 drum.
Q: Does the Brother HL-L2340DW need a separate drum unit?
A: Yes — the DR-630 drum unit is separate from the toner and is rated for about 12,000 pages. That is four to five TN-660s, or about ten TN-630s.
Q: Can I use compatible TN-630 or TN-660 cartridges?
A: Yes. The TN-630 and TN-660 use a reset gear, not an authentication chip, and we found no reports of the HL-L2340DW rejecting compatible toner. Using non-Brother toner doesn't void the warranty, but Brother won't cover damage it attributes to non-Brother supplies. We sell a compatible TN-660 and a compatible DR-630 drum.
Q: How do I reset the toner counter?
A: You don't need to. The printer detects a new toner cartridge on its own. The only counter you reset by hand is the drum counter, after fitting a new DR-630.
Other printers that use TN630 and TN660 toner
Brother HL-L2300D · Brother MFC-L2700DW · Brother HL-L2380DW · Brother HL-L2360DW · Brother DCP-L2540DW
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Replacing it? Our highest-rated alternatives
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