Brother printer drivers - inkjet printers
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How do you download and install the Brother printer drivers on a Mac computer?
Start by going to Brother's official website and selecting the "Support" or "Downloads" section in order to download and install Brother printer drivers on Mac OS. Look up the driver that is compatible with Mac OS here by entering the model number of your printer. By double-clicking the downloaded driver file, you can start the installation process. Once the installer prompts you to authenticate the installation with your Mac's administrator password, follow the on-screen instructions, which usually entail accepting the terms of service, choosing your installation preferences, and so on. Restarting your Mac might be necessary after the installation is finished.
Using a USB cable or a network connection, depending on the model of your printer, connect your Brother printer to your Mac after the installation is complete and your Mac has restarted (if needed). Configuring printer settings, including paper size, print quality, and other preferences, could be necessary once the printer is connected. The "Printers & Scanners" area of your Mac's System Preferences is where you may find these settings. Lastly, make sure the printer is operating correctly by testing it with a document or a test page. Refer to the Brother manuals or contact their customer care if you run into any problems throughout the installation procedure or require additional assistance.
Could you help me with the Mac Brother printer driver update process?
Certainly! Here's a step-by-step guide to updating Brother printer drivers on a Mac
1. Check Current Driver Version
It helps to know what version of the drivers is currently installed on your Mac before making any updates. Navigating to the "Printers & Scanners" section in System Preferences will yield this information. Click the "Options & Supplies" button after choosing your Brother printer from the list. That should have the most recent driver version mentioned.
2. Visit Brother's Website
Go to the "Support" or "Downloads" area of Brother's official website.
3. Download the Latest Drive
Find the most recent driver compatible with your printer model and download it onto your Mac. Make sure the version you choose is compatible with Mac OS.
4. Install the Updated Driver:
Once the download is finished, find the driver file and double-click it to launch the installation process. The driver file should be in your Downloads folder.
5. Verify Driver Update
Return to the System Preferences "Printers & Scanners" section after restarting your Mac. Click the "Options & Supplies" button after selecting your Brother printer, then make sure the driver version is the most recent.
If so, how can I connect my Brother printer to my Mac without using the supplied drivers?
Yes, you can use the built-in drivers that come pre-installed with macOS to connect your Brother printer to your Mac without needing the supplied drivers. Here's how to accomplish it:
Go to the "Support" or "Downloads" area of Brother's official website to find the most recent printer drivers designed especially for Mac OS. To find the exact Brother printer model you're looking for, use the search option or browse. Make sure you choose "Mac OS" as the operating system. After downloading the most recent driver version that is compatible with your Mac OS, install it by following the installer's on-screen instructions. To maximize compatibility and performance with your Mac, make sure your printer is operating on the most recent software version by routinely checking for updates on Brother's website.