Connecting a Brother printer to Wi-Fi involves several steps. Here's a detailed guide:
### 1. Prepare Your Network Information
Ensure you have the following information about your wireless network:
- **SSID (Network Name)**
- **Network Password (Security Key/Passphrase)**
### 2. Power On the Printer
Turn on your Brother printer and ensure it is within the range of your Wi-Fi network.
### 3. Use the Printer's Control Panel
Depending on your Brother printer model, the steps might slightly differ. Here is a general approach:
#### For Models with a Touchscreen:
1. **Press the "Menu" button** on the printer.
2. Navigate to **"Network"** and then select **"WLAN"**.
3. Choose **"Setup Wizard"**. The printer will search for available networks.
4. When your SSID appears, select it.
5. Enter your network password using the touchscreen.
6. Confirm the settings. The printer will attempt to connect to your Wi-Fi network.
7. Once connected, the printer will display a confirmation message.
#### For Models without a Touchscreen:
1. **Press the "Menu" button**.
2. Use the arrow keys to navigate to **"Network"** and press "OK".
3. Navigate to **"WLAN"** and press "OK".
4. Select **"Setup Wizard"** and press "OK".
5. When your SSID appears, use the arrow keys to select it and press "OK".
6. Enter your network password using the arrow keys to select each character and press "OK".
7. Confirm the settings. The printer will attempt to connect to your Wi-Fi network.
8. Once connected, the printer will display a confirmation message.
### 4. Install the Printer Driver
Ensure you have the latest printer driver installed on your computer. You can download it from the Brother support website:
1. Go to the [Brother Support Page](https://www.brother-usa.com/support).
2. Enter your printer model number.
3. Download and install the driver compatible with your operating system.
### 5. Add the Printer to Your Computer
After the printer is connected to the Wi-Fi and the driver is installed, you need to add the printer to your computer:
#### For Windows:
1. Go to **"Settings"** > **"Devices"** > **"Printers & scanners"**.
2. Click **"Add a printer or scanner"**.
3. Select your Brother printer from the list and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
#### For Mac:
1. Go to **"System Preferences"** > **"Printers & Scanners"**.
2. Click the **"+"** button to add a printer.
3. Select your Brother printer from the list and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
### Troubleshooting Tips
- Ensure your router is working and other devices are connected to the Wi-Fi.
- Make sure the printer and router are within range.
- Restart your printer and router if necessary.
- Double-check the SSID and password you entered.
Following these steps should help you connect your Brother printer to Wi-Fi successfully. If you encounter issues, refer to your printer's user manual or the Brother support website for model-specific instructions.
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