Troubleshooting Guide for Common Brother Printer Issues

Understanding Common Brother Printer Problems
 

Brother printers are dependable but as with any device they will occasionally cause some issues. Knowing how to fix common problems can shorten the amount of time spent fixing the printer, and more importantly, can ensure the printer is in proper working order. This guide will provide easy solutions for some of the common issues stated.

One of the most common issues will be the printer jamming. Ensure the paper tray is loaded properly and has no wrinkles or objects stuck in it. After opening the printer, you will see the paper, and carefully remove any stuck paper following the instructions in your user manual.

Another issue is printing blank pages, or any faded pages. This could be caused by low toner or ink, clogged heads, or content mistakenly specified for printing. All of the above could be relief by simple checking ink levels, printing head cleaning utility on the printer, or making sure the paper is the right content for printing. 

Another common issue will be connectivity issues, which is mainly associated with wireless printing. Make sure your Brother printer is connected to the same network as your computer or mobile device. Occasionally you can resolve temporary network glitches by something as simple as unplugging and restarting both the printer and your router.

Driver and software issues could be preventing the printer from printing properly. Verify that you have the most recent Brother printer drivers and firmware your Brother printer may also rely on relevant software. Check online if available and download from Brother's official website to install. 

If the issues persist use your printer’s error codes or messages on the user manual, or troubleshooting support guides that are available on Brother’s website could be helpful to consult.