What Toner Does the Brother HL-L2460DW Use?
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Quick answer: The Brother HL-L2460DW uses Brother TN830 (standard yield) or TN830XL (high yield) black toner cartridges. It also has a separate imaging drum, the Brother DR830, which is replaced far less often than the toner.
CastleScore · October 2026
90/100 — Castle Elite
Brother HL-L2460DW
| Pillar (weight) | Score | What it is based on |
|---|---|---|
| Owner ratings (28%) | 92 | 4.11★ average across 2,993 ratings at Amazon (4.0), Best Buy (4.4) |
| Expert reviews (20%) | 88 | PCMag 4.0/5 |
| Cost per page (18%) | 94 | About 2.5¢ per page all-in with our compatible TN830XL toner (3,000 pages) and DR830 drum (15,000 pages). |
| Reliability (18%) | 93 | No recurring hardware or connection complaints in owner reviews. |
| Features (11%) | 74 | Auto two-sided printing, Wi-Fi, Ethernet, fast (20+ ppm). No document feeder, no fax, no touchscreen. |
| Value (5%) | 92 | Running cost and owner satisfaction against a street price of about $179 |
Still sold new at Brother's list price of $179.99.
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 7, 2026. It is not a customer review. See every ranked printer or how the score works.
The toner, pictured
TN830XL Toner
TN830 Toner
DR830 DrumOur own compatible toner, photographed in-house.
BROTHER TN830 / TN830XL TONER AT A GLANCE
| Consumable | Part Number | Page Yield | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Toner (in-box starter) | Starter toner (in the box) | ~700 pages | Starter |
| Black Toner (standard) | Brother TN830 | ~1,200 pages | Standard |
| Black Toner (high-yield) | Brother TN830XL | ~3,000 pages | High Yield |
| Black Toner (value high-yield, Costco) | Brother TN830V | ~3,300 pages | High Yield |
| Imaging Drum | Brother DR830 | ~15,000 pages | Drum Unit |
The TN830 / TN830XL toner and DR830 drum are shared across several Brother compact monochrome laser models, including the HL-L2405W, HL-L2400D, DCP-L2640DW, and MFC-L2820DW, so the same parts work if you switch between these models.
HOW TO REPLACE THE TONER
- Power on the HL-L2460DW and open the front cover.
- Pull out the drum and toner assembly, then push the toner lock lever to separate the empty cartridge from the drum unit.
- Unbox the new TN830 or TN830XL cartridge and gently rock it side to side 5–6 times, then remove the protective seal.
- Slide the new toner cartridge into the drum unit until it locks into place, then reinstall the assembly into the printer.
- Close the front cover. The printer will recognize the new cartridge automatically.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
- "Toner low" or "Replace toner" message: Brother cartridges track usage via an internal counter. Removing and reseating the cartridge can sometimes clear a premature warning.
- Faded or streaky prints: Gently rock the toner cartridge to redistribute remaining toner, and clean the corona wire inside the drum unit using the built-in green tab.
- "Replace drum soon" message: This refers to the separate DR830 drum unit, not the toner. The drum lasts for several toner cartridge cycles before it needs replacing.
What HL-L2460DW 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.
How long does the DR830 drum last?
Brother rates it at about 15,000 pages. That figure assumes single-sided printing at one page per job, so lots of short jobs wear it out sooner.
How much toner comes in the box?
A starter toner rated for about 700 pages, plus a DR830 drum. Your first TN830 or TN830XL will be due sooner than later cartridges.
Does it work on 5 GHz Wi-Fi?
Yes. Brother lists dual-band wireless (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz), plus Ethernet and USB 2.0.
How fast is it?
Brother rates it at up to 36 pages per minute.
Can it scan or copy?
No. The HL-L2460DW is print-only. Brother's all-in-ones that take the same toner include the DCP-L2640DW and MFC-L2820DW.
HL-L2460DW quirks worth knowing
- Two-sided printing is switched on by default out of the box. Change it in the print settings if you need single-sided pages.
- Besides TN830 (about 1,200 pages) and TN830XL (about 3,000), Brother sells a TN830V value high-yield cartridge rated about 3,300 pages through Costco.
- The TN830 toner and DR830 drum are shared by more than a dozen Brother mono models, including the MFC-L2900DW and HL-L2865DW, so spares carry over if you change printers within the family.
- It takes legal-size paper in its 250-sheet tray and has a one-sheet manual feed slot.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What toner does the Brother HL-L2460DW use? The HL-L2460DW uses Brother TN830 (standard yield) or TN830XL (high yield) black toner cartridges.
Does the HL-L2460DW have a separate drum unit? Yes — the Brother DR830 imaging drum is a separate part from the toner cartridge and lasts significantly longer.
Can I use compatible TN830 or TN830XL cartridges? Yes, compatible TN830 and TN830XL cartridges are made for it. For comparison, Brother lists its own TN830 at $60.99 and TN830XL at $98.29.
Is Brother's Refresh toner subscription required? No, it's optional.
Other printers that use TN830 toner
Brother HL-L2405W · Brother MFC-L2900DW · Brother HL-L2400D · Brother HL-L2420DW · Brother MFC-L2820DW · Brother DCP-L2640DW
More Brother ink guides: Brother HL-L2390DW · Brother HL-L3220CDW · Brother MFC-L2710DW · find any printer
Replacing it? Our highest-rated alternatives
- Brother HL-L2460DW — CastleScore 90
- Brother MFC-L2820DW — CastleScore 90
- Brother HL-L5210DW — CastleScore 89
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