Brother FAX-2840 fax machine Laser 33.6 Kbit/s A4 Black, Grey

The Brother FAX-2840 is a monochrome laser fax machine designed for small offices and home use. It features a Super G3 modem with a transmission speed of up to 33.6 kbps, multiple fax resolution modes including Fine and Super Fine, a 250-sheet lower paper tray and a 30-sheet automatic document feeder, plus an LCD display for basic navigation. The device also offers printing and copying functionality with a max copy resolution of 300 x 600 dpi and a copying speed of up to 20 copies per minute. A starter toner rated for approximately 1000 pages is included.

Advantages

The unit supports high-speed Super G3 faxing for faster transmissions and stores up to 400 pages in memory for transmission and reception. It provides 22 one-touch dial buttons for quick number access and a standard 250-sheet paper capacity to reduce paper refills. Copying works at up to 20 cpm and the included 1000-page toner allows immediate use after setup.

Suitable for

• Small offices that require reliable fax and basic copy functionality
• Home offices with moderate fax traffic
• Environments needing quick one-touch dialing for frequent contacts

Key specifications

• Model: Brother FAX-2840 (FAX2840G1)
• Interface: Fax modem Super G3, 33.6 kbps
• ADF capacity: 30 sheets
• Paper tray capacity: 250 sheets (lower tray)
• Fax memory: up to 400 pages (transmission/reception)
• One-touch dials: 22
• Copy speed: up to 20 cpm
• Maximum copy resolution: 300 x 600 dpi
• Included toner: approx. 1000 pages
• Form factor: A4, monochrome laser

How to use

Load plain A4 paper into the lower tray and place multi-page originals into the 30-sheet automatic document feeder for faxing or copying. Use the LCD to navigate menu options and select resolution or memory functions as needed. For sending a fax, enter the recipient number using the keypad or a one-touch dial, then press the Send key. For copying, choose the required settings (number of copies, density, and resolution) and press the Start key.

Recommendations

For reliable results, use standard office A4 plain paper and replace the toner cartridge when print quality degrades. Regularly clear the ADF and check the paper path to avoid jams; store the device in a dry, dust-free environment to maintain optimal performance.