Downloading Brother printer drivers is easy when you visit the official Brother Support page and choose the correct driver for your model. Simply enter your printer name, select your operating system, and install the recommended package for smooth printing performance. This quick process ensures you get the right Brother printer drivers without errors.
Brother printer drivers are small software programs that help your computer communicate with your Brother printer. Without the correct driver, your printer may not print properly, may show errors, or may not respond at all.
Open your internet browser (Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari).
In the search bar, type: Brother Printer Support
Click on the official Brother website link (it usually starts with www.brother.com).
Go to the Support or Downloads section.
You will see a search box.
Type your Brother printer model, for example:
HL-L2350DW
DCP-L2550DW
MFC-L2701D
Click on your printer when it appears in the dropdown list.
Once you open your printer model page:
Look for a Downloads or Drivers section.
Choose your operating system:
Windows 11
Windows 10
Windows 8.1
macOS (latest version)
The website will automatically show supported drivers for your OS.
Full Driver & Software Package (Recommended)
Printer Driver
Scanner Driver
Firmware Update Tool
Go to your Downloads folder.
Double-click the downloaded .exe file.
Click Next, Agree, and follow the on-screen instructions.
Choose your connection type:
USB
WiFi Wireless Setup
Complete the installation and restart your computer if required.
Open the downloaded .dmg file.
Click on the installer package.
Follow the installation steps.
Add your printer from System Settings → Printers & Scanners.
Always download from the official Brother Support website to avoid harmful files.
Restart your computer, check your internet, and try downloading again.
Basic printing may work, but full features require the official driver.
Look at the front, side, or back of your printer. It will be printed on a label.