How Do I Get My Brother Printer to Connect to WiFi?

Dial 1-888-966-6097 to Fix Brother Printer Won't Connecting to Wifi. If you're asking, "How do I get my Brother printer to connect to WiFi?", you're not alone. Whether you’ve just bought a new printer or your current device has disconnected, connecting a Brother printer to WiFi can sometimes be tricky. In this guide, we'll walk you through the easiest ways to get your printer online, so you can get back to printing without the hassle.

🛠️ Why Your Brother Printer Might Not Be Connecting

Before we jump into the steps, it helps to understand why the issue happens in the first place. Some common reasons include:

  • Wrong WiFi password

  • Printer is out of range from the router

  • Printer isn’t in wireless setup mode

  • Network settings changed (new router, new password, etc.)

  • Printer firmware is outdated

📶 How to Connect Brother Printer to WiFi

🔹 For Brother Printers With a Screen (Touch or LCD Panel)

  1. Turn on your printer

  2. Press Menu or Settings on the home screen

  3. Go to Network > WLAN > Setup Wizard

  4. The printer will search for available WiFi networks

  5. Select your WiFi (SSID) and enter your password

  6. Wait for the confirmation message: "Connected"

🧠 Tip: Make sure you're connecting to a 2.4GHz network, as most Brother printers don't support 5GHz WiFi.

🔹 For Brother Printers Without a Screen (Manual or WPS Setup)

Option 1: Use the WPS Button

If your router and printer support WPS:

  1. Press and hold the Wi-Fi or WPS button on your printer for 3-5 seconds

  2. Press the WPS button on your router within 2 minutes

  3. Wait until the WiFi light on the printer stops blinking

Option 2: Use Brother Printer Software

  1. Download Brother iPrint&Scan or install software from Brother Support

  2. Choose Wireless Setup during installation

  3. Follow the on-screen instructions to connect your printer to the same WiFi as your PC or mobile

🧪 Troubleshooting: If It Still Won’t Connect

Here are a few extra steps if things still don’t work:

  • Restart your printer, router, and computer

  • Reset network settings on your printer:

    • Go to Settings > Network > Network Reset

  • Update firmware using Brother's official support website

  • Try moving the printer closer to the router during setup

🙋 Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I connect Brother printer to WiFi without a PC?
A: Yes. If your model has a screen, you can use the Setup Wizard directly on the printer.

Q: My printer shows "Connected" but it's not printing. What should I do?
A: Make sure the printer driver is installed and selected as the default printer on your device.

Q: Why does my Brother printer keep disconnecting from WiFi?
A: This could be due to signal dropouts or IP conflicts. Setting a static IP address may help.

✅ Final Thoughts

Connecting your Brother printer to WiFi can be quick and easy when you follow the right steps. Whether you use the Setup Wizard, WPS, or Brother’s software, most models are designed to connect wirelessly with just a few clicks. If you still face issues, try resetting the network or updating the firmware.

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