Brother MFC J805dw Setup

Brother MFC J805dw Setup

Brother MFC J805DW Printer Setup

Perform the following guidelines to Brother MFC J805dw Setup.

  • First, unpack the Brother MFC j805dw and then check for the necessary attachments.
  • Make sure that the box contains four-color ink cartridges Black, Yellow, Cyan, Magenta), quick Brother MFC J805dw Setup guide, product safety guide, and the Brother installation CD.
  • Next, take out the Brother MFC j805dw printer from the box and make sure to remove the styrofoams.
  • Now, remove the protective cover on the Brother MFC j805dw. 
  • Remove all the small cardboard boxes from inside the Brother MFC j805dw.
  • Now, load some paper into the paper tray.
  • Open the output tray cover to insert the paper.
  • Fan a stack of paper, insert it to the tray, and then close the output tray.
  • Gently push the tray entirely into the Brother MFC j805dw printer.
  • Plug one end of the power cable to the Brother MFC j805dw printer and the other end to the electrical socket.
  • Now, proceed to install the ink cartridges.
  • Unpack the color cartridges and then insert the ink cartridges into the correct slots. Make sure the installed ink cartridges are locked into place.
  • Next, set the date and time by following the on-screen prompts.
  • Once the initial cleaning process is done, make sure to set the firmware update. Verify the print quality and then print the installation sheet.
  • Choose a language from the Settings menu.
  • Make use of the arrow buttons to choose the Initial setup, Local language, and then press the OK button.
  • Next, choose the Receive mode. Press the Settings button and then select the Fax OK button Setup Receive OK Receive mode OK.
Brother MFC J805dw Printer Setup
  • Next, set the station ID. To do so, press the Settings button.
  • Choose Fax and then press the OK button.
  • Type the Fax number and press the OK button. Use the arrow keys to choose the recipient’s name. Tap the OK button.
  • Type the name (up to 20 characters) and press OK.
  • Now, choose a computer to connect the Brother MFC j805 printer.
  • Insert the installation CD into the DVD drive and then download the driver and software package.
  • Next, proceed with the manual Brother MFC J805dw Setup wireless setup.
  • Check and note the SSID (Network Name) and the network key on the wireless router and enter them in the provided field.
  • In the Brother MFC j805dw printer, press the Wi-Fi button.
  • Press the OK option to choose the Setup Wizard.
  • The Enable WLAN message will be displayed on the screen. Press the right arrow key for confirmation.
  • Create an SSID for your router and type the password.
  • Once the setup is done successfully, the LCD screen displays the message.
  • Now, you can start printing with the Brother MFC j805dw printer.

Brother MFC J805DW Ink

The Brother MFC j805dw uses the Brother’s Inkvestment tank AIOS, the ultra high volume ink cartridges. The cartridges inside the box can hold ink enough to print a large number of sheets in a month. The exceptional print quality and print speed together give an excellent output in less time.

Brother MFC J805DW Driver Download

The steps below can help you download the Brother MFC j805dw driver.

  • First, open a web browser and go to the printer manufacturer’s site.
  • Next, go to the Driver and Downloads section.
  • Click the Full Driver and Software package.
  • On the next screen, choose the Operating system you are using and its OS version.
  • Once done with the selection, click the OK button.
  • On the next screen, select your language and read the detailed information about the driver.
  • Finally, click the Downloads button.
  • Select a location to save the downloaded file.
  • Go to the Downloads location and double-click the file to run the software.

Brother MFC J805DW Driver Install

Proceed with the following steps to install the Brother MFC j805 driver.

  • Download the Brother MFC j805dw driver from the manufacturer’s site by selecting the operating system and the language.
  • Save the file in the desired location.
  • Open the downloaded driver file.
  • Read the End User License Agreement and then click the I Accept button.
  • Once you agree, a prompt will appear on the screen.
  • Click the Run button on the prompt screen.
  • Now, the Brother MFC j805dw printer driver has been successfully installed.

Brother MFC J805DW Manual

The Brother MFC j805dw manual comprises detailed information about the printer, instructions for setting it up, paper handling techniques, and steps for performing print, scan, copy, fax, and troubleshooting. You can click the Driver Download button on this page to download the latest version of the Brother MFC j805dw driver.

Brother MFC J805DW Wireless Setup

The steps below can help you to Brother MFC J805dw setup wireless connection for the Brother MFC j805 printer.

  • Before proceeding with the wireless setup process, check and note the Network name (SSID) and the Network key. 
  • Now, plug in the power cord to the Brother MFC j805dw printer and then connect it to an electrical outlet.
  • Turn on the Brother MFC j805dw printer. Next, press the Settings icon on the LCD screen.
  • Touch All settings- Network WLAN Setup Wizard.
  • The ‘Enable WLAN?’ or ‘Switch Networks interface to wireless?’ Or ‘Network I/F switched to wireless’ message will be displayed.
  • Now, enable the Wireless Network option. The Wireless setup wizard will start.
  • The Brother MFC j805dw printer will now search for the available networks and list them.
  • Make use of the arrow keys to choose the SSID of your network. Press the OK option.
  • If you have enabled Authentication and Encryption, type the network key and then press the OK button to set the changes.
  • Once the Brother MFC j805dw printer is set up on a wireless network, it will display the status as ‘Connected.’
  • Now, proceed to download the software for the Brother MFC j805dw printer from the manufacturer’s site.

Brother MFC J805DW Print

Steps below can help you to print with Brother MFC j805dw.

For Windows users

  • Choose the Print command in the application.
  • Next, choose Brother MFC j805dw printer from the list and then click the Printing Properties button or the Preferences button.
  • Now, the Printer driver window will appear.
  • Check whether you have inserted the correct size of paper in the input paper tray.
  • Click the Basic tab and then select Media type from the pull-down list.
  • Choose the paper type that you want to use for printing.
  • Next, select the Paper Size from the pull-down list by clicking it.
  • Under the Color Mode, choose the Natural or Vivid option.
  • Select Portrait or Landscape mode from the Orientation field to set the orientation for the printout.
  • Enter the number of copies you need in the Copies field. 
  • If you want to print multiple pages, click the Multiple pages under the pull-down list.
  • Make sure to change the printer settings as you require.
  • Click the OK button and then click the Print option.

For Mac users:

  • First, ensure that you have loaded the paper input tray.
  • Go to the folder that you want to print (maybe Apple TextEdit), click the File option, and select Print.
  • Choose Brother MFC j805dw from the model list.
  • Select the paper size from the pop-up menu and then click the paper size.
  • Now, choose the Orientation option that can match the document to print.
  • Next, click the pop-up menu in the application and then choose Print Settings.
  • The paper settings options will appear. Select the Media Type and then choose the media type.
  • Once done with the Brother MFC J805dw setup printing settings, click the Print button.

Brother MFC J805DW Scan

Proceed with the steps below to scan a document using the Brother MFC j805dw printer

  • First, place the document on the scanner glass of the Brother MFC j805dw printer.
  • Press the Scan option To PC File
  • If the Brother MFC j805dw printer is connected to the network, use the arrow keys to view the computer to which you want to send the information.
  • Now, select the Computer name. To make changes in the scan settings, touch Options and edit the scan settings.
  • Press the Start option to begin the scanning without changing the other settings.
  • The Brother MFC j805dw printer will scan and send the scanned data to the computer connected to it.

Brother MFC J805DW Copy

The following steps will help you copy a document using the Brother MFC j805dw printer.

  • First, make sure the paper inserted into the paper tray are of the correct size.
  • Now, keep the document on the scanner glass. Press the Copy option.
  • The LCD screen will display the settings. Type the number of copies you need.
  • You can also modify the copy settings if required.
  • Use the arrow keys to choose the settings and then press the OK option.
  • Once done with the Brother MFC J805dw setup, press the Black Start button or the Color Start button.

Brother MFC J805DW Fax

Proceed with the following steps to fax using the Brother MFC j805dw.

  • First, load the document in the ADF reader of the Brother MFC j805dw printer.
  • Press the Fax option on the panel. Now, the LCD will display the settings.
  • Type the fax number in one of the ways below.
  • On Dial pad Type manually.
  • Redial redial the last number.
  • For an outgoing call, choose a number from the outgoing call history.
  • Use the arrow keys to choose Call History press OK button.
  • Choose Outgoing call OK button.
  • Choose the number that you want and then press the OK button.
  • Press the right arrow key to Apply.
  • For Caller ID, choose Call History Press OK.
  • Choose caller ID History Press OK. Select the number that you want and press the right arrow key to choose Apply.
  • For Address book, choose Address Book OK.
  • Choose the Search button and then press the OK button.
  • Now, type the two-digit speed dial number or choose a number from the list using the below steps.
  • Choose Alphabetical Order and press the OK button.
  • To modify the fax settings, use the arrow keys to choose the settings that you want to apply and then press OK.
  • Once done with the Brother MFC J805dw Setup procedure, press the Black start button or the Color Start button.

Brother MFC J805DW Mobile Printing

The Brother MFC j805dw mobile printing is compatible is AirPrint, Google Cloud Print, Brother iPrint& scan, Morpia, and Wi-Fi Direct. Connect to the internet, and you can print using these applications.

Brother MFC J805DW Google Cloud Print

To print using the Google Cloud Print on Brother MFC j805dw printer.

  • Launch Google Chrome on the computer.
  • Log in to the Google account.
  • Next, click the Google Chrome icon and then select Settings Show advanced settings.
  • Now, click Google Cloud Print and then select Manage.
  • Proceed with the on-screen prompts to register the Brother MFC j805dw.
  • Once the confirmation screen appears, click the OK button.
  • To print from Google Chrome or Chrome, ensure that the Brother MFC j805dw printer is turned on.
  • Launch the web page that you want to print.
  • Next, click the Google Chrome menu icon and then click Print.
  • Choose the Brother MFC 805dw printer from the list.
  • Modify the settings if needed and then click the Print option.

Brother MFC J805DW Airprint

With the following steps, you can proceed to AirPrint using Brother MFC j805dw.

  • Under the Apple menu, choose the System Preferences option.
  • Next, click the Printers & Scanners option.
  • Now, click the + icon that is under the printer's pane on the left pane.
  • The Add screen will now appear. 
  • Choose the Brother MFC j805dw printer and then click AirPrint under the Use pop-up menu. Finally, click the Add button.

To print:

  • Check whether the Brother MFC j805dw is turned on.
  • Make use of the Safari browser to launch the page that you wish to print from the Mac computer.
  • Click the File menu at the left corner of the screen and select the Print option.
  • Select the Brother MFC j805dw printer. Set the number of pages, and select Multiple or Two-sided printing. Set other options as well.
  • Finally, click the Print option to start printing the document.

Brother MFC J805DW Troubleshooting

The Brother MFC J805dw printer issues such as paper jam error, paper not fed properly, poor quality, scanning error, error messages on the status monitor, paper loading error, ink cartridge error, etc., can be fixed in no time if you take the right troubleshooting steps. Steps for resolving some of the common printer issues are given below. You can also get help from our technical experts in fixing any printer-related issues.

Brother MFC J805DW Paper Jam

Perform the steps that follow to troubleshoot this Brother MFC J805dw Setup issue.

Jam A inside/ front:

  • Disconnect the Brother MFC j805dw printer from the electrical socket.
  • Now, draw the paper tray entirely out from the Brother MFC j805dw printer.
  • Pull the green levers towards you to remove the jammed paper.
  • Now, lift the scanner cover into an open position with both the hands.
  • Gently pull the jammed paper out from the Brother MFC j805dw printer.

Jam C back of the printer:

  • Disconnect the Brother MFC j805dw printer from the electrical socket.
  • Extend or completely pull the paper tray out from the Brother MFC j805 printer.
  • Squeeze both the levers to open the jam clear cover at the rear of the Brother MFC j805dw.
  • Gently pull the jammed paper out from Brother MFC j805dw printer.
  • Exit the Jam Clear cover and check whether it has been closed properly.
  • Place the paper tray back into the machine. Plug the power cable into the AC power outlet.

Brother MFC J805DW Document Jam

If the Document is jammed at the top of the ADF unit, perform the Brother MFC J805dw Setup steps below.

  • Take any paper from the ADF reader that is not jammed.
  • Now, open the ADF cover and then take the paper that is jammed.
  • Now, carefully close the cover of the ADF and then press the Stop or the Exit option.

Jammed Inside the ADF unit.

  • Open the Document cover and pull out the jammed paper.
  • Close the document cover and then press the Exit or the Stop button.