Brother MFC-J885DW – Driver Download, Setup and User Guide

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Detailed Guide to Setting Up the Brother MFC-J885DW

Step 1: Unboxing and Assembly

  • Unbox the printer and remove all packaging materials.
  • Remove the orange protective tape from the ink cartridges.
  • Install the ink cartridges into their designated slots.
  • Connect the power cable and turn on the printer.

Step 2: Initial Setup

  • When prompted, select your desired language and country.
  • Connect the printer to a wireless network:
    • Press the “Wireless” button on the printer’s control panel.
    • Select “Wi-Fi Setup Wizard” and follow the on-screen prompts.
    • Enter your network password when prompted.
    • The printer will automatically connect to your network.

Step 3: Installing Drivers

  • Insert the included CD-ROM into your computer’s optical drive.
  • Follow the on-screen instructions to install the printer drivers.
  • If using a Mac, you may need to download the drivers from Brother’s website.

Step 4: Printing a Test Page

  • From your computer, open a document and select “Print.”
  • Choose “Brother MFC-J885DW” as the printer.
  • Click “Properties” to adjust any necessary print settings.
  • Click “Print” to print a test page.
  • Verify that the test page prints correctly.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Cannot connect to Wi-Fi:

  • Check that your network password is correct.
  • Ensure that your router is broadcasting an SSID (network name).
  • Try turning the printer and router off and then back on.

Print quality is poor:

  • Clean the print head nozzles using the printer’s maintenance menu.
  • Replace any empty or low-quality ink cartridges.
  • Check the paper quality and make sure it is compatible with the printer.

Error messages:

  • “Paper Jam”: Clear any jammed paper from the printer.
  • “Ink Cartridge Error”: Replace the faulty ink cartridge.
  • “Scan to Computer”: Ensure the printer and computer are connected to the same network.

Additional Features

Scanning:

  • Place the document on the scanner bed.
  • Press the “Scan” button on the printer’s control panel.
  • Select “Scan to Computer” and follow the on-screen prompts.

Faxing:

  • Connect a phone line to the “Line In” port on the printer.
  • Enter the recipient’s fax number using the printer’s keypad.
  • Press the “Start” button to send the fax.

Wireless Printing from Mobile Devices:

  • Download the Brother Mobile Connect app on your mobile device.
  • Follow the app’s instructions to connect your device to the printer.
  • You can now print documents directly from your mobile device.

Download Brother MFC-J885DW Driver

Ensure your device is fully compatible with the latest drivers for the Brother MFC-J885DW. Downloading and installing the correct driver software is essential for optimal functionality and performance.

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