# 1-866-203-7571 Connecting Brother Printer to WiFi [The Complete Guide]
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Connecting your Brother printer to WiFi allows you to print wirelessly from your computer, laptop, phone, or tablet—without dealing with messy cables. Whether you’re setting up a brand-new Brother printer or reconnecting an old one to a new network, this complete guide will walk you through every step.
In this article, you’ll learn:
✔ How to prepare your Brother printer for WiFi
✔ Multiple methods to connect Brother printer to wireless network
✔ Setup for Windows, Mac, Android, and iPhone
✔ Common WiFi connection problems and fixes
✔ Tips to keep your Brother printer connected smoothly
Let’s get started.
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## **Why Connect Your Brother Printer to WiFi?**
Wireless printing offers many benefits:
* 📡 Print from anywhere in your home or office
* 📱 Print directly from phones and tablets
* 🖥 Share one printer with multiple devices
* 🧹 No USB cable clutter
* ⚡ Faster, smarter workflow
Once connected, your Brother printer becomes a true network device.
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## **Things You Need Before Setup**
Before connecting your Brother printer to WiFi, make sure you have:
* A working WiFi network
* Your WiFi **SSID (network name)**
* Your **WiFi password**
* A computer, phone, or tablet
* Your Brother printer powered ON
Place your printer close to the router during setup for best results.
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## **Method 1: Connect Brother Printer to WiFi Using Control Panel**
Most modern Brother printers have a touchscreen or button panel.
### Steps:
1. Turn ON the Brother printer.
2. Press **Menu** or **Settings**.
3. Select **Network** → **WLAN** → **Setup Wizard**.
4. Choose your WiFi network name (SSID).
5. Enter your WiFi password carefully.
6. Press **OK** or **Apply**.
7. Wait for the **Connected** message.
✔ Your Brother printer is now connected to WiFi.
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## **Method 2: Connect Brother Printer to WiFi Using WPS**
If your router supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup):
### Steps:
1. Press the **WPS button** on your router.
2. On the printer, go to **Network → WLAN → WPS**.
3. Select **Start**.
4. Wait for confirmation.
✔ Connection will be completed automatically without typing a password.
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## **Method 3: Connect Brother Printer to WiFi Using USB Setup (Windows/Mac)**
This method uses a temporary USB cable.
### Steps:
1. Download Brother drivers from Brother’s official website.
2. Run the setup file on your computer.
3. Choose **Wireless Network Connection**.
4. When prompted, connect USB cable between printer and PC/Mac.
5. Select your WiFi network and enter the password.
6. Finish installation and remove the USB cable.
✔ Your printer is now wirelessly connected.
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## **How to Add Brother Printer on Windows**
1. Press **Windows + I** → **Devices** → **Printers & Scanners**.
2. Click **Add a printer or scanner**.
3. Select your Brother printer from the list.
4. Click **Add device**.
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## **How to Add Brother Printer on Mac**
1. Go to **Apple Menu → System Settings → Printers & Scanners**.
2. Click **+ Add Printer**.
3. Select your Brother printer.
4. Click **Add**.
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## **How to Print from iPhone or Android**
Brother supports **AirPrint (iOS)** and **Brother iPrint&Scan app**.
### For iPhone:
1. Ensure printer and iPhone are on same WiFi.
2. Open document/photo → Tap **Share → Print**.
3. Select your Brother printer → Print.
### For Android:
1. Install **Brother iPrint&Scan** app from Play Store.
2. Open app → Select printer → Print documents/photos.
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## **Troubleshooting Brother Printer WiFi Issues**
### ❌ Printer Not Connecting to WiFi?
Try these fixes:
* Restart printer and router
* Re-enter WiFi password
* Move printer closer to router
* Disable VPN on your computer
* Reset network settings on printer
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### ❌ Brother Printer Shows Offline?
Fix it like this:
1. Open **Control Panel → Devices and Printers**.
2. Right-click Brother printer → **Set as Default**.
3. Click **See what’s printing** → Uncheck **Use Printer Offline**.
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### ❌ WiFi Drops Frequently?
* Update Brother printer firmware
* Use 2.4 GHz network (better range)
* Avoid placing printer near microwave, TV, or metal objects
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## **How to Reset Brother Printer Network Settings**
If nothing works, reset network settings:
1. Go to **Menu → Network → Network Reset**.
2. Select **Yes**.
3. Reconnect to WiFi again using Setup Wizard.
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## **Tips for Smooth Wireless Printing**
✔ Keep firmware updated
✔ Use strong WiFi signal
✔ Restart printer monthly
✔ Avoid guest networks
✔ Use original Brother drivers
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## **When to Call Brother Printer Support?**
If you’re still facing issues connecting your Brother printer to WiFi, expert help can save you time.
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They can assist with:
* WiFi setup
* Driver installation
* Offline errors
* Print quality issues
* Network resets
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## **Conclusion**
Connecting your Brother printer to WiFi doesn’t have to be complicated. Whether you’re using the printer’s control panel, WPS, or USB setup, this complete guide ensures you can get online and printing in minutes.
Wireless printing boosts productivity, keeps your workspace clean, and lets everyone in your home or office share one printer easily.
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