DCP-7040

FAQs & Troubleshooting

What is the recommended paper?

To get the best print quality, we suggest using the following paper.

Recommended paper:

Paper Type	Europe	USA
Plain paper	Xerox Premier 80 g/m² Xerox Business 80 g/m²	Xerox 4200DP 20 lb Hammermill Laser Print Paper (24 lb=90 g/m²)
Recycled paper	Xerox Recycled Supreme 80 g/m²	No specific brand recommended
Transparency	3M CG3300	3M CG3300
Labels	Avery laser label L7163	Avery laser labels white #5160
Envelope	Antalis River series (DL)	No specific brand recommended

Before you buy a lot of paper, test a small quantity to make sure that the paper is suitable.
Use paper made for plain paper copying.
Use paper that is 20 to 24 lb (75 to 90 g/m²).
Use labels and transparencies which are designed for use in laser machines.
Do not put different types of paper in the paper tray at the same time because it may cause paper jams or misfeeds.
For proper printing, you must choose the same paper size from your software application as the paper in the tray.
Avoid touching the printed surface of the paper immediately after printing.
When you use transparencies remove each sheet immediately to prevent smudging or paper jams.
Use long grain paper with a neutral Ph value, and a moisture content of approx. 5%.
DO NOT load envelopes, labels or bond paper into the paper tray. It may cause paper jams.
DO NOT use ink jet paper because it may cause a paper jam or damage your machine.

Recommended paper specifications:
The following paper specifications are suitable for your machine.

For more information on the types of paper that can be used with your Brother product, please refer to the User's Guide for your machine.

DCP-7030, DCP-7040, MFC-7340, MFC-7450, MFC-7840N

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