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DCP-L5500DN
DCP-L5600DN
DCP-L5650DN
MFC-L5700DW
MFC-L5705DW
MFC-L5800DW
MFC-L5850DW
MFC-L5900DW
MFC-L6700DW
MFC-L6800DW
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  • Page 1 Online User's Guide DCP-L5500DN DCP-L5600DN DCP-L5650DN MFC-L5700DW MFC-L5705DW MFC-L5800DW MFC-L5850DW MFC-L5900DW MFC-L6700DW MFC-L6800DW © 2019 Brother Industries, Ltd. All rights reserved.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Settings Screen Overview..........................17 Setting the Home Screen ..........................19 Access Brother Utilities (Windows) ......................20 Uninstall the Brother Software and Drivers (Windows) ..............22 Paper Handling............................ 23 Load Paper..............................24 Load and Print Using the Paper Tray ....................25 Load and Print Using the Multi‑purpose Tray (MP Tray) ..............
  • Page 3 Cancel a Print Job............................90 Test Print ..............................91 Scan..............................92 Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine ................93 Scan Photos and Graphics......................... 94 Save Scanned Data to a Folder as a PDF File .................. 96 Save Scanned Data to a USB Flash Drive..................98 Scan to an Editable Text File (OCR) ....................
  • Page 4 Network .............................. 332 Get Started..............................333 Supported Basic Network Features....................334 Network Management Software and Utilities ..................... 335 Learn about Network Management Software and Utilities ............... 336 Additional Methods of Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless Network ........337...
  • Page 5 Print the Network Configuration Report.................... 366 Configure Your Mail Server Settings Using Web Based Management..........367 Configure the Brother Machine for Email or Internet Fax (I-Fax) ............. 370 I-Fax Options ............................ 385 Use the Send Fax to Server Feature....................390 Print the WLAN Report........................
  • Page 6 Where Can I Find My Brother Machine's Network Settings? ............563 I Cannot Complete the Wireless Network Setup Configuration............564 My Brother Machine Cannot Print, Scan, or PC-FAX Receive over the Network......566 I Want to Check that My Network Devices are Working Correctly ........... 568 Other Problems ............................
  • Page 7 Change Machine Settings Using Web Based Management ............663 Change the Machine Settings Using Remote Setup ................ 668 Appendix............................680 Specifications ............................. 681 How to Enter Text on Your Brother Machine ....................691 Supplies ..............................692 Accessories..............................694 Brother Help and Customer Support......................695...
  • Page 8: Before You Use Your Brother Machine

    Home > Before You Use Your Brother Machine Before You Use Your Brother Machine • Applicable Models • Definitions of Notes • Notice - Disclaimer of Warranties (USA and Canada) • Trademarks • Important Note...
  • Page 9: Applicable Models

    Home > Before You Use Your Brother Machine > Applicable Models Applicable Models This User's Guide applies to the following models: DCP-L5500DN/DCP-L5600DN/DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/ MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Related Information • Before You Use Your Brother Machine...
  • Page 10: Definitions Of Notes

    Home > Before You Use Your Brother Machine > Definitions of Notes Definitions of Notes We use the following symbols and conventions throughout this User's Guide: WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could WARNING result in death or serious injuries.
  • Page 11: Notice - Disclaimer Of Warranties (Usa And Canada)

    BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, LOSS OF BUSINESS INFORMATION, AND THE LIKE) ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE SOFTWARE EVEN IF BROTHER’S LICENSOR HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. BECAUSE SOME STATES IN THE USA AND SOME PROVINCES IN CANADA DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
  • Page 12: Trademarks

    Each company whose software title is mentioned in this manual has a Software License Agreement specific to its proprietary programs. Any trade names and product names of companies appearing on Brother products, related documents and any other materials are all trademarks or registered trademarks of those respective companies.
  • Page 13: Important Note

    Home > Before You Use Your Brother Machine > Important Note Important Note • Do not use this product outside the country of purchase as it may violate the wireless telecommunication and power regulations of that country. • Not all models are available in all countries.
  • Page 14: Introduction To Your Brother Machine

    Home > Introduction to Your Brother Machine Introduction to Your Brother Machine • Before Using Your Machine • Control Panel Overview • Touchscreen LCD Overview • How to Navigate the Touchscreen LCD • Settings Screen Overview • Setting the Home Screen •...
  • Page 15: Before Using Your Machine

    If your computer is protected by a firewall and you are unable to network print, network scan, or PC-FAX, you may need to configure the firewall settings. If you are using the Windows Firewall and you installed the Brother software and drivers from the CD-ROM, the necessary firewall settings have already been set. If you are using any other personal firewall software, see the User's Guide for your software or contact the software manufacturer.
  • Page 16: Control Panel Overview

    (For infrastructure mode) When the WiFi light is on, your Brother machine is connected to a wireless access point. When the WiFi light blinks, the wireless connection is down, or your machine is in the process of connecting to a wireless access point.
  • Page 17 Related Information • Introduction to Your Brother Machine...
  • Page 18: Touchscreen Lcd Overview

    Home > Introduction to Your Brother Machine > Touchscreen LCD Overview Touchscreen LCD Overview You can select from two types of screens to set the Home screen: Function screens and Shortcuts screen. When a Function screen is displayed, swipe left or right or press d or c to display the other Function screens.
  • Page 19 Shortcuts screen Create Shortcuts for frequently-used operations, such as sending a fax, copying, scanning and using Web Connect. Eight Shortcuts tabs are available with six Shortcuts on each Shortcuts tab. A total of 48 Shortcuts are available. 1. Modes • [Fax] Press to access Fax mode.
  • Page 20 • [Web] Press to connect the Brother machine to an Internet service. For more detailed information, see the Web Connect Guide. Go to your model's Manuals page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com to download the guide. • [Apps] Press to connect the Brother machine to the Brother Apps service.
  • Page 21 Ready Mode. NOTE This product adopts the font of ARPHIC TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Related Information • Introduction to Your Brother Machine...
  • Page 22: How To Navigate The Touchscreen Lcd

    Home > Introduction to Your Brother Machine > How to Navigate the Touchscreen LCD How to Navigate the Touchscreen LCD Press your finger on the LCD to operate it. To display and access all the options, swipe left, right, up, down or press d c or a b on the LCD to scroll through them.
  • Page 23 6. Press [Med]. 7. Press Related Information • Introduction to Your Brother Machine...
  • Page 24: Settings Screen Overview

    > Settings Screen Overview Settings Screen Overview Press to view the current machine status on the LCD. Use the Settings menu to access all of your Brother machine's settings. The available features vary depending on your model. 1. Toner •...
  • Page 25 Related Information • Introduction to Your Brother Machine...
  • Page 26: Setting The Home Screen

    Home > Introduction to Your Brother Machine > Setting the Home Screen Setting the Home Screen Set the Home screen to either [Basic Functions], [More1], [More2], [Shortcuts 1], [Shortcuts 2], [Shortcuts 3], [Shortcuts 4], [Shortcuts 5], [Shortcuts 6], [Shortcuts 7] or [Shortcuts 8].
  • Page 27: Access Brother Utilities (Windows)

    Home > Introduction to Your Brother Machine > Access Brother Utilities (Windows) Access Brother Utilities (Windows) Brother Utilities is an application launcher that offers convenient access to all Brother applications installed on your computer. 1. Do one of the following: •...
  • Page 28 Related Information • Introduction to Your Brother Machine • Uninstall the Brother Software and Drivers (Windows)
  • Page 29: Uninstall The Brother Software And Drivers (Windows)

    • (Windows 8 and Windows Server 2012) Tap or click (Brother Utilities) either on the Start screen or the desktop. • (Windows 8.1 and Windows Server 2012 R2) Move your mouse to the lower left corner of the Start screen and click (if you are using a touch- based device, swipe up from the bottom of the Start screen to bring up the Apps screen).
  • Page 30: Paper Handling

    Home > Paper Handling Paper Handling • Load Paper • Paper Settings • Recommended Print Media • Load Documents • Unscannable and Unprintable Areas • Using Special Paper...
  • Page 31: Load Paper

    Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper Load Paper • Load and Print Using the Paper Tray • Load and Print Using the Multi‑purpose Tray (MP Tray)
  • Page 32: Load And Print Using The Paper Tray

    Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Load and Print Using the Paper Tray Load and Print Using the Paper Tray • Load Plain Paper, Letterhead, Colored Paper, Thin Paper and Recycled Paper in the Paper Tray • Load Thick Paper in the Paper Tray •...
  • Page 33 Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Load and Print Using the Paper Tray > Load Plain Paper, Letterhead, Colored Paper, Thin Paper and Recycled Paper in the Paper Tray Load Plain Paper, Letterhead, Colored Paper, Thin Paper and Recycled Paper in the Paper Tray •...
  • Page 34 For Legal or Folio size paper, press the release button (1) in the bottom of the paper tray or the release lever (2) in the back of the tray, and then pull out the back of the paper tray. (Legal and Folio size paper are not available in some regions.) For trays with a release button: For trays with a release lever:...
  • Page 35 • DO NOT load different sizes and types of paper in the paper tray at the same time. Doing this may cause the paper to jam or misfeed. • When you use Letterhead or Preprinted paper for 2-sided printing, change the machine's setting by completing the following step: Press [Settings] >...
  • Page 36 Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Load and Print Using the Paper Tray > Load Thick Paper in the Paper Tray Load Thick Paper in the Paper Tray • If the Check Size setting is set to On and you pull the paper tray out of the machine, a message appears on the LCD asking if you want to change the paper size and paper type.
  • Page 37 For Legal or Folio size paper, press the release button (1) in the bottom of the paper tray or the release lever (2) in the back of the tray, and then pull out the back of the paper tray. (Legal and Folio size paper are not available in some regions.) For trays with a release button: For trays with a release lever:...
  • Page 38 8. Open the paper stopper (available only for certain models). 9. Send your print job to the machine. Change your print preferences in the Print dialog box before sending the print job from your computer. 10. Close the paper stopper (available only for certain models). 11.
  • Page 39: Load And Print Using The Multi-Purpose Tray (Mp Tray)

    Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Load and Print Using the Multi‑purpose Tray (MP Tray) Load and Print Using the Multi‑purpose Tray (MP Tray) You can load up to ten envelopes, letterhead, colored paper, thin paper, thick paper, thicker paper, recycled paper, Bond paper, labels, or up to 50 sheets of plain paper in the MP tray.
  • Page 40 Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Load and Print Using the Multi‑purpose Tray (MP Tray) > Load Paper in the Multi‑purpose Tray (MP Tray) Load Paper in the Multi‑purpose Tray (MP Tray) When you load a different size and type of paper in the tray, you must change the Paper Size and Paper Type settings in the machine or on your computer, also.
  • Page 41 5. Load paper with the printing surface face up in the MP tray. When you use Letterhead or Preprinted paper, load the paper in the correct orientation as shown in the illustrations. Make sure the paper is below the maximum paper mark (1). Paper Orientation for Letterhead and Preprinted Paper For 1-sided printing •...
  • Page 42 Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Load and Print Using the Multi‑purpose Tray (MP Tray) > Load and Print Thick Paper and Labels Using the MP Tray Load and Print Thick Paper and Labels Using the MP Tray When the back cover (face up output tray) is pulled down, the machine has a straight paper path from the MP tray through to the back of the machine.
  • Page 43 5. Slide the MP tray paper guides to fit the width of the paper that you are using. If the paper guide on the right side has a lever, press it and slide the paper guide. 6. Load paper or labels in the MP tray. •...
  • Page 44 Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Load and Print Using the Multi‑purpose Tray (MP Tray) > Load and Print on Envelopes Using the MP Tray Load and Print on Envelopes Using the MP Tray You can load up to ten envelopes in the MP tray. Before loading, press the corners and sides of the envelopes to make them as flat as possible.
  • Page 45 5. Slide the MP tray paper guides to fit the width of the envelopes that you are using. If the paper guide on the right side has a lever, press it and slide the paper guide. 6. Load envelopes in the MP tray. Load up to 10 envelopes in the MP tray with the printing surface face up.
  • Page 46 8. Close the paper stopper (available only for certain models). 9. Close the back cover (the face up output tray) until it locks in the closed position. Related Information • Load and Print Using the Multi‑purpose Tray (MP Tray)
  • Page 47: Paper Settings

    Home > Paper Handling > Paper Settings Paper Settings • Change the Paper Size and Paper Type • Select the Tray to Be Used For Printing • Change the Check Paper Size Setting...
  • Page 48: Change The Paper Size And Paper Type

    Home > Paper Handling > Paper Settings > Change the Paper Size and Paper Type Change the Paper Size and Paper Type When you change the size and type of the paper you load in the tray, you must change the Paper Size and Paper Type settings on the LCD at the same time.
  • Page 49: Select The Tray To Be Used For Printing

    Home > Paper Handling > Paper Settings > Select the Tray to Be Used For Printing Select the Tray to Be Used For Printing Change the default tray the machine will use for printing copies, received faxes, and print jobs from your computer.
  • Page 50: Change The Check Paper Size Setting

    Home > Paper Handling > Paper Settings > Change the Check Paper Size Setting Change the Check Paper Size Setting When you turn on your machine's Check Size setting, the machine displays a message when you remove a paper tray or load paper using the MP tray, asking if you changed the paper size and paper type. The default setting is On.
  • Page 51: Recommended Print Media

    Home > Paper Handling > Recommended Print Media Recommended Print Media To get the best print quality, we recommend using the paper listed in the table. Paper Type Item Plain Paper Xerox 4200DP 20 lb Hammermill Laser Print (24 lb = 90 g/m Recycled Paper No specific brand recommended Labels...
  • Page 52: Load Documents

    Home > Paper Handling > Load Documents Load Documents You can send a fax, make copies and scan from the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) and from the scanner glass. • Load Documents in the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) • Load Documents on the Scanner Glass...
  • Page 53: Load Documents In The Automatic Document Feeder (Adf)

    Use the ADF when copying or scanning multiple-page, standard-sized documents. • The ADF can hold the following pages and feed each sheet individually: (DCP-L5500DN) up to 40 pages (MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW) up to 50 pages (DCP-L5600DN/DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW) up to 70 pages (MFC-L6800DW) up to 80 pages •...
  • Page 54 4. Adjust the paper guides to fit the width of your document. Related Information • Load Documents...
  • Page 55: Load Documents On The Scanner Glass

    > Load Documents on the Scanner Glass Load Documents on the Scanner Glass Use the scanner glass to fax, copy, or scan one page at a time. Document Sizes Supported • (DCP-L5500DN/MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW) Up to 11.8 in. (300 mm) Length: • (DCP-L5600DN/DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/ MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW) Up to 14 in.
  • Page 56: Unscannable And Unprintable Areas

    Home > Paper Handling > Unscannable and Unprintable Areas Unscannable and Unprintable Areas The figures in the table show maximum unscannable and unprintable areas from the edges of the most commonly-used paper sizes. These measurements may vary depending on the paper size or settings in the application you are using.
  • Page 57: Using Special Paper

    • that is designed for inkjet printing If you use any of the types of paper listed above, they may damage your machine. This damage is not covered under any Brother warranty or service agreement. Related Information • Paper Handling...
  • Page 58: Print

    Home > Print Print • Print from Your Computer (Windows) • Print from Your Computer (Mac) • Print One Page Duplicates on Different Types of Paper • Cancel a Print Job • Test Print...
  • Page 59: Print From Your Computer (Windows)

    Home > Print > Print from Your Computer (Windows) Print from Your Computer (Windows) • Print a Document (Windows) • Print More Than One Page on a Single Sheet of Paper (N in 1) (Windows) • Print as a Poster (Windows) •...
  • Page 60: Print A Document (Windows)

    > Print a Document (Windows) Print a Document (Windows) 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother XXX-XXXX (where XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button. The printer driver window appears.
  • Page 61 Related Information • Print from Your Computer (Windows) Related Topics: • Print Settings (Windows)
  • Page 62: Print More Than One Page On A Single Sheet Of Paper (N In 1) (Windows)

    Print More Than One Page on a Single Sheet of Paper (N in 1) (Windows) 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother XXX-XXXX (where XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button. The printer driver window appears.
  • Page 63: Print As A Poster (Windows)

    Enlarge your print size and print the document in poster mode. 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother XXX-XXXX (where XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button.
  • Page 64: Print On Both Sides Of The Paper (Windows)

    When you use the manual 2-sided printing function, it is possible there may be paper jams or poor print quality. 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother XXX-XXXX (where XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button. The printer driver window appears.
  • Page 65 Option for Portrait Description Long Edge (Left) Long Edge (Right) Short Edge (Top) Short Edge (Bottom) Option for Landscape Description Long Edge (Top) Long Edge (Bottom)
  • Page 66 Option for Landscape Description Short Edge (Right) Short Edge (Left) 7. Select the Binding Offset check box if you want to specify the offset for binding in inches or millimeters. 8. Click OK. 9. Change other printer settings if needed. 10.
  • Page 67: Print As A Booklet (Windows)

    When you use the manual 2-sided printing function, it is possible there may be paper jams or poor print quality. 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother XXX-XXXX (where XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button. The printer driver window appears.
  • Page 68 Option for Portrait Description Left Binding Right Binding Option for Landscape Description Top Binding Bottom Binding 7. Select one of the options from the Booklet Printing Method menu. Option Description All Pages at Every page will be printed in booklet format (four pages to every piece of paper, two pages Once per side).
  • Page 69: Secure Print (Windows)

    The secure data is deleted from the machine when you turn off the machine. 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother XXX-XXXX (where XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button.
  • Page 70: Use A Macro From Your Computer (Windows)

    1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother XXX-XXXX (where XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button. The printer driver window appears.
  • Page 71: Use A Preset Print Profile (Windows)

    Print Profiles are presets designed to give you quick access to frequently-used printing configurations. 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother XXX-XXXX (where XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button.
  • Page 72 • Create or Delete Your Print Profile (Windows) Related Topics: • Print Settings (Windows)
  • Page 73 Add up to 20 new print profiles with customized settings. 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother XXX-XXXX (where XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button. The printer driver window appears.
  • Page 74: Change The Default Print Settings (Windows)

    Click Control Panel on the Start screen. In the Hardware group, click View devices and printers. 2. Right-click the Brother XXX-XXXX icon (where XXXX is your model name), and then select Printer properties. If printer driver options appear, select your printer driver.
  • Page 75 Click Control Panel on the Start screen. In the Hardware group, click View devices and printers. 2. Right-click the Brother XXX-XXXX icon (where XXXX is your model name), and then select Printer properties. If printer driver options appear, select your printer driver.
  • Page 76: Print A Document Using The Br-Script3 Printer Driver (Postscript ® 3 ™ Language Emulation) (Windows)

    Select Machine section, and then check PS Driver check box. 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother XXX-XXXX BR-Script3 (where XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button.
  • Page 77: Monitor The Status Of The Machine From Your Computer (Windows)

    Status Monitor. (Windows 8) Click (Brother Utilities), and then click the drop-down list and select your model name (if not already selected). Click Tools in the left navigation bar, and then click Status Monitor. (Windows 8.1)
  • Page 78: Print Settings (Windows)

    Home > Print > Print from Your Computer (Windows) > Print Settings (Windows) Print Settings (Windows) Basic Tab 1. Paper Size Select the size of the paper you want to use. You can either choose from standard paper sizes or create a custom paper size.
  • Page 79 5. Resolution Select the print resolution. As print resolution and speed are related, the higher the resolution, the longer it will take to print the document. 6. Print Settings Select the type of document you want to print. Manual Settings... Specify advanced settings such as brightness, contrast, and other settings.
  • Page 80 9. Paper Source Select the paper source setting according to your print conditions or purpose. First Page Select the paper source to use for printing the first page. Other Pages Select the paper source to use for printing the second and subsequent pages. Advanced Tab 1.
  • Page 81 3. Use Watermark Select this option to print a logo or text on your document as a watermark. Select one of the preset watermarks, add a new watermark, or use an image file you have created. 4. Header-Footer Print Select this option to print the date, time and PC login user name on the document. 5.
  • Page 82: Print From Your Computer (Mac)

    Home > Print > Print from Your Computer (Mac) Print from Your Computer (Mac) • Print a Document (Mac) • Print on Both Sides of the Paper (Mac) • Print More Than One Page on a Single Sheet of Paper (N in 1) (Mac) •...
  • Page 83: Print A Document (Mac)

    1. Make sure you have loaded the correct size paper in the paper tray. 2. From an application, such as Apple TextEdit, click the File menu, and then select Print. 3. Select Brother XXX-XXXX (where XXXX is your model name). 4. Type the number of copies you want in the Copies field.
  • Page 84: Print On Both Sides Of The Paper (Mac)

    1. From an application, such as Apple TextEdit, click the File menu, and then select Print. 2. Select Brother XXX-XXXX (where XXXX is your model name). 3. Select the Orientation option that matches the way you want the document to print.
  • Page 85 h. Click the application pop-up menu, and then select Paper Handling. The Paper Handling options appear. In the Pages to Print pop-up menu, select Odd Only. Click Print. Related Information • Print from Your Computer (Mac) Related Topics: • Print Options (Mac)
  • Page 86: Print More Than One Page On A Single Sheet Of Paper (N In 1) (Mac)

    MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW 1. From an application, such as Apple TextEdit, click the File menu, and then select Print. 2. Select Brother XXX-XXXX (where XXXX is your model name). 3. Click the application pop-up menu, and then select Layout. The Layout setting options appear.
  • Page 87: Secure Print (Mac)

    1. From an application, such as Apple TextEdit, click the File menu, and then select Print. 2. Select Brother XXX-XXXX (where XXXX is your model name). 3. Click the application pop-up menu, and then select the Secure Print option. The Secure Print options appear.
  • Page 88: Print A Document Using The Br-Script3 Printer Driver (Postscript ® 3 ™ Language Emulation) (Mac)

    MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW ® The BR-Script3 printer driver lets you print PostScript data more clearly. • Go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com to download the PS driver (BR-Script3 printer driver). • Make sure you have added the BR-Script3 printer driver from Print & Scan or Printers & Scanners in the System Preferences list on your Mac.
  • Page 89: Monitor The Status Of The Machine From Your Computer (Mac)

    Click the Troubleshooting button to access the troubleshooting website. Visit the Genuine Supplies website Click the Visit the Genuine Supplies website button for more information on Brother genuine supplies. Updating the machine's status To view the latest machine status while the Status Monitor window is open, click the icon.
  • Page 90 Related Information • Print from Your Computer (Mac) Related Topics: • Printing Problems...
  • Page 91: Print Options (Mac)

    Home > Print > Print from Your Computer (Mac) > Print Options (Mac) Print Options (Mac) Related Models: DCP-L5500DN/DCP-L5600DN/DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5800DW/ MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Page Setup 1. Paper Size Select the size of the paper you want to use. You can either choose from standard paper sizes or create a custom paper size.
  • Page 92 Layout 1. Pages per Sheet Select the number of pages to print on a single sheet of paper. 2. Layout Direction Select the page order when printing multiple pages on a single sheet of paper. 3. Border Select the type of border to use when printing multiple pages on a single sheet of paper. 4.
  • Page 93 Paper Handling 1. Collate pages Select this option to print sets of multi-page documents in the original page order. When this option is selected, one complete copy of your document will print, and then reprint according to the number of copies you choose.
  • Page 94 Print Settings 1. Media Type Select the type of media you want to use. To achieve the best print results, the machine automatically adjusts its print settings according to the selected media type. 2. Print Quality Select the print resolution you want. Because print quality and speed are related, the higher the quality, the longer it will take to print the document.
  • Page 95 Secure Print 1. Secure Print This feature ensures that confidential or sensitive documents do not print until you enter a password on the machine's control panel. Related Information • Print from Your Computer (Mac) Related Topics: • Print a Document (Mac) •...
  • Page 96: Print One Page Duplicates On Different Types Of Paper

    Home > Print > Print One Page Duplicates on Different Types of Paper Print One Page Duplicates on Different Types of Paper Use the Carbon Copy function to make multiple copies of the same print data, as if printing on carbon paper. Send the data to individual paper trays that you pre-loaded with different paper types or colors.
  • Page 97: Cancel A Print Job

    Home > Print > Cancel a Print Job Cancel a Print Job 1. Press To cancel multiple print jobs, press and hold for about four seconds. Related Information • Print Related Topics: • Printing Problems...
  • Page 98: Test Print

    Home > Print > Test Print Test Print If there are problems with print quality, follow these instructions to do a test print. 1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Printer] > [Print Options] > [Test Print] > [Yes]. 2. Press Related Information •...
  • Page 99: Scan

    Home > Scan Scan • Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine • Scan from Your Computer (Windows) • Scan from Your Computer (Mac) • Configure Scan Settings Using Web Based Management...
  • Page 100: Scan Using The Scan Button On Your Brother Machine

    Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine • Scan Photos and Graphics • Save Scanned Data to a Folder as a PDF File • Save Scanned Data to a USB Flash Drive •...
  • Page 101: Scan Photos And Graphics

    The machine starts scanning. If you are using the machine's scanner glass, follow the touchscreen instructions to complete the scanning job. To change scan settings, a computer with Brother's Control Center software installed must be connected to the machine. 8. To scan both sides of the document (DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW): •...
  • Page 102 The machine starts scanning. If you are using the machine's scanner glass, follow the touchscreen instructions to complete the scanning job. Related Information • Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine Related Topics: • Change Scan Button Settings from ControlCenter4 (Windows) •...
  • Page 103: Save Scanned Data To A Folder As A Pdf File

    The machine starts scanning. If you are using the machine's scanner glass, follow the touchscreen instructions to complete the scanning job. To change scan settings, a computer with Brother's Control Center software installed must be connected to the machine. 8. To scan both sides of the document (DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW): •...
  • Page 104 The machine starts scanning. If you are using the machine's scanner glass, follow the touchscreen instructions to complete the scanning job. Related Information • Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine Related Topics: • Change Scan Button Settings from ControlCenter4 (Windows) •...
  • Page 105: Save Scanned Data To A Usb Flash Drive

    To restore the factory settings: press [Factory Reset], and then press [Yes]. • Press [Start] to start scanning without changing additional settings. 5. To scan both sides of the document (DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW): • Press [2-sided Scan], and then select the document type.
  • Page 106 The LCD displays a message while reading the data. DO NOT unplug the power cord or remove the USB flash drive from the machine while it is reading the data. You could lose your data or damage the USB flash drive. Related Information • Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine...
  • Page 107: Scan To An Editable Text File (Ocr)

    The machine starts scanning. If you are using the machine's scanner glass, follow the touchscreen instructions to complete the scanning job. To change scan settings, a computer with Brother's Control Center software installed must be connected to the machine. 8. To scan both sides of the document (DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW): •...
  • Page 108 The machine starts scanning. If you are using the machine's scanner glass, follow the touchscreen instructions to complete the scanning job. Related Information • Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine Related Topics: • Change Scan Button Settings from ControlCenter4 (Windows) •...
  • Page 109: Scan To Email Attachment

    The machine starts scanning. If you are using the machine's scanner glass, follow the touchscreen instructions to complete the scanning job. To change scan settings, a computer with Brother's Control Center software installed must be connected to the machine. 8. To scan both sides of the document (DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW): •...
  • Page 110 The machine starts scanning. If you are using the machine's scanner glass, follow the touchscreen instructions to complete the scanning job. Related Information • Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine Related Topics: • Change Scan Button Settings from ControlCenter4 (Windows) •...
  • Page 111: Send Scanned Data To An Email Server

    Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Send Scanned Data to an Email Server Send Scanned Data to an Email Server Send scanned data from your Brother machine directly to your email server, for delivery to an email recipient without using a computer. • (DCP-L5500DN/DCP-L5600DN/DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW) To use this function, go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com...
  • Page 112 The machine starts scanning. If you are using the machine's scanner glass, follow the touchscreen instructions to complete the scanning job. Related Information • Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine Related Topics: • How to Enter Text on Your Brother Machine...
  • Page 113: Scan To Ftp

    Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Scan to FTP Scan to FTP Scan documents directly to an FTP server when you need to share the scanned information. For added convenience, configure different profiles to save your favorite Scan to FTP destinations.
  • Page 114 Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Scan to FTP > Set up a Scan to FTP Profile Set up a Scan to FTP Profile Set up a Scan to FTP Profile to scan and upload the scanned data directly to an FTP location.
  • Page 115 5. Click the Scan to FTP/SFTP/Network/SharePoint Profile menu in the left navigation bar. 6. Select the profile you want to set up or change. 7. In the Profile Name field, type a name for this server profile (up to 15 alphanumeric characters). The machine will display this name on the LCD.
  • Page 116 select, followed by the last six digits of the flatbed/ADF scanner counter and the file extension (for example: "Estimate_098765.pdf"). 13. Click the Quality drop-down list, and then select a quality setting. If you choose the User Select option, the machine will prompt users to select a setting each time they use the scan profile. 14.
  • Page 117 Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Scan to FTP > Upload Scanned Data to an FTP Server Upload Scanned Data to an FTP Server Share scanned information by saving it to your FTP server.
  • Page 118: Scan To Ssh Ftp (Sftp)

    Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Scan to SSH FTP (SFTP) Scan to SSH FTP (SFTP) Scan documents directly to an SFTP server, a secure version of an FTP server. For added convenience, configure different profiles to save your favorite Scan to SFTP destinations.
  • Page 119 Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Scan to SSH FTP (SFTP) > Set up a Scan to SFTP Profile Set up a Scan to SFTP Profile Set up a Scan to SFTP Profile to scan and upload scanned data directly to an SFTP location.
  • Page 120 5. Click the Scan to FTP/SFTP/Network/SharePoint Profile menu in the left navigation bar. 6. Select the profile you want to set up or change. 7. In the Profile Name field, type a name for this server profile (up to 15 alphanumeric characters). The machine will display this name on the LCD.
  • Page 121 13. In the Store Directory field, type the path to the folder on the SFTP server where you want to send your scanned data. Do not type a slash mark at the beginning of the path (see example). 14. Click the File Name drop-down list, and then select a file name prefix from the preset names provided, or from user-defined names.
  • Page 122 Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Scan to SSH FTP (SFTP) > Create a Client Key Pair Using Web Based Management Create a Client Key Pair Using Web Based Management 1. Start your web browser.
  • Page 123 Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Scan to SSH FTP (SFTP) > Export a Client Key Pair Using Web Based Management Export a Client Key Pair Using Web Based Management 1. Start your web browser.
  • Page 124 Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Scan to SSH FTP (SFTP) > Import a Server Public Key Using Web Based Management Import a Server Public Key Using Web Based Management 1. Start your web browser.
  • Page 125 Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Scan to SSH FTP (SFTP) > Upload Scanned Data to an SFTP Server Upload Scanned Data to an SFTP Server 1. Load your document. 2. Press [Scan].
  • Page 126: Scan To Network (Windows)

    Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Scan to Network (Windows) Scan to Network (Windows) Scan documents directly to a CIFS server on your local network. For added convenience, you can configure different profiles to save your favorite Scan to Network destinations.
  • Page 127 Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Scan to Network (Windows) > Set up a Scan to Network Profile Set up a Scan to Network Profile Set up a Scan to Network Profile to scan and upload scanned data directly to a folder on a CIFS server.
  • Page 128 5. Click the Scan to FTP/SFTP/Network/SharePoint Profile menu in the left navigation bar. 6. Select the profile you want to set up or change. 7. In the Profile Name field, type a name for this server profile (up to 15 alphanumeric characters). The machine will display this name on the LCD.
  • Page 129 Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Scan to Network (Windows) > up a Scan to Network Profile > Set the Date and Time Using Web Based Management Set the Date and Time Using Web Based Management Make sure the date and time and the time zone settings are set correctly using Web Based Management or the control panel, so the machine's time matches the time being used by the server providing authentication.
  • Page 130 Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Scan to Network (Windows) > Upload Scanned Data to a CIFS Server Upload Scanned Data to a CIFS Server 1. Load your document. 2. Press [Scan].
  • Page 131: Scan To Sharepoint

    Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Scan to SharePoint Scan to SharePoint Scan documents directly to a SharePoint server when you need to share the scanned information. For added convenience, configure different profiles to save your favorite Scan to SharePoint destinations.
  • Page 132 Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Scan to SharePoint > Set up a Scan to SharePoint Profile Set up a Scan to SharePoint Profile Set up a Scan to SharePoint Profile to scan and upload the scanned data directly to a SharePoint location.
  • Page 133 5. Click the Scan to FTP/SFTP/Network/SharePoint Profile menu in the left navigation bar. 6. Select the profile you want to set up or change. 7. In the Profile Name field, type a name for this server profile (up to 15 alphanumeric characters). The machine will display this name on the LCD.
  • Page 134 12. Click the Document Size drop-down list, and then select your document size from the list. This is necessary to make sure the scanned file is the correct size. 13. Click the File Size drop-down list, and then select your file size from the list. 14.
  • Page 135 Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Scan to SharePoint > Upload Scanned Data to a SharePoint Server Upload Scanned Data to a SharePoint Server 1. Load your document. 2. Press [Scan]. 3. Swipe left or right to display [to SharePoint].
  • Page 136: Web Services For Scanning On Your Network (Windows Vista Sp2 Or Greater, Windows 7 And Windows 8)

    Windows 7 and Windows 8) The Web Services protocol enables Windows Vista (SP2 or greater), Windows 7 and Windows 8 users to scan using a Brother machine on the network. You must install the driver via Web Services. •...
  • Page 137 Make sure you have installed the Brother software and drivers. • Verify that the host computer and the Brother machine are on the same subnet, or that the router is correctly configured to pass data between the two devices. •...
  • Page 138 Your Network (Windows Vista SP2 or greater, Windows 7 and Windows 8) > Scan Using Web Services from the Brother Machine (Windows Vista SP2 or greater, Windows 7 and Windows 8) Scan Using Web Services from the Brother Machine (Windows Vista...
  • Page 139 Right-click the machine icon, and then select Scan profiles..The Scan Profiles dialog box appears. 3. Select the scan profile you want to use. 4. Make sure the scanner selected in the Scanner list is a Brother machine that supports Web Services for scanning, and then click the Set as Default button.
  • Page 140: Change Scan Button Settings From Controlcenter4 (Windows)

    Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Change Scan Button Settings from ControlCenter4 (Windows) Change Scan Button Settings from ControlCenter4 (Windows) 1. Click the (ControlCenter4) icon in the task tray, and then click Open.
  • Page 141 Settings Applicable Features Image E-mail File File Type Target Application OCR Language File Name Destination Folder Show Folder File size Resolution Scan Type Document Size Brightness Contrast ID Card Scan Default File Type Select the file type you want to use for the scanned data. Target Application Select the destination application from the drop-down list.
  • Page 142 Select this check box to scan both sides of an identification card onto one page. Default Select this option to restore all settings to their factory setting values. Related Information • Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine Related Topics: • Scan Photos and Graphics •...
  • Page 143: Change Scan Button Settings From Controlcenter2 (Mac)

    Related Models: DCP-L5500DN/DCP-L5600DN/DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5800DW/ MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW ControlCenter2 is not available for macOS v15.x and v11. 1. In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications > Brother, and then double-click the (ControlCenter) icon. The ControlCenter2 screen appears. 2. Hold the control key on your keyboard and click the scan destination (Image, OCR, E-mail, or File) whose settings you want to change.
  • Page 144 Each tab corresponds to a scan feature, as described below. These settings can be changed. Button Name Corresponding Feature Image Scan to Image Scan to OCR E-mail Scan to Email File Scan to File Settings Applicable Features Image E-mail File Target Application/E-mail Application File Type File size...
  • Page 145 File Name Type a prefix for your file name, if needed. Insert Date in File Name Automatically insert the date in the file name of the scanned image. Destination Folder Click Browse to select the folder where you would like to save your scanned document. Show Folder Select the Show Folder option to automatically display the destination folder after scanning.
  • Page 146 (DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW) Restore Defaults Select this option to restore all settings to their factory setting values. Related Information • Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine Related Topics: • Scan Photos and Graphics • Save Scanned Data to a Folder as a PDF File •...
  • Page 147: Change Scan Button Settings From Brother Iprint&Scan

    In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications, and then double-click the iPrint&Scan icon. The Brother iPrint&Scan screen appears. 2. If your Brother machine is not selected, click the Select your Machine button, and then follow the on-screen instructions to select your Brother machine.
  • Page 148: Configure Certificate For Signed Pdf

    Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Configure Certificate for Signed Configure Certificate for Signed PDF If you select Signed PDF for Scan to USB, Scan to Email server, Scan to FTP, Scan to SFTP, Scan to Network or Scan to SharePoint features, you must configure a certificate on your machine using Web Based Management.
  • Page 149: Disable Scanning From Your Computer

    Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Disable Scanning from Your Computer Disable Scanning from Your Computer You can disable the ability to scan from your computer. Set the pull scan setting using Web Based Management.
  • Page 150: Scan From Your Computer (Windows)

    > Scan from Your Computer (Windows) Scan from Your Computer (Windows) There are several ways you can use your computer to scan photos and documents on your Brother machine. Use the software applications provided by Brother, or use your favorite scanning application.
  • Page 151: Scan Using Controlcenter4 Home Mode (Windows)

    Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows) > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) Use ControlCenter4 Home Mode to access your machine's main features. • Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) • Save Scanned Data to a Folder as a PDF File Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) •...
  • Page 152 Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows) > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) Select Home Mode as the mode setting for ControlCenter4. 1. Load your document. 2.
  • Page 153 Related Information • Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) • Select Document Type Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) • Change Scan Size Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) • Crop a Scanned Image Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) • Print Scanned Data Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) •...
  • Page 154 Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows) > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) > Select Document Type Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) Select Document Type Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) •...
  • Page 155 Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows) > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) > Select Document Type Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) > Custom Scan Settings (Windows) Custom Scan Settings (Windows) Select Custom in the Document Type list to change advanced scan settings.
  • Page 156 Long-edge binding or Short-edge binding option, depending on the layout of your original, to make sure the data file you create appears correctly. (DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW) ID Card Scan Select this check box to scan both sides of an identification card onto one page.
  • Page 157 Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows) > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) > Change Scan Size Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) Change Scan Size Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) For faster scan speeds, select the exact size of your document from the Scan Size drop-down menu.
  • Page 158 Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows) > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) > Crop a Scanned Image Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) Crop a Scanned Image Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) The crop tool on the Image Editing Toolbar lets you trim unwanted areas from your scanned image.
  • Page 159 a. Expands the scanned image so that the entire image fits in the window. b. Zooms in on the image. c. Zooms out of the image. d. Rotates the image counter-clockwise 90 degrees. e. Rotates the image clockwise 90 degrees. Click and drag the frame to adjust the area to be cropped.
  • Page 160 > Print Scanned Data Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) Print Scanned Data Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) Scan a document on your Brother machine, and then print copies using the printer driver features that are available in ControlCenter4. 1. Scan a document.
  • Page 161 Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows) > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) > Scan to an Application Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) Scan to an Application Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) The Open with an Application button lets you scan an image directly into your graphics application for editing.
  • Page 162 Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows) > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) > Save Scanned Data to a Folder as a PDF File Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) Save Scanned Data to a Folder as a PDF File Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) Select Home Mode as the mode setting for ControlCenter4.
  • Page 163 To save the document as a password-protected PDF, select Secure PDF Single-Page (*.pdf) or Secure PDF Multi-Page (*.pdf) from the File Type drop-down list, click , and then type the password. 10. To change the file name, click the Change button, if needed. 11.
  • Page 164 > Scan Both Sides of a Document Automatically Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) Scan Both Sides of a Document Automatically Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) Related Models: DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/ MFC-L6800DW Select Home Mode as the mode setting for ControlCenter4. 1. Load documents in the ADF.
  • Page 165 2-sided Scan setting Original layout Scan Result Short-edge binding 7. Configure other Custom Scan Settings, if needed. 8. Click OK. 9. Click (Scan). The machine starts scanning, and the scanned image appears in the image viewer. 10. Click the left or right arrow buttons to preview each scanned page. 11.
  • Page 166 Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows) > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) > Scan Settings for ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) Scan Settings for ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) Settings Applicable Features Open with an Application OCR Send E-mail Save File Type Target Application Yes OCR Language...
  • Page 167 Target Application Select the destination application from the drop-down list. OCR Language Set the optical character recognition (OCR) language to match the language of the scanned document's text. File Name Click Change to change the file name's prefix. Scan Location Select the Folder or SharePoint button to specify the destination where you would like to save your scanned documents.
  • Page 168: Scan Using Controlcenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows)

    Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows) > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) Scan Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode gives you more control over the details of your machine's features and allows you to customize one-button scan actions. •...
  • Page 169 Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows) > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) > Scan Photos and Graphics Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) Scan Photos and Graphics Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) Send scanned photos or graphics directly to your computer. Select Advanced Mode as the mode setting for ControlCenter4.
  • Page 170 5. Change the scan settings, such as file format, file name, destination file path, resolution and color, if needed. • To change the file name, click Change. • To change Destination Folder, click the folder icon. • To preview and configure the scanned image, select the PreScan check box. 6.
  • Page 171 Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows) > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) > Save Scanned Data to a Folder as a PDF File Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) Save Scanned Data to a Folder as a PDF File Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) Scan documents and save them to a folder on your computer as PDF files.
  • Page 172 4. Click the File button. The scan settings dialog box appears. 5. Click the File Type drop-down list, and then select a PDF file. To save the document as a password-protected PDF, select Secure PDF Single-Page (*.pdf) or Secure PDF Multi-Page (*.pdf) from the File Type drop-down list, click , and then type the password..
  • Page 173 > Scan Both Sides of a Document Automatically Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) Scan Both Sides of a Document Automatically Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) Related Models: DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/ MFC-L6800DW Select Advanced Mode as the mode setting for ControlCenter4. 1. Load documents in the ADF.
  • Page 174 2-sided Scan setting Original layout Scan Result Short-edge binding 7. Change the scan settings, such as file format, file name, destination file path, resolution and color, if needed. • To change the file name, click Change. • To change Destination Folder, click the folder icon. 8.
  • Page 175 Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows) > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) > Scan Both Sides of an ID Card Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) Scan Both Sides of an ID Card Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) Select Advanced Mode as the mode setting for ControlCenter4.
  • Page 176 4. Click the File button. The scan settings dialog box appears. 5. Select the ID Card Scan check box. The instruction dialog box appears. 6. Read the instructions on the screen, and then press OK. 7. Change the scan settings, such as file format, file name, scan location, resolution and color, if needed. 8.
  • Page 177 Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows) > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) > Scan to Email Attachment Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) Scan to Email Attachment Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) Send a scanned document as an email attachment. •...
  • Page 178 5. Change the scan settings, such as file format, file name, destination file path, resolution and color, if needed. • To change the file name, click Change. • To change Destination Folder, click the folder icon. • To preview and configure the scanned image, select the PreScan check box. 6.
  • Page 179 Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows) > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) > Scan to an Editable Text File (OCR) Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) Scan to an Editable Text File (OCR) Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) Your machine can convert characters in a scanned document to text using optical character recognition (OCR) technology.
  • Page 180 5. Change the scan settings, such as file format, file name, destination file path, resolution and color, if needed. • To change the file name, click Change. • To change Destination Folder, click the folder icon. • To preview and configure the scanned image, select the PreScan check box. 6.
  • Page 181 Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows) > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) > Scan Settings for ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) Scan Settings for ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) Settings Applicable Features Image E-mail File File Type Target Application OCR Language File Name Scan Location or Destination Folder...
  • Page 182 • XML Paper Specification (*.xps) (the XML Paper Specification is available for Windows Vista, Windows 7 and Windows 8, and when using applications that support XML Paper Specification files) • Microsoft Office Word (*.docx) (available only for certain models) • Microsoft Office PowerPoint (*.pptx) (available only for certain models) For OCR •...
  • Page 183 Long-edge binding or Short-edge binding option, depending on the layout of your original, to make sure the data file you create appears correctly. (DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW) ID Card Scan Select this check box to scan both sides of an identification card onto one page.
  • Page 184 Default Select this option to restore all settings to their factory setting values. Related Information • Scan Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows)
  • Page 185: Scan Using Brother Iprint&Scan (Windows/Mac)

    In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications, and then double-click the iPrint&Scan icon. The Brother iPrint&Scan screen appears. 2. If your Brother machine is not selected, click the Select your Machine button, and then select your model name from the list. Click OK.
  • Page 186: Scan Using Nuance ™ Paperport ™ 14Se Or Other Windows Applications

    The Scan or Get Photo panel appears on the left side of the screen. 4. Click Select. 5. From the available Scanners list, select TWAIN: TW-Brother XXX-XXXX or TWAIN: TW-Brother XXX-XXXX LAN (where MFC-XXXX is the model name of your machine). If you want to use the WIA driver, select the Brother driver that has "WIA"...
  • Page 187 8. Adjust the settings in the Scanner Setup dialog box, if needed. 9. Click the Document Size drop-down list, and then select your document size. To scan both sides of the document (DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW): Automatic 2-sided scan is available only when using the ADF.
  • Page 188 ™ ™ Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows) > Scan Using Nuance PaperPort 14SE or Other Windows Applications > TWAIN Driver Settings (Windows) TWAIN Driver Settings (Windows) • Note that the item names and assignable values will vary depending on the machine. •...
  • Page 189 Long-edge binding or Short-edge binding option from the 2-sided Scanning drop-down list, so when you turn the pages, they are facing the way you want. (DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW) 5. Brightness Set the Brightness level by dragging the slider to the right or left to lighten or darken the image. If the scanned image is too light, set a lower brightness level and scan the document again.
  • Page 190 Remove the base color of documents to make the scanned data more legible. Choose from three levels. Related Information ™ ™ • Scan Using Nuance PaperPort 14SE or Other Windows Applications...
  • Page 191: Scan Using Windows Photo Gallery Or Windows Fax And Scan

    The scanner resolution can be set to a maximum of 1200 dpi. If you want to scan at higher resolutions, use the Scanner Utility software of Brother Utilities. If your machine supports 2-sided Scan and you want to scan both sides of your document, select Feeder (Scan both sides) as Source.
  • Page 192 Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows) > Scan Using Windows Photo Gallery or Windows Fax and Scan > WIA Driver Settings (Windows) WIA Driver Settings (Windows) Paper source Select the Document Feeder or Flatbed option from the drop-down list. Picture Type (Image Type) Select Color picture, Grayscale picture, Black and white picture or text, or Custom Settings for the type of document you want to scan.
  • Page 193 Related Information • Scan Using Windows Photo Gallery or Windows Fax and Scan...
  • Page 194: Scan From Your Computer (Mac)

    > Scan from Your Computer (Mac) Scan from Your Computer (Mac) There are several ways you can use your Mac to scan photos and documents on your Brother machine. Use the software applications provided by Brother or your favorite scanning application.
  • Page 195: Scan Using Controlcenter2 (Mac)

    Scan from Your Computer (Mac) > Scan Using ControlCenter2 (Mac) Scan Using ControlCenter2 (Mac) Use Brother's ControlCenter software to scan photos and save them as JPEGs, PDFs, or other file formats. (ControlCenter2 is not available for macOS v15.x and v11.) •...
  • Page 196 Send scanned photos or graphics directly to your computer. ControlCenter2 is not available for macOS v15.x and v11. 1. Load your document. 2. In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications > Brother, and then double-click the (ControlCenter) icon. The ControlCenter2 screen appears.
  • Page 197 5. Change the scan settings, such as file format, file name, destination file path, resolution and color, if needed. To change the file name or destination file path, click Change. 6. Click the Start Scanning button. The machine starts scanning. The scanned image opens in the application you have selected. Related Information •...
  • Page 198 MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW ControlCenter2 is not available for macOS v15.x and v11. 1. Load your document. 2. In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications > Brother, and then double-click the (ControlCenter) icon. The ControlCenter2 screen appears. 3. Click the SCAN tab.
  • Page 199 5. Click the File Type pop-up menu, and then select PDF (*.pdf). To save the document as a password-protected PDF, select Secure PDF (*.pdf) from the File Type pop-up menu, type your password in the Password and Re-type Password fields, and then click OK. 6.
  • Page 200 1. Load documents in the ADF. To scan both sides of a document automatically, you must use the ADF, not the flatbed scanner glass. 2. In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications > Brother, and then double-click the (ControlCenter) icon.
  • Page 201 The machine starts scanning. You have now changed the default settings for your selected Scan to action. These settings will be used the next time this scan type (Image, OCR, E-mail, or File) is clicked for this action. Related Information •...
  • Page 202 ControlCenter2 is not available for macOS v15.x and v11. 1. Place an ID card on the scanner glass. 2. In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications > Brother, and then double-click the (ControlCenter) icon. The ControlCenter2 screen appears.
  • Page 203 5. Select the ID Card Scan check box. The instruction dialog box appears. 6. Read the instructions on the screen, and then press OK. 7. Configure other settings, if needed. 8. Click the Start Scanning button. The machine starts scanning one side of the identification card. 9.
  • Page 204 • ControlCenter2 is not available for macOS v15.x and v11. 1. Load your document. 2. In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications > Brother, and then double-click the (ControlCenter) icon. The ControlCenter2 screen appears. 3. Click the SCAN tab.
  • Page 205 5. Change the scan settings, such as file format, file name, destination file path, resolution and color, if needed. To change the file name or destination file path, click Change. 6. Click the Start Scanning button. The machine starts scanning. Your default email application opens and the scanned image is attached to a new, blank email.
  • Page 206 • The Scan to OCR feature is available for certain languages. 1. Load your document. 2. In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications > Brother, and then double-click the (ControlCenter) icon. The ControlCenter2 screen appears. 3. Click the SCAN tab.
  • Page 207 5. Change the scan settings, such as file format, file name, destination file path, resolution and color, if needed. To change the file name or destination file path, click Change. 6. Click the Start Scanning button. The machine scans the document, converts it to editable text, and then sends it to your default word processing application.
  • Page 208: Scan Using Twain-Compliant Applications (Mac)

    You can also scan using TWAIN-compliant applications. For more information about the scanning procedure, see the manual for your application. To use Brother TWAIN Driver, go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com and download Scanner Driver.
  • Page 209 Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Mac) > Scan Using TWAIN-Compliant Applications (Mac) > TWAIN Driver Settings (Mac) TWAIN Driver Settings (Mac) Related Models: DCP-L5500DN/DCP-L5600DN/DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5800DW/ MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW • Item names and assignable values will vary depending on the machine. •...
  • Page 210 4. Adjust Image Click the Adjust Image button to adjust other image qualities. Brightness Set the Brightness level by dragging the slider to the right or left to lighten or darken the image. If the scanned image is too light, set a lower brightness level and scan the document again. If the image is too dark, set a higher brightness level and scan the document again.
  • Page 211: Configure Scan Settings Using Web Based Management

    Home > Scan > Configure Scan Settings Using Web Based Management Configure Scan Settings Using Web Based Management • Set the Scan File Name Using Web Based Management • Set the Scan Job Email Report Using Web Based Management...
  • Page 212: Set The Scan File Name Using Web Based Management

    Home > Scan > Configure Scan Settings Using Web Based Management > Set the Scan File Name Using Web Based Management Set the Scan File Name Using Web Based Management Set up a file name for scanned data using Web Based Management. 1.
  • Page 213: Set The Scan Job Email Report Using Web Based Management

    Home > Scan > Configure Scan Settings Using Web Based Management > Set the Scan Job Email Report Using Web Based Management Set the Scan Job Email Report Using Web Based Management When you scan a document, the machine will send a scan job email report automatically to the registered email address.
  • Page 214: Copy

    Home > Copy Copy • Copy a Document • Enlarge or Reduce Copied Images • Make N in 1 Copies Using the Page Layout Feature • Sort Copies • Copy an ID Card • Copy on Both Sides of the Paper (2-sided Copy) •...
  • Page 215: Copy A Document

    Home > Copy > Copy a Document Copy a Document 1. Make sure you have loaded the correct size paper in the paper tray. 2. Do one of the following: • Place the document face up in the ADF. (If you are copying multiple pages, we recommend using the ADF.) •...
  • Page 216 Enter the number of copies in one of the following ways: Press on the LCD. Press the numbers on the control panel. • [Options] Press to change the copy settings for the next copy only. When finished, press [OK]. After you have finished choosing new options, you can save them by pressing the [Save as Shortcut] button.
  • Page 217: Enlarge Or Reduce Copied Images

    Home > Copy > Enlarge or Reduce Copied Images Enlarge or Reduce Copied Images Select an enlargement or reduction ratio to resize your copied data. 1. Load your document. 2. Press [Copy]. 3. Enter the number of copies. 4. Press [Options] > [Enlarge/Reduce]. 5.
  • Page 218: Make N In 1 Copies Using The Page Layout Feature

    Home > Copy > Make N in 1 Copies Using the Page Layout Feature Make N in 1 Copies Using the Page Layout Feature The N in 1 copy feature saves paper by copying two or four pages of your document onto one page of the copy. If you are copying from the ADF, insert the documents face up in the direction as shown below: •...
  • Page 219 3. Enter the number of copies. 4. Press [Options] > [Page Layout]. 5. Swipe up or down or press a or b to display the [2in1(Portrait)], [2in1(Landscape)], [4in1(Portrait)] or [4in1(Landscape)] option, and then press the option you want. 6. When finished, press [OK]. 7.
  • Page 220: Sort Copies

    Home > Copy > Sort Copies Sort Copies Sort multiple copies. Pages will be stacked in the order they are fed, that is: 1, 2, 3, and so on. 1. Load your document. 2. Press [Copy]. 3. Enter the number of copies. 4.
  • Page 221: Copy An Id Card

    Home > Copy > Copy an ID Card Copy an ID Card Use the [2 in 1 ID Copy] feature to copy both sides of an identification card onto one page, keeping the original card size. • You may copy an identification card only to the extent permitted under applicable laws. For more detailed information, see the Product Safety Guide.
  • Page 222: Copy On Both Sides Of The Paper (2-Sided Copy)

    Home > Copy > Copy on Both Sides of the Paper (2-sided Copy) Copy on Both Sides of the Paper (2-sided Copy) Reduce the amount of paper you use by copying onto both sides of the paper. • You must choose a 2-sided copy layout from the following options before you can start 2-sided copying. •...
  • Page 223 5. Do one of the following: • (DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW) To make 2-sided copies of a 2-sided document automatically, press [2-sided⇒2-sided]. Load your document in the ADF to use the automatic 2-sided copy feature. • (DCP-L5500DN/MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5800DW) To make 2-sided copies of a 2-sided document manually, press [2-sided⇒2-sided].
  • Page 224: Copy Options

    Home > Copy > Copy Options Copy Options To change Copy settings, press [Options]. Menu selections Options Quality Select the copy quality for your type of document. Enlarge/Reduce 100% Enlarge Select an enlargement ratio for the next copy. Reduce Select a reduction ratio for the next copy.
  • Page 225 Menu selections Options 2-sided Copy Select to copy on both sides of the paper. 1-sided → 2-sided 2-sided → 2-sided The available options will vary depending on your model. 2-sided Copy Page Layout Select long edge binding or short edge binding. (available only for certain settings) Tray Use Select a paper tray for the next copy.
  • Page 226: Fax

    Home > Fax • Send a Fax • Receive a Fax • Voice Operations and Fax Numbers • Telephone Services and External Devices • Fax Reports • PC-FAX...
  • Page 227: Send A Fax

    Home > > Send a Fax Send a Fax • Send a Fax • Send a 2-sided Fax from the ADF • Send a Fax Manually • Send a Fax at the End of a Conversation • Send the Same Fax to More than One Recipient (Broadcasting) •...
  • Page 228: Send A Fax

    Home > > Send a Fax > Send a Fax Send a Fax Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW 1. Do one of the following: • Place the document face up in the ADF. (If you are faxing multiple pages, we recommend using the ADF.) •...
  • Page 229 When finished, press [Apply]. • Using the call history Press [Call History], and then press the [Outgoing Call] option. Swipe up or down or press a or b to display the fax number you want, and then press it. To send a fax, press [Apply]. 4.
  • Page 230: Send A 2-Sided Fax From The Adf

    > Send a 2-sided Fax from the ADF Send a 2-sided Fax from the ADF Related Models: MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW You must select a 2-sided scanning format before sending a 2-sided fax. Select either Long Edge or Short Edge, depending on the layout of your document.
  • Page 231: Send A Fax Manually

    Home > > Send a Fax > Send a Fax Manually Send a Fax Manually Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Manual fax transmission lets you hear the dialing, ringing and fax-receiving tones while sending a fax. 1. Load your document. 2. Press [Fax].
  • Page 232: Send A Fax At The End Of A Conversation

    > Send a Fax at the End of a Conversation Send a Fax at the End of a Conversation Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW At the end of a conversation, you can send a fax to the other party before you both hang up.
  • Page 233: Send The Same Fax To More Than One Recipient (Broadcasting)

    > Send the Same Fax to More than One Recipient (Broadcasting) Send the Same Fax to More than One Recipient (Broadcasting) Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Use the Broadcasting feature to send the same fax to multiple fax numbers at the same time.
  • Page 234 Send the Same Fax to More than One Recipient (Broadcasting) > Cancel a Broadcast in Progress Cancel a Broadcast in Progress Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW While broadcasting you can cancel the fax currently being sent or the whole broadcast job. 1. Press 2.
  • Page 235: Send A Fax In Real Time

    Send a Fax > Send a Fax in Real Time Send a Fax in Real Time Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW When sending a fax, the machine scans the document into the memory before sending it. As soon as the telephone line is free, the machine starts dialing and sending. If you want to send an important document immediately without waiting for the machine to retrieve the scan from its memory, turn on [Real Time TX].
  • Page 236: Send A Fax At A Specified Time (Delayed Fax)

    > Send a Fax at a Specified Time (Delayed Fax) Send a Fax at a Specified Time (Delayed Fax) Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW You can store up to 50 faxes in the machine's memory to be sent within the next twenty-four hour period.
  • Page 237: Add A Cover Page To Your Fax

    > Send a Fax > Add a Cover Page to Your Fax Add a Cover Page to Your Fax Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW You can add a cover page to the next fax or every outgoing fax. • This feature will not work unless you have programmed your Station ID.
  • Page 238 > Add a Cover Page to Your Fax > Compose Your Own Comments Compose Your Own Comments Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW You can set up two comments of your own. 1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Fax] > [Setup Send] > [Coverpage Setting] >...
  • Page 239 Add a Cover Page to Your Fax > Use a Printed Cover Page Use a Printed Cover Page Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW If you want a printed cover page you can write on, print the sample page and attach it to your fax.
  • Page 240: Cancel A Fax In Progress

    Home > > Send a Fax > Cancel a Fax in Progress Cancel a Fax in Progress Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW 1. Press 2. Press while the machine is dialing or sending a fax. The LCD will display [Cancel Job?].
  • Page 241: Check And Cancel A Pending Fax

    > Check and Cancel a Pending Fax Check and Cancel a Pending Fax Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW You can cancel a fax job before it is sent, by canceling the fax job while it is stored and waiting in the memory.
  • Page 242: Fax Options

    Home > > Send a Fax > Fax Options Fax Options To change fax-sending settings, press the [Options] button. Option Description Fax Resolution Set the resolution for outgoing faxes. The fax quality often can be improved by changing the Fax Resolution.
  • Page 243: Receive A Fax

    Home > > Receive a Fax Receive a Fax • Receive Mode Settings • Memory Receive (Remote Fax) Options • Remote Fax Retrieval...
  • Page 244: Receive Mode Settings

    Home > > Receive a Fax > Receive Mode Settings Receive Mode Settings • Receive Modes Overview • Choose the Correct Receive Mode • Set the Number of Rings Before the Machine Answers (Ring Delay) • Set the F/T Ring Time (Pseudo/Double-ring) •...
  • Page 245 > Receive Mode Settings > Receive Modes Overview Receive Modes Overview Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Some receive modes answer automatically (Fax Only Mode and Fax/Tel Mode). You may want to change the Ring Delay before using these modes. Fax Only Mode ([Fax] or [Fax Only] in the machine's menu) Fax Only Mode automatically answers every call as a fax.
  • Page 246 Will you be using Voice Mail on the same telephone line as your Brother machine? If you have Voice Mail on the same telephone line as your Brother machine, there is a strong possibility that Voice Mail and the Brother machine will conflict with each other when receiving incoming calls.
  • Page 247 > Set the Number of Rings Before the Machine Answers (Ring Delay) Set the Number of Rings Before the Machine Answers (Ring Delay) Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW When somebody calls your machine, you will hear the normal telephone ring sound. The number of rings is set in the Ring Delay option.
  • Page 248 Receive Mode Settings > Set the F/T Ring Time (Pseudo/Double-ring) Set the F/T Ring Time (Pseudo/Double-ring) Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW When you set the Receive Mode to Fax/Tel Mode, if the call is a fax, your machine will automatically receive it.
  • Page 249 Receive Mode Settings > Set Easy Receive Set Easy Receive Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW If Easy Receive is On: The machine can receive a fax automatically, even if you answer the call. When you see [Receiving] on the LCD or hear a click on the phone line through the handset you are using, just replace the handset.
  • Page 250 > Shrink Page Size of an Oversized Incoming Fax Shrink Page Size of an Oversized Incoming Fax Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW If you enable the auto reduction function, the machine reduces each page of an incoming fax to fit on your paper.
  • Page 251 Receive Mode Settings > Set the 2-sided Printing for Received Faxes Set the 2-sided Printing for Received Faxes Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Your machine prints received faxes on both sides of the paper when [2-sided] is set to [On]. •...
  • Page 252 Receive Mode Settings > Set the Fax Receive Stamp Set the Fax Receive Stamp Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW You can set the machine to print the received date and time at the top center of each received fax page. •...
  • Page 253 MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW If you are speaking on the telephone connected to your Brother machine and the other party is also speaking on a telephone connected to his fax machine, at the end of the conversation, the other party can send you a fax before you both hang up.
  • Page 254: Memory Receive (Remote Fax) Options

    Receive a Fax > Memory Receive (Remote Fax) Options Memory Receive (Remote Fax) Options Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Use Memory Receive (Remote Fax) options to direct incoming faxes while you are away from the machine. You can use only one Memory Receive option at a time.
  • Page 255 Memory Receive (Remote Fax) Options > Forward Incoming Faxes to Another Machine Forward Incoming Faxes to Another Machine Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Use the Fax Forwarding feature to automatically forward your incoming faxes to another machine. 1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Fax] > [Setup Receive] > [Memory Receive].
  • Page 256 Phone or Pager Number When Receiving Faxes Set the Machine to Dial a Cell Phone or Pager Number When Receiving Faxes Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Use the Paging option if you want your machine to dial a pre-programmed cell phone or pager number. This feature activates your cell phone or pager so you will know there is a fax message in the machine’s memory.
  • Page 257 2. Swipe up or down or press a or b to display the [Fax Storage] option, and then press [Fax Storage]. 3. Press Related Information • Memory Receive (Remote Fax) Options Related Topics: • How Your Brother Machine Receives an Internet Fax (I-Fax)
  • Page 258 Memory Receive (Remote Fax) Options > Change Memory Receive Options Change Memory Receive Options Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW If received faxes are in your machine's memory when you change the Remote Fax operations, the LCD will ask you one of the following questions: If received faxes have been printed automatically, the LCD displays [Erase all faxes?] •...
  • Page 259 > Memory Receive (Remote Fax) Options > Turn Off Memory Receive Turn Off Memory Receive Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Turn off Memory Receive if you do not want the machine to save or transfer incoming faxes. 1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Fax] > [Setup Receive] > [Memory Receive].
  • Page 260 > Print a Fax Stored in the Machine's Memory Print a Fax Stored in the Machine's Memory Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW If you select [Paging] or [Fax Storage], you can still print a fax from the memory when you are at your machine.
  • Page 261 Received Faxes to Your Computer (Windows only) Use PC-Fax Receive to Transfer Received Faxes to Your Computer (Windows only) Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Turn on the PC-Fax Receive feature, automatically store incoming faxes to your machine's memory, and then send them to your computer. Use your computer to view and store these faxes.
  • Page 262: Remote Fax Retrieval

    Home > > Receive a Fax > Remote Fax Retrieval Remote Fax Retrieval Use Remote Retrieval to call your machine from any touch-tone telephone or fax machine, and use a remote access code and remote commands to retrieve fax messages. •...
  • Page 263 Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Set a Remote Access Code to access and control your Brother machine even when you are away from it. Before you can use the remote access and retrieval features, you must set up your own code. The factory default code is the inactive code (---*).
  • Page 264 Remote Fax Retrieval > Use Your Remote Access Code Use Your Remote Access Code Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW 1. Dial your fax number from a telephone or another fax machine using touch tone. 2. When your machine answers, immediately enter your Remote Access Code (three digits followed by *).
  • Page 265 Use the Remote Commands in this table to access fax commands and options when you are away from your Brother machine. When you call the machine and enter your remote access code (three digits followed by *), the system will sound two short beeps and you must enter a Remote Command (column 1), followed by one of the options (column 2) for that command.
  • Page 266 Forward Faxes Remotely Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Call your Brother machine from any touch-tone telephone or fax machine to forward incoming faxes to another machine. You must turn on Fax Storage to use this feature. 1. Dial your fax number.
  • Page 267 > Remote Fax Retrieval > Change the Fax Forwarding Number Change the Fax Forwarding Number Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW You can change your fax forwarding number from another touch-tone telephone or fax machine. 1. Dial your fax number. 2. When your machine answers, enter your Remote Access Code (three digits followed by *). If you hear one long beep, you have messages.
  • Page 268: Voice Operations And Fax Numbers

    Home > > Voice Operations and Fax Numbers Voice Operations and Fax Numbers • Voice Operations • Store Fax Numbers • Set up Groups for Broadcasting • Dial Access Codes and Credit Card Numbers...
  • Page 269: Voice Operations

    Home > > Voice Operations and Fax Numbers > Voice Operations Voice Operations • Send Tone Signals (For Canada) • Pick up a Voice Call in Fax/Tel Receive Mode • Special Line Considerations...
  • Page 270 Voice Operations > Send Tone Signals (For Canada) Send Tone Signals (For Canada) Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW If you have a Pulse dialing service, but must send Tone signals (for example, for telephone banking), follow these steps. If you have a Touch Tone service, you will not need this feature to send tone signals.
  • Page 271 > Pick up a Voice Call in Fax/Tel Receive Mode Pick up a Voice Call in Fax/Tel Receive Mode Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW When the machine is in Fax/Tel mode, it will use the F/T Ring (pseudo/double-ring) to alert you to pick up a voice call.
  • Page 272 Voice Operations and Fax Numbers > Voice Operations > Special Line Considerations Special Line Considerations • Rollover Telephone Lines • Two-Line Telephone System • Convert Telephone Wall Outlets • Install Your Brother Machine, an External Two-Line TAD and Two-Line Telephone...
  • Page 273 Special Line Considerations > Rollover Telephone Lines Rollover Telephone Lines Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW A rollover telephone system is a group of two or more separate telephone lines that pass incoming calls to each other if they are busy. This feature is available only in the USA and Canada.
  • Page 274 Special Line Considerations > Two-Line Telephone System Two-Line Telephone System Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW A two-line telephone system is nothing more than two separate telephone numbers on the same wall outlet. This feature is available only in the USA and Canada.
  • Page 275 Considerations > Convert Telephone Wall Outlets Convert Telephone Wall Outlets Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW This feature is available only in the USA and Canada. There are three ways to convert to an RJ11 jack. The first two ways may require assistance from the telephone company.
  • Page 276 > Voice Operations > Special Line Considerations > Install Your Brother Machine, an External Two-Line TAD and Two-Line Telephone Install Your Brother Machine, an External Two-Line TAD and Two-Line Telephone Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW When you are installing an external two-line telephone answering device (TAD) and a two-line telephone, your machine must be isolated on one line at both the wall jack and at the TAD.
  • Page 277: Store Fax Numbers

    Home > > Voice Operations and Fax Numbers > Store Fax Numbers Store Fax Numbers • Store Address Book Numbers • Change or Delete Address Book Names or Numbers • How to Enter Text on Your Brother Machine...
  • Page 278 > Voice Operations and Fax Numbers > Store Fax Numbers > Store Address Book Numbers Store Address Book Numbers Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW 1. Press [Fax] > [Address Book]. 2. Do the following steps: a. Press [Edit]. b. Press [Add New Address].
  • Page 279 Store Address Book Numbers > Store Address Book Numbers from Outgoing Calls Store Address Book Numbers from Outgoing Calls Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW You can store Address Book numbers from the Outgoing Call history. 1. Press [Fax] > [Call History] > [Outgoing Call].
  • Page 280 > Store Fax Numbers > Change or Delete Address Book Names or Numbers Change or Delete Address Book Names or Numbers Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW 1. Press [Fax] > [Address Book] > [Edit]. 2. Do one of the following: •...
  • Page 281: Set Up Groups For Broadcasting

    Voice Operations and Fax Numbers > Set up Groups for Broadcasting Set up Groups for Broadcasting Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW A Group, which can be stored in the Address Book (One Touch Dial or Speed Dial in some models) allows you to send the same fax message to many fax numbers.
  • Page 282 Set up Groups for Broadcasting > Change a Group Name Change a Group Name Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW 1. Press [Fax] > [Address Book] > [Edit] > [Change]. 2. Swipe up or down or press a or b to display the Group you want, and then press the Group name.
  • Page 283 > Set up Groups for Broadcasting > Delete a Group Delete a Group Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW 1. Press [Fax] > [Address Book] > [Edit] > [Delete]. 2. Swipe up or down or press a or b to display the Group you want, and then press the Group name.
  • Page 284 Set up Groups for Broadcasting > Add or Delete Group Members Add or Delete Group Members Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW 1. Press [Fax] > [Address Book] > [Edit] > [Change]. 2. Swipe up or down or press a or b to display the Group you want, and then press the Group name.
  • Page 285: Dial Access Codes And Credit Card Numbers

    To temporarily change a number, you can substitute part of the number by pressing it using the LCD. For example, to change the number to '555-7001', you could enter the number (Brother 1: 555) using Address Book, press [Apply], and then press 7001 using the LCD.
  • Page 286: Telephone Services And External Devices

    Home > > Telephone Services and External Devices Telephone Services and External Devices • Voice Mail • Distinctive Ring • External TAD (Telephone Answering Device) • External and Extension Telephones • Multi-line Connections (PBX)
  • Page 287: Voice Mail

    For example, if your Voice Mail is set to answer after four rings and your Brother machine is set to answer after two rings, then your Brother machine will answer first. This will prevent callers from being able to leave a message in your Voice Mail.
  • Page 288: Distinctive Ring

    This feature is available only in the USA and Canada. Distinctive Ring is a function of your Brother machine that allows a person with one line to receive fax and voice calls through two different phone numbers on that one line. Brother uses the term "Distinctive Ring," but telephone companies market the service under a variety of names, such as Custom Ringing, Personalized Ring, Smart Ring, Ident-A-Ring, Ident-A-Call, Data Ident-A-Call, Teen Ring, and SimpleBiz Fax &...
  • Page 289 Ring Pattern Rings short-short or long-long short-long-short short-short-long very long (normal pattern) • Ring Pattern #1 is often called Short-Short and is the most commonly used. • If the ring pattern you received is not on this chart, contact your telephone company and ask for one that is shown.
  • Page 290 The receive mode is automatically set to [Manual] and you cannot change it to another receive mode while Distinctive Ring is set to [On]. This ensures the Brother machine will only answer the Distinctive Ring number and not interfere when your main telephone number is called.
  • Page 291 Telephone Services and External Devices > Distinctive Ring > Turn Off Distinctive Ring Turn Off Distinctive Ring Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW This feature is available only in the USA and Canada. 1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Fax] > [Miscellaneous] > [Distinctive] >...
  • Page 292: External Tad (Telephone Answering Device)

    Telephone Services and External Devices > External TAD (Telephone Answering Device) External TAD (Telephone Answering Device) Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW You can connect an external Telephone Answering Device (TAD) to the same line as your machine. When the TAD answers a call, your machine will “listen” for the CNG (fax calling) tones sent by a sending fax machine. If it hears them it will take over the call and receive the fax.
  • Page 293 Device) > Connect an External TAD Connect an External TAD Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW The external TAD must be plugged into the back of the machine, into the jack labeled EXT. Your machine cannot work correctly if you plug the TAD into a wall jack (unless you are using Distinctive Ring).
  • Page 294 > Record an Outgoing Message (OGM) on the External TAD Record an Outgoing Message (OGM) on the External TAD Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW 1. Record 5 seconds of silence at the beginning of your message. This allows your machine time to listen for fax tones.
  • Page 295: External And Extension Telephones

    Telephone Services and External Devices > External and Extension Telephones External and Extension Telephones • Connect an External or Extension Telephone • Operation from External and Extension Telephones • If You Use a Non-Brother Cordless External Handset • Use the Remote Codes...
  • Page 296 > Connect an External or Extension Telephone Connect an External or Extension Telephone Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW You can connect a separate telephone to your machine as shown in the diagram below. Connect the telephone line cord to the jack labeled EXT.
  • Page 297 > Operation from External and Extension Telephones Operation from External and Extension Telephones Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Use extension telephones If you answer a fax call at an extension telephone, you can make your machine receive the fax by pressing the Fax Receive Code *51.
  • Page 298 Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW If your non-Brother cordless telephone is connected to the EXT. jack of the machine and you typically carry the cordless handset elsewhere, it is easier to answer calls during the Ring Delay. If you let the machine answer first, you must go to the machine so you can press [Pickup] or Hook to transfer the call to the cordless handset.
  • Page 299 External and Extension Telephones > Use the Remote Codes Use the Remote Codes Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Fax Receive Code If you answer a fax call on an extension telephone, you can tell your machine to receive it by pressing the Fax Receive Code *51.
  • Page 300 Remote Codes > Change the Remote Codes Change the Remote Codes Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW The preset Fax Receive Code is *51. The preset Telephone Answer Code is #51. If you are always disconnected when accessing your External TAD remotely, try changing the three-digit remote codes, for example to ### and 999.
  • Page 301: Multi-Line Connections (Pbx)

    Telephone Services and External Devices > Multi-line Connections (PBX) Multi-line Connections (PBX) Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW We suggest you ask the company that installed your PBX to connect your machine. If you have a multi line system we suggest you ask the installer to connect the unit to the last line on the system. This prevents the machine being activated each time the system receives telephone calls.
  • Page 302: Fax Reports

    Home > > Fax Reports Fax Reports The Transmission Verification Report and the Fax Journal are available to confirm the results of fax transmission. • Print a Transmission Verification Report • Print a Fax Journal...
  • Page 303: Print A Transmission Verification Report

    Prints a report if your fax is unsuccessful due to a transmission error. A portion of the fax’s first page appears on the report. No Report Your Brother machine does not print any reports after sending faxes. 1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Fax] > [Report Setting] > [Transmission].
  • Page 304: Print A Fax Journal

    Fax Reports > Print a Fax Journal Print a Fax Journal Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW You can set the machine to print a Fax Journal at specific intervals (every 50 faxes, 6, 12 or 24 hours, 2 or 7 days).
  • Page 305: Pc-Fax

    Home > > PC-FAX PC-FAX Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW • PC-FAX for Windows • PC-FAX for Mac...
  • Page 306: Pc-Fax For Windows

    Home > > PC-FAX > PC-FAX for Windows PC-FAX for Windows • PC-FAX Overview (Windows) • Send a Fax Using PC-FAX (Windows) • Receive Faxes on Your Computer (Windows)
  • Page 307 PC-FAX for Windows > PC-FAX Overview (Windows) PC-FAX Overview (Windows) Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Reduce paper consumption and save time by using Brother's PC-FAX software to send faxes directly from your machine. • Configure PC-FAX (Windows) • Configure your PC-Fax Address Book (Windows)
  • Page 308 • (Windows 8) Click (Brother Utilities), and then click the drop-down list and select your model name (if not already selected). Click PC-FAX in the left navigation bar, and then click Setup Sending. The PC-FAX Setup dialog box appears. 2. Do one of the following: •...
  • Page 309 Related Topics: • Transfer Faxes to Your Computer...
  • Page 310 Address Book (Windows) Configure your PC-Fax Address Book (Windows) Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Add, edit and delete members and groups to personalize your Brother Address Book. • Add a Member to the Address Book (Windows) • Create a Group in the Address Book (Windows) •...
  • Page 311 Add a Member to the Address Book (Windows) Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Add new people and their fax information to the PC-Fax Address Book if you want to send a fax using Brother PC-Fax software. 1. Do one of the following: •...
  • Page 312 3. Type the member's information in the corresponding fields. Only the Name field is required. 4. Click OK. Related Information • Configure your PC-Fax Address Book (Windows)
  • Page 313 • (Windows 8) Click (Brother Utilities), and then click the drop-down list and select your model name (if not already selected). Click PC-FAX in the left navigation bar, and then click Address Book (Send). The Address Book dialog box appears.
  • Page 314 3. Type the name of the new group in the Group Name field. 4. In the Available Names field, select each name you want to include in the group, and then click Add >>. Members added to the group appear in the Group Members box. 5.
  • Page 315 • (Windows 8) Click (Brother Utilities), and then click the drop-down list and select your model name (if not already selected). Click PC-FAX in the left navigation bar, and then click Address Book (Send). The Address Book dialog box appears.
  • Page 316 • (Windows 8) Click (Brother Utilities), and then click the drop-down list and select your model name (if not already selected). Click PC-FAX in the left navigation bar, and then click Address Book (Send). The Address Book dialog box appears.
  • Page 317 • (Windows 8) Click (Brother Utilities), and then click the drop-down list and select your model name (if not already selected). Click PC-FAX in the left navigation bar, and then click Address Book (Send). The Address Book dialog box appears.
  • Page 318 • Remote Setup Dial Data Browse to the folder where you want to save the data, type the file name in the File name field, and then click Save. 4. In the Available Items field, select the data you want to export, and then click Add >>. Select and add the items in the order you want them listed.
  • Page 319 • (Windows 8) Click (Brother Utilities), and then click the drop-down list and select your model name (if not already selected). Click PC-FAX in the left navigation bar, and then click Address Book (Send). The Address Book dialog box appears.
  • Page 320 You must select and add fields from the Available Items list in the same order they are listed in the import text file. 5. If you are importing an ASCII file, under the Divide Character section, select the Tab or Comma option to separate the data fields.
  • Page 321 1. Create a file in any application on your computer. 2. Select the print command in your application. 3. Select Brother PC-FAX as your printer, and then complete your print operation. The BrotherPC-FAX dialog box appears. 4. Type a fax number using one of the following methods: •...
  • Page 322 > Receive Faxes on Your Computer (Windows) Receive Faxes on Your Computer (Windows) Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Use Brother's PC-FAX software to receive faxes on your computer, screen them and print only those faxes you want. • Receive Faxes Using PC-FAX Receive (Windows)
  • Page 323 PC-FAX Receive supports only black and white faxes. When you turn off your computer, your machine will continue to receive and store faxes in your Brother machine's memory. The machine's LCD will display the number of stored faxes received. When you start this application, the software will transfer all received faxes to your computer at once.
  • Page 324 • (Windows 8) Click (Brother Utilities), and then click the drop-down list and select your model name (if not already selected). Click PC-FAX in the left navigation bar, and then click Receive. 2. Confirm the message and click Yes. The PC-FAX Receive window appears. The (PC-Fax Receive (Ready)) icon also appears in your computer task tray.
  • Page 325 Configure the path to the SharePoint server and select the option to upload automatically or manually (available only for Administrators). Device Select the Brother machine that you want to receive PC-FAX. Lock (available only for Administrators) Restrict users who do not have administrator privileges from configuring the settings options shown above.
  • Page 326 Related Information • Run Brother's PC-FAX Receive on Your Computer (Windows)
  • Page 327 4. Select the appropriate connection method. Select your machine from the automatic search results below. Connected Brother machines will be displayed. Select a device from the list. Click OK. Specify your machine by IP address Type the machine's IP address in the IP Address field, and then click OK.
  • Page 328 5. To change the computer name that will appear on the machine's LCD, type the new name in the Enter your PC display name (Max 15 Characters) field. 6. Click OK. Related Information • Run Brother's PC-FAX Receive on Your Computer (Windows)
  • Page 329 PC-FAX for Windows > Receive Faxes on Your Computer (Windows) > Receive Faxes Using PC-FAX Receive (Windows) > View Received Messages (Windows) View Received Messages (Windows) Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Receiving Status Icon Indicated Status Standby mode No unread messages Receiving messages...
  • Page 330 Even after closing the window, PC-FAX Receive is active and the (PC-Fax Receive (Ready) ) icon will remain in your computer task tray. To close PC-FAX Receive, click the icon in the computer task tray and click Close. Related Information •...
  • Page 331: Pc-Fax For Mac

    > PC-FAX > PC-FAX for Mac PC-FAX for Mac Use Brother's PC-FAX software to send faxes directly from your Mac without printing them. This feature helps reduce your paper consumption and save time. • Send Faxes from Your Application (Mac)
  • Page 332 Home > > PC-FAX > PC-FAX for Mac > Send Faxes from Your Application (Mac) Send Faxes from Your Application (Mac) Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/ MFC-L6800DW PC-FAX supports only black and white faxes. A black and white fax will be sent even if the original data is color and the receiving fax machine supports color faxes.
  • Page 333 To send a fax to more than one number, click the Add button after entering the first fax number and type the next fax number. The destination fax numbers will be listed in the Destination Fax Numbers field. 6. Click Print to send the fax. Related Information •...
  • Page 334: Print Data Directly From A Usb Flash Drive

    Home > Print Data Directly from a USB Flash Drive Print Data Directly from a USB Flash Drive You can print photos directly from digital camera media or a USB flash drive, or scan documents and save them directly to a USB flash drive. Supported file types are PDF, JPEG, TIFF, XPS, and PRN.
  • Page 335: Compatible Usb Flash Drives

    Home > Print Data Directly from a USB Flash Drive > Compatible USB Flash Drives Compatible USB Flash Drives IMPORTANT The USB direct interface supports only USB flash drives, PictBridge-compatible cameras and digital cameras that use the USB mass storage standard. Other USB devices are not supported. Compatible USB Flash Drives USB Class USB Mass Storage Class...
  • Page 336: Print Data Directly From A Usb Flash Drive Or Digital Camera Supporting Mass Storage

    Home > Print Data Directly from a USB Flash Drive > Print Data Directly from a USB Flash Drive or Digital Camera Supporting Mass Storage Print Data Directly from a USB Flash Drive or Digital Camera Supporting Mass Storage • Make sure your digital camera is turned on.
  • Page 337 • [Multiple Page] • [Orientation] • [2-sided] • [Collate] • [Tray Use] • [Print Quality] • [PDF Option] NOTE Depending on the file type, some of these settings may not appear. 6. Press [OK]. 7. Enter the number of copies you want. 8.
  • Page 338: Create A Prn File For Direct Printing (Windows)

    Home > Print Data Directly from a USB Flash Drive > Create a PRN File for Direct Printing (Windows) Create a PRN File for Direct Printing (Windows) These instructions may vary depending on your print application and operating system. 1. Select the print command in your application. 2.
  • Page 339: Network

    Home > Network Network • Get Started • Network Management Software and Utilities • Additional Methods of Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless Network • Advanced Network Features • Technical Information for Advanced Users...
  • Page 340: Get Started

    > Get Started Get Started We recommend setting up and connecting to your network using the Brother installation CD-ROM. This section provides more information about network connection types, introduces various methods to manage your network and explains some useful network features of your Brother machine.
  • Page 341: Supported Basic Network Features

    Windows 8 only) (available only for certain models) • Go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com download the latest version of Brother's BRAdmin Light. • Go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com...
  • Page 342: Network Management Software And Utilities

    Home > Network > Network Management Software and Utilities Network Management Software and Utilities Configure and change your Brother machine's network settings using a management utility. • Learn about Network Management Software and Utilities • Change Machine Settings from Your Computer •...
  • Page 343: Learn About Network Management Software And Utilities

    Windows computer on your LAN. BRAdmin Professional can also log activity of Brother devices on your network and export the log data in an HTML, CSV, TXT, or SQL format. For users who want to monitor locally-connected machines, install the Print Auditor Client software on the client computer.
  • Page 344: Additional Methods Of Configuring Your Brother Machine For A Wireless Network

    Home > Network > Additional Methods of Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless Network Additional Methods of Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless Network Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW To connect your machine to your wireless network, we recommend using the Installation CD-ROM.
  • Page 345: Before Configuring Your Brother Machine For A Wireless Network

    • Although the Brother machine can be used in both a wired and wireless network (supported models only), only one connection method can be used at a time. However, a wireless network connection and Wi-Fi Direct connection, or a wired network connection (supported models only) and Wi-Fi Direct connection can be used at the same time.
  • Page 346: Configure Your Machine For A Wireless Network

    • For Windows, follow these instructions. • For Mac, click Driver Download to go to the Brother Solutions Center. Follow the on-screen instructions to install printer drivers. 2. The opening screen appears automatically. Choose your language, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
  • Page 347: Configure Your Machine For A Wireless Network Using The One Push Method Of Wi-Fi Protected Setup ™ (Wps)

    If your wireless device is connected successfully, the machine's LCD displays [Connected]. You have completed the wireless network setup. To install drivers and software necessary for operating your device, insert the Brother Installation CD-ROM to your computer or go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com.
  • Page 348: Configure Your Machine For A Wireless Network Using The Pin Method Of Wi-Fi Protected Setup ™ (Wps)

    Home > Network > Additional Methods of Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless ™ Network > Configure Your Machine for a Wireless Network Using the PIN Method of Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Configure Your Machine for a Wireless Network Using the PIN Method ™...
  • Page 349 Routers or access points that support WPS are marked with this symbol: 1. Press [ ] [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Network] > [WLAN] > [WPS w/ PIN Code]. 2. When [Enable WLAN?] appears, press [Yes]. This will start the wireless setup wizard. To cancel, press [No]. 3.
  • Page 350 If your wireless device is connected successfully, the machine's LCD displays [Connected]. You have completed the wireless network setup. To install drivers and software necessary for operating your device, insert the Brother Installation CD-ROM to your computer or go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com.
  • Page 351: Configure Your Machine For A Wireless Network In Ad-Hoc Mode (For Ieee 802.11B/G/N)

    Home > Network > Additional Methods of Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless Network > Configure Your Machine for a Wireless Network in Ad-Hoc Mode (For IEEE 802.11b/g/n) Configure Your Machine for a Wireless Network in Ad-Hoc Mode (For IEEE 802.11b/g/n)
  • Page 352 If your wireless device is connected successfully, the machine's LCD displays [Connected]. You have completed the wireless network setup. To install drivers and software necessary for operating your device, insert the Brother Installation CD-ROM to your computer or go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com.
  • Page 353 Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW If you are trying to pair your Brother machine to a computer that is already in Ad-Hoc mode and has a configured SSID, use these instructions. Before configuring your machine, we recommend writing down your wireless network settings. You will need this information before you continue with the configuration.
  • Page 354 You have completed the wireless network setup. To install drivers and software necessary for operating your device, insert the Brother Installation CD-ROM to your computer or go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com. Related Information •...
  • Page 355 WEP key only. • If you need assistance during setup and want to contact Brother Customer Service, make sure you have your SSID (Network Name) and Network Key ready. We cannot assist you in locating this information.
  • Page 356 If your wireless device is connected successfully, the machine's LCD displays [Connected]. You have completed the wireless network setup. To install drivers and software necessary for operating your device, insert the Brother Installation CD-ROM to your computer or go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com.
  • Page 357: Configure Your Machine For A Wireless Network When The Ssid Is Not Broadcast

    Infrastructure WPA2-PSK 12345678 If your router uses WEP encryption, enter the key used as the first WEP key. Your Brother machine supports the use of the first WEP key only. 2. Press [ ] [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Network] > [WLAN] > [Setup Wizard].
  • Page 358 If your wireless device is connected successfully, the machine's LCD displays [Connected]. You have completed the wireless network setup. To install drivers and software necessary for operating your device, insert the Brother Installation CD-ROM to your computer or go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com.
  • Page 359: Configure Your Machine For An Enterprise Wireless Network

    Home > Network > Additional Methods of Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless Network > Configure Your Machine for an Enterprise Wireless Network Configure Your Machine for an Enterprise Wireless Network Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Before configuring your machine, we recommend writing down your wireless network settings. You will need this information before you continue with the configuration.
  • Page 360 If your wireless device is connected successfully, the machine's LCD displays [Connected]. You have completed the wireless network setup. To install drivers and software necessary for operating your device, insert the Brother Installation CD-ROM to your computer or go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com.
  • Page 361 Related Topics: • Wireless LAN Report Error Codes...
  • Page 362: Use Wi-Fi Direct

    Home > Network > Additional Methods of Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless Network > Use ® Wi-Fi Direct ® Use Wi-Fi Direct • Print or Scan from Your Mobile Device Using Wi-Fi Direct • Configure Your Wi-Fi Direct Network •...
  • Page 363 . It allows you to ™ configure a secured wireless network between your Brother machine and a mobile device, such as an Android device, Windows Phone device, iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad, without using an access point. Wi-Fi Direct ™...
  • Page 364 Home > Network > Additional Methods of Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless Network > ® Wi-Fi Direct > Configure Your Wi-Fi Direct Network Configure Your Wi-Fi Direct Network Configure your Wi-Fi Direct network settings from your machine's control panel.
  • Page 365 Method of Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). To use Brother iPrint&Scan functionality in a Wi-Fi Direct network configured by one-push configuration using Wi- Fi Direct or by PIN Method configuration using Wi-Fi Direct, the device you use to configure Wi-Fi Direct must be ™...
  • Page 366 • Configure Your Wi-Fi Direct Network Using the PIN Method ™ • Configure Your Wi-Fi Direct Network Using the PIN Method of Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) • Configure Your Wi-Fi Direct Network Manually...
  • Page 367 • When your Brother machine is not the G/O, it displays available device names with which to configure a Wi-Fi Direct network. Select the mobile device you want to connect to. Search for available devices again by pressing [Rescan].
  • Page 368 Home > Network > Additional Methods of Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless Network > ® Wi-Fi Direct > Configure Your Wi-Fi Direct Network > Configure Your Wi-Fi Direct Network Using the One- ™ Push Method of Wi-Fi Protected Setup...
  • Page 369 3. Do one of the following: • When your Brother machine is the Group Owner (G/O), it will wait for a connection request from your mobile device. When [PIN Code] appears, enter the PIN displayed on your mobile device in the machine.
  • Page 370 Home > Network > Additional Methods of Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless Network > ® Wi-Fi Direct > Configure Your Wi-Fi Direct Network > Configure Your Wi-Fi Direct Network Using the PIN ™ Method of Wi-Fi Protected Setup...
  • Page 371 Home > Network > Additional Methods of Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless Network > ® Wi-Fi Direct > Configure Your Wi-Fi Direct Network > Configure Your Wi-Fi Direct Network Manually Configure Your Wi-Fi Direct Network Manually Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW If your mobile device does not support Wi-Fi Direct or WPS, you must configure a Wi-Fi Direct network manually.
  • Page 372: Advanced Network Features

    Advanced Network Features • Print the Network Configuration Report • Configure Your Mail Server Settings Using Web Based Management • Configure the Brother Machine for Email or Internet Fax (I-Fax) • I-Fax Options • Use the Send Fax to Server Feature •...
  • Page 373: Print The Network Configuration Report

    2. Press [Yes]. Related Information • Advanced Network Features Related Topics: • Where Can I Find My Brother Machine's Network Settings? • Use the Network Connection Repair Tool (Windows) • I Want to Check that My Network Devices are Working Correctly •...
  • Page 374: Configure Your Mail Server Settings Using Web Based Management

    Management Configure Your Mail Server Settings Using Web Based Management Use Web Based Management to configure your Brother machine to connect with your mail server. 1. Start your web browser. 2. Type "http://machine's IP address" in your browser's address bar (where "machine's IP address" is the machine's IP address).
  • Page 376 7. Select the mail server you want to configure. 8. Enter the necessary settings for the mail server. If you select the IMAP4 option, you must enter the full path of the mail folder using single byte characters only, and then enter "Inbox" for the root mail folder. 9.
  • Page 377: Configure The Brother Machine For Email Or Internet Fax (I-Fax)

    Configure the Brother Machine for Email or Internet Fax (I-Fax) Before using I-Fax, configure your Brother machine to communicate with your network and mail server. You can configure these items using the machine's control panel, Web Based Management, Remote setup, or BRAdmin Professional.
  • Page 378 I-Fax supports sending and receiving documents in Letter or A4 format and in black and white only. • (MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW) To use this function, go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com to update your machine's firmware or the program in your machine.
  • Page 379 Home > Network > Advanced Network Features > Configure the Brother Machine for Email or Internet Fax (I-Fax) > Fax Using the Internet (I-Fax) > Important Information about Internet Fax (I-Fax) Important Information about Internet Fax (I-Fax) Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW I-Fax communication on a LAN is very similar to communication via email;...
  • Page 380 • Request Delivery Notification (Send) If you are unsure of any of these items, contact your system administrator. Related Information • Configure the Brother Machine for Email or Internet Fax (I-Fax) Related Topics: • Forward Received Email and Fax Messages...
  • Page 381 MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Sending an I-Fax is like sending a normal fax. Make sure that your recipient's information is saved in your email address book, and load the document you want to I-Fax into your Brother machine. • If the computer to which you want to send a document is not running Windows XP, Windows Server 2003/2008/2012/2012 R2, Windows Vista, Windows 7, or Windows 8, ask the computer's owner to install software that can view TIFF-F files.
  • Page 382 How Your Brother Machine Receives an Internet Fax (I-Fax) Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW When your Brother machine receives an incoming I-Fax, it will print the I-Fax automatically. To receive an I- Fax, we recommend using the control panel or Web Based Management to configure the following optional items: •...
  • Page 383 If Delete/Read Receive Error Mail is On (default), then the error mail will be deleted from the email server automatically. Related Information • Configure the Brother Machine for Email or Internet Fax (I-Fax) Related Topics: • Store Incoming Faxes in the Machine's Memory •...
  • Page 384 [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Network] > [E-mail/IFAX] > [Manual POP3 Receive]. 2. Press [Yes] to confirm. 3. The LCD displays [Receiving] and your machine will print the data from the email server. Related Information • Configure the Brother Machine for Email or Internet Fax (I-Fax)
  • Page 385 Subject line that your email server has received an I-Fax. You can either wait for your Brother machine to poll the email server, or you can manually poll the email server to receive the incoming data.
  • Page 386 Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Use Brother's I-Fax feature to forward email or standard fax messages to another computer, to a fax machine, or to another I-Fax machine. Enable the Forwarding feature using your machine's control panel. To enable forwarding using your machine's control panel : 1.
  • Page 387 Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW A Relay Broadcast is when your Brother machine receives a message over the Internet and then relays it to another fax machine using conventional telephone lines. If you must fax a document over a long distance or abroad, use the Relay Broadcast Function to save the communication fee.
  • Page 388 Related Information • Configure the Brother Machine for Email or Internet Fax (I-Fax) • Relay Broadcast from Your Brother Machine • Relay Broadcast from Your Computer...
  • Page 389 UKFAX@brother.co.uk(fax#123456789) 1. The Internet In this example, your machine's email address is FAX@brother.com and you want to send a document from your machine to a standard fax machine in England with the email address UKFAX@brother.co.uk, and you want your machine to send the document using a conventional telephone line.
  • Page 390 8. Press [Fax Start]. Related Information • Relay Broadcast Related Topics: • How to Enter Text on Your Brother Machine...
  • Page 391 Home > Network > Advanced Network Features > Configure the Brother Machine for Email or Internet Fax (I-Fax) > Relay Broadcast > Relay Broadcast from Your Computer Relay Broadcast from Your Computer Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Use the Relay Broadcast Function to send email from your computer to a conventional fax machine.
  • Page 392: I-Fax Options

    Home > Network > Advanced Network Features > I-Fax Options I-Fax Options • Internet Fax (I-Fax) Verification Mail • Error Mail • Configure the Brother Machine for Email or Internet Fax (I-Fax)
  • Page 393 Verification Mail for receiving allows you to transmit a default report back to the sending station after successfully receiving and processing an I-Fax or email. To use this feature, set the [Notification] options in the [Setup Mail RX] and [Setup Mail TX] options of your Brother machine's control panel menu. Related Information •...
  • Page 394 Internet Fax (I-Fax) Verification Mail > Enable Send Notifications for TX Verification Mail Enable Send Notifications for TX Verification Mail Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW 1. Press [ ] [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Network] > [E-mail/IFAX] > [Setup Mail TX] >...
  • Page 395 Internet Fax (I-Fax) Verification Mail > Enable Receive Notification for TX Verification Mail Enable Receive Notification for TX Verification Mail Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW 1. Press [ ] [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Network] > [E-mail/IFAX] > [Setup Mail RX] >...
  • Page 396 Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW If there is a delivery error while sending an I-Fax, the mail server will send an error message back to the Brother machine and the error message will be printed. If there is an error while receiving an I-Fax, an error message will be printed, for example, "The message being sent to the machine was not in a TIFF-F format."...
  • Page 397: Use The Send Fax To Server Feature

    You can send a fax directly from the machine using the manual fax feature when the Send to Server feature is (MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW) To use this function, go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com to update your machine's firmware or the program in your machine.
  • Page 398 Use the Send Fax to Server Feature > Before Sending a Fax to the Fax Server Before Sending a Fax to the Fax Server Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW:standard, MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/ MFC-L5800DW: available as a download To send a document to the fax server, the correct syntax for that server must be used. The destination fax number must be sent with a prefix and a suffix that match the parameters used by the fax server.
  • Page 399 MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW:standard, MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/ MFC-L5800DW: available as a download • Store the prefix/suffix address for the fax server in your Brother machine. 1. Press [ ] [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Network] > [Fax to Server]. 2. Press [Fax to Server].
  • Page 400 Use the Send Fax to Server Feature > Operate Fax to Server Operate Fax to Server Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW 1. Place the document in the ADF or on the scanner glass. 2. Enter the fax number. 3. Press [Fax Start].
  • Page 401: Print The Wlan Report

    Related Information • Advanced Network Features • Wireless LAN Report Error Codes Related Topics: • My Brother Machine Cannot Print, Scan, or PC-FAX Receive over the Network • I Want to Check that My Network Devices are Working Correctly...
  • Page 402 • If your WLAN access point/router is using MAC address filtering, confirm that the MAC address of the Brother machine is allowed in the filter. 2. If you manually entered the SSID and security information (SSID/authentication method/ encryption method/Network Key), the information may be incorrect.
  • Page 403 The security information (SSID/Network Key) is incorrect. Confirm the SSID and Network Key. If your router uses WEP encryption, enter the key used as the first WEP key. Your Brother machine supports the use of the first WEP key only. TS-06 The wireless security information (Authentication method/Encryption method/Network Key) is incorrect.
  • Page 404: Configure And Operate Ldap Search

    • The LDAP feature does not support SSL/TLS. • (DCP-L5500DN/DCP-L5600DN/DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW) To use this function, go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com to update your machine's firmware or the program in your machine. Related Information •...
  • Page 405 5. Click Protocol in the left navigation bar. 6. Select the LDAP check box, and then click Submit. 7. Restart your Brother machine to activate the configuration. 8. On your computer, in Web Based Management's Address Book tab, select LDAP in the left navigation bar.
  • Page 406 Home > Network > Advanced Network Features > Configure and Operate LDAP Search > Perform an LDAP Search Using Your Machine's Control Panel Perform an LDAP Search Using Your Machine's Control Panel After you configure LDAP settings, you can use the LDAP search feature to find fax numbers or email addresses to use for: •...
  • Page 407: Synchronize Time With The Sntp Server Using Web Based Management

    Home > Network > Advanced Network Features > Synchronize Time with the SNTP Server Using Web Based Management Synchronize Time with the SNTP Server Using Web Based Management The Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP) is used to synchronize the time used by the machine for authentication with the SNTP time server.
  • Page 408 Based Management > Configure Date and Time Using Web Based Management Configure Date and Time Using Web Based Management Related Models: DCP-L5600DN/DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/ MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Configure date and time to synchronize the time used by the machine with the SNTP time server.
  • Page 409 5. Click Protocol in the left navigation bar. 6. Select the SNTP check box to activate the settings. 7. Restart your Brother machine to activate the configuration. 8. Next to the SNTP check box, click Advanced Settings and follow the instructions below:...
  • Page 410 Option Description Type the address you want to use. Primary SNTP Server Type the server address (up to 64 characters). Address The secondary SNTP server address is used as a backup to the primary Secondary SNTP Server SNTP server address. If the primary server is unavailable, the machine will Address contact the secondary SNTP server.
  • Page 411: Technical Information For Advanced Users

    Home > Network > Technical Information for Advanced Users Technical Information for Advanced Users • Gigabit Ethernet (Wired Network Only) • Reset the Network Settings to the Factory Settings...
  • Page 412: Gigabit Ethernet (Wired Network Only)

    Home > Network > Technical Information for Advanced Users > Gigabit Ethernet (Wired Network Only) Gigabit Ethernet (Wired Network Only) Related Models: DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Your machine supports 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet. To connect to a 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet Network, you must set the machine’s Ethernet link mode to Auto from the machine’s control panel or Web Based Management (web browser).
  • Page 413 Home > Network > Technical Information for Advanced Users > Gigabit Ethernet (Wired Network Only) > Configure the Gigabit Ethernet Settings Using Web Based Management Configure the Gigabit Ethernet Settings Using Web Based Management Related Models: DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW 1. Start your web browser. 2.
  • Page 414: Reset The Network Settings To The Factory Settings

    Home > Network > Technical Information for Advanced Users > Reset the Network Settings to the Factory Settings Reset the Network Settings to the Factory Settings You can use your machine's control panel to reset the print server to its default factory settings. This resets all information, such as the password and IP address.
  • Page 415: Security

    Home > Security Security • Lock the Machine Settings • Network Security Features...
  • Page 416: Lock The Machine Settings

    Lock the Machine Settings Before turning on the machine's Access Lock, make a careful note of your password. If you forget the password, you must reset all passwords stored in the machine by contacting your administrator or Brother Customer Service.
  • Page 417: About Using Setting Lock

    Home > Security > Lock the Machine Settings > About Using Setting Lock About Using Setting Lock Use the Setting Lock feature to block unauthorized access to machine settings. When Setting Lock is set to [On], you cannot access the machine settings without entering the password. •...
  • Page 418 Home > Security > Lock the Machine Settings > About Using Setting Lock > Set the Setting Lock Password Set the Setting Lock Password 1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [General Setup] > [Setting Lock]. 2. Enter a four-digit number for the password. 3.
  • Page 419 Home > Security > Lock the Machine Settings > About Using Setting Lock > Change the Setting Lock Password Change the Setting Lock Password 1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [General Setup] > [Setting Lock] > [Set Password]. 2. Enter the current four-digit password. 3.
  • Page 420 Home > Security > Lock the Machine Settings > About Using Setting Lock > Turn On Setting Lock Turn On Setting Lock 1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [General Setup] > [Setting Lock] > [Lock Off⇒On]. 2. Enter the current four-digit password. 3.
  • Page 421: Network Security Features

    Home > Security > Network Security Features Network Security Features • Before Using Network Security Features • Secure Function Lock 3.0 • Use Active Directory Authentication • Use LDAP Authentication • Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/TLS • Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using IPsec •...
  • Page 422: Before Using Network Security Features

    > Before Using Network Security Features Before Using Network Security Features Your Brother machine employs some of the latest network security and encryption protocols available today. These network features can be integrated into your overall network security plan to help protect your data and prevent unauthorized access to the machine.
  • Page 423: Secure Function Lock 3.0

    Security > Network Security Features > Secure Function Lock 3.0 Secure Function Lock 3.0 Brother's Secure Function Lock 3.0 increases security by restricting the functions available on your Brother machine. • Before Using Secure Function Lock 3.0 • Configure Secure Function Lock 3.0 Using Web Based Management •...
  • Page 424 BRAdmin Professional (Windows): • Print Print includes print jobs sent via AirPrint and Brother iPrint&Scan. If you register users' login names in advance, the users will not need to enter their passwords when they use the print function. •...
  • Page 425 If this option is not available, update your machine's firmware. Go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com. 17. To register the user's Card ID, type the card number in the Card ID (NFC ID) field (available only for certain models).
  • Page 426 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Secure Function Lock 3.0 > Scan Using Secure Function Lock 3.0 Scan Using Secure Function Lock 3.0 Setting Scan restrictions (for administrators) Secure Function Lock 3.0 allows an administrator to restrict which users are allowed to scan. When the Scan feature is set to Off for the public user setting, only users who have the Scan check box selected will be able to scan.
  • Page 427 Public users will not need to enter a password to access the features made available through Public Mode settings. Public Mode includes print jobs sent via AirPrint and Brother iPrint&Scan. 1. Start your web browser. 2. Type "http://machine's IP address" in your browser's address bar (where "machine's IP address" is the machine's IP address).
  • Page 428 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Secure Function Lock 3.0 > Additional Secure Function Lock 3.0 Features Additional Secure Function Lock 3.0 Features Configure the following features in the Secure Function Lock screen: All Counter Reset Click All Counter Reset, in the Page Counters column, to reset the page counter. Export to CSV file Click Export to CSV file, to export the current page counter including User List / Restricted Functions information as a CSV file.
  • Page 429 2. Press [Register Card]. 3. Touch a new ID Card to the NFC logo. The new ID Card's number is registered to the machine. For the supported ID Card types, go to the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com to see FAQs &...
  • Page 430: Use Active Directory Authentication

    Home > Security > Network Security Features > Use Active Directory Authentication Use Active Directory Authentication • Introduction to Active Directory Authentication • Configure Active Directory Authentication Using Web Based Management • Log On to Change the Machine Settings Using the Machine's Control Panel (Active Directory Authentication)
  • Page 431 Directory Authentication Introduction to Active Directory Authentication Active Directory Authentication restricts the use of your Brother machine. If Active Directory Authentication is enabled, the machine's control panel will be locked. You cannot change the machine's settings until you enter a User ID and password.
  • Page 432 LDAP Search Root Type the LDAP search root (available only for LDAP + kerberos authentication method). If this option is not available, update your machine's firmware. Go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com. 10. Click Submit.
  • Page 433 Related Information • Use Active Directory Authentication...
  • Page 434 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Use Active Directory Authentication > Log On to Change the Machine Settings Using the Machine's Control Panel (Active Directory Authentication) Log On to Change the Machine Settings Using the Machine's Control Panel (Active Directory Authentication) When Active Directory Authentication is enabled, the machine's control panel will be locked until you enter your User ID and password on the machine's control panel.
  • Page 435: Use Ldap Authentication

    Home > Security > Network Security Features > Use LDAP Authentication Use LDAP Authentication • Introduction to LDAP Authentication • Configure LDAP Authentication Using Web Based Management • Log On to Change the Machine Settings Using the Machine's Control Panel (LDAP Authentication)
  • Page 436 Authentication Introduction to LDAP Authentication LDAP Authentication restricts the use of your Brother machine. If LDAP Authentication is enabled, the machine's control panel will be locked. You cannot change the machine's settings until you enter a User ID and password.
  • Page 437 Attribute of Name (Search Type the attribute you want to use as a search key. Key) If this option is not available, update your machine's firmware. Go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com. 10. Click Submit.
  • Page 438 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Use LDAP Authentication > Log On to Change the Machine Settings Using the Machine's Control Panel (LDAP Authentication) Log On to Change the Machine Settings Using the Machine's Control Panel (LDAP Authentication) When LDAP Authentication is enabled, the machine's control panel will be locked until you enter your User ID and password on the machine's control panel.
  • Page 439: Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using Ssl/Tls

    Home > Security > Network Security Features > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/TLS Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/TLS • Introduction to SSL/TLS • Certificates and Web Based Management • Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using Web Based Management •...
  • Page 440 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/ > Introduction to SSL/TLS Introduction to SSL/TLS Secure Socket Layer (SSL) or Transport Layer Security (TLS) is an effective method of protecting data sent over a local or wide area network (LAN or WAN).
  • Page 441 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/ > Introduction to SSL/TLS > Brief History of SSL/TLS Brief History of SSL/TLS SSL/TLS was originally created to secure web traffic information, particularly data sent between web browsers and servers.
  • Page 442 Benefits of Using SSL/TLS The primary benefit of using SSL/TLS on Brother machines is to guarantee secure printing over an IP network by restricting unauthorized users from reading data sent to the machine. SSL's key selling point is that it can be used to print confidential data securely.
  • Page 443 Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/ > Certificates and Web Based Management Certificates and Web Based Management You must configure a certificate to manage your networked Brother machine securely using SSL/TLS. You must use Web Based Management to configure a certificate. •...
  • Page 444 > Supported Security Certificate Features Supported Security Certificate Features Your Brother machine supports the use of multiple security certificates, which allows secure management, authentication, and communication with the machine. The following security certificate features can be used with the machine: •...
  • Page 445 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/ > Certificates and Web Based Management > Create and Install a Certificate Create and Install a Certificate • Step by Step Guide for Creating and Installing a Certificate •...
  • Page 446 Certificate from a CA 1. Create a Certificate Signing Request (CSR) using Web Based Management. 2. Install the certificate issued by the CA on your Brother machine using Web Based Management. 3. Install the certificate on your computer. Related Information •...
  • Page 447 > Create and Install a Self- signed Certificate Create and Install a Self-signed Certificate • Create a Self-signed Certificate • Install the Self-signed Certificate for Windows users with Administrator Rights • Import and Export the Self-signed Certificate on your Brother Machine...
  • Page 448 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/ > Certificates and Web Based Management > Create and Install a Certificate > Create and Install a Self- signed Certificate > Create a Self-signed Certificate Create a Self-signed Certificate 1.
  • Page 449 17. Click Yes to restart your print server. The self-signed certificate is created and saved in your machine's memory. To use SSL/TLS communication, the self-signed certificate must be installed on your computer. Related Information • Create and Install a Self-signed Certificate...
  • Page 450 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/ > Certificates and Web Based Management > Create and Install a Certificate > Create and Install a Self- signed Certificate > Install the Self-signed Certificate for Windows users with Administrator Rights Install the Self-signed Certificate for Windows users with Administrator Rights The following steps are for Microsoft Internet Explorer.
  • Page 451 4. Click Continue to this website (not recommended). (Windows XP and Windows Server 2003) When the following dialog box appears, click View Certificate, and then go to step 6. 5. Click Certificate Error, and then click View certificates.
  • Page 452 6. Click Install Certificate..7. When the Certificate Import Wizard appears, click Next. 8. Select Place all certificates in the following store, and then click Browse..
  • Page 453 9. Select Trusted Root Certification Authorities, and then click OK. 10. Click Next. 11. Click Finish. 12. Click Yes, if the fingerprint (thumbprint) is correct. The fingerprint (thumbprint) is printed on the Network Configuration Report. 13. Click OK. The self-signed certificate is now installed on your computer, and SSL/TLS communication is available. Related Information •...
  • Page 454 > Import and Export the Self-signed Certificate on your Brother Machine Import and Export the Self-signed Certificate on your Brother Machine You can store the self-signed certificates on your Brother machine and manage them by importing and exporting. • Import the Self-signed Certificate •...
  • Page 455 Create and Install a Certificate > Create and Install a Self- signed Certificate > Import and Export the Self-signed Certificate on your Brother Machine > Import the Self- signed Certificate Import the Self-signed Certificate 1. Start your web browser. 2. Type "http://machine's IP address" in your browser's address bar (where "machine's IP address" is the machine's IP address).
  • Page 456 Create and Install a Certificate > Create and Install a Self- signed Certificate > Import and Export the Self-signed Certificate on your Brother Machine > Export the Self- signed Certificate Export the Self-signed Certificate 1. Start your web browser. 2. Type "http://machine's IP address" in your browser's address bar (where "machine's IP address" is the machine's IP address).
  • Page 457 CA, create a Certificate Signing Request (CSR), send it to a CA for authentication, and install the returned certificate on your machine. • Create a Certificate Signing Request (CSR) • Install a Certificate on Your Brother Machine • Import and Export the Certificate and Private Key...
  • Page 458 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/ > Certificates and Web Based Management > Create and Install a Certificate > Create and Install a Certificate from a Certificate Authority (CA) > Create a Certificate Signing Request (CSR) Create a Certificate Signing Request (CSR) A Certificate Signing Request (CSR) is a request sent to a Certificate Authority (CA) to authenticate the credentials contained within the certificate.
  • Page 459 Client Certificate for an IEEE 802.1x environment with EAP-TLS authentication, we recommend using User for the certificate template. For more information, go to your model's page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com. Related Information •...
  • Page 460 Create and Install a Certificate from a Certificate Authority (CA) > Install a Certificate on Your Brother Machine Install a Certificate on Your Brother Machine When you receive a certificate from a CA, follow the steps below to install it into the print server: Only a certificate issued with your machine's CSR can be installed onto the machine.
  • Page 461 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/ > Certificates and Web Based Management > Create and Install a Certificate > Create and Install a Certificate from a Certificate Authority (CA) > Import and Export the Certificate and Private Key Import and Export the Certificate and Private Key Store the certificate and private key on your machine and manage them by importing and exporting them.
  • Page 462 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/ > Certificates and Web Based Management > Create and Install a Certificate > Create and Install a Certificate from a Certificate Authority (CA) > Import and Export the Certificate and Private Key >...
  • Page 463 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/ > Certificates and Web Based Management > Create and Install a Certificate > Create and Install a Certificate from a Certificate Authority (CA) > Import and Export the Certificate and Private Key >...
  • Page 464 Create and Install a Certificate > Import and Export a CA Certificate Import and Export a CA Certificate You can import, export and store CA certificates on your Brother machine. • Import a CA Certificate • Export a CA Certificate...
  • Page 465 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/ > Certificates and Web Based Management > Create and Install a Certificate > Import and Export a CA Certificate > Import a CA Certificate Import a CA Certificate 1.
  • Page 466 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/ > Certificates and Web Based Management > Create and Install a Certificate > Import and Export a CA Certificate > Export a CA Certificate Export a CA Certificate 1.
  • Page 467 In Web Based Management, navigate to the Certificate or CA Certificate screen to view certificate content, delete, or export your certificates. Maximum Number of Certificates Stored UP on Brother Machine Self-signed Certificate or Certificate Issued by a CA CA Certificate We recommend storing one less certificate than allowed, reserving an empty spot in case of certificate expiration.
  • Page 468 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/ > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using Web Based Management Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using Web Based Management To manage your network machine securely, you must use management utilities with security protocols. We recommend using the HTTPS protocol for secure management.
  • Page 469 In this mode, the print server uses version 1 and version 2c of the SNMP protocol. You can use all Brother applications in this mode. However, it is not secure since it will not authenticate the user, and data will not be encrypted.
  • Page 470 To use BRAdmin Professional utility, you must: • Use the latest version of BRAdmin Professional. Go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com. If you use an older version of BRAdmin to manage your Brother machines, the user authentication will not be secure.
  • Page 471 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/ > Print Documents Securely Using SSL/TLS Print Documents Securely Using SSL/TLS To print documents securely with IPP protocol, use the IPPS protocol. 1. Start your web browser. 2.
  • Page 472: Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using Ipsec

    Home > Security > Network Security Features > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using IPsec Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using IPsec • Introduction to IPsec • Configure IPsec Using Web Based Management • Configure an IPsec Address Template Using Web Based Management •...
  • Page 473 For IPsec transmissions, the following conditions are necessary: A computer that can communicate using IPsec is connected to the network. Your Brother machine is configured for IPsec communication. The computer connected to your Brother machine is configured for IPsec connections. • IPsec settings The settings that are necessary for connections using IPsec.
  • Page 474 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using IPsec > Configure IPsec Using Web Based Management Configure IPsec Using Web Based Management The IPsec connection conditions are comprised of two Template types: Address and IPsec. You can configure up to 10 connection conditions.
  • Page 475 In Main mode, the processing speed is slow, but the security is high. In Aggressive mode, the processing speed is faster than Main mode, but the security is lower. 9. In the All Non-IPsec Traffic field, select the action to be taken for non-IPsec packets. When using Web Services, you must select Allow for All Non-IPsec Traffic.
  • Page 476 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using IPsec > Configure an IPsec Address Template Using Web Based Management Configure an IPsec Address Template Using Web Based Management 1. Start your web browser. 2. Type "http://machine's IP address" in your browser's address bar (where "machine's IP address" is the machine's IP address).
  • Page 477 For example: 192.168.1.1/24 Because the prefix is specified in the form of a 24-bit subnet mask (255.255.255.0) for 192.168.1.1, the addresses 192.168.1.xxx are valid. 10. Select a Remote IP Address option to specify the IP address conditions for the recipient: •...
  • Page 478 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using IPsec > Configure an IPsec Template Using Web Based Management Configure an IPsec Template Using Web Based Management 1. Start your web browser. 2. Type "http://machine's IP address" in your browser's address bar (where "machine's IP address" is the machine's IP address).
  • Page 479 Related Information • Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using IPsec • IKEv1 Settings for an IPsec Template • IKEv2 Settings for an IPsec Template • Manual Settings for an IPsec Template...
  • Page 480 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using IPsec > Configure an IPsec Template Using Web Based Management > IKEv1 Settings for an IPsec Template IKEv1 Settings for an IPsec Template Template Name Type a name for the template (up to 16 characters).
  • Page 481 Use Prefixed Template Select Custom, IKEv1 High Security or IKEv1 Medium Security. The setting items are different depending on the selected template. The default template differs depending on whether you chose Main or Aggressive for Negotiation Mode on the IPsec configuration screen. Internet Key Exchange (IKE) IKE is a communication protocol that is used to exchange encryption keys in order to carry out encrypted communication using IPsec.
  • Page 482 Type the time (seconds) and number of kilobytes (KByte) before the IPsec SA will expire. • Encapsulation Mode Select Transport or Tunnel. • Remote Router IP-Address Type the IP address (IPv4 or IPv6) of the remote router. Enter this information only when the Tunnel mode is selected.
  • Page 483 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using IPsec > Configure an IPsec Template Using Web Based Management > IKEv2 Settings for an IPsec Template IKEv2 Settings for an IPsec Template Template Name Type a name for the template (up to 16 characters).
  • Page 484 Use Prefixed Template Select Custom, IKEv2 High Security, or IKEv2 Medium Security. The setting items are different depending on the selected template. Internet Key Exchange (IKE) IKE is a communication protocol that is used to exchange encryption keys in order to carry out encrypted communication using IPsec.
  • Page 485 SA (Security Association) is an encrypted communication method using IPsec or IPv6 that exchanges and shares information, such as the encryption method and encryption key, in order to establish a secure communication channel before communication begins. SA may also refer to a virtual encrypted communication channel that has been established.
  • Page 486 Related Information • Configure an IPsec Template Using Web Based Management...
  • Page 487 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using IPsec > Configure an IPsec Template Using Web Based Management > Manual Settings for an IPsec Template Manual Settings for an IPsec Template Template Name Type a name for the template (up to 16 characters). Use Prefixed Template Select Custom.
  • Page 488 Select Manual. Authentication Key (ESP,AH) Specify the key to use for authentication. Type the In/Out values. These settings are necessary when Custom is selected for Use Prefixed Template, Manual is selected for Internet Key Exchange (IKE), and a setting other than None is selected for Hash for Encapsulating Security section.
  • Page 489 ESP is a protocol for carrying out encrypted communication using IPsec. ESP encrypts the payload (communicated contents) and adds additional information. The IP packet is comprised of the header and the encrypted payload, which follows the header. In addition to the encrypted data, the IP packet also includes information regarding the encryption method and encryption key, the authentication data, and so on.
  • Page 490: Send Or Receive An Email Securely

    Home > Security > Network Security Features > Send or Receive an Email Securely Send or Receive an Email Securely • Configure Email Sending or Receiving Using Web Based Management • Send an Email with User Authentication • Send or Receive an Email Securely Using SSL TLS...
  • Page 491 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Send or Receive an Email Securely > Configure Email Sending or Receiving Using Web Based Management Configure Email Sending or Receiving Using Web Based Management We recommend using Web Based Management to configure secured email sending with user authentication, or email sending and receiving using SSL/TLS.
  • Page 492 User Authentication Send an Email with User Authentication Your Brother machine supports the SMTP-AUTH method to send email via an email server that requires user authentication. This method prevents unauthorized users from accessing the email server. You can use SMTP-AUTH for email notification, email reports and I-Fax.
  • Page 493 Send or Receive an Email Securely Using SSL TLS Your Brother machine supports SSL/TLS methods to send or receive an email via an email server that requires secure SSL/TLS communication. To send or receive email via an email server that is using SSL/TLS communication, you must configure SMTP over SSL/TLS, POP3 over SSL/TLS, or IMAP4 over SSL/TLS.
  • Page 495 • Before you verify the server certificate, you must import the CA certificate issued by the CA that signed the server certificate. Contact your network administrator or your Internet Service Provider (ISP) to confirm if importing a CA certificate is necessary. •...
  • Page 496: Use Ieee 802.1X Authentication For A Wired Or A Wireless Network

    Home > Security > Network Security Features > Use IEEE 802.1x Authentication for a Wired or a Wireless Network Use IEEE 802.1x Authentication for a Wired or a Wireless Network • What Is IEEE 802.1x Authentication? • Configure IEEE 802.1x Authentication for a Wired or a Wireless Network Using Web Based Management (Web Browser) •...
  • Page 497 IEEE 802.1x is an IEEE standard for wired and wireless networks that limits access from unauthorized network devices. Your Brother machine (supplicant) sends an authentication request to a RADIUS server (Authentication server) through your access point or HUB. After your request has been verified by the RADIUS server, your machine can access the network.
  • Page 498 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Use IEEE 802.1x Authentication for a Wired or a Wireless Network > Configure IEEE 802.1x Authentication for a Wired or a Wireless Network Using Web Based Management (Web Browser) Configure IEEE 802.1x Authentication for a Wired or a Wireless Network Using Web Based Management (Web Browser) •...
  • Page 499 • To enable IEEE 802.1x authentication for wired networks, select Enabled for Wired 802.1x status on the Wired 802.1x Authentication page. • If you are using EAP-TLS authentication, you must select the client certificate that has been installed (shown with certificate name) for verification from the Client Certificate drop-down list. •...
  • Page 500 Extensible Authentication Protocol-Flexible Authentication via Secured Tunneling (EAP-FAST) has been developed by Cisco Systems, Inc., which uses a user ID and password for authentication, and symmetric key algorithms to achieve a tunneled authentication process. The Brother machine supports the following inner authentication methods: • EAP-FAST/NONE •...
  • Page 501: Store Print Log To Network

    Home > Security > Network Security Features > Store Print Log to Network Store Print Log to Network • Store Log to Network Overview • Configure the Store Print Log to Network Settings Using Web Based Management • Use the Store Print Log to Network's Error Detection Setting •...
  • Page 502 Store Log to Network Overview The Store Print Log to Network feature allows you to save the print log file from your Brother machine to a network server using the Common Internet File System (CIFS) protocol. You can record the ID, type of print job, job name, user name, date, time and the number of printed pages for every print job.
  • Page 503 Network Folder Type the destination folder where your log will be stored on the CIFS server (for Path example: brother\abc). File Name Type the file name you want to use for the print log (up to 32 characters). File Type Select the TXT or CSV option for the Print Log file type.
  • Page 504 You can also confirm the error status on the LCD of your machine. 9. Click Submit to display the Test Print Log to Network page. To test your settings, click Yes and then go to the next step. To skip the test, click No. Your settings will be submitted automatically. 10.
  • Page 505 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Store Print Log to Network > Use the Store Print Log to Network's Error Detection Setting Use the Store Print Log to Network's Error Detection Setting Use Error Detection Settings to determine the action that is taken when the print log cannot be stored to the server due to a network error.
  • Page 506 Home > Security > Network Security Features > Store Print Log to Network > Use Store Print Log to Network with Secure Function Lock 3.0 Use Store Print Log to Network with Secure Function Lock 3.0 When Secure Function Lock 3.0 is active, the names of the registered users for copy, Fax RX, Web Connect Print and USB Direct Print (if available) are recorded in the Store Print Log to Network report.
  • Page 507: Mobile/Web Connect

    Home > Mobile/Web Connect Mobile/Web Connect • Use Web Services from Your Brother Machine • Print with AirPrint • ® Print with Mopria • Print and Scan Using Near-Field Communication (NFC)
  • Page 508: Use Web Services From Your Brother Machine

    Certain websites provide services that allow users to upload and view images and files on the website. Your Brother machine can scan images and upload them to these services, and also download from and print images that are already uploaded to these services.
  • Page 509: Print With Airprint

    Print with AirPrint Related Models: DCP-L5500DN/DCP-L5600DN/DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5800DW/ MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Use Brother AirPrint to wirelessly print photos, emails, web pages, and documents from your iPad, iPhone and iPod touch without installing a printer driver on the device. 1. Print request 2. Printed photos, emails, web pages, and documents •...
  • Page 510: Print With Mopria

    , Gmail, and Gallery, support printing. ™ 1. Android 4.4 or later ® 2. Wi-Fi Connection 3. Your Brother machine ® ™ ™ You must download the Mopria Print Service from the Google Play Store and install it on your Android device.
  • Page 511: Print And Scan Using Near-Field Communication (Nfc)

    ™ You must download and install Brother iPrint&Scan on your Android device to use this feature. For more detailed information, see the Mobile Print/Scan Guide for Brother iPrint&Scan. Go to your model's Manuals page at support.brother.com. Related Information •...
  • Page 512: Brother Iprint&Scan

    Home > Brother iPrint&Scan Brother iPrint&Scan • Brother iPrint&Scan Overview for Windows and Mac • Scan Using Brother iPrint&Scan (Windows/Mac)
  • Page 513: Brother Iprint&Scan Overview For Windows And Mac

    Brother iPrint&Scan Overview for Windows and Mac Use Brother iPrint&Scan for Windows and Mac to print and scan from your computer. The following screen shows an example of Brother iPrint&Scan for Windows. The actual screen may differ depending on the version of the application.
  • Page 514: Controlcenter

    Home > ControlCenter ControlCenter Use Brother's ControlCenter software utility to quickly access your frequently-used applications. Using ControlCenter gives you direct access to specific applications. • ControlCenter4 (Windows) • ControlCenter2 (Mac)
  • Page 515: Controlcenter4 (Windows)

    Change the Operation Mode in ControlCenter4 (Windows) • Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) • Scan Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) • Set Up the Brother Machine Using ControlCenter4 (Windows) • Create a Custom Tab Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows)
  • Page 516: Change The Operation Mode In Controlcenter4 (Windows)

    Home > ControlCenter > ControlCenter4 (Windows) > Change the Operation Mode in ControlCenter4 (Windows) Change the Operation Mode in ControlCenter4 (Windows) ControlCenter4 has two operation modes: Home Mode and Advanced Mode. You can change modes at any time. Home Mode Advanced Mode •...
  • Page 517 ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode gives you more control over the details of your machine's features and allows you to customize one-button scan actions. To change operation mode: 1. Click the (ControlCenter4) icon in the task tray, and then select Open. 2. Click the Configuration button, and then select Mode Select. 3.
  • Page 518: Scan Using Controlcenter4 Home Mode (Windows)

    Home > ControlCenter > ControlCenter4 (Windows) > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) Use ControlCenter4 Home Mode to access your machine's main features. • Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) • Save Scanned Data to a Folder as a PDF File Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows) •...
  • Page 519: Scan Using Controlcenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows)

    Home > ControlCenter > ControlCenter4 (Windows) > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) Scan Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode gives you more control over the details of your machine's features and allows you to customize one-button scan actions. •...
  • Page 520: Set Up The Brother Machine Using Controlcenter4 (Windows)

    Home > ControlCenter > ControlCenter4 (Windows) > Set Up the Brother Machine Using ControlCenter4 (Windows) Set Up the Brother Machine Using ControlCenter4 (Windows) Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW If Secure Function Lock is set to On, you cannot use Remote Setup.
  • Page 521 If your computer is protected by a firewall and is unable to use Remote Setup, you may need to configure the firewall settings to allow communication through port numbers 137 and 161. • If you are using Windows Firewall and you installed the Brother software and drivers from the CD-ROM, the necessary firewall settings have already been set. Related Information •...
  • Page 522: Create A Custom Tab Using Controlcenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows)

    Home > ControlCenter > ControlCenter4 (Windows) > Create a Custom Tab Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) Create a Custom Tab Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows) You can create up to three customized tabs, each including up to five customized buttons, with your preferred settings.
  • Page 523 Related Information • ControlCenter4 (Windows)
  • Page 524: Controlcenter2 (Mac)

    Home > ControlCenter > ControlCenter2 (Mac) ControlCenter2 (Mac) • Scan Using ControlCenter2 (Mac) • Set Up the Brother Machine Using ControlCenter2 (Mac)
  • Page 525: Scan Using Controlcenter2 (Mac)

    ControlCenter2 (Mac) > Scan Using ControlCenter2 (Mac) Scan Using ControlCenter2 (Mac) Use Brother's ControlCenter software to scan photos and save them as JPEGs, PDFs, or other file formats. (ControlCenter2 is not available for macOS v15.x and v11.) • Scan Using ControlCenter2 (Mac) •...
  • Page 526: Set Up The Brother Machine Using Controlcenter2 (Mac)

    ControlCenter2 is not available for macOS v15.x and v11. • If Secure Function Lock is set to On, you cannot use Remote Setup. 1. In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications > Brother, and then double-click the (ControlCenter) icon. The ControlCenter2 screen appears.
  • Page 527 Click Export to save your address book or all settings for your machine. Import Click to import a file and read its settings. Print Click to print the selected items on the machine. You cannot print the data until it is uploaded to the machine.
  • Page 528: Troubleshooting

    Home > Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Use this section to resolve typical problems you may encounter when using your Brother machine. You can correct most problems yourself. IMPORTANT For technical help, you must call the country where you bought the machine. Calls must be made from within that country.
  • Page 529: Error And Maintenance Messages

    NFC feature, touch your device to the NFC logo on your Brother machine to access the Brother Solutions Center and browse the latest FAQs from your device. (Your mobile telephone provider's message and data rates may apply.) ™...
  • Page 530 Error Message Cause Action Disconnected The other person or other Try to send or receive again. person's fax machine stopped If calls are stopped repeatedly and you are using the call. a VoIP (Voice over IP) system, try changing the Compatibility to Basic (for VoIP).
  • Page 531 Error Message Cause Action No HUB Support A USB hub device is connected Disconnect the USB hub device from the USB to the USB direct interface. direct interface. No Paper The machine is out of paper, or • Refill paper in the paper tray. Make sure the paper is not loaded correctly in paper guides are set to the correct size.
  • Page 532 Customer Service. Contact Brother Customer Service at: 1-877-BROTHER (1-877-276-8437) (in USA) www.brother.ca/support (in Canada) or to locate a Brother Authorized Service Center, visit: http://www.brother-usa.com/service Received Fax ## An unprinted received fax is To print the received fax, load the correct size of waiting to print on the correct paper in the tray indicated on the LCD.
  • Page 533 If the problem continues, contact Brother Customer Service. Contact Brother Customer Service at: 1-877-BROTHER (1-877-276-8437) (in USA) www.brother.ca/support (in Canada) or to locate a Brother Authorized Service Center, visit: http://www.brother-usa.com/service Self-Diagnostic The temperature of the fuser Press and hold to turn off the machine, wait a unit does not rise to a specified few seconds, and then turn it on again.
  • Page 534 Error Message Cause Action Touchscreen The touchscreen was pressed Make sure nothing is touching the touchscreen. Initialization Failed before the power on initialization was completed. Debris may be stuck between Insert a piece of stiff paper between the lower part the lower part of the of the touchscreen and its frame and slide it back touchscreen and its frame.
  • Page 535: Transfer Your Faxes Or Fax Journal Report

    You can also transfer the Fax Journal report to see if there are any faxes you must transfer. If there is an error message on the LCD after you transfer the faxes, disconnect your Brother machine from the power source for several minutes, and then reconnect it.
  • Page 536 Transfer Your Faxes or Fax Journal Report > Transfer Faxes to Another Fax Machine Transfer Faxes to Another Fax Machine Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW If you have not set up your Station ID, you cannot enter Fax Transfer mode. 1. Press [Settings] >...
  • Page 537 (Windows 8) Click (Brother Utilities), and then click the drop-down list and select your model name (if not already selected). Click PC-FAX in the left navigation bar, and then click Receive. 2. Make sure you have set [PC Fax Receive] on the machine.
  • Page 538 Report > Transfer the Fax Journal Report to Another Fax Machine Transfer the Fax Journal Report to Another Fax Machine Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW If you have not set up your Station ID, you cannot enter fax transfer mode. 1. Press [Settings] >...
  • Page 539: Document Jams

    Home > Troubleshooting > Document Jams Document Jams • Document is Jammed in the Top of the ADF Unit • Document is Jammed under the Document Cover • Remove Small Scraps of Paper Jammed in the ADF...
  • Page 540: Document Is Jammed In The Top Of The Adf Unit

    Home > Troubleshooting > Document Jams > Document is Jammed in the Top of the ADF Unit Document is Jammed in the Top of the ADF Unit 1. Remove any paper from the ADF that is not jammed. 2. Open the ADF cover. 3.
  • Page 541: Document Is Jammed Under The Document Cover

    Home > Troubleshooting > Document Jams > Document is Jammed under the Document Cover Document is Jammed under the Document Cover 1. Remove any paper from the ADF that is not jammed. 2. Lift the document cover. 3. Pull the jammed document out to the right. If the document rips or tears, be sure you remove any debris or scraps to prevent future jams.
  • Page 542: Remove Small Scraps Of Paper Jammed In The Adf

    Home > Troubleshooting > Document Jams > Remove Small Scraps of Paper Jammed in the ADF Remove Small Scraps of Paper Jammed in the ADF 1. Lift the document cover. 2. Insert a piece of stiff paper, such as cardstock, into the ADF to push any small paper scraps through. 3.
  • Page 543: Paper Jams

    Home > Troubleshooting > Paper Jams Paper Jams Always remove the remaining paper from the paper tray and straighten the stack when you are adding new paper. This helps prevent multiple sheets of paper from feeding through the machine at one time and prevents paper jams.
  • Page 544: Paper Is Jammed In The Mp Tray

    Home > Troubleshooting > Paper Jams > Paper is Jammed in the MP tray Paper is Jammed in the MP tray If the machine's control panel or the Status Monitor indicates that there is a jam in the machine's MP tray, follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 545: Paper Is Jammed In The Paper Tray

    Home > Troubleshooting > Paper Jams > Paper is Jammed in the Paper Tray Paper is Jammed in the Paper Tray If the machine's control panel or the Status Monitor indicates that there is a jam in the paper tray, follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 546 5. Put the paper tray firmly back in the machine. Related Information • Paper Jams...
  • Page 547: Paper Is Jammed In The Back Of The Machine

    Home > Troubleshooting > Paper Jams > Paper is Jammed in the Back of the Machine Paper is Jammed in the Back of the Machine If the machine's control panel or the Status Monitor indicates that there is a jam in the back (Rear) of the machine, follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 548 5. Close the fuser cover. 6. Close the back cover until it locks in the closed position. Related Information • Paper Jams...
  • Page 549: Paper Is Jammed Inside The Machine

    Home > Troubleshooting > Paper Jams > Paper is Jammed inside the Machine Paper is Jammed inside the Machine If the machine's control panel or the Status Monitor indicates that there is a jam inside the machine, follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 550 5. Install the toner cartridge and drum unit assembly into the machine. 6. Close the front cover. Related Information • Paper Jams...
  • Page 551: Paper Is Jammed In The 2-Sided Tray

    Home > Troubleshooting > Paper Jams > Paper is Jammed in the 2-sided Tray Paper is Jammed in the 2-sided Tray If the machine's control panel or the Status Monitor indicates that there is a jam in the 2-sided paper tray, follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 552 5. Remove paper that may have jammed under the machine due to static electricity. 6. If paper is not caught inside the 2-sided tray, open the back cover. WARNING HOT SURFACE The machine's internal parts will be extremely hot. Wait for the machine to cool down before touching them.
  • Page 553 Related Information • Paper Jams...
  • Page 554: Printing Problems

    Online. • Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 Click the Start > Printers and Faxes. Right-click Brother XXX-XXXX. Make sure Use Printer Online is not listed. If it is listed, click this option to set the driver Online. •...
  • Page 555 Difficulties Suggestions Confirm that the Brother printer driver is selected in your application's Print window. The machine prints the first couple of pages correctly, Check the settings in your application to make sure they then some pages have missing text.
  • Page 556: Improve The Print Quality

    IMPORTANT Using non-Brother supplies may affect the print quality, hardware performance, and machine reliability. 1. To get the best print quality, we suggest using recommended print media. Make sure you use paper that meets our specifications.
  • Page 557 Recommendation Toner specks Replace the drum unit with a new drum unit. • The fuser unit may be contaminated. Contact Brother Customer Service. In USA: 1-877-BROTHER (1-877-276-8437) In Canada: www.brother.ca/support • Select Thick Paper mode in the printer driver or use thinner paper than you are currently using.
  • Page 558 Black lines down the page Replace the drum unit with a new drum unit. Printed pages have toner stains down the page • The fuser unit may be contaminated. Contact Brother Customer Service. In USA: 1-877-BROTHER (1-877-276-8437) In Canada: www.brother.ca/support •...
  • Page 559 Examples of poor print quality Recommendation • If the problem only occurs during automatic 2-sided printing, check for torn paper in the 2-sided tray. Verify the 2-sided tray is inserted completely and the back cover is closed completely. • Check the paper type and quality. High temperatures and high humidity will cause paper to curl.
  • Page 560: Telephone And Fax Problems

    Brother’s ECM (Error Correction Mode) feature should help overcome this problem. This condition is related to the telephone system industry and is common to all devices that send and receive information on a single, shared line with custom features.
  • Page 561 Brother machine. • If you have a dedicated fax line and want your Brother machine to automatically answer all incoming faxes, you should select Fax only mode. •...
  • Page 562 Difficulties Suggestions Cannot receive Contact your administrator to check your Secure Function Lock Settings. a fax. Sending Faxes Difficulties Suggestions Cannot send a fax. Check all line cord connections. Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged into the telephone wall jack and the LINE jack of the machine. Make sure your machine has a dial tone by pressing the Hook button in Fax mode.
  • Page 563 • Set Dial Tone Detection • Set Telephone Line Compatibility for Interference and VoIP Systems Related Topics: • Clean the Scanner • Voice Mail • Distinctive Ring • Set the Number of Rings Before the Machine Answers (Ring Delay) • Choose the Correct Receive Mode...
  • Page 564: Set Dial Tone Detection

    > Telephone and Fax Problems > Set Dial Tone Detection Set Dial Tone Detection Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Setting the Dial Tone to [Detection] will shorten the Dial Tone detect pause. 1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Initial Setup] > [Dial Tone].
  • Page 565: Set Telephone Line Compatibility For Interference And Voip Systems

    Problems sending and receiving faxes due to possible interference on the telephone line may be solved by reducing the modem speed to minimize errors in fax transmission. If you are using a Voice over IP (VoIP) service, Brother recommends changing the compatibility to Basic (for VoIP). •...
  • Page 566: Network Problems

    Where Can I Find My Brother Machine's Network Settings? • I Cannot Complete the Wireless Network Setup Configuration • My Brother Machine Cannot Print, Scan, or PC-FAX Receive over the Network • I Want to Check that My Network Devices are Working Correctly...
  • Page 567: Error Messages

    Home > Troubleshooting > Network Problems > Error Messages Error Messages Your Brother machine will display an error message if an error occurs. The most common error messages are shown in the table. Error Messages Cause Action The maximum number...
  • Page 568 Move the mobile device closer to your Brother mobile device. machine. • Move your Brother machine and the mobile device to an obstruction-free area. • If you are manually configuring the Wi-Fi Direct network, make sure you have entered the correct password.
  • Page 569: Use The Network Connection Repair Tool (Windows)

    Network Problems > Use the Network Connection Repair Tool (Windows) Use the Network Connection Repair Tool (Windows) Use the Network Connection Repair Tool to fix the Brother machine's network settings. It will assign the correct IP address and Subnet Mask. •...
  • Page 570: Where Can I Find My Brother Machine's Network Settings

    Home > Troubleshooting > Network Problems > Where Can I Find My Brother Machine's Network Settings? Where Can I Find My Brother Machine's Network Settings? • Print the Network Configuration Report • Change Machine Settings from Your Computer...
  • Page 571: I Cannot Complete The Wireless Network Setup Configuration

    Wi-Fi Direct), try the one-push configuration using WPS (recommended) and set the Brother machine as a G/O. Your Brother machine is Move your Brother machine within about 3.3 feet (1 meter) of the Wi-Fi Direct placed too far from your mobile device when you configure the Wi-Fi Direct network settings.
  • Page 572 Brother machine or the mobile device. If you have checked and • Turn your Brother machine off and back on. Then try to configure Wi-Fi Direct tried all of the above, but still the Wi-Fi Direct settings again. cannot complete the Wi-Fi •...
  • Page 573: My Brother Machine Cannot Print, Scan, Or Pc-Fax Receive Over The Network

    Home > Troubleshooting > Network Problems > My Brother Machine Cannot Print, Scan, or PC-FAX Receive over the Network My Brother Machine Cannot Print, Scan, or PC-FAX Receive over the Network Cause Action Interface Your security software • (Windows) Wired/Wireless...
  • Page 574 Print the WLAN Report to check the error code on the printed report. Wireless not connected to the wireless network. If you have checked and tried all of the above, but your Brother machine still cannot print and scan, uninstall the Brother software and drivers and reinstall them. Related Information •...
  • Page 575: I Want To Check That My Network Devices Are Working Correctly

    Status or Wireless Link Status is Link OK. Configuration Report. Check that you can Ping the Brother machine from your computer using the IP address or Wired/Wireless "ping" the Brother the node name in the Windows command prompt or Mac Terminal...
  • Page 576: Other Problems

    EPS data that includes binary. You can print the EPS data at the machine through a network. For help installing the BR-Script3 printer driver through the network, go to the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com. The Brother software cannot be installed.
  • Page 577 14SE, click Desktop > Scan Settings > Select to choose the Brother TWAIN/WIA driver. TWAIN or ICA errors appear when starting to scan. (Mac) Make sure the Brother TWAIN driver is selected as the primary source. OCR does not work.
  • Page 578: Check The Machine Information

    Home > Troubleshooting > Check the Machine Information Check the Machine Information Follow these instructions to check your Brother machine's serial number and firmware version. 1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Machine Info.]. 2. Press one of the following options:...
  • Page 579: Reset Your Brother Machine

    Home > Troubleshooting > Reset Your Brother Machine Reset Your Brother Machine 1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Initial Setup] > [Reset]. 2. Swipe up or down or press a or b to display the type of reset functions, and then press the reset function you want to use.
  • Page 580: Reset Functions Overview

    Use the Settings Reset function to reset all machine's settings to the settings originally set at the factory. Factory Reset takes more time than All Settings Reset. Brother strongly recommends you perform this operation when you dispose of the machine. Unplug the interface cable before you choose Network Settings Reset function, All Settings Reset function or Factory Reset function.
  • Page 581: Routine Maintenance

    Home > Routine Maintenance Routine Maintenance • Replace Supplies • Clean the Machine • Check the Remaining Life of Parts • Pack and Ship Your Machine • Replace Periodic Maintenance Parts...
  • Page 582: Replace Supplies

    Brother collection program. If you choose not to return your used supply, discard the used supply according to local regulations, keeping it separate from domestic waste. If you have questions, contact your local waste disposal office.
  • Page 583 • Handle the toner cartridge carefully. If toner scatters on your hands or clothes, immediately wipe or wash it off with cold water. • To avoid print quality problems, DO NOT touch the shaded parts shown in the illustrations. Toner cartridge Drum unit Related Information •...
  • Page 584: Replace The Toner Cartridge

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Replace Supplies > Replace the Toner Cartridge Replace the Toner Cartridge 1. Make sure the machine is turned on. 2. Open the front cover. 3. Remove the toner cartridge and drum unit assembly from the machine. 4.
  • Page 585 Make sure you put the toner cartridge in correctly or it may separate from the drum unit. 8. Clean the corona wire inside the drum unit by gently sliding the green tab from left to right and right to left several times.
  • Page 586 Genuine Brother Brand replacement toner cartridges. Use or attempted use of third party toner and/or cartridges in the Brother machine may cause damage to the machine and/or may result in unsatisfactory print quality. Our limited warranty coverage does not apply to any problem that is caused by the use of third party toner and/or cartridges.
  • Page 587: Replace The Drum Unit

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Replace Supplies > Replace the Drum Unit Replace the Drum Unit 1. Make sure the machine is turned on. 2. Open the front cover. 3. Remove the toner cartridge and drum unit assembly from the machine. 4.
  • Page 588 Drum wear and tear occurs due to use and rotation of the drum and interaction with paper, toner and other materials in the paper path. In designing this product, Brother decided to use the number of rotations of the drum as a reasonable determinant of the drum life. When a drum reaches the factory- established rotation limit corresponding to the rated page yield, the product’s LCD will advise you to...
  • Page 589 The machine should be used only in a clean, dust-free environment with adequate ventilation. Printing with a non-Brother drum unit may reduce not only the print quality but also the quality and life of the machine itself. Warranty coverage does not apply to problems caused by the use of a non-Brother drum unit.
  • Page 590: Reset The Drum Counter

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Replace Supplies > Reset the Drum Counter Reset the Drum Counter When you replace the drum unit with a new one, you must reset the drum counter by completing the following steps: IMPORTANT DO NOT reset the drum counter unless you are replacing the drum unit. 1.
  • Page 591: Clean The Machine

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Clean the Machine Clean the Machine Clean the outside and inside of the machine regularly with a dry, lint-free cloth. When you replace the toner cartridge or the drum unit, make sure you clean the inside of the machine. If printed pages are stained with toner, clean the inside of the machine with a dry, lint-free cloth.
  • Page 592 • Clean the Corona Wire • Clean the Drum Unit • Clean the Paper Pick-up Rollers...
  • Page 593: Clean The Scanner

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Clean the Machine > Clean the Scanner Clean the Scanner 1. Press and hold to turn off the machine. 2. Lift the document cover (1). Clean the white plastic surface (2) and scanner glass (3) underneath it with a soft lint-free cloth moistened with water.
  • Page 594: Clean The Touchscreen Lcd

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Clean the Machine > Clean the Touchscreen LCD Clean the Touchscreen LCD IMPORTANT DO NOT use any type of liquid cleaners (including ethanol). 1. Press and hold to turn off the machine. 2. Clean the touchscreen with a dry, soft lint-free cloth. 3.
  • Page 595: Clean The Corona Wire

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Clean the Machine > Clean the Corona Wire Clean the Corona Wire If you have print quality problems or the control panel displays [Drum !] status, clean the corona wire. 1. Open the front cover. 2.
  • Page 596 5. Close the front cover of the machine. Related Information • Clean the Machine Related Topics: • Error and Maintenance Messages...
  • Page 597: Clean The Drum Unit

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Clean the Machine > Clean the Drum Unit Clean the Drum Unit If your printout has dots or other repeating marks at 3.7 in. (94 mm) intervals, the drum may have foreign material, such as glue from a label, stuck on the drum surface. 1.
  • Page 598 9. Turn the drum unit as shown in the illustration. Make sure that the drum unit gear is on the left side. 10. Use the numbered markers next to the drum roller to find the mark on the drum. For example, a dot in column 2 on the check sheet means that there is a mark in drum region “2”.
  • Page 599 • To avoid print quality problems, DO NOT touch the surface of the drum unit, only the edge. • You can turn the drum unit gear more easily by pulling down the black levers. When you have finished turning the gear, push the levers back to the original position. 12.
  • Page 600 15. Close the front cover of the machine. 16. Press to turn on the machine. Related Information • Clean the Machine Related Topics: • Improve the Print Quality...
  • Page 601: Clean The Paper Pick-Up Rollers

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Clean the Machine > Clean the Paper Pick-up Rollers Clean the Paper Pick-up Rollers Cleaning the paper pick-up rollers periodically may prevent paper jams by ensuring that paper feeds properly. If you have paper feed problems, clean the pick-up rollers as follows: 1.
  • Page 602 Related Information • Clean the Machine Related Topics: • Printing Problems...
  • Page 603: Check The Remaining Life Of Parts

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Check the Remaining Life of Parts Check the Remaining Life of Parts 1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Machine Info.] > [Parts Life]. 2. Press the machine part you want to check. The LCD displays the approximate remaining part life. 3.
  • Page 604: Pack And Ship Your Machine

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Pack and Ship Your Machine Pack and Ship Your Machine There are two ways to pack and ship your machine. To determine which you should follow, check the machine's original packing material for a toner pad. •...
  • Page 605: Pack The Machine And The Toner Cartridge Together

    4. Pack the machine, the printed materials, and the AC power cord (if applicable) in the original carton with the original packing material as shown. If you are returning your machine to Brother as part of the Exchange Service, pack only the machine. Keep all separate parts and printed materials to use with your "Exchange"...
  • Page 606 5. Close the carton and tape it shut. 6. If you have a Lower Tray, repack it as shown. Related Information • Pack and Ship Your Machine...
  • Page 607: Pack The Machine And The Toner Cartridge Separately

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Pack and Ship Your Machine > Pack the Machine and the Toner Cartridge Separately Pack the Machine and the Toner Cartridge Separately WARNING • To prevent possible injuries, at least two people should lift the product by holding it at the front and back. •...
  • Page 608 9. Pack the machine, the printed materials, and the AC power cord (if applicable) in the original carton with the original packing material as shown. If you are returning your machine to Brother as part of the Exchange Service, pack only the machine. Keep all separate parts and printed materials to use with your "Exchange"...
  • Page 609 10. Close the carton and tape it shut. 11. If you have a Lower Tray, repack it as shown. Related Information • Pack and Ship Your Machine...
  • Page 610: Replace Periodic Maintenance Parts

    Letter or A4 size 1-sided pages (DCP-L5500DN/DCP-L5600DN/DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW) After December 2016, you must update your machine's firmware. Go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother Solution Center at support.brother.com. Replacement frequency depends on the complexity of printed pages, percentage of coverage, and the type of media used.
  • Page 611: Machine Settings

    Home > Machine Settings Machine Settings Customize settings and features, create shortcuts, and work with options displayed on the machine's LCD to make your Brother machine a more efficient work tool. • Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel •...
  • Page 612: Change Machine Settings From The Control Panel

    Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel • In the Event of Power Failure (Memory Storage) • General Settings • Save Your Favorite Settings as a Shortcut • Print Reports •...
  • Page 613: In The Event Of Power Failure (Memory Storage)

    Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > In the Event of Power Failure (Memory Storage) In the Event of Power Failure (Memory Storage) Your menu settings are stored permanently, and in the event of a power failure will not be lost.Temporary settings (for example, Contrast, Overseas Mode) will be lost.
  • Page 614: General Settings

    Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > General Settings General Settings • Adjust the Machine's Volume • Change for Daylight Saving Time Automatically • Set Sleep Mode Countdown • About Deep Sleep Mode • Set Auto Power Off Mode •...
  • Page 615 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > General Settings > Adjust the Machine's Volume Adjust the Machine's Volume 1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [General Setup] > [Volume]. 2. Press one of the following options: (The options will vary depending on your machine.) •...
  • Page 616 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > General Settings > Change for Daylight Saving Time Automatically Change for Daylight Saving Time Automatically You can program the machine to change automatically for Daylight Saving Time. It will reset itself forward one hour in the spring, and backward one hour in the fall.
  • Page 617 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > General Settings > Set Sleep Mode Countdown Set Sleep Mode Countdown The Sleep Mode (or Power Save Mode) setting can reduce power consumption. When the machine is in Sleep Mode, it acts as though it is turned off.
  • Page 618 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > General Settings > About Deep Sleep Mode About Deep Sleep Mode If the machine is in Sleep Mode and does not receive any jobs for certain length of time, the machine will automatically enter Deep Sleep Mode.
  • Page 619 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > General Settings > Set Auto Power Off Mode Set Auto Power Off Mode If the machine is in Deep Sleep Mode for certain length of time, based on your model and settings, the machine will go into Power Off Mode automatically.
  • Page 620 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > General Settings > Set the Date and Time Set the Date and Time 1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Initial Setup] > [Date & Time] > [Date]. 2.
  • Page 621 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > General Settings > Set the Time Zone Set the Time Zone Set the time zone for your location on the machine. For example, the time zone for Eastern Time in the USA and Canada is UTC-05:00. Pacific Time in the USA and Canada is UTC-08:00.
  • Page 622 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > General Settings > Adjust the LCD Backlight Brightness Adjust the LCD Backlight Brightness If you are having difficulty reading the LCD, changing the brightness setting may help. 1.
  • Page 623 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > General Settings > Change How Long the LCD Backlight Stays On Change How Long the LCD Backlight Stays On Set how long the LCD backlight stays on. 1.
  • Page 624 To program this information into your machine, see Set the Date and Time and Set Your Station ID. Related Information • General Settings Related Topics: • How to Enter Text on Your Brother Machine • Transfer Faxes to Another Fax Machine • Transfer the Fax Journal Report to Another Fax Machine...
  • Page 625 Set Tone or Pulse Dialing Mode (For Canada) Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Your Brother machine is set for a Tone dialing service. If you have a Pulse dialing (rotary) service, you must change the dialing mode. This feature is not available in some countries.
  • Page 626 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > General Settings > Reduce Toner Consumption Reduce Toner Consumption Using the Toner Save feature may reduce toner consumption. When Toner Save is set to on, the print on your documents appears lighter.
  • Page 627 > Add a Prefix to Every Fax Number Add a Prefix to Every Fax Number Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW The Dial Prefix setting will automatically dial a predefined number before every fax number you dial. For example: If your telephone system requires a 9 to dial an outside number, use this setting to automatically dial 9 for every fax you send.
  • Page 628 > Prevent Dialing a Wrong Number (Dial Restriction) Prevent Dialing a Wrong Number (Dial Restriction) Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW This feature prevents users from sending a fax or call to the wrong number by mistake. You can set the machine to restrict dialing when you use the dial pad, Address Book, Shortcuts and LDAP search.
  • Page 629 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > General Settings > Reduce Printing Noise Reduce Printing Noise The Quiet Mode setting can reduce printing noise. When Quiet Mode is turned on, the print speed becomes slower.
  • Page 630 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > General Settings > Change the Language on the LCD Change the Language on the LCD Change the LCD language if needed. This feature is not available in some countries. 1.
  • Page 631: Save Your Favorite Settings As A Shortcut

    Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > Save Your Favorite Settings as a Shortcut Save Your Favorite Settings as a Shortcut • Add Shortcuts • Change or Delete Shortcuts...
  • Page 632 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > Save Your Favorite Settings as a Shortcut > Add Shortcuts Add Shortcuts You can add the Fax, Copy, Scan, Web Connect and Apps settings you use most frequently by saving them as your Shortcuts.
  • Page 633 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > Save Your Favorite Settings as a Shortcut > Change or Delete Shortcuts Change or Delete Shortcuts You cannot change a Web Connect Shortcut or Apps Shorcut. If you need to change them, delete them, and then add a new Shortcut.
  • Page 634: Print Reports

    Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > Print Reports Print Reports • Reports • Print a Report...
  • Page 635 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > Print Reports > Reports Reports The following reports are available: Transmission (For models with facsimile function) The Transmission report prints a Transmission Verification Report of your last transmission. Address Book (For models with facsimile function) The Address Book report prints an alphabetical list of names and numbers stored in the Address Book memory.
  • Page 636 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > Print Reports > Print a Report Print a Report 1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Print Reports]. 2. Swipe up or down or press a or b to display the report you want to print, and then press it. 3.
  • Page 637: Settings And Features Tables

    Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > Settings and Features Tables Settings and Features Tables The Settings tables will help you understand the menu selections and options that are found in the machine’s programs. •...
  • Page 638 > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > Settings and Features Tables > Settings Tables (MFC models) Settings Tables (MFC models) Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW [Settings] Level 1 Level 2 Descriptions Date & Time Access the Date and Time setting menus.
  • Page 639 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions Tray Setting Check Size Select whether to display a message telling you to check that the size of the paper in the machine and the machine's Paper Size setting match. Tray Use: Copy Select the tray to be used for Copy.
  • Page 640 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions Setup Receive Ring Delay Set the number of rings before the machine answers in Fax or Fax/Tel mode. F/T Ring Time Set the length of the pseudo/double-ring time in Fax/Tel mode. Fax Preview View received faxes on the LCD.
  • Page 641 Set the machine to restrict the dialing when using a Shortcut. LDAP Server Set the machine to restrict the dialing of LDAP server numbers. (MFC-L5700DW/ MFC-L5705DW/ MFC-L5800DW Available after Internet Fax (I-Fax) is downloaded) Remaining Jobs Check which scheduled jobs are in the machine's memory and cancel selected jobs.
  • Page 642 Set the machine to allocate the IP address from the link-local address range automatically. IPv6 Turn the IPv6 protocol on or off. To use the IPv6 protocol, go to the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com for more information. Ethernet Select the Ethernet link mode.
  • Page 643 Set the machine to allocate the IP address from the link-local address range automatically. IPv6 Turn the IPv6 protocol on or off. To use the IPv6 protocol, go to the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com for more information. Setup Wizard Configure the wireless network settings using the setup wizard.
  • Page 644 Turn the NFC function on or off. (available only for certain models) E-mail/IFAX Mail Address Enter the email address. (MFC-L5700DW/ (Up to 60 characters) MFC-L5705DW/ Setup Server SMTP Server Enter the SMTP server name MFC-L5800DW Available and address. after Internet Fax (I-Fax) is...
  • Page 645 Level 4 Descriptions E-mail/IFAX Setup Mail RX Header Select the contents of the email header to be printed. (MFC-L5700DW/ MFC-L5705DW/ Del/Read Error The POP3 server deletes error MFC-L5800DW Available Mail emails automatically. The after Internet Fax (I-Fax) is IMAP4 server deletes error...
  • Page 646 Level 1 Level 2 Descriptions (TX means Transmit. RX means Receive.) User Settings Print a list of your settings. Printer Settings Print a list of your Printer settings. Network Configuration Print a list of your Network settings. Print File List Print a list of data saved in the machine's memory.
  • Page 647 Level 1 Level 2 Descriptions Dial Prefix Set a prefix number to always be added before the fax number every time you dial. Compatibility Adjust the equalization for transmission difficulties. VoIP service providers offer fax support using various standards. If you regularly experience fax transmission errors, select Basic (for VoIP).
  • Page 648 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > Settings and Features Tables > Settings Tables (DCP models) Settings Tables (DCP models) Related Models: DCP-L5500DN/DCP-L5600DN/DCP-L5650DN [Settings] Level 1 Level 2 Descriptions Date & Time Access the Date and Time setting menus. Toner Toner Life View the approximate remaining toner life.
  • Page 649 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions Tray Setting the machine's Paper Size and Paper Type settings match. Tray Use: Copy Select the tray to be used for Copy. Tray Use: Print Select the tray to be used for Print. Select a specific tray you do not want to use;...
  • Page 650 Set the machine to allocate the IP address from the link-local address range automatically. IPv6 Turn the IPv6 protocol on or off. To use the IPv6 protocol, go to the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com for more information. Ethernet Select the Ethernet link mode.
  • Page 651 Set the machine to allocate the IP address from the link-local address range automatically. IPv6 Turn the IPv6 protocol on or off. To use the IPv6 protocol, go to the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com for more information. Setup Wizard Configure the wireless network settings using the setup wizard.
  • Page 652 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Descriptions WLAN MAC Address View the machine's MAC address. (For wireless network models) Set to Restore the wireless network Default settings to the factory settings. WLAN Enable Turns the wireless interface on or off.
  • Page 653 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Descriptions E-mail Setup Mail TX Size Limit Maximum Limit the size of email Size(MB) documents. (DCP-L5500DN/ DCP-L5600DN/ Notification Send notification messages. DCP-L5650DN : Available after Scan to Email Server is downloaded) Web Connect Proxy Proxy Change the Web connection...
  • Page 654 Level 1 Level 2 Descriptions Page Counter Print Check the number of the pages the machine has printed. Other Drum Display the remaining life of the drum unit. Parts Life Fuser Display the remaining life of the fuser unit. Laser Unit Display the remaining life of the laser unit.
  • Page 655 Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > Settings and Features Tables > Features Tables (MFC models) Features Tables (MFC models) Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW [Toner] Level 1 Descriptions Toner Life View the approximate remaining toner life. Test Print Print a test page.
  • Page 656 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Descriptions Options Broadcasting Add Number Send the same fax message to more than Number one fax number. Add from Address book Search in Address book Delayed Fax Delayed Fax Set the time of day the delayed faxes will be sent.
  • Page 657 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Descriptions Received Print/Delete Print Print the old received faxes. Faxes All(Old Faxes) Delete Delete the new received faxes. All:New Fax(es) Delete Delete the old received faxes. All(Old Faxes) Address Book - Select the address of the recipient from the address book.
  • Page 658 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions Options Enlarge/Reduce Reduce Select a reduction ratio for the next copy. Auto Adjusts the copy size to fit on the paper size you have set. Custom(25-400%) Enter an enlargement or reduction ratio. Density Adjust the density.
  • Page 659 Save as Shortcut Start to E-mail Server Scan Actions Scan a black and white or a color document to your email server. (MFC-L5700DW/ Cancel MFC-L5705DW/ Address Book MFC-L5800DW Available after Scan to Email Server is (Search:) downloaded) Edit (Select Address Book)
  • Page 660 Level 1 Descriptions Setup Wizard Configure the wireless network settings using the setup wizard. WLAN Assistant Configure your wireless network settings using the Brother CD-ROM. Configure your wireless network settings using the one-button push method. [Shortcuts] Level 1 Level 2 Level 3...
  • Page 661 Level 1 Descriptions Connect the Brother machine to an Internet service. [Apps] Level 1 Descriptions Apps Connect the Brother machine to the Brother Apps service. [USB] Level 1 Level 2 Descriptions Scan to USB Scan documents to a USB Flash memory drive.
  • Page 662 [2 in 1 ID Copy] Level 1 Descriptions 2 in 1 ID Copy Copy both sides of an identification card onto one page. Related Information • Settings and Features Tables...
  • Page 663 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > Settings and Features Tables > Features Tables (DCP models) Features Tables (DCP models) Related Models: DCP-L5500DN/DCP-L5600DN/DCP-L5650DN [Toner] Level 1 Descriptions Toner Life View the approximate remaining toner life. Test Print Print a test page.
  • Page 664 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions Options Enlarge/Reduce Auto Adjusts the copy size to fit on the paper size you have set. Custom(25-400%) Enter an enlargement or reduction ratio. Density Adjust the density. Contrast Adjust the contrast. Stack/Sort Select to stack or sort multiple copies. Page Layout Make N in 1 and 2 in 1 ID copies.
  • Page 665 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions to USB Options Contrast Scan documents to a USB Flash memory drive. ADF Auto Deskew Skip Blank Page Remove Background Color Set New Default Factory Reset Save as Shortcut - Start to E-mail Scan Actions Send a scanned document as an email attachment.
  • Page 666 Level 1 Descriptions Setup Wizard Configure the wireless network settings using the setup wizard. WLAN Assistant Configure your wireless network settings using the Brother CD-ROM. Configure your wireless network settings using the one-button push method. [Shortcuts] Level 1 Level 2 Level 3...
  • Page 667 Level 1 Descriptions Connect the Brother machine to an Internet service. [Apps] Level 1 Descriptions Apps Connect the Brother machine to the Brother Apps service. [USB] Level 1 Level 2 Descriptions Scan to USB Scan documents to a USB Flash memory drive.
  • Page 668 [2 in 1 ID Copy] Level 1 Descriptions 2 in 1 ID Copy Copy both sides of an identification card onto one page. Related Information • Settings and Features Tables...
  • Page 669: Change Machine Settings From Your Computer

    > Change Machine Settings from Your Computer Change Machine Settings from Your Computer • Change Machine Settings Using Web Based Management • Change the Machine Settings Using Remote Setup • Where Can I Find My Brother Machine's Network Settings? • Network Management Software and Utilities...
  • Page 670: Change Machine Settings Using Web Based Management

    Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from Your Computer > Change Machine Settings Using Web Based Management Change Machine Settings Using Web Based Management Web Based Management is a utility that uses a standard web browser to manage your machine using the Hyper Text Transfer Protocol (HTTP) or Hyper Text Transfer Protocol over Secure Socket Layer (HTTPS).
  • Page 671 • The following explanations are examples. The available functions vary according to the model. General Use this tab to confirm the current status of your Brother machine and to change basic settings, such as the timer settings. Address Book Use this tab to edit your Brother machine's address book.
  • Page 672 Administrator Use this tab to set the Web Based Management password, reset various settings, and configure the function settings that are mainly used by administrators. You can also use Secure Function Lock to restrict functions according to the user. Network Use this tab to change the network settings, enable or disable the network protocols, and configure the security and certificate settings.
  • Page 673 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from Your Computer > Change Machine Settings Using Web Based Management > Access Web Based Management Access Web Based Management • We recommend using the HTTPS security protocol when configuring settings using Web Based Management.
  • Page 674 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from Your Computer > Change Machine Settings Using Web Based Management > Set a Login Password for Web Based Management Set a Login Password for Web Based Management We recommend setting a login password to prevent unauthorized access to Web Based Management. 1.
  • Page 675: Change The Machine Settings Using Remote Setup

    The Remote Setup program lets you configure many of your Brother machine's settings from your computer. When you start Remote Setup, the settings on your Brother machine will be downloaded to your computer and displayed on your screen. If you change the settings on your computer, you can upload them directly to the machine.
  • Page 676 Change the Machine Settings Using Remote Setup > Remote Setup (Windows) Remote Setup (Windows) • Set Up the Brother Machine from Your Computer (Windows) • Set Up the Brother Machine Using ControlCenter4 (Windows) • Set Up Your Machine's Address Book Using ControlCenter4 (Windows)
  • Page 677 • (Windows 8) Click (Brother Utilities), and then click the drop-down list and select your model name (if not already selected). Click Tools in the left navigation bar, and then click Remote Setup. The Remote Setup Program window appears. When your machine is connected via a Network, type the password if required.
  • Page 678 Export Click to save the current configuration settings to a file. Click Export to save your address book or all settings for your machine. Import Click to import a file and read its settings. Print Click to print the selected items on the machine. You cannot print the data until it is uploaded to the machine.
  • Page 679 If your computer is protected by a firewall and is unable to use Remote Setup, you may need to configure the firewall settings to allow communication through port numbers 137 and 161. • If you are using Windows Firewall and you installed the Brother software and drivers from the CD-ROM, the necessary firewall settings have already been set. Related Information •...
  • Page 680 > Change the Machine Settings Using Remote Setup > Remote Setup (Windows) > Set Up the Brother Machine Using ControlCenter4 (Windows) Set Up the Brother Machine Using ControlCenter4 (Windows) Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW If Secure Function Lock is set to On, you cannot use Remote Setup.
  • Page 681 If your computer is protected by a firewall and is unable to use Remote Setup, you may need to configure the firewall settings to allow communication through port numbers 137 and 161. • If you are using Windows Firewall and you installed the Brother software and drivers from the CD-ROM, the necessary firewall settings have already been set. Related Information •...
  • Page 682 > Set Up Your Machine's Address Book Using ControlCenter4 (Windows) Set Up Your Machine's Address Book Using ControlCenter4 (Windows) Related Models: MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW Use Remote Setup through CC4 to add or change Address Book numbers on your computer. If Secure Function Lock is set to On, you cannot use Remote Setup.
  • Page 683 Change Machine Settings from Your Computer > Change the Machine Settings Using Remote Setup > Remote Setup (Mac) Remote Setup (Mac) • Set Up the Brother Machine Using ControlCenter2 (Mac) • Set Up Your Machine's Address Book Using ControlCenter2 (Mac)
  • Page 684 ControlCenter2 is not available for macOS v15.x and v11. • If Secure Function Lock is set to On, you cannot use Remote Setup. 1. In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications > Brother, and then double-click the (ControlCenter) icon. The ControlCenter2 screen appears.
  • Page 685 Click Export to save your address book or all settings for your machine. Import Click to import a file and read its settings. Print Click to print the selected items on the machine. You cannot print the data until it is uploaded to the machine.
  • Page 686 ControlCenter2 is not available for macOS v15.x and v11. • If Secure Function Lock is set to On, you cannot use Remote Setup. 1. In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications > Brother, and then double-click the (ControlCenter) icon. The ControlCenter2 screen appears.
  • Page 687: Appendix

    Home > Appendix Appendix • Specifications • How to Enter Text on Your Brother Machine • Supplies • Accessories • Brother Help and Customer Support...
  • Page 688: Specifications

    >> Computer Requirements Specifications General Specifications Printer Type • Laser Print Method • Electrophotographic Laser Printer Memory Capacity • (DCP-L5500DN/DCP-L5600DN/MFC-L5700DW/ MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW) 256 MB • (DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/ MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW) 512 MB LCD (liquid crystal display) • (DCP-L5500DN/DCP-L5600DN/DCP-L5650DN/ MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/ MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW) 3.7 in. (93.4 mm) TFT Color Touchscreen LCD •...
  • Page 689 Copying (Quiet • Approximately 375 W at 77°F (25°C) Mode) (Average) • Approximately 36 W at 77°F (25°C) Ready • (DCP-L5500DN/DCP-L5600DN/DCP-L5650DN/ Sleep MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/ MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW) Approximately 8.4 W • (MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW) Approximately 8.9 W • (DCP-L5500DN/DCP-L5600DN/DCP-L5650DN/ Deep Sleep MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/ MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW) Approximately 1.6 W •...
  • Page 690 LpAm = 55 dB (A) Pressure • (MFC-L6800DW) LpAm = 57 dB (A) Ready • LpAm = 35.0 dB (A) Printing • (DCP-L5500DN/DCP-L5600DN/DCP-L5650DN/ MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/ (Quiet Mode) MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW) LpAm = 52 dB (A) • (MFC-L6800DW) LpAm = 53 dB (A) Sound Power Printing • (DCP-L5500DN/MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW) LWAd = 6.67 B (A)
  • Page 691 Paper Weight • 16 to 32 lb (60 to 120 g/m Maximum • (DCP-L5500DN/DCP-L5600DN/DCP-L5650DN/ Paper MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5800DW/ Capacity MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW) Up to 250 sheets of 20 lb (80 g/m ) Plain Paper • (MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW) Up to 520 sheets of 20 lb (80 g/m...
  • Page 692 MH / MR / MMR / JBIG Modem Speed • 33,600 bps (with Automatic Fallback) 2-sided Print Receiving • Automatic 2-sided Sending • (MFC-L5705DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW) Yes (from ADF) Scanning Width • Maximum 8.19 in. (208 mm) Printing Width • Maximum 8.19 in. (208 mm) Gray Scale •...
  • Page 693 • 25 to 400% (in increments of 1%) Resolution • Maximum 1200 x 600 dpi • (DCP-L5500DN/DCP-L5600DN/DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/ First Copy Out Time MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW) Less than 9.2 seconds at 73.4°F (23°C) / 115 V • (MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW) Less than 9.5 seconds at 73.4°F (23°C) / 115 V...
  • Page 694 2-sided Print • (DCP-L5500DN/DCP-L5600DN/DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/ Print Speed MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW) Up to 20 sides/minute (Up to 10 sheets/minute) (Letter or A4 size) • (MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW) Up to 24 sides/minute (Up to 12 sheets/minute) (Letter or A4 size) • (DCP-L5500DN/DCP-L5600DN/DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5705DW/ First Print Time MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW) Less than 7.2 seconds at 73.4°F (23°C) / 115 V •...
  • Page 695 Identifier Mark License, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Wi-Fi Direct Direct Print Feature Specifications Compatibility • PDF version1.7, JPEG, Exif+JPEG, PRN (created by own printer driver), TIFF (scanned by Brother models), XPS version 1.0 Interface • USB direct interface : Front x 1, Rear x 1(MFC-L6800DW)
  • Page 696 DCP-L5500DN/DCP-L5600DN/MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW support 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX DCP-L5650DN/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW support 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T MFC-L5700DW/MFC-L5800DW/MFC-L5850DW/MFC-L5900DW/MFC-L6700DW/MFC-L6800DW For WIA, 1200x1200 resolution. Brother Scanner Utility enables resolutions up to 19200 x 19200 dpi. ™ PaperPort 14SE supports Windows XP Home (SP3 or greater), XP Professional 32-bit (SP3 or greater),Windows Vista (SP2 or greater), Windows 7, Windows8 and Windows 8.1...
  • Page 697 Printing Scanning Third party USB ports are not supported. For WIA, 1200x1200 resolution. Brother Scanner Utility enables resolutions up to 19200 x 19200 dpi. ™ PaperPort 14SE supports Windows XP Home (SP3 or greater), XP Professional 32-bit (SP3 or greater),Windows Vista (SP2 or greater), Windows 7, Windows8 and Windows 8.1...
  • Page 698: How To Enter Text On Your Brother Machine

    > How to Enter Text on Your Brother Machine How to Enter Text on Your Brother Machine • When you must enter text on your Brother machine, a keyboard appears on the LCD. • The characters that are available may differ depending on your country.
  • Page 699: Supplies

    When the time comes to replace supplies, such as the toner or drum, an error message will appear on your machine's control panel or in the Status Monitor. For more information about the supplies for your machine, visit http://www.brother.com/original/index.html or contact your local Brother dealer. • The toner cartridge and drum unit are two separate parts.
  • Page 700 Approximately 30,000 pages based on 1 page per job and 50,000 pages based on 3 pages per job [A4/letter simplex pages]. The number of pages may be affected due to a variety of factors including but not limited to media type and media size. Related Information •...
  • Page 701: Accessories

    > Accessories Accessories Availability of accessories may vary depending on your country or region. For more information about the accessories for your machine, visit http://www.brother.com/original/index.html or contact your Brother dealer or Brother Customer Service. Order No. Item Applicable Models LT-5500...
  • Page 702: Brother Help And Customer Support

    For the location of a Brother authorized service center, visit www.brother.ca/support. Ordering Accessories and Supplies For best quality results use only genuine Brother supplies, which are available at most Brother retailers. If you cannot find the supplies you need and have a Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express credit card, or PayPal account, you can order directly from Brother.
  • Page 703 In Canada: www.brother.ca Related Information • Appendix...
  • Page 704: Glossary

    Home > Glossary Glossary This is a comprehensive list of features and terms that appear in Brother manuals. Availability of these features depends on the model you purchased. A B C D E F G H I J L M N O P R S T U V W X •...
  • Page 705 Home > Glossary • BRPrint Auditor (Windows) • • CA Certificate • Caller ID • Cancel Job • Certificate • Channels • CIFS • CNG Tones • Coding Method • Communication Error (or Comm. Error) • Compatibility Group • Contrast •...
  • Page 706 Home > Glossary • Dual Access • Easy Receive • ECM (Error Correction Mode) • Encryption • Extension Telephone • External Telephone • F/T Ring Time • Fax Forwarding • Fax Journal • Fax Receive Code (Fax/Tel Mode Only) • Fax Storage •...
  • Page 707 Home > Glossary • IEEE 802.1x • Infrastructure Mode • Internet Fax • IP Address • • IPPS • IPsec • IPv6 • Journal Period • LEAP • LLMNR • • • MAC Address • Manual Fax • • mDNS •...
  • Page 708 Home > Glossary • Network Connection Repair Tool • Network Key • Network PC-FAX • Network Remote Setup • Network Shared Printing • Node Name • Open System • Out of Paper Reception • Overseas Mode • Paging • Pause •...
  • Page 709 Home > Glossary • Remote Setup • Resolution • Ring Delay • Ring Volume • Scan to Email Server • Scanning • Search • Secure Function Lock 3.0 • Settings Tables • Shared Key Cryptosystem • SMTP Client • SMTP over SSL •...
  • Page 710 Home > Glossary • TAD (Telephone Answering Device) • TCP/IP • Telephone Answer Code (Fax/Tel Mode only) • TELNET • Temporary Settings • TKIP • Tone • Transmission • Transmission Verification Report • User Settings List • Vertical Pairing • Web Based Management •...
  • Page 711 Home > Glossary • Xmit Report (Transmission Verification Report)
  • Page 712 (how the data is encrypted as it is sent on the network). If you do not correctly specify these options when you are configuring your Brother wireless machine, it will not...
  • Page 713 Wireless devices are allowed to access the network without any authentication. • Shared key A secret pre-determined key is shared by all devices that will access the wireless network. The Brother wireless machine uses the WEP key as the pre-determined key. •...
  • Page 714 Windows computer on your LAN. BRAdmin Professional can also log activity of Brother devices on your network and export the log data in an HTML, CSV, TXT, or SQL format. For users who want to monitor locally-connected machines, install the Print Auditor Client software on the client computer.
  • Page 715 Home > Glossary A Certificate Authority (CA) is an entity that issues digital certificates (especially X.509 certificates) and vouches for the binding between the data items in a certificate. CA Certificate A CA Certificate is the certification that identifies the CA itself and owns its private key. A CA Certificate verifies a certificate issued by the CA.
  • Page 716 Home > Glossary Communication Error (or Comm. Error) An error during fax sending or receiving, usually caused by line noise or static. Compatibility Group The ability of one fax unit to communicate with another. Compatibility is assured between ITU-T Groups. Contrast Setting to compensate for dark or light documents, by making faxes or copies of dark documents lighter and light documents darker.
  • Page 717 (how the data is encrypted as it is sent on the network). If you do not correctly specify these options when you are configuring your Brother wireless machine, it will not be able to connect to the wireless network.
  • Page 718 A telephone that is plugged into the EXT jack of your machine. F/T Ring Time The length of time that the Brother machine pseudo/double-rings (when the Receive Mode setting is Fax/Tel) to notify you to pick up a voice call that it answered.
  • Page 719 Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) is used to transmit the data between a web server and a web browser. The Brother print server is equipped with a built-in web server that allows you to monitor its status or change some of its configuration settings using a web browser.
  • Page 720 Home > Glossary IEEE 802.1x IEEE 802.1x is a networking authentication standard used to connect to a wired or wireless LAN. It restricts connections which are not authentic and only users authenticated by a central authority are allowed to be connected.
  • Page 721 IPv6 IPv6 is the next generation Internet protocol. For more information on the IPv6 protocol, go to your model's page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com. Journal Period The pre-programmed time period between automatically printed Fax Journal Reports. You can print the Fax Journal on demand without interrupting the cycle.
  • Page 722 The receiver must support the MDN field to be able to send a notification report, otherwise the request will be ignored. mDNS Multicast DNS (mDNS) allows the Brother print server to configure itself to work in the OS X or iOS Simple Network Configuration system automatically. Memory Receive Receives faxes into the machine's memory when the machine is out of paper.
  • Page 723 The Node Name is a machine name on the network. This name is often referred to as a NetBIOS name; it will be the name that is registered by the WINS server on your network. Brother recommends the name "BRNxxxxxxxxxxxx" for a wired network or "BRWxxxxxxxxxxxx" for a wireless network (where "xxxxxxxxxxxx" is your machine's MAC address / ethernet address.)
  • Page 724 Protocols Protocols are the standardized sets of rules for transmitting data on a network. Protocols allow users to gain access to network-connected resources. The print server used on your Brother machine supports the Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) protocol. Public Key Cryptosystem A Public Key Cryptosystem is a modern branch of cryptography in which the algorithms employ a pair of keys (a public key and a private key) and use a different component of the pair for different steps of the algorithm.
  • Page 725 Home > Glossary Remote Access Code Your own four-digit code (– – –*) that allows you to call and access your machine from a remote location. Remote Retrieval Access The ability to access your machine remotely from a touch tone telephone. Remote Setup The Remote Setup program lets you configure many machine and network settings from a computer application.
  • Page 726 SNMP The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) is used to manage network devices including computers, routers and Brother network-ready machines. The Brother print server supports SNMPv1, SNMPv2c and SNMPv3. SNMPv3 Simple Network Management Protocol version 3 (SNMPv3) provides user authentication and data encryption to manage network devices securely.
  • Page 727 Store Print Log to Network The Store Print Log to Network feature allows you to save the print log file from your Brother machine to a network server using CIFS.
  • Page 728 Home > Glossary TCP/IP Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is the most popular set of protocols used for communication, such as Internet and email. This protocol can be used in almost all operating systems, including ® Windows, Windows Server, OS X and Linux Telephone Answer Code (Fax/Tel Mode only) When the machine answers a voice call, it pseudo/double-rings.
  • Page 729 Home > Glossary Web Based Management A standard Web Browser can be used to manage your machine using the Hyper Text Transfer Protocol (HTTP) or Hyper Text Transfer Protocol over Secure Socket Layer (HTTPS). You can perform the function listed or get the following information from a machine on your network using a web browser: •...
  • Page 730 ® WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK authentication method enables a Wi-Fi Protected Access Pre-shared key (WPA-PSK/ WPA2-PSK), which enables the Brother wireless machine to associate with access points using TKIP for WPA- PSK or AES for WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK (WPA-Personal). ™ Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is a standard that allows the setup of secured wireless networks.
  • Page 731 Dollard-des-Ormeaux, QC, Canada H9B 3H6 Visit us on the World Wide Web www.brother.com These machines are approved for use in the country of purchase only. Local Brother companies or their dealers will support only machines purchased in their own countries. USA/CAN...

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