Why are printed pages curled from my Brother MFC-8460N All in One Printer?
Curled printed pages from your Brother All in One Printer could be due to low quality thin or thick paper, or not printing on the recommended side of the paper. Try turning over the stack of paper in the paper tray.
What to do if my Brother All in One Printer does not load paper and shows 'No paper' or 'Paper Jam'?
If your Brother All in One Printer displays 'No Paper' or 'Paper Jam', it means the machine isn't loading paper correctly. If there is no paper, load a new stack into the paper tray. If there is paper, ensure it is straight. Sometimes removing the paper, turning the stack over, and replacing it in the tray can help.
Why can't my Brother MFC-8460N print full pages and shows 'Out of Memory'?
If your Brother All in One Printer cannot print full pages and displays an 'Out of Memory' message, reduce the printing resolution. Also, try to reduce the complexity of your document. You can also add more memory.
How to fix 'Cannot install software or print' on Brother MFC-8460N?
If you cannot install software or print with your Brother All in One Printer, run the Repair MFL-Pro Suite program on the CD-ROM.
Why don't headers or footers print on my Brother MFC-8460N?
If headers or footers don't print on your Brother All in One Printer, despite appearing on screen, there is an unprintable area on the top and bottom of the page. Adjust the top and bottom margins in your document to allow for this.
Why does my Brother All in One Printer print only first pages correctly?
If your Brother All in One Printer prints the first few pages correctly but then starts missing text, your computer is not recognizing the machine’s input buffer full signal. Make sure that you connect the interface cable correctly.
Why are there vertical streaks in copies from my Brother MFC-8460N All in One Printer?
Vertical streaks in copies from your Brother All in One Printer indicate that either the scanner or the primary corona wire for printing is dirty. Clean them both.
Why do received faxes appear as split or blank pages on my Brother MFC-8460N All in One Printer?
If received faxes appear as split or blank pages on your Brother All in One Printer, your paper size setting may not be correct for the paper you are using. Turn on auto reduction.
Why does my Brother MFC-8460N All in One Printer not answer when called?
If your Brother All in One Printer isn't answering calls, ensure it's in the correct receiving mode for your setup. Check for a dial tone. If possible, call your machine to hear it answer. If there's still no answer, check the telephone line cord connection. If there's no ringing when you call your machine, ask your telephone company to check the line.
How to fix no print out on Brother MFC-8460N All in One Printer?
If your Brother All in One Printer is not printing, verify a few things. First, ensure the machine is plugged in and the power switch is on. Then, check that the toner cartridge and drum unit are correctly installed. Also, inspect the interface cable connection on both the printer and your computer. Confirm that the correct printer driver is installed and selected. Finally, check the LCD for any error messages.
General| Print technology | Laser |
|---|---|
| Maximum resolution | 1200 x 1200 DPI |
| Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter) | 28 ppm |
| Internal memory | 32 MB |
| Mac compatibility | Yes |
| Maximum internal memory | 544 MB |
| Maximum print size | 210 x 297 mm |
| Maximum ISO A-series paper size | A4 |
| Scanner type | Flatbed scanner |
| Grayscale levels | 256 |
| Maximum copy resolution | 1200 x 600 DPI |
| Maximum number of copies | 99 copies |
| Copy speed (black, normal quality, A4) | 28 cpm |
| Faxing | Mono faxing |
| Fax memory | 600 pages |
| Modem speed | 33.6 Kbit/s |
| Fax speed dialing (max numbers) | 300 |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 531 x 450 x 475 mm |
| Networking features | 10/100 Base-TX ethernet |
| All-in-one functions | Fax, Scan |
| Compatible operating systems | Windows 98(SE)/ Me/ NT WorkStation 4.0/ 2000 Professional/ XP/ XP Professional x64 Mac OS 9.1 - 9.2, Mac OS X 10.2.4 |
| Total input capacity | 250 sheets |
| Total output capacity | 150 sheets |
| Maximum input capacity | 550 sheets |
| Auto document feeder (ADF) input capacity | 50 sheets |
| Display | LCD |
| Market positioning | Business |
| Power consumption (off) | 15 W |
| Power consumption (average operating) | 1104, 85 W |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 10 - 32.5 °C |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 - 80 % |
Details on installing and using the dedicated printer driver for Windows.
Step-by-step instructions for printing a document from your application.
Information on duplex printing capabilities and guidelines for paper handling.
Explanation of the printer's operational keys like Job Cancel and Secure Key.
Details on supported printer emulations like HP LaserJet and BR-Script3.
Guide to configuring and using the Status Monitor utility.
Overview of settings configurable in the Windows printer driver.
Explains settings available on the Basic tab of the printer driver.
Details on settings available on the Advanced tab of the printer driver.
Information on accessing support resources and driver updates.
Details on optional accessories and their configuration.
Specific features and compatibility of the BR-Script3 driver.
Configuration options for document layout in the printer driver.
Guide to scanning documents using the TWAIN compliant driver.
Steps to open and select the scanner application.
Instructions for scanning entire pages or portions of documents.
Details on configuring Image Type, Resolution, Scan Type, and more.
Instructions for scanning using the WIA driver for Windows.
How to use the Scan button on the control panel for various scan functions.
Introduction to document management and OCR features.
Procedure for removing the ScanSoft PaperPort SE software.
Overview of the ControlCenter2 utility for accessing applications.
Steps to prevent ControlCenter2 from running automatically on startup.
Details on Scan to Image, OCR, E-mail, and File functions.
How to configure custom scan buttons for specific needs.
Instructions for using the Copy feature through ControlCenter2.
Overview of PC-FAX sending and receiving features.
Configuring machine settings like Remote Setup, Quick-Dial, Status Monitor.
Prerequisites and network license information for network scanning.
Steps to register and configure the machine for network scanning.
Methods to specify the machine by IP address or node name.
Using the Scan key for network functions like Scan to E-mail, Image, OCR, File, FTP.
Guide to configuring machine settings remotely via Windows application.
How to send documents as faxes using PC-FAX software.
Procedure to set up user details for fax header and cover page.
Configuring sending options including line access and user interface.
Managing contacts, groups, and importing/exporting address book data.
Customizing the cover page for PC-FAX transmissions.
Registering and clearing speed dial entries for faxing.
Enabling and setting up PC-FAX receiving functionality.
Information on how Windows Firewall affects network connections.
Details on required UDP port numbers for firewall configuration.
Step-by-step guide to configure Windows XP firewall for network use.
Step-by-step guide to configure Windows Vista firewall for network use.
Instructions for connecting and setting up a USB-equipped Macintosh.
Explanation of Job Cancel and Secure Key functions on the printer.
Details on supported printer emulations for Macintosh.
Guide to using the Status Monitor utility on Macintosh.
Setup and configuration for the laser driver on Mac OS X.
Setup and configuration for the laser driver on Mac OS 9.1 to 9.2.
Instructions for installing and using the BR-Script3 printer driver.
How to send faxes directly from Macintosh applications.
Overview of using the TWAIN scanner driver on Macintosh.
Instructions for scanning whole pages or specific portions.
Using PreScan to preview and crop images before scanning.
Configuration options for Resolution, Scan Type, and Document Size.
How to adjust Brightness and Contrast for scanned images.
Using the Scan button for various scan functions on Macintosh.
Introduction to document management and OCR software.
Contact information for NewSoft technical support.
Overview of the ControlCenter2 utility for Macintosh.
Steps to prevent ControlCenter2 from running automatically on startup.
Details on Scan to Image, OCR, E-mail, and File functions.
How to configure custom scan buttons for specific needs.
Using Copy and PC-FAX functions via ControlCenter2.
Configuring machine settings like Remote Setup, Quick-Dial, Status Monitor.
Prerequisites for network scanning on Macintosh.
Steps to register and configure the machine for network scanning.
Using the Scan key for network functions on Macintosh.
Guide to configuring machine settings remotely via Macintosh application.
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