Brother MFC-J995DW Manual

Unpack the machine and check the components

The components included in the box may differ depending on your country.
Remove the protective tape or film covering the machine.

Watch our FAQ Videos for help with setting up your Brother machine.
support.brother.com/videos

NOTE

• Save all packing materials and the box in case you must ship your machine.
• You must purchase the correct interface cable for the interface you want to use. A USB cable is included in some countries.
  USB cable
  We recommend using a USB 2.0 cable (Type A/B) that is no more than 6 feet (2 meters) long.
  Ethernet (Network) cable
  Use a straight-through Category 5 (or greater) twisted-pair cable for 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet Network.

Load paper in the paper tray

1. Open the output paper tray cover .
   
2. Adjust the paper guides.
   Fan the paper well and load it in the tray.
   
3. Close the output paper tray cover, and then slowly push the tray completely into the machine.
   

NOTE
Pull out the paper support , and unfold the paper support flap so that the printed pages do not fall.

Connect the power cord

NOTE
You can adjust the control panel angle to read the touchscreen more easily.

Install the starter ink cartridges

Open the ink cartridge cover.

Quickly shake just the black ink cartridge horizontally 15 times as shown, before inserting it into the machine.

Follow the touchscreen instructions to unpack and install the ink cartridges. Close the ink cartridge cover. The machine will prepare the ink tube system for printing.

NOTE
The first time you install the ink cartridges, the machine will use extra ink to fill the ink delivery tubes. This is a one-time process that enables high-quality printing.

Set the date and time

Follow the touchscreen instructions to set the date and time.

Machine settings

When the machine has finished the initial cleaning process, follow the touchscreen instructions to configure the machine settings.

• Set Brother LCD Message defaults
• Check print quality
• Print the installation sheet

Connect the telephone line cord

If you are not using your machine as a fax, go to "Select your language".
For more information on using the fax feature, see the Online User's Guide.

Select your language

(if needed)

1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Initial Setup] > [Local Language].
2. Press your language.
3. Press .

Select the correct Receive Mode

If you are not using your machine as a fax, go to "Select a device to connect to your machine".

1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Fax] > [Setup Receive] > [Receive Mode].
2. Press your preferred Receive Mode.
3. Press .

Set your Station ID

If you are not using your machine as a fax, go to "Select a device to connect to your machine".

Store your name and fax number so the machine prints it on all outgoing fax pages.

1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Initial Setup] > [Station ID] > [Fax].
2. Enter your fax number (up to 20 digits) on the touchscreen, and then press [OK].
3. Press [Name].
4. Enter your name (up to 20 characters) using the touchscreen, and then press [OK].
5. Press .

Select a device to connect to your machine

Computer
Go to "Connect your computer" and follow the instructions.

Mobile Device
Go to "Alternative wireless setup" and follow the instructions.

Connect your computer

Brother regularly updates firmware to add features and apply bug fixes.
To check for the latest firmware, visit support.brother.com/up4.

Put the installation disc into your CD/DVD drive, or download the Full Driver & Software Package at:
For Windows: support.brother.com/windows
For Mac: support.brother.com/mac
If you are using a recently released operating system on your computer, visit the above websites for updated driver and software information.

Follow the on-screen instructions and prompts.
For Windows:
If the Brother screen does not appear automatically, go to Computer (My Computer/This PC). Double-click the CD/ DVD-ROM icon, and then double-click start.exe.
For Mac:
For full driver functionality, we recommend choosing the CUPS driver when adding a printer.

For Wired Network Connection and USB Connection:
Locate the correct port (based on the cable you are using) inside the machine as shown.

Finished
For Network Users: Important Notice for Network Security
The default Web Based Management password is located on the back of the machine and marked "Pwd".
We recommend immediately changing the default password to use network tools/utilities securely and to protect your machine from unauthorized access.

Can't Connect? Check the following:

Wireless network	Restart your wireless access point/router (if possible).	Restart your machine and computer, and then connect your computer.	If still not successful, go to "Alternative wireless setup".
Wired network USB connection	Disconnect the cable.		If still not successful, visit support.brother.com for FAQs and Troubleshooting.

Alternative wireless setup

Even if you do not have a wireless access point/router, you can connect your device and your machine directly. For additional wireless network support, go to support.brother.com/wireless-support.

1. Find your SSID (Network Name) and Network Key (Password) on your wireless access point/router and write them down.
   If you cannot find this information, ask your network administrator or wireless access point/router manufacturer.
   
2. Go to your machine, and press > [Setup Wizard] > [Yes].
   
3. Select the SSID (Network Name) for your access point/router and enter the Network Key (Password).
   When the wireless setup is successful, the touchscreen displays [Connected].
   If setup is not successful, restart your Brother machine and your wireless access point/router, and repeat Alternative wireless setup.
4. For Computer
   Go to "Connect your computer" to install software.
   For Mobile Device
   Go to "Print or scan using your mobile device" to install apps.

Print or scan using your mobile device

Brother SupportCenter is a mobile app that provides the latest support information for your Brother product.
Visit the App Store or Google Play to download.

Your mobile device must be connected to the same wireless network as your Brother machine.

AirPrint is available for all supported iOS devices including iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. You do not need to download any software to use AirPrint. For more information, see the Online User's Guide.

Download and install the Mopria Print Service app from Google Play using your Android device.

Download and install our free application Brother iPrint&Scan from a mobile application store, such as the App Store, Google Play or Microsoft Store using your mobile device.

Optional apps
You can print from and scan to your mobile device using various apps. For instructions, see the Online User's Guide.
(USA only) For more information on apps, visit www.brother-usa.com/connect.

Additional Wireless Support: support.brother.com/wireless-support
For FAQs, Troubleshooting, and to download software, visit support.brother.com. For product specifications, see the Online User's Guide.

Documents / Resources

References

• Brother Web Connect | Brother
• Brother Solutions Center
• Brother Solutions Center
• Brother Solutions Center
• Brother Solutions Center
• Brother support website
• Brother Solutions Center
• App Store - Apple
• Google Play

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