Why does the network scanning feature not work on my Brother All in One Printer?
If the network scanning feature is not working on your Brother All in One Printer, the firewall setting on your PC may be rejecting the necessary network connection. Follow the instructions to configure the firewall.
Why does my Brother MFC-8460N All in One Printer print the first couple of pages correctly, then some pages have text missing?
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 does my Brother MFC-8460N All in One Printer ‘Hear’ a voice as a CNG Tone?
If your Brother All in One Printer 'hears' a voice as a CNG Tone, and Fax Detect is set to on, your machine is more sensitive to sounds. Deactivate the machine by pressing Stop/Exit. You can also try turning Fax Detect to off to avoid this problem.
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 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 are printed pages smeared on my Brother MFC-8460N All in One Printer?
Smeared printouts from your Brother All in One Printer could be due to an incorrect Paper Type setting for the print media you are using, or the print media may be too thick or have a rough surface. Ensure that you choose the Paper Type that suits the media type you are using.
Why does my Brother All in One Printer print vertical black lines when receiving faxes?
Vertical black lines when receiving faxes on your Brother All in One Printer may be due to several reasons. The primary corona wire for printing may be dirty; in this case, you should clean it. Alternatively, the sender's scanner may be dirty, so ask the sender to make a copy to see if the problem originates from their machine. You can also try receiving from another fax machine. If the issue persists, it may require professional attention.
Why is dialling not working on my Brother MFC-8460N All in One Printer?
If dialling is not working on your Brother All in One Printer, check for a dial tone. Change the Tone/Pulse setting. Check all line cord connections. Make sure that the machine is plugged in and switched on. If an external phone is connected to the machine, send a manual fax by lifting the handset of the external phone and dialling the number.
Why is my Brother MFC-8460N All in One Printer printing unexpectedly or printing garbage?
If your Brother All in One Printer is printing unexpectedly or printing garbage, turn off the machine’s power switch and then turn it on again. Also, check the settings in your application to ensure it is set up to work with your machine.
What does 'Check Paper Size' mean on my Brother MFC-8460N All in One Printer?
If your Brother All in One Printer's LCD shows 'Check Paper Size', it means the loaded paper isn't the correct size. Load the correct size of paper (A4, Letter, Legal, or Folio) and then set the Paper Size accordingly.
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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