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Brother MFC-L8970CDW Business Color Laser All-in-One Printer
Low total cost of ownership
5,500-page black / 4,500-page color cartridges included‡
Advanced security features
The Brother Workhorse MFC-L8970CDW Business Color Laser All-in-One Printer is ideal for business work teams, supporting maximum productivity in high-demand environments with reliable performance. It offers fast printing and copying with lifelike color and sharp black output for professional documents, presentations, and marketing collateral, as well as advanced scanning capabilities. Maximize printing budgets with included Brother Genuine high yield toner cartridges and achieve a low total cost of ownership by using the TN637 ultra high yield replacement cartridges. Triple Layer Security features help to keep the device secure, protect documents in transit, and safeguard against network intrusions. The printer includes dual band (2.4GHz / 5GHz) wireless and Gigabit Ethernet for wireless or wired networks, plus convenient mobile device printing and scanning‡.
Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Carton Contents | Brother MFC-L8970CDW, TN635XLBK Black Toner Cartridge (5,500 pages‡), TN635XLC/M/Y Cyan, Magenta, Yellow Toner Cartridges (4,500 pages‡), DR635CL Drum Unit (30,000 pages‡), BU635CL Belt Unit (50,000 pages‡), WT229CL Waste Toner Box (50,000 pages‡), AC Power Cord, Quick Setup Guide, Telephone Line Cord |
| Warranty | 1 Year Limited |
Main Features
Professional results.
Fast print and copy speeds of up to 33ppm‡ help optimize productivity. Lifelike color and sharp black output for professional business documents, presentations, and marketing collateral.
Maximize printing budgets.
Offers built-in value with included Brother Genuine 5,500-page black and 4,500-page color toner cartridges. Use Brother Genuine TN637 ultra high yield replacement toner cartridges providing 10,000 pages black and color for a low total cost of ownership‡.
Triple Layer Security.
Advanced security features to help keep devices secure, protect documents in transit to and from print devices, and safeguard networks. Includes an integrated NFC card reader for easy badge authentication.
Advanced, high-speed scanning capabilities.
Fast, two-sided scanning up to 104ipm‡. The 80-page capacity‡ auto document feeder easily handles large scan and copy jobs. Also features a legal-sized document glass. Scan to popular destinations directly from the touchscreen display, including cloud services‡, e-mail, SharePoint, and SSH Server (SFTP). Create searchable and editable Microsoft Office documents (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)‡.
7” color touchscreen display.
Enables easy menu navigation, scan preview, and the creation of up to 64 customized shortcuts for your most frequently used tasks.
Expandable paper capacity.
The standard paper capacity supports 250 sheets in the lower tray and 50 sheets in the multipurpose tray, allowing for printing on custom media and envelopes. Optional trays expand the total capacity up to 1,340 sheets‡.
Awards & Recognition
Detailed technical specs to help you understand performance, compatibility, and requirements.
Specifications
Detailed technical specs to help you understand performance, compatibility, and requirements.
Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard Interface | Gigabit Ethernet, Dual Band Wireless: 802.11 b/g/n (2.4GHz), 802.11 a/n (5GHz), Hi-Speed USB 2.0 |
| USB Host Location | Back: Store secure print jobs and macros / streams; external card reader‡, Front: Print from and scan to USB memory stick; external card reader‡ |
| Standard Network Features | Printing, Scan to E-mail Server (download), Scanning, PC Fax Send/Receive, I-Fax, Secure Function Lock, Secure Print |
| Mobile Device Compatibility | AirPrint, BrotherMobileConnect, Mopria, WiFiDirect |
| Supported Network Protocols IPv4 | LDAPS, Syslog, APIPA (Auto IP), ARP, BOOTP, CIFS Client, Custom Raw Port/Port 9100, DHCP, DNS Resolver, FTP Client and Server, HTTP/HTTPS Server, ICMP, IMAP4, IPP/IPPS, LDAP, LLMNR Responder, LPR/LPD, mDNS, POP3, RARP, SMTP Client, SNMPv1/v2c/v3, SNTP Client, TELNET Server, TFTP Client and Server, Web Services (Print/Scan), WINS/NetBIOS Name Resolution |
| Brother Cloud Apps | Email Print, Fax Forward to Cloud / Email, Scan to Word, Scan to Mobile, Scan to Searchable PDF, Scan To PowerPoint, Scan To Excel, Cloud Secure Print, Easy Scan to E-mail |
| Supported Network Protocols IPv6 | Syslog, LDAPS, FTP Client, NDP, RA, DNS Resolver, mDNS, LLMNR Responder, LPR/LPD, Custom Raw Port/Port 9100, IPP/IPPS, POP3, SMTP Client, FTP Server, CIFS Client, TELNET Server, SNMPv1/v2c/v3, HTTP/HTTPS Server, TFTP Client and Server, ICMPv6, SNTP Client, LDAP, Web Services (Print/Scan), IMAP4 |
| One Push Wireless Setup | Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ |
| WiFi Certified | Yes |
Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit Weight | 58.8 |
| Carton Dimensions | 24" x 26" x 26" |
| Carton Weight | 75.7 |
Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard Memory | 1024 |
| Maximum Monthly Duty Cycle | Up to 80,000 pages |
| Recommended Monthly Print Volume | Up to 7,500 pages |
| Toner Save Mode | Yes |
Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Output Paper Capacity | 150 |
| Duplex Printing Capability | Yes |
| Optional Paper Capacity | LT-350CL‡ (250 sheets x2) or LT-360CL‡ (520 sheets x2) or LT-350CL‡ (250 sheets x1) + LT-360CL‡ (520 sheets x1) |
| Minimum Input for ADF | 4.1"/5.8" |
| Paper Handling Size for Duplex Printing | Letter, Legal, Folio (8" x 13") |
| Maximum Input for ADF | 8.5"/14" |
| Sheet Weight (ADF) | 16-28 lbs |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 50 |
| Sheet Weight (Multipurpose Tray) | 16-43 lbs. (bond) |
| Sheet Weight (Paper Tray) | 16-28 lbs. (bond) |
| Media Type | Plain, Glossy Paper‡, Bond, Envelopes, Labels, Recycled Paper, Colored Paper, Letterhead |
| Paper Handling Size Multi Purpose Tray | Envelope, Custom Sizes (3.0-8.5" (w), 5.0-14” (l)), Envelope (Com-10), Envelope (C5), Envelope (DL), Envelope (Monarch) |
| Paper Handling Size Paper Tray | Letter, Envelope, Custom Sizes (3.0-8.5" (w), 5.0-14” (l)), Legal, Executive, A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Folio (8" x 13") |
| Recommended Paper Brands | Xerox Vitality Multipurpose Printer Paper 20 lb., Avery Laser Label #5160, Hammermill Laser Paper 24 lb., NewPage Futura Laser Gloss 80 lb. Text/32 lb. Bond |
Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Machine Noise Ready Printing | 35 dB / 49 dB |
| Power Consumption Power Off Deep Sleep Sleep Ready Printing | 0.03W / 0.53W / 8.4 W / 60 W / 600W |
| EPA ENERGY STAR TEC Value | 0.43 |
| ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes |
| EPEAT Registered | Gold |
| Power Source | 110-120 V AC 50 / 60 Hz |
| Operating Environment Humidity | 35-85% |
| Operating Environment Temperature | 50-90.5°F |
Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Black Print Speed | 33 |
| Color Print Speed | 33 |
| Emulation | BR-Script3‡, PDF Version 2.0, PCL6 |
| First Page Out Time | 9.9 |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes |
| Email Print Function | Yes |
| Print Resolution | 2400 x 600 dpi class |
| Cloud Services Print | OneNote, Google Drive™/Google Drive for Business, SharePoint Online, Box/Box for Business, Evernote®/Evernote Business, OneDrive/OneDrive for Business, Dropbox/Dropbox for Business |
| CPU Speed | 1200 |
| Consumable Type | 4 Toner Cartridges and Drum |
| Copy Resolution | 1200 x 600 dpi |
| Printer Driver Compatibility | Windows, macOS®, Linux |
Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Scan Drivers Included | TWAIN, WIA, SANE |
| Duplex Scanning | Yes |
| Advanced Scanning Features | Multi-page to single-page, Base Color Removal, Scan Profiles (up to 25), 2 to 1 Scan, Scan Preview, File Split, ADF Auto Deskew, Blank Page Skip |
| Scan File Formats | Microsoft Office Excel (XLSX), PDF Single page/Multi-page (Secure PDF, Searchable PDF, Signed PDF, PDF/A, High Compression PDF), Windows Bitmap (BMP), Microsoft Office Word (DOCX), HTML 3.2/4.0 (HTM), JPEG (JPG), XML Paper Specification (XPS), Portable Network Graphics (PNG), Microsoft Office PowerPoint (PPTX), RTF Word 2000/WordPad (RTF), TIFF Single-page/Multi-page (TIF), Text (TXT) |
| Duplex Scan Speeds | 104ipm / 72ipm |
| Included Software | Brother iPrint&Scan (desktop) for Windows and Mac®, Brother Mobile Connect for iOS and Android™ |
| Interpolated Scan Resolution | 19200 x 19200 dpi |
| Mobile Device Scanning | Brother Mobile Connect, Brother iPrint&Scan |
| Scan Driver OS Compatibility | Windows, Mac OS®, Linux |
| Scanning Capability | B/W and Color |
| Simplex Scan Speeds Black Color | 52ipm / 36ipm |
Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Black Copy Speed | 33 |
| Color Copy Speed | 33 |
| Duplex Copying | Yes |
| Sorting Function | Yes |
| Standalone Copying | Yes |
| Design Style | Flatbed |
| N-in-1 Functions | 2in1 / 4in1 |
| Poster Function | No |
| Reduction Enlargement | 25%-400% |
| Copy Capability | BW;Color |
Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Fax Modem Speed | 33.6K bps |
| Duplex Faxing | Yes |
| Fax Page Memory | 500 |
| Total Auto Dial Locations | 300 |
| Broadcasting | 350 |
| PC Fax Capability | Yes |
| Activity Report / Journal Report | Yes |
| Internet Fax | Yes |
| Quick Scan Memory Transmission | 1.82 |
| Auto Fax Receive Date Time Header | Yes |
| Call Waiting Caller ID Distinctive Ring Ready | No/No/Yes |
| Document Memory Backup | Yes |
| External TAD Interface | Yes |
| Fax Telephone Switch | Yes |
Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Media Type | Plain, Glossy Paper‡, Bond, Envelopes, Labels, Recycled Paper, Colored Paper, Letterhead |
Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Security Functions | Secure Boot, OAuth (SMTP, POP3, IMAP4), SNMPv3, Firmware Encryption, Password Intelligence, Integrated NFC Card Reader, External Card Reader Compatibility, IP Filter, Active Directory (LDAP), Enterprise Security (802.1x), Store Print Log to Network, Secure BIOS, TLS/SSL, Syslog Reporting, IPSec, LDAP, Setting Lock, Active Directory, Secure Function Lock, Secure Print |
| Wireless Network Security | WPA2-PSK (TKIP/AES), WEP 64/128 bit, WPA3-SAE (AES), WPA/PSK (TKIP/AES) |
| Security Protocols (Wireless) | OAUTHWIRELESS, SSLTLSIPPHTTPSMTPFTPPOP3IMAP4, SMTP-AUTH, APOP, 8021xwithoutleap, Kerberos, SNMP v3, IPSec |
| Security Protocols (Wired) | OAuth (SMTP, POP3, IMAP4), SSL/TLS (IPP, HTTP, SMTP, FTP, POP3, IMAP4), SMTP-AUTH, APOP, 802.1x (EAP-MD5, EAP-FAST, PEAP, EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS), Kerberos, SNMP v3, IPSec |
Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Carton Contents | Brother MFC-L8970CDW, TN635XLBK Black Toner Cartridge (5,500 pages‡), TN635XLC/M/Y Cyan, Magenta, Yellow Toner Cartridges (4,500 pages‡), DR635CL Drum Unit (30,000 pages‡), BU635CL Belt Unit (50,000 pages‡), WT229CL Waste Toner Box (50,000 pages‡), AC Power Cord, Quick Setup Guide, Telephone Line Cord |
| Warranty | 1 Year Limited |
| Included Toner Yield / Replacement Toner Yield‡ | Approximate toner cartridge yield in accordance with ISO/IEC 19798 (letter/A4). Replacement toner cartridges require additional purchase. |
| Black Print Speed‡ (max. ppm) / Color Print Speed‡ (max. ppm) | Based on one-sided printing. Change from default setting required. |
| Scan Speeds (maximum)‡ | Color and monochrome scan speed in accordance with ISO/IEC 17991 with all advanced features turned off, using letter-sized paper at 200/300dpi. |
| Cloud Services‡ | Requires an Internet connection and an account with desired service. |
| Brother Cloud Apps‡ | Requires an Internet connection. |
| Output Paper Capacity (sheets) / Standard Input Paper Capacity (sheets)‡ / Automatic Document Feeder Capacity (max. pages)‡ / Multi-purpose Tray Capacity (sheets)‡ | Maximum capacity based on using 20 lb. paper. |
| Mobile Device Compatibility‡ | May require free download. Compatibility may vary by device and operating system. May require connection to a wireless network. |
| Carton Contents‡ | Toner: Approximate toner cartridge yield in accordance with ISO/IEC 19798 (letter/A4). For more information, see www.brother.com/pageyield. Drum: Approximately 30,000 pages based on 1 page per job and 50,000 pages based on 3 pages per job (letter/A4 single-sided pages). The number of pages may be affected due to a variety of factors, including but not limited to media type and media size. Waste Toner Box: Approximately 50,000 pages based on 5 pages per job (letter/A4 single-sided pages). The number of pages may be affected due to a variety of factors, including but not limited to media type and media size. Belt Unit: Approximately 50,000 pages based on 1 page per job and 100,000 pages based on 3 pages per job (letter/A4 single-sided pages). The number of pages may be affected due to a variety of factors, including but not limited to media type and media size. |
| Emulation(s)‡ | BR-Script3 is PostScript®3™ compatible. |
| First Page Out Time‡ (max. sec.) | From ready mode and standard tray. |
| Maximum Monthly Duty Cycle‡ | Maximum number of printed pages per month and can be used to compare designed durability between like Brother products. For maximum printer life, it is best to choose a printer with a duty cycle that far exceeds your print requirements. |
| Recommended Monthly Print Volume‡ | The recommended range of monthly printed pages to achieve the best possible performance and printer life. Printers are intended to handle occasional usage beyond this range with little or no effect. Consistently printing above the recommended print volume, however, may adversely affect the print quality or life of the machine. It is always best to choose a printer with an appropriate recommended print volume to allow for any anticipated increase in printing needs. |
| Optional Paper Trays (capacity)‡ | Maximum capacity based on using 20 lb. paper. Additional purchase required. |
| USB Host Location(s)‡ | PDF version 2.0, JPEG, TIFF (scanned by Brother model), PRN-GDI (created by own printer driver), PRN-PS (created by own printer driver). |
| Wireless Network Security‡ | Wi-Fi Direct supports WPA2-PSK (AES) only. |
| Sheet Weight - Paper Tray / Multi-Purpose Tray (Min/Max)‡ | Print speed may vary depending on size/type of paper used and paper source. |
| Images‡ | Images are for illustrative purposes only. |
| "Scan To" Feature‡ | Network Folder (CIFS) is for Windows only. Cloud services require an Internet connection and an account with the desired service. Scan to mobile devices requires a connection to a wireless network. |
| Interpolated Scan Resolution‡ (max. dpi) | Windows only. |
| PC Fax Capability (send/receive)‡ | Black/White only. PC Fax Receive not supported for macOS. |
| Fax Page Memory (max. pages)‡ | Using ITU-T Test Chart #1 with JBIG coding and standard resolution. |
| Brother Mobile Connect‡ / Mobile Device Compatibility‡ | Requires connection to a wireless network. Brother Mobile Connect free app download is not available in all countries. AirPrint is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. Mopria™ is a registered trademark or service mark of Mopria Alliance, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Unauthorized use is strictly prohibited. Wi-Fi Direct is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance®. |
| Operating Systems Compatibility‡ / Printer Driver Compatibility‡ | For the latest OS compatibility and to download drivers, visit support.brother.com. Printing or scanning via macOS requires the use of AirPrint. Mac drivers are not provided. For Windows Server: USB connection supports printing and scanning, network connections support printing only. |
| Included Software‡ | Additional download required. Software application compatibility may vary based on operating system. App availability may vary based on country. |