brother MFC-L2716DW Laser Multifunction Printer User Guide
- June 13, 2024
- Brother
Table of Contents
- Unpack the machine and check the components
- Parts
- Remove the packing materials and install the drum unit and toner
- Load paper in the paper tray
- Connect the power cord and turn the machine on
- Select your country/language (Initial setup only)
- Select your language (if needed)
- Select a device to connect to your machine
- Connect your computer
- Alternative wireless setup
- Print or scan using your mobile device
- Customers Support
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
brother MFC-L2716DW Laser Multifunction Printer
Unpack the machine and check the components
Watch our Video FAQs for help with setting up your Brother machine: support.brother.com/videos.
Parts
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Drum Unit and Inbox Toner Cartridge
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Telephone Line Cord Adapter (Australia only) (For MFC models)
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Telephone Line Cord (For MFC models)
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AC Power Cord (only for certain models)
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Brother Installation Disc
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Quick Setup Guide Reference Guide (only for certain models) Product Safety Guide
NOTE:
- The components included in the box may differ depending on your country.
- The available connection interfaces vary depending on the model.
- Interface cables are not included. You must purchase the correct interface cable if you require one.
USB cable
We recommend using a USB 2.0 cable (Type A/B) that is no more than 2 metres
long.
Network cable
Use a straight-through Category 5 (or greater) twisted-pair cable.
- The illustrations in this Quick Setup Guide show the MFC-L2710DW.
- The Reference Guide is available on the provided Brother Installation Disc in countries where it is not included in the box.
Remove the packing materials and install the drum unit and toner
cartridge assembly
Load paper in the paper tray
Connect the power cord and turn the machine on
Select your country/language (Initial setup only)
After turning the machine on, you may be required to set your country or language (depending on your machine). If required, follow the on-screen instructions.
Select your language (if needed)
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(for DCP models)
a. Press Menu.
b. Press ▲ or ▼ to display [Initial Setup], and then press OK.
c. Press ▲ or ▼ to display [Local Language], and then press OK. (for MFC models) Press Menu, 0, 0. -
Press ▲ or ▼ to select your language, and then press OK.
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Press Stop/Exit.
Select a device to connect to your machine
Computer
Go to 7 and follow the instructions.
NOTE:
We recommend configuring wireless settings from your computer.
Mobile Device
Go to 8 and follow the instructions.
Connect your computer
Put the installation disc into your CD/DVD drive, or download the Full Driver & Software Package at:
For Windows®:
support.brother.com/windows
For Mac: support.brother.com/mac
If you are using a recently released operating system on your computer, visit the above websites for updated driver and software information.
Follow the on-screen instructions and prompts.
For Windows®:
If the Brother screen does not appear automatically, go to Computer (This PC). Double-click the CD/DVD-ROM icon, and then double-click start.exe.
For Mac:
For full driver functionality, we recommend choosing the CUPS driver when
adding a printer.
Finished
Brother regularly updates firmware to add features and apply bug fixes. To check for the latest firmware, visit support.brother.com/up5.
Can’t Connect? Check the following:
- Wireless network
- Restart your wireless access point/router (if possible)
- Restart your machine and computer, and then go to 7 .
- If still not successful, go to 8 .
- Wired network USB connection
- Disconnect the cable.
- If still not successful, visit support.brother.com for FAQs & Troubleshooting.
Alternative wireless setup
Find your SSID (Network Name) and Network Key (Password) on your wireless access point/ router and write them in the table provided below.
SSID (Network Name)|
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Network Key (Password)|
If you cannot find this information, ask your network administrator or wireless access point/router manufacturer.
To select each menu option, press ▲ or ▼, and then press OK to confirm. Select [Network] > [WLAN] > [Setup Wizard], and then press ▲.
Select the SSID (Network Name) for your access point/router and enter the Network Key (Password).
When the wireless setup is successful, the LCD displays [Connected].
If setup is not successful, restart your Brother machine and your wireless access point/router, and repeat 8.
For Computer
Go to 7 to install software.
For Mobile Device
Go to 9 to install apps.
Print or scan using your mobile device
Your mobile device must be connected to the same wireless network as your Brother machine.
AirPrint is available for Apple device users. You do not need to download any software to use AirPrint. For more information, see the Online User’s Guide.
Download and install the Mopria® Print Service app from Google Play™ using your Android™ device.
Download and install our free application Brother iPrint & Scan from a mobile application store, such as the App Store, Google Play™ or Microsoft® Store using your mobile device.
Brother Support Center is a mobile app that provides the latest support
information for your Brother product.
Visit the App Store or Google Play™ to download.
Optional apps
You can print from and scan to your mobile device using various apps. For
instructions, see the Online User’s Guide
Customers Support
Additional Wireless Support: support.brother.com/wireless-
support
For FAQs, Troubleshooting, and to download software and manuals, visit
support.brother.com. For product specifications, see the Online User’s Guide.
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References
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