How to Connect Brother Printer to WiFi?

Are you looking for ways to Connect Brother Printer to WiFi? Well, you have come to the right place. For Brother printer users, we have prepared a complete guide with various wireless connection methods. You can simply seek the one that is compatible with your device or choose it at your convenience. 
 

You can even try these methods if your printer doesn’t connect to WiFi. A tech innovation can change your life around. However, it may lead to the worst-case scenario if held incorrectly. Also, you may end up buying a new set of a device if the damage can’t be controlled. So, before reaching that stage, get the methods below. 

Perform the following cableless connection methods:

• WPS (WiFi Protected Setup)
• Wireless Direct Method
• Infrastructure Mode
• Ad-hoc Mode

Below are the details given for these methods. You will need to follow them accordingly. 

How to Set Up Wireless Network on Brother Printer Via WPS?

If you have a wireless access point that supports WPS, you can set up the printer without a PC.  These steps will tell you how to connect a Brother printer to a wireless network using WPS.

• First, check the WPS button on your router.
• Then, set the router and Brother printer within the range.
• Depending on the environment, the range may differ.
• You can check the instructions that came with the cableless package.
• Next, tap the WPS button on the router.
• Now, you need to tap and hold the WiFi button on the printer.
• Hold the button for at least five seconds.
• The wireless indicator on the printer will blink (Blue) each second.

When the connection is secured, the WiFi LED will be lit in Blue. Now, your mobile devices and Computers will have access to the same network as the printing device.

How to Activate Wireless Direct Setup on Brother Printer?

The Wireless Direct method allows you to connect Brother printer to Windows PC or Mac. You will not even need to use a router or access point, as your printer will be the host. Below are the steps to do so. 

• First, check the Wireless Direct settings of your printer.
• Now, you must use a Windows PC or Mac to ensure the settings.
• For Windows PC:
      a. Connect your printing device and Computer via a USB cable.
      b. Start the Printer Setting Tool on your PC.
      c. Tap the Communication Settings button.
      d. Ensure the Wireless Direct connection is set for Selected Interface.
• For Mac Users: 
      a. Connect your printer and PC using a USB cord.
      b. Activate the Printer Settings Tool on a PC.
      c. Confirm that Wireless Direct is set to ON.
• Then, you need to tap and hold the Wi-Fi button on the Brother printer.
• Now, the printer will flash the Blue LED every three seconds.
• Use your commanding device to choose the SSID.

Once the connection is stable, it will flash the WiFi LED in Blue. You have completed the Brother Printer Setup via the Wireless Direct method.

How to Connect WiFi to Brother Printer Using Infrastructure Mode?

Using the Infrastructure mode, you can connect your Brother printer to PC or WiFi. Here, you will learn to use this mode and set up your Brother printer on a wireless network as well.

• Before you start, you must set up the WiFi settings.
      a. Then, connect the router to the printer.
      b. Now, your mobile devices and PCs can connect to the printer.
• Then, connect the Brother printer to the WiFi access point.
• Next, use a USB cord to connect the Computer and printer.
• After that, tap and hold the WiFi button on the printer for one second.
• Now, the WiFi feature will be activated.
• In the next step, set up the Infrastructure mode on your printing device.
• For Windows PC:
      a. Open the Printer Setting Tool on your PC.
      b. Tap the Communication Settings button.
      c. Choose Wireless LAN in the General tab.
      d. Choose Infrastructure for Communication Mode.
  • For Mac PC: 
        a. Run the Wireless Device Setup Wizard.
        b. Follow the prompts on your screen.
        c. Go to the Downloads page and download the package.
        d. Double-tap the downloaded file and complete the installation.
• Now, provide the SSID or tap Search and choose an SSID from the list.
• After that, type the password in the Passphrase box.
• Lastly, you will need to click the Apply button.

After completing the connection between the WiFi access and Brother printer, the indicator will flash in Blue. PC and mobile devices will now share the same network as your printing device. 

How to Setup Wireless Brother Printer to PC Via Ad-hoc Method?

You can set up a wireless Brother printer to PC using the Ad-hoc mode. The following steps will help you to do so. 

Press the WiFi button and hold it for one second.

• Then, turn on the wireless function on your printer.
• After that, the WiFi indicator will start blinking in Blue.
• Use your Windows PC or Mac to set up the Ad-hoc mode.
• For Windows PC:
      a. Connect your printer and PC using the USB.
      b. Run the Printer Setting Tool, and tap Communication Settings.
      c. Choose Wireless LAN in General Tab.
• For Mac PC:
      a. Run the Wireless Device Setup Wizard.
      b. Follow the prompts on your screen.
      c. From the Downloads page, get the driver.
      d. Double-tap the file and finalize the installation.

Use the PC or mobile device to choose an SSID on your printing device. Enter the security key on the printing setting tool if you have provided one. After the connection is complete, the indicator will blink in Blue.

How to Manually Set Up WiFi Connection on Brother Printer?

You can connect your Brother printer to a wireless network via a manual method. You will need to access the printer directly and set the network up. Here are the steps.

• In the first step, turn the device on.
• Then, go to the Control Panel on your printer.
• After that, you need to tap the Menu button.
• Now, choose the Network option and click OK.
• In the next step, choose WLAN and tap OK.
• Thereafter, select Setup Wizard and tap on OK.
• When you access WLAN Enable, choose ON.

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• Now, choose a network from the manual.
• The device will ask if you want to access the WPS.
• Select the NO button and provide the network password.
• Download & install the Brother printer software.
• Follow the prompts to complete the settings.  

The above steps will help you connect Brother printer to WiFi network using the manual method. Now, if your Brother won’t print or connect, reset the settings using any of the above methods.