How to Add Brother Printer Wireless
Adding a Brother printer to your wireless network can be a straightforward process, providing you with the convenience of printing from various devices without the need for physical connections. Whether you’re setting up a new printer or trying to connect an existing one to your Wi-Fi network, follow these steps to add your Brother printer wirelessly.
Step 1: Ensure Your Printer is Ready
Before you begin, make sure that your Brother printer is turned on and connected to a power source. Check that the printer’s Wi-Fi function is enabled and that the printer has sufficient ink or toner. If you’re using a new printer, make sure it’s fully unpacked and the necessary software is installed on your computer.
Step 2: Access the Printer’s Control Panel
Locate the control panel on your Brother printer. This is usually a series of buttons and a display screen that allows you to navigate through the printer’s settings. Press the “Menu” button to access the printer’s menu options.
Step 3: Navigate to Network Settings
Using the arrow buttons on the control panel, navigate to the “Network” or “Wireless LAN” section. This may be labeled differently depending on the model of your printer. Once you’ve selected the correct section, press “OK” to proceed.
Step 4: Enable Wi-Fi
Within the Network settings, look for an option to enable Wi-Fi. This might be labeled “Wireless LAN Setup” or something similar. Select this option and follow the on-screen instructions to turn on the Wi-Fi feature.
Step 5: Connect to Your Wi-Fi Network
After enabling Wi-Fi, your printer will search for available wireless networks. Once the list of networks appears on the printer’s display, select your home or office Wi-Fi network from the list. You may need to enter the Wi-Fi password to connect to the network.
Step 6: Install Printer Drivers
If you haven’t already installed the printer drivers on your computer, do so now. You can usually find the drivers on a CD that came with the printer or by downloading them from the Brother website. Follow the installation instructions provided by the software to complete the process.
Step 7: Add Printer to Computer
Open the “Devices and Printers” section in the Control Panel on your computer. Click on “Add a Printer” and follow the prompts to add your Brother printer wirelessly. If prompted, select the printer model from the list and choose the wireless option when setting up the printer.
Step 8: Test the Connection
Once the printer is added to your computer, try printing a test page to ensure that the connection is working correctly. If the test page prints successfully, you’ve successfully added your Brother printer wirelessly.
By following these steps, you can easily add your Brother printer to your wireless network and enjoy the convenience of printing from any connected device.
