Brother include a comprehensive Brothers printers support center website with most printers’ software downloads. You will need your printer’s model number before you start. Search Brothers Printers Support to find the exact model. The site has instructions specifically for printers. It will first ask if you need Windows or Macintosh software. Select the appropriate option.
The software usually downloads to your computer’s “Downloads” folder, and you need to open it and proceed to the “Printers” folder. The setup will take you to the next step; just know the “Printers” folder is in the Control Panel on your system’s hard drive. If the software doesn’t make it there, the computer and printer may have trouble finding each other.
Through the different setups available on Brothers printers support, choose the right operating system. Most people prefer the complete package set up so they can run all the parts and features of your Brother printer, though you can select a custom setting. Read and then agree to the User Agreement when prompted to continue via setup.
Configure the Printer in Your Network
Installing the software is only one step. Most printers these days are on wireless networks, working with multiple computers or devices that don’t plug into the printer, and the printer isn’t always hard-wired into a wireless router. Configuring the Brother printer to the network via Brothers printers support is necessary for proper working.
Gather wireless network information, including network names and passwords. Sometimes, passwords are referred to as network keys or encryption keys. A sticker is located at the base of the wireless router. You need a USB cable for installation.
Connect your Brother printer to power but do not connect the USB cable yet. Switch on your computer if it is not already on. You should have already installed the printer software. Open the printer network software and choose the Configure option, selecting “Brother Peer-to-Peer Network.” Connect the USB cable to your computer and printer. The prompt will ask to change firewall settings and possibly adjust the antivirus program. These changes are needed to give your printer access to the network. Select “Wireless Setup” to ensure your printer works over a network instead of a USB hard wire. Software setup should identify your network, select it and follow the rest of the setup prompts. Unplug the USB cable and test your setup.