Brother MFC-J4720N – Driver Download, Setup and User Guide

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Detailed Guide to Setting Up the Brother MFC-J4720N

Unboxing and Assembly

  1. Unpack the printer from the box and remove all protective packaging.
  2. Locate the ink cartridges and remove them from their packaging.
  3. Open the front cover of the printer and insert the ink cartridges into the designated slots.
  4. Close the front cover.
  5. Remove the paper tray from its packaging and unfold it.
  6. Insert the paper tray into the bottom of the printer and slide it until it clicks into place.
  7. Connect the power cord to the printer and a power outlet.

Network Connection

Using a Wired Connection:

  1. Connect an Ethernet cable from the LAN port on the printer to a LAN port on your router or modem.
  2. The printer will automatically obtain an IP address from your network.

Using a Wireless Connection:

  1. Press the Menu button on the printer.
  2. Use the arrow keys to navigate to Network and press OK.
  3. Select Wireless LAN Setup and press OK.
  4. Select Auto to have the printer search for available networks.
  5. Highlight your network SSID and press OK.
  6. Enter your network password and press OK.
  7. Press OK to confirm the connection.

Driver Installation

  1. Insert the included CD-ROM into your computer.
  2. If the installation wizard does not launch automatically, navigate to the CD-ROM drive and double-click on the setup file.
  3. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the driver installation.
  4. Connect the printer to your computer using a USB cable if prompted.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Printing Issues:

  • No printing: Ensure that the printer is powered on, connected to a power outlet, and has ink cartridges installed. Check if the USB or Ethernet cable is securely connected.
  • Smudged or faint printing: Clean the print heads by following the instructions in the user manual. Replace the ink cartridges if they are low or empty.
  • Paper jams: Carefully remove jammed paper from the paper tray or the printer’s interior. Ensure that the paper is loaded correctly and the paper tray is not overfilled.

Scanning Issues:

  • Scanner not detected: Ensure that the printer is connected to your computer via USB or the network. Uninstall and reinstall the printer drivers.
  • Blurry or distorted scans: Clean the scanner glass using a soft, lint-free cloth. Check if the document is properly placed on the scanner bed.

Network Issues:

  • Cannot connect to the wireless network: Reset the printer’s wireless settings (see user manual for instructions). Ensure that the network password is correct.
  • Slow or intermittent printing over the network: Check the network connection and ensure that there is no interference from other devices. Update the printer’s firmware to the latest version.

Other Issues:

  • Error messages: Refer to the user manual or Brother support website for specific error codes and solutions.
  • Paper size not recognized: Ensure that the paper size selected in the printer settings matches the paper size loaded in the paper tray.
  • Low ink levels: Replace low or empty ink cartridges with genuine Brother ink cartridges.

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