WHY BROTHER PRINTER IS OFFLINE OR NOT RESPONDING?

 

 

If you cannot print from your Brother printer default password, follow these steps. First, check the printer's "Hardware" and ensure that the printer and computer are properly connected via USB connection. Next, however, ensure that your printer is linked to your local wifi router. Finally, change your printer's settings as well, and you'll be able to bring your printer back online.

How to fix a Brother printer that isn't working on Windows 10

  1. Click the Start button on Windows 10 and type "Printers & Scanners" into the search box.

  2. On Windows, go to the Printers Setting screen and choose your printer model.

  3. Then, choose Run The Troubleshooter.

  4. Windows 10 has begun to detect a problem ( Checking for errors).

  5. Wait a second, and Windows 10 will show the error message that the printer is unavailable.

  6. If a problem is indicated in this window, click next to address the issue.

  7. To close the troubleshooter, click the last button.

  8. Print a test page as well.

How to reactivate a Brother printer

Even though the Brother printer is connected and completely functional, many Windows customers experience troubles with it being offline. The issue is most commonly observed in printers that use a wireless network connection. Then, to troubleshoot the printer offline problem, one must follow the technical advice. First, Right-click on the desktop button to bring up a little screen and select "Devices and Printers" from the drop-down menu. The Control Panel, Hardware, Sound, and "Devices and Printers" tabs will open next. Next, find your printer model, right-click on it, and select See What's Printing. Now, click on Set as Default to reset the printer.

On Windows, the Brother printer is connected to wifi, but it is not available.

  1. Check that the Brother printer is turned on and there are no problems, then follow the troubleshooting procedures to get the printer back online.

  2. If the LED light on your Brother printer is off, the printer must be turned off. Check that your printer is not in sleep mode by turning it on.

  3. Also, double-check your plug or power supply. This method does not apply if you cannot turn on the printer. Then you must first address the power supply issue.

  4. Check your screen for notifications such as "Paper Jam" or "Ink/Toner Empty."

  5. First, make sure your wireless router or access point is configured correctly.

  6. Check your wireless network's SSID or name and your wireless network key. You may need to ask your network administrator or Internet service provider for it.

  7. For a better network, keep the Brother machine close to the router.

  8. Verify sure the machine is set to Menu.

  9. Make your selection, and then hit OK.

  10. Press OK after selecting Setup Wizard.

  11. "Choose your network and click OK."

However, if your printer cannot print anything, Connect your brother's printer to wifi. Follow the steps and so you will be able to resolve issues without any fuss.