How to fix Cartridge Error on Brother Printer?
A 'Cartridge Error' indicates that the toner cartridge is not installed correctly. To resolve this, pull out the drum unit, take out the toner cartridge that is indicated on the LCD, and put it back into the drum unit again.
Why are the printed pages curled from my Brother Printer?
Curled printed pages may be caused by low quality thin or thick paper, or printing on the wrong side of the paper. Try turning over the stack of paper in the paper tray. Also, ensure that you choose the Paper Type that suits the print media type you are using.
What to do if my Brother Printer prints garbage?
If your Brother Printer prints unexpectedly or prints garbage, pull out the paper tray and wait until the machine stops printing. Then turn off the machine’s power switch and disconnect from the power for several minutes. Also, check the settings in your application to make sure it is set up to work with your machine.
What to do if my Brother Printer says Cover is Open?
If your Brother Printer displays a 'Cover is Open' message, it means that either the front cover or the fuser cover is not completely closed. Close the front cover of the machine. Close the fuser cover of the machine. If paper was jammed in the back of the machine when you turned on the power, make sure paper is not jammed inside the back of the machine, and then close the fuser cover and press Start.
Why are printed pages smeared from my Brother Printer?
Smeared printed pages can occur if the Paper Type setting is incorrect for the type of print media you are using, or if the print media is too thick or has a rough surface.
What to do if my Brother Printer misses text on some pages?
If your Brother Printer prints the first couple of pages correctly, then some pages have text missing, the computer is not recognising the machine’s input buffer’s full signal. Make sure that you connected the interface cable correctly.
What to do if my Brother Printer displays Cooling Down Wait for a while message?
If your Brother Printer displays a 'Cooling Down Wait for a while' message, it means the temperature of the drum unit or toner cartridge is too hot. Make sure that you can hear the fan in the machine spinning and that the exhaust outlet is not blocked by something. If the fan is spinning, remove any obstacles that surround the exhaust outlet, and then leave the machine turned on but do not use it for several minutes. If the fan is not spinning disconnect the machine from the power for several minutes and then reconnect it.
Why network scanning and printing do not work on Brother Printer?
If the network scanning and printing features do not work, the firewall setting on your PC may be rejecting the necessary network connection. Follow the instructions to configure Windows® Firewall.
What to do if computer cannot find Brother Printer?
If your computer cannot find your Brother machine, the firewall setting on your PC may be rejecting the necessary network connection. For details, see the instruction above.
What does Drum End Soon mean on my Brother Printer?
The 'Drum End Soon' message indicates that the drum unit is near the end of its life. Use the drum unit until you have a print quality problem; then replace the drum unit with a new one.
General| Print technology | Laser |
|---|---|
| Maximum resolution | 2400 x 600 DPI |
| Time to first page (black, normal) | 10 s |
| Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter) | 22 ppm |
| Input color depth | 48 bit |
| Image formats supported | BMP, PNG |
| Maximum scan resolution | 19200 x 19200 DPI |
| Copier resize | 25 - 400 % |
| PC free copying | Yes |
| Maximum copy resolution | 600 x 600 DPI |
| N-in-1 copy function (N=) | 2, 4, 9, 16, 25 |
| Copy speed (black, normal quality, A4) | 22 cpm |
| Total input capacity | 250 sheets |
| Auto document feeder (ADF) input capacity | 35 sheets |
| Internal memory | 16 MB |
| Sound power level (standby) | 32 dB |
| Sound pressure level (printing) | 53 dB |
| Display | LCD |
| Market positioning | Home & office |
| Display number of lines | 2 lines |
| Display number of characters | 16 |
| Maximum print size | 216 x 297 mm |
| Paper tray media types | Bond paper, Envelopes, Labels, Plain paper, Transparencies |
| Non-ISO print media sizes | Executive |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9) | A4, A5, A6 |
| ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9) | B5, B6 |
| Maximum ISO A-series paper size | A4 |
| Multi-Purpose Tray media weight | 60 - 163 g/m² |
| Standard interfaces | USB 2.0 |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 428 x 397 x 305 mm |
| All-in-one functions | Copy, Scan |
| Color all-in-one functions | scan, n |
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
| Power consumption (standby) | 5 W |
| Power consumption (PowerSave) | 10 W |
| Power consumption (average operating) | 320 W |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 50 - 91 °F |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 - 80 % |
| Package weight | 14.900 g |
| Maximum duty cycle | 10000 pages per month |
Overview of the manual's content and how to use it.
Guide on how to use the manual effectively.
Explains symbols and text conventions used in the guide.
Instructions for accessing advanced guides on CD-ROM.
How to access and view user guides.
Description of the machine's control panel buttons and LCD.
Instructions for loading paper and documents into the machine.
Step-by-step instructions for loading paper into the tray.
Details the margins that cannot be printed on paper.
Lists compatible paper types and media for optimal results.
Suggestions for paper types to achieve the best print quality.
Information on paper sizes and types for the paper tray and manual feed.
Guidelines for using special paper types like envelopes and labels.
How to load documents into the Automatic Document Feeder.
Instructions for scanning documents using the flatbed scanner glass.
Configuration options for machine settings.
How to configure paper type and size settings on the machine.
Adjusting the beeper volume for machine alerts.
Settings for conserving power and toner.
Configuring the machine's automatic sleep mode.
How to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen.
Printing a list of current machine settings.
Printing network settings report.
Procedures for performing copy operations.
Steps for making single or multiple copies.
How to cancel an ongoing copy job.
How to temporarily change copy settings.
Adjusting copy size ratios.
How to change contrast for copies.
Quick access to copy settings like Quality, Stack/Sort, Page Layout.
Settings for optimizing copy quality (Auto, Text, Photo).
How to sort copies when using the ADF.
Copying multiple pages onto a single sheet.
Handling the "Out of Memory" error during copying.
Information on software and network capabilities specific to the DCP-7045N.
Guide to accessing and navigating HTML user guides.
Instructions for Macintosh users to view guides.
Information regarding safety, legal compliance, and regulations.
Recommendations for placing the machine safely and optimally.
General safety warnings and precautions for using the machine.
Laser safety compliance information.
Safety instructions regarding power disconnection and UK wiring.
Network connection safety and interference compliance.
Environmental directives and energy efficiency statements.
Detailed safety guidelines for product use and maintenance.
List of registered trademarks used in the manual.
Guidance for resolving issues and performing regular maintenance.
Tips for resolving common machine problems.
Solutions for issues affecting copy print quality.
Troubleshooting steps for printing errors or failures.
Solutions for problems encountered during scanning.
Troubleshooting steps for software installation or printing issues.
Solutions for paper loading and feeding problems.
Recommendations for improving print quality issues.
Troubleshooting network connectivity and printing/scanning issues.
Explanations and actions for machine error messages.
Steps to clear paper jams in the ADF.
Procedures for clearing paper jams in various parts of the machine.
Procedures for cleaning and maintaining the machine.
Instructions for cleaning the exterior of the printer.
How to clean the scanner glass for optimal scans.
Procedure for cleaning the laser scanner window.
Steps to clean the corona wire for print quality.
Instructions for cleaning the drum unit.
When and how to replace toner cartridges and drum units.
Step-by-step guide for replacing the toner cartridge.
Step-by-step guide for replacing the drum unit.
Instructions for safely packing the machine for transport.
How to use the LCD for machine programming.
Reference guide for machine menu selections and options.
Information on how menu settings are stored.
Explanation of the function of each menu key.
Step-by-step guide to navigate the machine's menu system.
Overview of printer type, memory, power, and dimensions.
Details on supported paper types, sizes, weights, and capacities.
Technical details for copy functions like resolution and speed.
Technical details for scanning functions like resolution and document size.
Details on printer emulations, drivers, resolution, and speed.
Information on USB and LAN interface connections.
Minimum system requirements for PC compatibility.
Information on toner cartridge and drum unit life and part numbers.
Network board model, LAN support, and protocols.
Definitions of features and terms used in the manual.
Alphabetical listing of topics and their page numbers for quick reference.
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