What Toner Does the Brother MFC-L2760DW Use?
Last Updated:Quick answer: The Brother MFC-L2760DW uses Brother TN830 toner (about 1,200 pages) or the high-yield TN830XL (about 3,000 pages), and a separate DR830 drum unit (about 15,000 pages). It is a compact black-and-white laser all-in-one with fax and a 50-sheet document feeder.
It does not take the 5,000-page TN835: Brother lists that cartridge only for the HL-L2865DW and MFC-L2980DW. It also doesn't take the older TN760, which marketplace listings often lump in with the TN830. Castle Ink sells compatible TN830, TN830XL and DR830 for it.
CastleScore · October 2026
69/100 — Situational
Brother MFC-L2760DW (Scored on Brother MFC-L2760DW data)
| Pillar (weight) | Score | What it is based on |
|---|---|---|
| Owner ratings (28%) | — | No retail rating pool for the MFC-L2760DW itself; Brother USA shows no rating figures and the big retailers don't list it. |
| Expert reviews (20%) | — | Consumer Reports tested it, but its score is behind a paywall, so we couldn't verify it. |
| Cost per page (18%) | 90 | About 2.5¢ per page all-in with our compatible TN830XL toner (3,000 pages) and DR830 drum (15,000 pages). |
| Reliability (18%) | 90 | Most-reported problems: fiddly Wi-Fi setup; noise; starter toner running out early |
| Features (11%) | 84 | Print, copy, scan, fax, 50-sheet one-sided document feeder, auto two-sided printing, dual-band Wi-Fi and USB, 2-line LCD, 30 ppm. No Ethernet. |
| Value (5%) | — | Not scored without owner ratings |
Limited data: We could not find enough owner ratings or published expert scores for this printer, so those weights are spread across the other pillars. With neither owner ratings nor a published expert score, we cap this printer at 69 (Situational) until better data is available.
Hard to find new. Brother USA showed it out of stock on October 25, 2026, with a factory-refurbished unit at $169.99.
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 25, 2026. It is not a customer review. See every ranked printer or how the score works.
The toner, pictured
TN830XL
TN830
DR830Our own compatible toner, photographed in-house.
What Toner Does the Brother MFC-L2760DW Take?
| Cartridge | Brother part no. | Approx. yield | Castle Ink option |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brother TN830 (standard) | TN830 | ~1,200 pages | Castle Ink TN830, $39.95 |
| Brother TN830XL (high yield) | TN830XL | ~3,000 pages | Castle Ink TN830XL, $59.95 |
| Brother DR830 drum unit | DR830 | ~15,000 pages | Castle Ink DR830, $75.95 |
Toner yields are Brother's ISO/IEC 19752 figures; the drum rating is about 15,000 pages at one page per job. The toner in the box is a starter cartridge rated at about 700 pages, and a DR830 drum comes with the printer. Brother also sells a TN830V value cartridge (about 3,300 pages) through warehouse clubs.
TN830XL vs. Brother's Price
On October 25, 2026, Brother USA and Staples listed the Original TN830XL at $98.29 and the DR830 drum at $157.99 (Brother USA). That is about 3.3¢ a page for toner plus about 1.1¢ for the drum. Our compatible TN830XL is $59.95 and our compatible DR830 is $75.95, which brings the all-in cost to about 2.5¢ a page. If you print more than a ream or two a month, the XL is the better buy at either price: it holds two and a half times the toner of a TN830 for less than double the money.
Will Compatible TN830 Toner Work?
Yes. Brother printers don't use HP-style dynamic security, and in March 2025 Brother publicly denied that its firmware updates block third-party toner, while noting that a "genuine check" during troubleshooting may ask for Brother supplies. Brother's warranty doesn't cover damage caused by non-Brother supplies. One exception: cartridges from Brother's Refresh EZ Print subscription stop working if you cancel the subscription.
How Do I Replace the Toner in the MFC-L2760DW?
- With the machine on, open the front cover.
- Lift out the toner cartridge and drum unit together as one assembly.
- Push down the green lock lever and take the toner cartridge out of the drum unit.
- Unpack the new cartridge, remove its protective cover, and shake it gently side to side a few times.
- Push it firmly into the drum unit until it locks into place.
- Clean the corona wire by sliding the green tab left and right a few times, then return it to its home position (a tab left out of place can cause a vertical stripe).
- Slide the assembly back in and close the front cover. Leave the machine on until it shows Ready.
Which Other Printers Use TN830 and DR830?
Brother lists the same TN830, TN830XL and DR830 for the HL-L2400D, HL-L2405W, HL-L2420DW, HL-L2460DW, HL-L2465DW, HL-L2480DW, HL-L2865DW, DCP-L2640DW, DCP-L2647DW, MFC-L2807DW, MFC-L2820DW, MFC-L2900DW and MFC-L2980DW. Our guides to the MFC-L2820DW and HL-L2460DW cover the same supplies.
What MFC-L2760DW owners ask
These are the questions that come up most for this printer on retailer Q&A pages, manufacturer support communities and owner reviews, answered in our words.
Can the document feeder scan or copy both sides automatically?
No. The 50-sheet feeder is one-sided only; Brother lists two-sided scanning and copying as not supported. Automatic two-sided printing is supported.
How long will the toner in the box last?
It is a starter cartridge rated at about 700 pages. A retail TN830 gives about 1,200 pages and a TN830XL about 3,000.
Do I need a new drum with every toner?
No. The DR830 drum is separate and rated at about 15,000 pages, so several toner cartridges go through one drum.
Does it have Ethernet? Does it work with a Mac?
Brother's spec sheet lists dual-band Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct and USB, with no wired Ethernet. Macs print and scan through AirPrint.
Will the TN835 super high-yield toner fit?
Brother lists the TN835 only for the HL-L2865DW and MFC-L2980DW. For the MFC-L2760DW the highest-yield Brother cartridges are the TN830XL and the club-store TN830V.
MFC-L2760DW quirks worth knowing
- Its 30 ppm rating is for one-sided printing. Two-sided printing is the default, so change the setting if speed matters more than paper.
- Brother advises leaving a new cartridge sealed until you're ready to install it.
- Consumer Reports' test notes call its Wi-Fi setup more tedious than usual, so a USB connection is a handy fallback during setup.
- It has a 2-line LCD rather than a touchscreen, and a 250-sheet tray plus a single-sheet manual slot.
Frequently Asked Questions
What toner does the Brother MFC-L2760DW use?
Brother TN830 (about 1,200 pages) or TN830XL (about 3,000 pages), with a DR830 drum unit rated at about 15,000 pages.
Is the drum included with the TN830 toner?
No. The toner and the DR830 drum are separate parts; you replace the drum far less often.
Is there a TN830XXL?
No. Brother does not make a TN830XXL. The highest-yield cartridge in this family, the TN835, isn't listed for the MFC-L2760DW.
Other printers that use Brother TN830 and DR830
Brother MFC-L2820DW · Brother MFC-L2807DW · Brother HL-L2460DW
More Brother ink guides: Brother HL-L3300CDW · Brother DCP-L2550DW · Brother HL-L2405W · find any printer
Replacing it? Our highest-rated alternatives
- Brother HL-L2460DW — CastleScore 90
- Brother MFC-L2820DW — CastleScore 90
- HP Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw — CastleScore 82
Sources
Ratings and prices were checked on October 25, 2026 and will change over time.
- Brother TN830XL toner (Brother USA)
- Brother DR830 drum unit (Brother USA)
- Brother TN835 compatible printers (Brother USA)
- Brother MFC-L2760DW product page (Brother USA)
- Brother MFC-L2760DW brochure (spec sheet)
- Staples: MFC-L2760DW supplies and TN830XL pricing
- Consumer Reports: Brother MFC-L2760DW
- Brother online guide: replace the toner cartridge (TN830/DR830 models)
- TechRadar: Brother denies firmware blocks third-party ink
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