Brother MFC-J280W User's Guide

Brother MFC-J280W manual cover
Pages 150
Year 2011
Language(s)
English en

Brother MFC-J280W Specification

The Brother MFC-J280W is an all-in-one inkjet printer designed for home offices and small business environments, offering a balance of functionality and compactness. It features a print resolution of up to 6000 x 1200 dpi, ensuring sharp and vibrant outputs for both text and graphics. The printer supports a variety of paper sizes, including letter, legal, photo, and envelopes, with a standard input capacity of 100 sheets. It integrates wireless connectivity through Wi-Fi, enabling easy setup and printing from multiple devices, including smartphones and tablets, using Brother’s iPrint&Scan app and other compatible mobile print services. The device supports direct printing via USB connections as well.

The MFC-J280W includes a flatbed scanner with an optical scanning resolution of up to 2400 x 1200 dpi, facilitating high-quality color and monochrome scans. It offers standalone copying capabilities, allowing for reduction and enlargement ranging from 25% to 400% in 1% increments. The printer also features a 1.9-inch color LCD display for easy navigation and operation of its functions.

This model supports a maximum monthly duty cycle of 2,500 pages, making it suitable for moderate usage. It includes individual ink cartridges, which helps optimize ink usage and reduce waste, with options for standard or high-yield cartridges. The compact design of the Brother MFC-J280W ensures it fits comfortably in small spaces without compromising on performance. The printer is compatible with both Windows and Mac operating systems, providing versatility in different computing environments.

Brother MFC-J280W F.A.Q.

How do I connect my Brother MFC-J280W printer to a wireless network?

To connect your Brother MFC-J280W printer to a wireless network, press the Menu button on the printer, navigate to Network, choose WLAN, and then select Setup Wizard. Follow the on-screen instructions to select your network and enter the password.

What should I do if my Brother MFC-J280W printer is not printing?

Ensure the printer is turned on and connected to the same network as your computer. Check for any error messages on the printer display. Verify that there is enough paper and ink. If the problem persists, try restarting your printer and computer.

How can I perform a print head cleaning on the Brother MFC-J280W?

To clean the print head, press the Ink button on the printer, select Cleaning, and choose All or a specific color. The printer will perform a cleaning cycle to improve print quality.

How do I replace an ink cartridge in the Brother MFC-J280W printer?

Open the ink cartridge cover, press the release lever to remove the empty cartridge, and unpack the new cartridge. Insert it into the corresponding slot until it clicks into place, then close the ink cartridge cover.

What steps should I follow to scan a document using Brother MFC-J280W?

Place the document on the scanner glass, open the Control Center on your computer, select the scan option, and choose your desired scan settings. Press the Start button on the printer to initiate the scan.

How can I update the firmware on my Brother MFC-J280W printer?

Visit the Brother support website, download the latest firmware update for the MFC-J280W, and follow the provided instructions to install it on your printer. Ensure the printer is connected to your computer during the update process.

What should I do if my Brother MFC-J280W printer displays a paper jam error?

Turn off the printer and unplug it. Carefully remove any jammed paper from the paper tray and inside the printer. Ensure no pieces are left behind, then plug the printer back in and turn it on.

How do I configure the Brother MFC-J280W printer for duplex printing?

To enable duplex printing, open the printer's properties dialog on your computer, go to the Printing Preferences section, and select the option for two-sided or duplex printing. Adjust settings as needed before printing.

Why is my Brother MFC-J280W printer printing blank pages?

Ensure the ink cartridges are not empty and are installed correctly. Perform a print head cleaning cycle and check that the paper size and type settings match the paper loaded in the tray.

How can I reset the network settings on my Brother MFC-J280W printer?

Press the Menu button, navigate to Network, and select Network Reset. Confirm the reset when prompted. This will restore all network settings to their factory defaults.