windows 7 brother mfc 7860dw not connecting to pc

Windows 7: Connecting Your Brother MFC-7860DW Printer to Your PC

Are you having trouble connecting your Brother MFC-7860DW printer to your Windows 7 computer? It's not uncommon for printers to be a source of frustration if you don't know where to start. In this article, we'll guide you through the process of setting up your Brother printer wirelessly.

First, make sure that your printer has a small interactive screen with a menu system. If it does, navigate through the menu until you find the 'Setup Wizard' option. This is usually found under a tab labeled 'Network' or 'Wireless.'

Once you've selected the Setup Wizard, follow the on-screen instructions to configure your wireless network settings. You'll need to choose your Wi-Fi network from the list of available SSIDs and enter your router's WEP key (also known as your Wi-Fi password).

To do this, use the Brother printer keypad to enter your Wi-Fi password. Once you've entered it correctly, press 'Ok' three times to move on to the next step.

You'll then see a message asking if you want to enable Wlan. Press 'Ok' to accept and continue with the setup process.

After restarting your printer, you should see a message indicating that Wi-Fi setup will start. The printer will reboot automatically, and the network reset process will be complete.

To connect your Brother MFC-7860DW printer to your Windows 7 computer, follow these additional steps:

1. Press the Menu button on your printer.

2. Select 'Network' or 'Wireless' from the menu.

3. Choose your Wi-Fi network from the list of available SSIDs.

4. Enter your router's WEP key (Wi-Fi password) using the Brother printer keypad.

5. Press 'Ok' to apply the settings and wait for your printer to connect to the wireless network.

By following these steps, you should be able to successfully connect your Brother MFC-7860DW printer to your Windows 7 computer wirelessly. If you encounter any issues during the process, refer to your printer's user manual or contact Brother's customer support for assistance.

Windows 7 brother mfc 7860dw not connecting to pc