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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models

⁦Compare Brother HL-8 & HP M1536dnf⁩

A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-8 and M1536dnf within the same category.

Reference model ⁦Brother HL-8⁩

⁦HL-8⁩

Brother

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Reference model ⁦HP LaserJet M1536dnf MFP⁩

⁦M1536dnf⁩

HP

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Specifications

Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models

Specification ⁦HL-8⁩ ⁦M1536dnf⁩
Price Not for sale Not for sale
Connectivity
USB — Yes
Ethernet — Yes
Mobile Printing — Apple AirPrint; HP ePrint
Apple AirPrint — Yes
Security Features — Embedded Web Server; fax PIN access control
Dimensions & Weight
Width — ⁦441 mm⁩
Depth — ⁦343 mm⁩
Height — ⁦373 mm⁩
Weight — ⁦11.7 kg⁩
Power & Warranty
Input Voltage — ⁦110-127 / 220-240 V⁩
Power Consumption Printing — ⁦445 W⁩
Power Consumption Sleep — ⁦4.7 W⁩
Warranty — One-year limited warranty
Fax
Fax — Yes
Fax Modem Speed — ⁦33.6 kbps⁩
Fax Resolution — ⁦300 x 300 dpi⁩
Fax Memory — ⁦400 pages⁩
General
Product Brand Brother HP
Product Model ⁦HL-8⁩ ⁦LaserJet M1536dnf MFP⁩
Product Series — ⁦LaserJet Pro M1530⁩
Product Type Monochrome Laser Printer Monochrome laser multifunction printer
Printer Functions Print Print; Scan; Copy; Fax
Print Technology Laser Laser
Consumables
Black Toner Model — ⁦CE278A (78A)⁩
Replacement Black Toner Yield — ⁦2100 pages⁩
Paper & Printing
Maximum Paper Size — Legal
Supported Paper Sizes — ⁦A4; A5; A6; B5 (JIS); C5; DL; Executive; Legal; Letter⁩
Minimum Custom Media Width — ⁦76 mm⁩
Maximum Custom Media Width — ⁦216 mm⁩
Minimum Custom Media Length — ⁦127 mm⁩
Maximum Custom Media Length — ⁦356 mm⁩
Supported Media Types — Envelopes; Heavy paper; Labels; Letterhead; Light paper; Plain paper; Postcards; Preprinted paper; Prepunched paper; Recycled paper; Rough paper; Transparencies
Minimum Media Weight — ⁦60 g/m²⁩
Maximum Media Weight — ⁦163 g/m²⁩
Standard Input Capacity — ⁦260 sheets⁩
Maximum Input Capacity — ⁦260 sheets⁩
Output Capacity — ⁦100 sheets⁩
Automatic Duplex Printing — Yes
Scanning
Scanner Type — Flatbed; ADF
Optical Scan Resolution — ⁦1200 dpi⁩
Black Scan Speed — ⁦15 ipm⁩
ADF Capacity — ⁦35 sheets⁩
Print Performance
Black Print Speed A4 — ⁦25 ppm⁩
First Page Out Black — ⁦8.5 s⁩
Print Resolution — ⁦600 x 600 dpi⁩
Monthly Duty Cycle — ⁦8000 pages/month⁩
Recommended Monthly Volume — ⁦500-2000 pages/month⁩
Processor Speed — ⁦500 MHz⁩
Standard Memory — ⁦128 MB⁩
Maximum Memory — ⁦128 MB⁩
Print Languages — ⁦PCL 5; PCL 6; PostScript⁩
Copying
Black Copy Speed — ⁦25 cpm⁩
Copy Resolution — ⁦600 x 600 dpi⁩
Maximum Copies — ⁦99 copies⁩
Copy Zoom Range — 25-400 %

Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?

Choose M1536dnf if you need:

  • USB
  • Ethernet
  • Mobile Printing: Apple AirPrint; HP ePrint
  • Apple AirPrint

Overall, choosing between HL-8 and M1536dnf depends on your use case and which specs matter most. They share Print Technology (Laser). They differ mainly on USB. Review the differences above, choose by your priorities, and confirm availability before buying.

What is the difference between HL-8 and M1536dnf?

HL-8 and M1536dnf share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser).

The main differences: Printer Functions (HL-8: Print, M1536dnf: Print; Scan; Copy; Fax); Automatic Duplex Printing (HL-8: —, M1536dnf: Yes).

HL-8 may suit users who need its differing values, while M1536dnf benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.