# 1-866-203-7571 How to do Brother MFC-J1010DW Wireless Setup?
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Setting up your Brother MFC-J1010DW printer to work over a wireless network can feel confusing if you’re not familiar with Wi-Fi settings and printer menus. This guide covers everything, from unboxing the printer to printing wirelessly from computers and mobile devices.
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## 📦 **Section 1 — What You’ll Need Before You Start**
Before beginning the wireless setup process, make sure you have:
### ✔️ Essential Items
* Brother MFC-J1010DW printer
* Power cord
* Ink cartridges installed
* Paper loaded into the tray
* A computer or mobile device connected to your Wi-Fi network
* **Your Wi-Fi network name (SSID)** and **password**
* Time to follow the steps — plan about 15–30 minutes
### 🧠 Optional But Helpful
* A USB cable (for initial setup if Wi-Fi isn’t connecting)
* Your router documentation (if you need to check security settings)
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## 🧩 **Section 2 — Unboxing and Hardware Setup**
### 1. **Unbox the Printer**
Remove all packaging materials:
* Styrofoam
* Tape and protective films
* Inside and outside of the machine
### 2. **Install the Ink Cartridges**
1. Open the ink cover on the printer.
2. Unpack the ink cartridges.
3. Insert each cartridge into its color-coded slot (C, M, Y, K).
4. Close the ink cover until it clicks.
### 3. **Load Paper**
1. Pull out the paper tray.
2. Place plain A4 or Letter size paper in the tray.
3. Adjust the sliders to fit the paper snugly.
4. Slide the tray back into the printer.
### 4. **Power On**
1. Connect the power cord.
2. Press the Power button.
3. Wait for the printer to initialize.
You’re now ready to begin the wireless setup.
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## 📡 **Section 3 — Wireless Setup Methods**
There are **two main ways** to connect your Brother MFC-J1010DW to Wi-Fi:
1. **Wireless Setup (WPS – Push Button)**
2. **Wireless Setup via Printer Control Panel**
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## ## **Method A — Wireless Connection Using WPS (Recommended if Supported by Router)**
**WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)** allows you to connect without entering your password.
### Step-by-Step WPS Setup
1. On the Brother printer, press the **Menu** button.
2. Use the arrow keys to go to **Network** → **WLAN** → **WPS**.
3. Press **OK**.
4. Now go to your **Wi-Fi router**.
5. Press the **WPS button** on the router within 2 minutes.
6. Watch the printer screen — it will say **Connected** when successful.
💡 **Note:** If your router has a **PIN-type WPS** instead of a button, use the manual WPS PIN entry method from the printer menu.
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## ## **Method B — Wireless Setup via Printer Control Panel (Standard Method)**
### 1. **Access WLAN Setup**
1. Press the **Menu** button on the printer’s control panel.
2. Scroll with the arrow keys to **Network**.
3. Press **OK**.
4. Scroll to **WLAN**.
5. Press **OK**.
### 2. **Enable WLAN**
1. Select **WLAN Enable**.
2. Press **OK** if it’s not already enabled.
### 3. **Select Setup Wizard**
1. Scroll to **Setup Wizard**.
2. Press **OK**.
### 4. **Choose Your Wi-Fi Network**
1. The printer will search for available networks.
2. Scroll through the list to find your **SSID (Wi-Fi name)**.
3. Press **OK**.
### 5. **Enter Your Wi-Fi Password**
1. Use the printer’s keypad to enter the password.
2. Press **OK** when finished.
3. The printer will attempt to join the network.
### 6. **Confirm Connection**
1. When successful, the printer displays **Connected**.
2. You can also print a **Network Configuration** page to confirm the IP address.
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## 🖥️ **Section 4 — Install Brother Software on Your Computer**
Once your printer is on the Wi-Fi network, install the drivers and software so your computer can communicate with it.
### For Windows
1. Visit **[https://support.brother.com](https://support.brother.com)**.
2. Search for **MFC-J1010DW**.
3. Download the **Full Driver & Software Package**.
4. Run the installer.
5. Choose **Wireless Network Connection** when prompted.
6. Complete the installation.
### For macOS
1. Go to **Brother’s support site**.
2. Download the **Mac driver**.
3. Run the installer.
4. Choose **Wireless Setup**.
5. Select your printer from the list.
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## 📱 **Section 5 — Wireless Printing from Smartphones and Tablets**
### 📲 **AirPrint (iPhone/iPad)**
1. Ensure your iPhone is on the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Open the photo or document.
3. Tap **Share** → **Print**.
4. Select **Brother MFC-J1010DW**.
5. Tap **Print**.
### 📲 **Android Printing**
1. Connect your phone to the same Wi-Fi.
2. Open the document/photo.
3. Tap **Share** → **Print**.
4. Select **Brother printer**.
5. Tap **Print**.
💡 For Android devices, you may want to install **Brother iPrint&Scan** from the Google Play Store for extra features.
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## 🛠️ **Section 6 — Troubleshooting Common Wireless Issues**
Even with careful setup, sometimes things don’t go as planned. Here are common problems and fixes:
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### ❗ **1. Printer Didn’t Connect to Wi-Fi**
✅ Confirm your Wi-Fi password
✅ Check if the router has MAC filtering — disable it or add the printer’s MAC
✅ Move printer closer to the router
Tip: Print a **Network Configuration** sheet to confirm what network it’s connected to.
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### ❗ **2. Printer Not Showing on Computer**
✅ Make sure both devices are on the same Wi-Fi network
✅ Restart your computer and printer
✅ Disable temporary firewall or antivirus blocking
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### ❗ **3. Slow Printing**
✅ Check Wi-Fi signal strength
✅ Reduce distance between router and printer
✅ Avoid congested Wi-Fi channels
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### ❗ **4. Print Jobs Stuck in Queue**
On Windows:
1. Go to **Control Panel → Devices and Printers**.
2. Right-click your Brother printer.
3. Click **See what’s printing**.
4. Right-click and **Cancel All Documents**.
5. Restart printer.
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### ❗ **5. Network Configuration Page Shows ‘Disconnected’**
1. Go through the wireless setup again.
2. If strong interference, use **USB setup temporarily**.
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## 🔄 **Section 7 — Adding the Printer to Additional Computers**
If you have more computers or laptops, you don’t need to redo the wireless setup — just install the Brother software on each device and choose **Network Connection** during installation.
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## 📊 **Section 8 — Advanced Settings (Optional)**
### 📌 **Static IP Address**
If you want your printer to always have the same IP (helps with network reliability):
1. Print the **Network Configuration** page and note the current IP.
2. Go to your router’s admin panel.
3. Assign the printer a **Static IP** based on MAC address.
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## 🔒 **Section 9 — Security Tips**
Your printer is part of your network, so protect it:
### ✔ Change Default Passwords
Not all routers require this, but if your printer offers a password change, do it.
### ✔ Use WPA2 or WPA3 Encryption
Avoid unsecured Wi-Fi or WEP encryption.
### ✔ Disable Unused Features
Turn off Wi-Fi Direct if you don’t use it.
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## 🎯 **Section 10 — Useful Printer Menu Options Explained**
| Menu Option | What It Does |
| ------------------------- | ------------------------------------------ |
| **WLAN Enable** | Turns wireless capability on/off |
| **Setup Wizard** | Guides through network selection |
| **WPS** | Connects via router WPS button |
| **Network Configuration** | Prints connectivity details |
| **Print SSID / PW** | Sometimes available to print Wi-Fi details |
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## 📌 **Tips to Make Setup Easier**
### 📍 Tip 1 — Write Down Wi-Fi Details
Keep your SSID and password handy.
### 📍 Tip 2 — Restart Devices
If setup fails, restart printer, router, and computer.
### 📍 Tip 3 — Check Router Settings
Some routers restrict access — disable guest mode temporarily.
### 📍 Tip 4 — Use Brother iPrint&Scan
This app simplifies mobile printing and setup.
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## 📚 **Section 11 — Glossary of Terms**
| Term | Meaning |
| ------------------------------ | ----------------------------------------------- |
| **SSID** | Your Wi-Fi network name |
| **WPS** | Quick setup protocol between router and devices |
| **IP Address** | Unique address on your network |
| **AirPrint** | Apple’s wireless printing technology |
| **Network Configuration Page** | Printer report of current connection |
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## 📞 **Section 12 — Get Expert Help**
If you get stuck at any point during the Brother MFC-J1010DW wireless setup, you can call **1-866-203-7571** for step-by-step support.
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## 🔁 **Section 13 — Recap: Quick Setup Checklist**
✔ Printer unboxed and powered
✔ Ink cartridges installed
✔ Paper loaded
✔ Wi-Fi network info ready
✔ Wireless setup completed via WPS or Setup Wizard
✔ Drivers installed on computers
✔ Mobile printing configured
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## ❓ **Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)**
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### **Q: What if my Wi-Fi network isn’t showing up on the printer?**
A: Make sure the router is broadcasting the SSID. Disable any SSID hiding. Move printer closer to the router.
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### **Q: Can I connect via USB and then switch to Wi-Fi?**
A: Yes. Connect via USB, install drivers, then run the wireless setup utility from the software.
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### **Q: Can multiple devices print to the same printer?**
A: Yes. As long as the printer and devices share the same Wi-Fi network.
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### **Q: How do I know if my printer is really connected wirelessly?**
A: Print the **Network Configuration Page** — it will show connection status and IP address.
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## 🏁 **Conclusion**
Setting up the **Brother MFC-J1010DW** on your wireless network doesn’t have to be hard. With the steps above — from powering on the machine to connecting via Wi-Fi and installing drivers — you can have wireless printing up and running in about 20–30 minutes.
If you run into issues, don’t worry — most problems can be resolved using the troubleshooting tips or by calling **1-866-203-7571** for guided support.
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