# 1-866-203-7571 How to Fix Brother Printer In Error State Problem Quickly?
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Brother printers are known for reliability, but like any device, they can sometimes run into issues. One of the most frustrating errors users encounter is the **“Printer in Error State”** message on Windows or Mac. This problem usually prevents the printer from working altogether—no printing, no scanning, no copying.
If your Brother printer suddenly shows *Error State*, don’t panic. This guide walks you through **what the error means, why it happens, and how to fix it quickly** using proven methods.
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## What Does “Brother Printer in Error State” Mean?
The “Error State” message indicates that your computer cannot communicate properly with your Brother printer. This can happen due to:
âś” Driver issues
âś” Connection problems (USB/Wi-Fi)
âś” Paper jams or low ink/toner
âś” Spooler service errors
âś” Printer being offline or paused
The system flags the device as unavailable because something is blocking normal operation.
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## Common Reasons Behind Brother Printer Error State
Before jumping into fixes, it’s important to understand **why** this happens:
1. **Outdated or Corrupt Drivers**
2. **Loose USB or Network Connection**
3. **Paper Jam or Hardware Blockage**
4. **Low Toner / Empty Ink Cartridge**
5. **Printer Set as Offline**
6. **Print Spooler Service Not Running**
7. **Windows Update Conflicts**
8. **Firewall or Antivirus Blocking Printer**
Now let’s go step-by-step to resolve the issue.
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## Method 1: Restart Your Brother Printer and Computer
This sounds simple, but it works more often than you think.
1. Turn **OFF** your Brother printer.
2. Unplug the **power cable** from the wall.
3. Shut down your **computer**.
4. Wait **2–3 minutes**.
5. Plug everything back in.
6. Turn the printer ON.
7. Start your computer.
👉 Check if the printer still shows *Error State*.
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## Method 2: Check Printer Hardware Status
Your Brother printer may show Error State if:
âś” Paper is jammed
âś” Toner is empty
âś” Ink cartridge is missing
âś” Door or tray is open
### What to Do:
1. Open the printer cover.
2. Remove any **jammed paper** gently.
3. Check if **toner/ink** is installed correctly.
4. Close all doors firmly.
5. Reload paper tray.
Now retry printing.
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## Method 3: Set Brother Printer as Default
Sometimes Windows sends jobs to the wrong printer.
1. Press **Windows + R**
2. Type: `control printers`
3. Press Enter
4. Right-click your **Brother Printer**
5. Select **Set as Default Printer**
You’ll see a green checkmark when it’s done.
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## Method 4: Disable “Use Printer Offline” Mode
1. Go to **Devices and Printers**
2. Right-click your Brother printer
3. Click **See what’s printing**
4. Click **Printer** from the top menu
5. Uncheck:
* Use Printer Offline
* Pause Printing
Try printing again.
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## Method 5: Restart Print Spooler Service
The Print Spooler controls all print jobs. If it crashes, your printer goes into Error State.
### Steps:
1. Press **Windows + R**
2. Type: `services.msc`
3. Press Enter
4. Find **Print Spooler**
5. Right-click → Restart
If it’s stopped:
âś” Click **Start**
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## Method 6: Reinstall Brother Printer Driver
Outdated or corrupt drivers are the #1 reason for Error State.
### Uninstall Old Driver:
1. Go to **Control Panel**
2. Open **Devices and Printers**
3. Right-click Brother printer → Remove device
4. Restart your computer
### Install Latest Driver:
✔ Visit Brother’s official site
âś” Download driver for your model
âś” Install and restart system
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## Method 7: Check USB / Network Connection
### For USB Printers:
âś” Try a different USB port
âś” Replace the cable
âś” Avoid USB hubs
### For Wi-Fi Printers:
âś” Restart your router
âś” Ensure printer is on same network
âś” Check IP address from printer panel
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## Method 8: Disable Firewall & Antivirus Temporarily
Sometimes security software blocks printer communication.
1. Temporarily disable antivirus/firewall
2. Try printing
3. If it works, add printer as an **exception**
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## Method 9: Update Windows
Outdated Windows builds may conflict with drivers.
1. Open **Settings**
2. Click **Update & Security**
3. Click **Check for Updates**
4. Install pending updates
Restart after update.
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## Method 10: Run Printer Troubleshooter
1. Go to **Settings**
2. Click **Devices → Printers & Scanners**
3. Select your Brother printer
4. Click **Manage → Run Troubleshooter**
Windows will detect and fix problems automatically.
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## Method 11: Reset Brother Printer
If nothing else works, reset the printer to factory defaults.
### General Reset Steps:
1. Turn printer ON
2. Press **Menu**
3. Go to **Initial Setup → Reset**
4. Choose **Factory Reset**
5. Confirm
âš This removes Wi-Fi settings and preferences.
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## Advanced Fix: Registry Repair (Windows Users Only)
âš For experienced users only.
1. Press **Windows + R**
2. Type: `regedit`
3. Navigate to:
```
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Print\Printers
```
4. Delete your Brother printer folder
5. Restart system
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## When to Call Support?
If your Brother printer still shows **Error State** after all these steps, it’s best to speak with a technician.
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They can:
âś” Fix driver conflicts
âś” Configure network issues
âś” Resolve hardware faults
âś” Guide you step-by-step
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## Quick Troubleshooting Checklist
âś” Restart printer & PC
âś” Clear paper jam
âś” Reinstall driver
âś” Set printer as default
âś” Disable offline mode
âś” Restart spooler
âś” Check USB/Wi-Fi
âś” Update Windows
âś” Run troubleshooter
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## Conclusion
The **Brother Printer In Error State** problem is annoying, but it’s usually easy to fix once you identify the root cause. Whether it’s a driver issue, spooler problem, or simple connection fault, following the steps above will get your printer working again quickly.
And if you don’t want to waste time troubleshooting…
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