Brother MFC-J745DW – Driver Download, Setup and User Guide

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Brother MFC-J745DW Setup Guide

Setup Instructions

1. Unpack and Assemble

  • Unpack the printer and remove all packaging materials.
  • Insert the ink cartridges into the printer.
  • Attach the paper tray to the bottom of the printer.

2. Connect to Power

  • Plug the power cord into an outlet.
  • Power on the printer by pressing the power button.

3. Setup Wizard

  • When the printer is turned on, the setup wizard will start.
  • Follow the on-screen instructions to select your language, region, and network settings.

4. Connect to Wireless Network

  • Select the “Wireless LAN” option in the setup wizard.
  • Choose your Wi-Fi network and enter the password.
  • The printer will connect to the network.

5. Install Software

  • Insert the included CD-ROM into your computer.
  • Run the installation program and follow the instructions.
  • Do not connect the printer to your computer via USB yet.

6. Complete Setup

  • Once the software is installed, connect the printer to your computer via a USB cable.
  • The printer is now ready to use.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

1. Printer Not Connecting to Wi-Fi

  • Ensure that the printer is within range of your Wi-Fi router.
  • Restart both the printer and router.
  • Check that you entered the correct Wi-Fi password.

2. Printer Not Printing

  • Make sure that the printer has paper loaded.
  • Check that the ink cartridges have enough ink.
  • Restart the printer and try again.

3. Printer Not Detected by Computer

  • Ensure that the USB cable is securely connected to both the printer and computer.
  • Try using a different USB cable.
  • Restart both the printer and computer.

4. Print Quality Issues

  • Check if the ink cartridges are installed correctly.
  • Clean the print heads by following the instructions in the user manual.
  • Adjust the print quality settings in the printer driver.

5. Paper Jams

  • Gently remove any jammed paper from the paper tray or inside the printer.
  • Reset the paper tray and try printing again.
  • If the paper jam persists, contact Brother Support.

Advanced Settings

1. AirPrint and Google Cloud Print

  • Enable AirPrint on your iPhone or iPad under Settings > AirPrint.
  • Enable Google Cloud Print on your Google account by going to cloud.google.com/cloudprint.
  • Add the printer to your Apple or Google account by following the on-screen instructions.

2. Duplex Printing

  • To enable duplex printing, go to the printer preferences in the print driver.
  • Under “Layout,” select “Duplex.”
  • Choose the desired binding option.

3. Scanning

  • To scan documents, load them into the document feeder or place them on the glass platen.
  • Open the Brother ControlCenter software on your computer.
  • Click on “Scan” and select the desired scan settings.

4. Faxing

  • To fax documents, load them into the document feeder or place them on the glass platen.
  • Dial the fax number on the printer’s keypad.
  • Press the “Start” button to send the fax.

Contact Brother Support

If you encounter any issues that you cannot resolve using the troubleshooting steps provided, please contact Brother Support at 1-877-BROTHER (1-877-276-8437).

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