Fax 2900
Strictly a fax machine, the Brother FAX-2900 uses thermal-transfer print ribbons rather than laser toner — no TN cartridges here. Its 33.6 Kbps modem, 20-sheet automatic document feeder, and 250-page fax memory handle steady inbound and outbound traffic. Connectivity runs over USB and parallel, with no Ethernet, so it suits a dedicated phone-line setup. In short, it is a single-purpose machine: fax in, fax out, with the ribbon doing all the marking work.
| Cartridge | Type | Color | Approx. Yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brother TN420 (compatible) | Standard-yield toner | Black | 1,200 pages |
| Brother TN450 (compatible) | High-yield toner | Black | 2,600 pages |
| Brother DR420 (compatible) | Drum unit | Black | 12,000 pages |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which toner does the Brother FAX-2900 use?
The FAX-2900 uses the Brother TN420 standard-yield toner (~1,200 pages) or the Brother TN450 high-yield toner (~2,600 pages), plus the Brother DR420 drum unit (~12,000 pages).
What is the difference between the TN420 and the TN450?
Both fit the same machines. The TN450 is the high-yield version — it prints about 2,600 pages versus about 1,200 for the TN420 — so it costs less per page if you fax and print a lot.
Are the cartridges on this page original or compatible?
The cartridges on this page are compatible replacements for the Brother TN420, TN450 and DR420, built to match the originals' fit and page yield.
How often does the DR420 drum need replacing?
The DR420 drum unit is rated for approximately 12,000 pages — roughly four to ten toner changes, depending on whether you use TN420 or TN450 cartridges.
See also
- DCP-2240D toner cartridges
- DCP-2270DW toner cartridges
- DCP-7055 toner cartridges
- DCP-7057 toner cartridges
- DCP-7060 toner cartridges
- DCP-7060DN toner cartridges
- DCP-7065 toner cartridges
- DCP-7070DW toner cartridges
- FAX-2840 toner cartridges
- FAX-2845-1 toner cartridges
- FAX-2845 toner cartridges
- FAX-2940 toner cartridges
- HL-2130 toner cartridges
- HL-2132 toner cartridges
- HL-2135W toner cartridges
- HL-2230D toner cartridges
- HL-2242 toner cartridges
- HL-2242D toner cartridges
- HL-2250 toner cartridges
- HL-2250DN toner cartridges
- HL-2270 toner cartridges
- HL-2275 toner cartridges
- HL-2280 toner cartridges
- FAX-2840 toner cartridges
- FAX-2845-1 toner cartridges
- INTELLIFAX-2840-1 toner cartridges
- INTELLIFAX-2840 toner cartridges
- INTELLIFAX-2940-1 toner cartridges
- INTELLIFAX-2940 toner cartridges
- MFC-7360 toner cartridges
- MFC-7360DN toner cartridges
- MFC-7365 toner cartridges
- MFC-7460 toner cartridges
- MFC-7470D toner cartridges
- MFC-7860 toner cartridges
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