brother MFC-L2717DW Monochrome Compact Laser All In One Printer User Guide

June 4, 2024
Brother

MFC-L2717DW / MFC-L2710DW / MFC-L2690DWXL /
MFC-L2690DW / DCP-L2550DW / HL-L2390DW
Quick Setup Guide
brother MFC L2717DW Monochrome Compact Laser All In One
Printer - br code D02J6A001-00
USA/CAN Version D

Read the Product Safety Guide first, then read this Quick Setup Guide for the correct installation procedure.
Not all models are available in all countries.
The latest manuals are available at the Brother Solutions Center: support.brother.com/manuals.

Unpack the machine and check the components

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http://support.brother.com/videos

Watch our Video FAQs for help with setting up your Brother machine: support.brother.com/videos.

| Drum Unit and Toner Cartridge
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| Toner Cartridge Replacement (For MFC-L2690DWXL model) Use the toner cartridge that is pre-installed in the drum unit first.
| Telephone Line Cord (For MFC models)
| Brother Installation Disc
| Quick Setup Guide Product Safety Guide

NOTE:

  • Manuals in Spanish for this model are available on the Brother Solutions Center. (the USA only): support.brother.com/manuals
    Los manuales en español de este modelo están disponibles en el Brother Solutions Center.
    (Solamente en los Estados Unidos): support.brother.com/manuals

  • 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 6 feet (2 meters) 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.

Remove the packing materials and install the drum unit and toner cartridge assembly

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Load paper in the paper tray

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Connect the power cord and turn on the machinebrother MFC L2717DW
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Select your language (if needed)

  1. (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 HL and MFC models) Press Menu, 0, 0.

  2. Press ▲ or ▼ select your language, and then press OK.

  3. Press Stop/Exit.

Connect the telephone line cord (for MFC models only)
If you do not plan to use the fax feature on this machine, go to step.

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Configure the machine for faxing (for MFC models only)
If you do not plan to use the fax feature on this machine, go to step .
NOTE:

  • For more information on using the fax feature, see the Online User’s Guide.
  • Your machine is programmed to automatically receive faxes. To change this default mode, see the Online User’s Guide.

A. Set the date and time
Date

  1. Press Menu, 0, 1, 1.

  2. Enter the last two digits for the year on the dial pad, and then press OK.

  3. Enter the two digits for the month on the dial pad, and then press OK.

  4. Enter the two digits for the day on the dial pad, and then press OK.
    Clock Type

  5.  Press ▲ or ▼ select [12h Clock] or [24h Clock], and then press OK.

Time

  1. Enter the time using the dial pad, and then press OK. (12h Clock only)
    Press ▲ or ▼ select [AM] or [PM], and then press OK.

  2. Press Stop/Exit.

B. Set the Station ID

  1. Press Menu, 0, 2.
  2. Set your fax or telephone number and your name.

Select a device to connect to your machine
Computer

| Go to 8 and follow the instructions.
NOTE:
We recommend configuring wireless settings from your computer.
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| Mobile Device
Go to 9 and follow the instructions.

Connect your computerbrother MFC L2717DW Monochrome Compact Laser All
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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
For Network Users: Important Notice for Network Security
The default Web Based Management password is located on the back of the machine and marked “Pwd”.
We recommend immediately changing the default password to use network tools/utilities securely and to protect your machine from unauthorized access.

Can’t Connect? Check the following:

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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)|

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To select each menu option, press ▲ or ▼, and then press OK to confirm.
Select [Network] > [WLAN] > [Setup Wizard], and then press ▲.
If you cannot find this information, ask your network administrator or wireless access point/router manufacturer.
Even if you do not have a wireless access point/router, you can connect your device and your machine directly. For additional wireless network support, go to support.brother.com/wireless-support.
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 the setup is not successful, restart your Brother machine and your wireless access point/router, and repeat.

For Computer
Go to For Computer to install software

For Mobile Device
Go to 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.
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| Download and install the Mopria® Print Service app from Google Play™ using your Android™ device.
| Download and install our free application, Brother Mobile Connect, from a mobile app store, such as the App Store, or Google Play™ using your mobile 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 SupportCenter 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.
(the USA only) For more information on apps, visit www.brother- usa.com/connect.
For instructions, see the Online User’s Guide.

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1http://support.brother.com/wireless-support
Additional Wireless Support: support.brother.com/wireless- support
For FAQs, Troubleshooting, and downloading software and manuals, visit support.brother.com. For product specifications, see the Online User’s Guide.
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