What to do if my Brother All in One Printer says 'Cannot Detect' ink cartridge?
If your Brother All in One Printer displays 'Cannot Detect' for an ink cartridge, it could be due to a few reasons. If you installed a new ink cartridge too quickly, remove it and re-install it slowly and firmly until the cartridge lever lifts. If you're using non-Brother Original ink, replace it with a Brother Original ink cartridge.
Why are copies from my Brother Printer blank?
If copies from your Brother Printer are blank, make sure you are loading the document correctly.
Why does my Brother Printer say 'Cannot Print Replace XX Ink'?
If your Brother Printer displays 'Cannot Print Replace XX Ink', it means that one or more of the ink cartridges have reached the end of their life. Replace the indicated ink cartridges to resolve this issue.
Why is my Brother Printer showing 'No Ink Cartridge' error?
If your Brother Printer is showing a 'No Ink Cartridge' error, it means an ink cartridge is not installed correctly. Take out the new ink cartridge and re-install it slowly and firmly until it latches.
What causes black marks or spots in copies from my Brother Printer?
Black marks or spots on copies are typically caused by dirt or correction fluid on the scanner glass. Clean the scanner glass and white plastic above it.
What does 'Ink Low' mean on my Brother DCP-J105?
If your Brother All in One Printer displays 'Ink Low XXXXXXX', one or more of the ink cartridges are nearing the end of their life. Order a new ink cartridge. You can continue printing until the LCD shows 'Cannot Print'.
Why does my Brother DCP-J105 All in One Printer say 'Cannot Print Replace Ink'?
If your Brother All in One Printer displays 'Cannot Print Replace XX Ink', it means one or more of the ink cartridges have reached the end of their life. Replace the indicated ink cartridges to resume printing.
How to fix 'Wrong Paper Size' error on Brother DCP-J105?
If your Brother All in One Printer shows 'Wrong Paper Size', it means the paper size setting doesn't match the paper in the tray, or the paper guides aren't set correctly. Check that the selected paper size matches the paper in the tray. Ensure the paper is loaded in a Portrait position, aligning the paper guides with your paper size. After checking, press Mono Start or Color Start.
What does 'Data Remaining' mean on my Brother Printer and how to fix it?
If your Brother Printer displays 'Data Remaining', it means print data is left in the machine's memory. Press Stop/Exit to cancel the job and clear it from the memory, then try to print again.
What does 'Ink Low XXXXXXX' mean on my Brother Printer?
If your Brother Printer displays 'Ink Low XXXXXXX', it indicates that one or more of the ink cartridges are near the end of their life. Order a new ink cartridge.
General| Duplex printing | No |
|---|---|
| Print technology | Inkjet |
| Maximum resolution | 1200 x 600 DPI |
| Economical printing | Yes |
| Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter) | 27 ppm |
| Print speed (color, normal quality, A4/US Letter) | 10 ppm |
| Copier resize | 25 - 400 % |
| Maximum copy resolution | 1200 x 2400 DPI |
| Maximum number of copies | 99 copies |
| N-in-1 copy function (N=) | 2, 4 |
| Scan to | E-mail, File, Image |
| Scan drivers | ICA, TWAIN, WIA |
| Input color depth | 30 bit |
| Maximum scan area | A4 (210 x 297) mm |
| Output color depth | 24 bit |
| Maximum scan resolution | 19200 x 19200 DPI |
| Optical scanning resolution | 2400 x 2400 DPI |
| Printing colors | Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow |
| Maximum duty cycle | - pages per month |
| Number of print cartridges | 4 |
| Paper input type | Paper tray |
| Total input capacity | 100 sheets |
| Total output capacity | 50 sheets |
| Envelopes sizes | 10, C5, DL, Monarch |
| Photo paper sizes | 10x15 cm |
| Custom media width | 98 - 215.9 mm |
| Custom media length | 148 - 355.6 mm |
| Paper tray media types | Envelopes, Glossy paper, Plain paper, Transparencies |
| Non-ISO print media sizes | 2L, Executive (184 x 267mm), Index card |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9) | A4, A5, A6 |
| JIS B-series sizes (B0...B9) | B5 |
| Photo paper sizes (imperial) | 4x6, 5x7 \ |
| Borderless printing media sizes | 10x15, 2L, A4, A6, Index card, Letter |
| Maximum ISO A-series paper size | A4 |
| Display | LCD |
| Product color | Black |
| Market positioning | Home & office |
| Display number of lines | 1 lines |
| Display number of characters | 16 |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Security algorithms | 128-bit WEP, 64-bit WEP, SSID, WPA-AES, WPA-PSK, WPA-TKIP, WPA2-AES, WPA2-PSK, WPS |
| Mobile printing technologies | Apple AirPrint, Google Cloud Print |
| Supported network protocols (IPv4) | ARP, RARP, BOOTP, DHCP, APIPA(Auto IP), WINS/NetBIOS, DNS Resolver, mDNS, LLMNR responder, LPR/LPD, Custom Raw Port/Port9100, FTP Server, SNMPv1/v2c, TFTP server, ICMP, Web Services |
| Direct printing | - |
| Standard interfaces | USB 1.1, USB 2.0, Wireless LAN |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
| Sound pressure level (printing) | 50 dB |
| AC input voltage | 220 - 240 V |
| AC input frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
| Power consumption (off) | 0.2 W |
| Power consumption (standby) | 2.5 W |
| Power consumption (PowerSave) | 0.7 W |
| Power consumption (average operating) | 16 W |
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks |
| Server operating systems supported | Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 R2, Windows Server 2003 x64, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2008 x64, Windows Server 2012 |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 x64, Windows RT, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Business x64, Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows Vista Enterprise x64, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Basic x64, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Home Premium x64, Windows Vista Ultimate, Windows Vista Ultimate x64, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Home x64, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Professional x64 |
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | 20 - 33 °C |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 10 - 35 °C |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 - 80 % |
Weight and Dimensions| Depth | 374 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 435 mm |
| Height | 161 mm |
Explains how to use the documentation to maximize machine use.
Describes symbols and conventions used throughout the manual.
Instructions for accessing Brother Utilities on Windows 8 PCs.
Guide to accessing Advanced and Software/Network User's Guides on CD-ROM.
Steps to view user guides on Windows systems.
Explains how to find scanning instructions within the documentation.
Details on how to find network setup information for the DCP-J105 model.
How to find and download advanced guides from the Brother Solutions Center.
Instructions for accessing Brother support resources on Windows via CD-ROM.
Instructions for accessing Brother support resources on Macintosh via CD-ROM.
Explains the function of the Copy keys for adjusting copy settings.
Details the Menu, navigation (+/-), and OK keys for accessing and selecting options.
Describes the function of the SCAN key to access Scan mode.
Explains the Black Start and Color Start keys for initiating copies or scans.
Describes turning the machine on/off, Stop/Exit function, Warning LED, and LCD display.
Explains the meaning of the Warning LED status for different machine conditions.
Instructions for loading single sheets of paper and other print media into the tray.
Guidance on proper loading of envelopes, including types to avoid and orientation.
Details the unprintable margins on cut-sheet paper and envelopes.
How to configure paper type and size settings for optimal print quality and usage.
Information on various paper types, weights, and their suitability for printing.
Recommendations for specific Brother paper types and transparency film.
Guidelines for storing, handling, and loading print media correctly.
Comprehensive guide to paper types, sizes, weights, and capacities for various operations.
Step-by-step instructions for placing documents on the scanner glass for copying or scanning.
Lists the supported length, width, and weight for documents placed on the scanner glass.
Defines the unscannable areas on documents during scanning or copying.
Basic steps for performing a copy operation using the machine.
Explains how to adjust copy settings temporarily using the Copy keys.
Instructions for setting paper type and size for copy operations.
Steps to print documents from a computer, including driver installation and settings.
Prerequisites for scanning, including driver installation and network configuration.
Detailed steps for scanning documents to PDF format using ControlCenter4 on Windows.
How to modify SCAN mode settings for PDF scanning using ControlCenter4 on Windows.
Instructions for scanning documents to PDF using the control panel on Windows and Macintosh.
Step-by-step guide for replacing ink cartridges, including important notes and precautions.
Procedures for cleaning the scanner glass and print head to maintain performance.
Instructions on how to clean the scanner glass and plastic components.
Steps to manually clean the print head for quality issues and ink consumption.
How to print a quality check sheet and interpret results to diagnose print issues.
Guide to adjusting print alignment if text appears blurred or images faded after transport.
Instructions for setting the machine's date and time for regular print head cleaning and optimal quality.
Initial checks and steps to identify the source of a machine problem.
Explains common error messages, their causes, and recommended actions.
Detailed steps for locating and removing jammed paper from the machine.
Troubleshooting guide for common difficulties like no printout, slow printing, or incorrect page layout.
Solutions for common printing problems such as poor quality, blank pages, or skewed text.
Troubleshooting steps for issues like the machine not feeding paper or feeding multiple pages.
Solutions for problems encountered during copying, like black spots or blank copies.
Troubleshooting steps for TWAIN or WIA errors when starting a scan.
Solutions for issues related to installing software or device busy errors.
Steps to resolve network printing, scanning, and connectivity issues for DCP-J105.
How to check the machine's serial number and firmware version via the LCD.
Overview of machine reset functions including machine, network, and all settings.
Explains how to use menu tables to understand and set machine options.
Information on how menu settings are stored permanently, even during power failures.
Details the function of Menu, Stop/Exit, OK, and arrow keys for navigating menus.
A table detailing menu selections, options, descriptions, and page references.
Configuration options for network settings on the DCP-J105 model.
Instructions for entering text, numbers, letters, and symbols using the machine's controls.
Method for inserting spaces when entering text.
How to correct incorrect characters or numbers entered into the machine.
Overview of general machine specifications including printer type, memory, and power consumption.
Physical dimensions of the machine, including width, depth, and height.
Details on paper input (types, sizes, capacity) and paper output for the machine.
Specifications related to the copy function, including color, width, copies, and resolution.
Details on scanner capabilities, including TWAIN/WIA compliance, color depth, and resolution.
Specifications related to the printer function, including resolution, printing width, and borderless printing.
Information on USB and Wireless LAN interfaces supported by the machine.
Details network security, wireless setup, and support utility for the DCP-J105 model.
Lists supported operating systems, software functions, and required hard disk space.
Information on ink cartridges, their service life, and replacement consumables.
Explanation of Brother's Innobella™™ brand of consumables for high-quality printing.
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