HL-2230D

Automatic duplex comes standard on the Brother HL-2230D, setting it apart from the manual-duplex printers below it in the lineup. Its 24 ppm engine prints two-sided pages without driver workarounds, connected over USB 2.0. Per Brother's own brochure it takes the Brother TN420 (about 1,200 pages) or high-yield TN450 (about 2,600 pages), with the DR420 drum rated for about 12,000 pages.

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
Brother TN420 (genuine OEM)	Standard-yield toner	Black	1,200 pages
Brother TN450 (genuine OEM)	High-yield toner	Black	2,600 pages
Brother DR420 (genuine OEM)	Drum unit	Black	12,000 pages

Frequently Asked Questions

Which toner does the Brother HL-2230D use?

The HL-2230D 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 printers. 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 print a lot.

Are the cartridges on this page original or compatible?

Both — this page carries compatible TN420/TN450 and DR420 replacements as well as genuine Brother OEM TN420 and TN450 toner and DR420 drum.

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.