HL-3180CDW

FAQs & Troubleshooting

FAQs & Troubleshooting

Out of Memory

There are some cases when the machine's display shows the message Out of Memory. Follow the solution suitable for your case.


NOTE: Available functions differ depending on the models.


  • Case 1: If a secure print operation (printing the secure data) is in process:
    Press Cancel(Cancel) and delete the previously stored secure print data.

  • Case 2: If a print operation is in process:
    Do one of the following:
    • Reduce the print resolution.
    • Clear the faxes from the memory. Print the faxes that are stored in the memory to restore the memory to 100%. Then turn off Fax Storage to avoid storing more faxes in the memory.

  • Case 3: If a fax sending or copy operation is in progress:
    Do one of the following:
    • Press Send Now, Partial Print or Quit to send or copy the scanned pages.
    • Press Cancel(Cancel) and wait until the other operations in progress finish, and then try again.
    • Clear the faxes from the memory. Print the faxes that are stored in the memory to restore the memory to 100%. Then turn off Fax Storage to avoid storing more faxes in the memory.

If your question was not answered, have you checked other FAQs?

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If you need further assistance, please contact Brother customer service:

Related Models

HL-3180CDW, MFC-9130CW, MFC-9330CDW, MFC-9340CDW

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