Brother MFC-9140CDN – Driver Download, Setup and User Guide

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Step-by-Step Guide to Setting Up the Brother MFC-9140CDN

Unboxing and Setup

  1. Remove the machine from the packaging and place it on a stable surface.
  2. Remove all protective materials and insert the toner cartridges into their designated slots.
  3. Connect the power cable to the machine and a power outlet.
  4. Install the ink cartridges by opening the top cover and inserting them into the appropriate slots.
  5. Close the top cover.

Network Setup

  1. Open the “Network Settings” menu on the machine’s display.
  2. Select the network connection type (Wired or Wireless).

Wired:

  • Connect a network cable from the LAN port on the machine to a router or network switch.
  • The machine will automatically obtain an IP address.

Wireless:

  • Select the Wireless LAN menu.
  • Search for available networks and select your network name.
  • Enter the network password.
  • The machine will connect to the network.

Computer Setup

Windows:

  1. Download the Brother MFC-9140CDN driver and software from the Brother website.
  2. Run the installation file and follow the on-screen instructions.
  3. Connect the machine to your computer using a USB cable.
  4. The computer will detect the machine and install the necessary drivers.

macOS:

  1. Connect the machine to your computer using a USB cable.
  2. Open the System Preferences menu.
  3. Select “Printers & Scanners”.
  4. Click the “+” button and select the Brother MFC-9140CDN.
  5. Install the software and drivers provided by Apple.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Printing Issues:

  • Printer not printing: Check if the machine is turned on, connected to a power outlet, and not in an error state.
  • Blank pages printing: Ensure the toner cartridges are properly installed and not empty.
  • Streaky or faded prints: Replace the toner cartridges or clean the imaging drum.

Scanning Issues:

  • Scanner not scanning: Check if the scanner lid is properly closed.
  • Scanned images are blurry: Adjust the scanner resolution or clean the scanner glass.

Network Issues:

  • Machine not connecting to the network: Restart the machine and router. Verify the network settings on the machine.
  • Cannot access the machine over the network: Check if the firewall is blocking connections to the machine.

Other Issues:

  • Paper jams: Remove the paper tray and clear any jammed paper.
  • Ink smudges: Clean the paper path and the print heads.
  • Machine not responding: Restart the machine by unplugging it and plugging it back in. If the issue persists, contact Brother support.

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