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Brother MFC MFC-790CW
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Quick Setup Guide
USA/CAN Version 0
MFC-790CW
MFC-990CW
Before you can use the machine, read this Quick Setup Guide for the correct setup and installation.
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Unpack the machine and check the components
WARNING
Plastic bags are used in the packaging of your machine. To avoid danger of suffocation, please keep
these bags away from babies and children.
Illustrations in this Quick Setup Guide are based on MFC-790CW.
a Remove the protective tape and film covering the scanner glass.
b Remove the green protective packing a by lifting the front of the
machine and then pulling down on the packing part.
c
Remove the plastic bag
b
containing the ink cartridges from on top of
the paper tray.
d Make sure you have all components.
WARNING
Warnings tell you what to do to prevent possible personal injury.
Important
DO NOT connect the USB cable yet (if you are using a USB
cable).
Starter Ink Cartridges
[x4]
Black
Yellow
Cyan
Magenta
Quick Setup Guide
User’s Guide CD-ROM
Accessory Order Form
Test Sheet (USA only) Telephone Line Cord
Telephone Handset
(MFC-790CW only)
Side Cover
(MFC-790CW only)
Cordless Handset
(MFC-990CW only)
Battery and Battery Cover
(MFC-990CW only)
User’s Guide for Cordless Handset
(MFC-990CW only)
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Brother MFC MFC-790CW Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBrother
ModelMFC MFC-790CW
CategoryAll in One Printer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Unpack the machine and check components

Unpack and check components

Steps to unpack the machine and verify all included components are present.

Connect the handset (MFC-790 CW only)

Connect handset cord

Connect the curled handset cord to the handset for the MFC-790CW model.

Load paper

Prepare paper tray for loading

Steps to pull out, open, and adjust the paper tray guides for loading paper.

Load paper into the tray

Instructions for fanning paper, inserting it correctly, and closing the paper tray.

Connect power and telephone line

Connect power and telephone lines

Connect the power cord to the machine and outlet, and the telephone line to the LINE jack.

Install ink cartridges

Install ink cartridges

Prepare, release seal, match lever color, and install ink cartridges following the arrow.

Secure ink cartridges

Gently push ink cartridges until they click and close the ink cartridge cover.

Check print quality

Perform print quality check and cleaning

Check printed color blocks, confirm clarity, and initiate cleaning for any issues.

Choose language

Navigate language setup

Access Initial Setup and Local Language options to select the desired language.

Choose receive mode

Configure receive mode settings

Navigate menus to select Fax Only, Fax/Tel, or Manual receive mode based on usage.

Set up message center

Set up message center

Record outgoing message and activate the Message Center mode.

Set LCD contrast

Adjust LCD contrast

Navigate General Setup and LCD Settings to adjust contrast and display settings.

Set date and time

Set date and time

Input the year, month, day, and time using the touchscreen interface.

Set station ID

Enter station ID details

Input fax number and name for printing on fax pages via Initial Setup.

Set tone or pulse dialing

Configure dialing mode

Access Initial Setup to select between Tone or Pulse dialing modes.

Set automatic daylight savings

Enable daylight savings adjustment

Configure General Setup to automatically adjust for daylight savings time.

Send product registration and test sheet

Complete and submit registration sheet

Fill out the registration sheet, enter fax number, and place sheet in ADF or on scanner.

Install cordless handset battery

Install and charge handset battery

Install battery, slide cover, and charge handset in cradle for at least 12 hours.

Set country on cordless handset

Configure cordless handset country settings

Set the country for correct operation on local telecommunication lines.

Choose cordless handset language

Select handset language

Navigate menus to select the language for the cordless handset's LCD.

Choose a location

Select optimal location for machine

Choose a location considering temperature, environment, and interference.

Choose connection type

Select connection method

Choose between USB, Wired Network, or Wireless Network connection types.

Before you install (USB - Windows)

Verify system requirements

Ensure computer is ON, logged in as Administrator, with no memory cards or USB drives inserted.

Install MFL-Pro Suite (USB - Windows)

Start and launch software installation

Insert CD, choose model/language, and click 'Install MFL-Pro Suite' to begin.

Install MFL-Pro Suite (USB - Windows)

Configure connection and proceed with installation

Select 'Local Connection', follow prompts, and accept license agreements.

Connect the USB cable (USB - Windows)

Connect USB cable to machine and PC

Connect cable to machine's USB socket and PC, routing it through the trench.

Connect the power cord (USB - Windows)

Connect power cord to continue installation

Connect the power cord to the machine to proceed with the installation process.

Finish and restart (USB - Windows)

Complete installation and restart computer

Click 'Finish' to restart the computer and finalize the software installation.

Before you install (USB - Macintosh)

Verify Mac system requirements

Ensure Mac is ON, logged in as Admin, with no memory cards or USB drives inserted.

Connect the USB cable (USB - Macintosh)

Connect USB cable to machine and Mac

Connect cable to machine's USB socket and Mac, routing it through the trench.

Install MFL-Pro Suite (USB - Macintosh)

Start and complete MFL-Pro Suite installation

Launch installer, choose connection, select model, add it, and then quit Print Center.

Install Presto! PageManager (USB - Macintosh)

Install PageManager software

Double-click the Presto! PageManager icon and follow the installation instructions.

Before you install (Wired Network - Windows)

Verify system and firewall settings

Ensure computer is ON, logged in as Admin, and temporarily disable firewalls.

Connect the network cable (Wired Network - Windows)

Connect network cable to machine

Connect the network cable to the LAN socket inside the machine.

Connect the network cable (Wired Network - Windows)

Route and connect network cable to network

Route cable, connect to network, and close the scanner cover.

Connect the power cord (Wired Network - Windows)

Connect power cord to begin installation

Connect the power cord to the machine to begin the installation process.

Install MFL-Pro Suite (Wired Network - Windows)

Start and accept software license agreements

Insert CD, launch installer, and accept license agreements for PaperPort and MFL-Pro Suite.

Install MFL-Pro Suite (Wired Network - Windows)

Configure wired network connection and adjust firewall

Select 'Wired Network Connection', click Next, and adjust firewall for network access.

Install MFL-Pro Suite (Wired Network - Windows)

Complete network registration and finish installation

Follow registration steps, then click 'Finish' to restart and complete setup.

Before you install (Wired Network - Macintosh)

Verify Mac system requirements

Ensure Mac is ON, logged in as Admin, and has correct network interface settings.

Connect the network cable (Wired Network - Macintosh)

Connect network cable to machine

Connect the network cable to the LAN socket inside the machine.

Connect the network cable (Wired Network - Macintosh)

Route and connect network cable to network

Route cable, connect to network, and close the scanner cover.

Install MFL-Pro Suite (Wired Network - Macintosh)

Start MFL-Pro Suite installation

Insert CD, launch 'Start Here OSX', choose 'Wired Network', and proceed.

Install MFL-Pro Suite (Wired Network - Macintosh)

Configure network machine selection

Select machine, choose XXX-XXXX, add it, and then quit Print Center.

Install Presto! PageManager (Wired Network - Macintosh)

Install PageManager software

Double-click the Presto! PageManager icon and follow the installation instructions.

Before you begin (Wireless Network)

Configure wireless network settings

Prepare to configure wireless settings by ensuring the machine communicates with the access point.

Confirm network environment (Wireless Network)

Gather network information

Write down SSID, authentication type, and WEP/WPA keys from your router/access point.

Choose automatic setup method

Select SecureEasySetup, Wi-Fi Protected Setup, or AOSS for one-push wireless setup.

Configure wireless settings (Wireless Network)

Initiate wireless setup wizard

Access Network > WLAN > Setup Wizard and select Yes to start.

Select network security settings

Match network security settings (authentication/encryption) and enter WEP/WPA keys.

Configure wireless settings (Wireless Network)

Enter WPAWPA2-PSK password

Enter the WPA/WPA2-PSK password and apply settings.

Connect to wireless network

Machine attempts connection; verify settings if connection fails.

Configure wireless settings using automatic method (Wireless Network)

Select automatic setup method

Confirm router symbol, place machine nearby, push router button, and start wizard.

Check connection status

Verify 'Connected' status on LCD; troubleshoot if 'Connection Failed' occurs.

Before you install MFL-Pro Suite (Windows Wireless)

Verify system requirements

Ensure computer is ON, logged in as Admin, with no memory cards or USB drives inserted.

Install MFL-Pro Suite (Windows Wireless)

Start software installation

Insert CD, choose model/language, and click 'Install MFL-Pro Suite'.

Install MFL-Pro Suite (Windows Wireless)

Configure wireless network connection

Select 'Wireless Network Connection' and click 'Next' to proceed.

Confirm network settings and adjust firewall

Check settings box, click Next, and adjust firewall for network access.

Install MFL-Pro Suite (Windows Wireless)

Complete network registration

Follow registration steps, close browser, and proceed with installation.

Finish and restart (Windows Wireless)

Complete installation and restart computer

Click 'Finish' to restart the computer and finalize the software installation.

Before you install MFL-Pro Suite (Macintosh Wireless)

Verify Mac system requirements

Ensure Mac is ON, logged in as Admin, and has correct network interface settings.

Install MFL-Pro Suite (Macintosh Wireless)

Start MFL-Pro Suite installation and search for device

Insert CD, launch installer, choose wireless, and the software will search for the device.

Install MFL-Pro Suite (Macintosh Wireless)

Complete installation process

Follow prompts, select model, add it, and then quit Print Center.

Install Presto! PageManager (Macintosh Wireless)

Install PageManager software

Double-click the Presto! PageManager icon and follow the installation instructions.

Install FaceFilter Studio (Windows)

Install FaceFilter Studio

Click the 'FaceFilter Studio' button to begin the installation.

Install FaceFilter Studio Help (Windows)

Check for FaceFilter Studio Help updates

Run FaceFilter Studio, click button, and check for updates on the Reallusion web page.

Install BookScan&Whiteboard Suite (Windows)

Install BookScan&Whiteboard Suite

Click the 'BookScan&Whiteboard Suite' button to start installation.

Install BRAdmin Light configuration utility (Windows)

Access Network Utilities and launch BRAdmin Light

Click 'Advanced' > 'Network Utilities', then launch BRAdmin Light and follow instructions.

Set IP address, Subnet Mask, Gateway (Windows)

Configure Static IP Address using BRAdmin Light

Double-click device, choose STATIC, enter IP, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and click OK.

Set IP address, Subnet Mask, Gateway (Macintosh)

Configure Static IP Address using BRAdmin Light

Double-click device, choose STATIC, enter IP, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and click OK.

Restore network settings to factory default

Perform factory reset

Disconnect cables, navigate menus to Factory Reset, confirm, and restart.

Replacement consumables

Ink cartridge details

Provides part numbers for black, yellow, cyan, and magenta ink cartridges.

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