{"id":1075,"date":"2025-05-26T05:47:45","date_gmt":"2025-05-26T05:47:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.printerfixingerror.com\/blog\/?p=1075"},"modified":"2025-05-27T06:22:09","modified_gmt":"2025-05-27T06:22:09","slug":"brother-printer-not-connecting-to-wi-fi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.printerfixingerror.com\/blog\/brother-printer-not-connecting-to-wi-fi\/","title":{"rendered":"Brother Printer Not Connecting to Wi-Fi? Causes & Fixes"},"content":{"rendered":"

Wireless printing is an expectation, more than a convenience, in today\u2019s home and office environments. And, when your Brother printer unexpectedly stops connecting to Wi-Fi, your day can be disrupted, and your important tasks can be delayed. A stable wireless connection is essential for a smooth printing process, whether you are printing school assignments, work documents, or personal files.<\/p>\n

It might seem complex to reconnect your Brother printer to Wi-Fi, but fortunately, it\u2019s not. We will guide you through the most common causes of wireless connectivity issues and exactly show you how to fix them without needing any advanced technical knowledge.<\/p>\n

Why is My Brother Printer Not Connecting to Wi-Fi?<\/h2>\n

Before we begin the setup process, it would be helpful to understand why our printer is not connecting. The most common issues are as mentioned below:<\/p>\n

1. Router or Network Changes.<\/h3>\n

Did you recently change your Wi-Fi router or update your network name (SSID) or the password? If yes, your printer is likely not to connect as it is still trying to connect to the old settings. Just like any other smart device, the credentials are to be updated even with the printer.<\/p>\n

2. Firmware or Driver Updates<\/h3>\n

The printer may no longer be able to communicate properly with your Wi-Fi network or your computer if you have delayed installing firmware or software updates. To ensure compatibility and optimal performance, it\u2019s recommended to keep everything updated.<\/p>\n

3. Power Outages or Interruptions<\/h3>\n

The printer\u2019s memory can be disrupted, or network settings can be reset because of the unexpected shutdowns, which can lead to disconnection. Unplugging, surge or electricity fluctuations because of a storm may cause such abrupt shutdowns.<\/p>\n

4. Printer Settings Reset<\/h3>\n

A reset might sometimes be triggered manually or by accident. Your Brother printer won\u2019t remember your previous Wi-Fi network if it has been restored to factory settings.<\/p>\n

How Do You Connect a Brother Printer to Wi-Fi?<\/h2>\n

You might be setting up the printer again from scratch or just reconnecting it after some changes. The following are the steps on how you can connect a Brother printer to Wi-Fi using the control panel<\/p>\n

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  1. Turn your Brother printer on<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
  2. Using the printer\u2019s control panel, go to the Menu<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
  3. Go to the Network<\/strong> using the arrow keys, and then press OK<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
  4. Select WLAN > Setup Wizard<\/strong> and then press OK<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
  5. The available networks will be searched by the printer. Choose your Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and then press OK<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
  6. Using the printer\u2019s keypad, enter the Wi-Fi password<\/strong>. Press OK<\/strong> and then Yes<\/strong> to apply the settings.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Your Brother printer should now be connected to your Wi-Fi network. If it prints a Connection OK<\/strong> confirmation page, you would know that it worked.<\/p>\n

    How Do You Connect a Brother Printer to Wi-Fi using WPS?<\/h2>\n

    A faster way to connect your printer to Wi-Fi is through WPS, also known as Wi-Fi Protected Setup, which is ideal if you don\u2019t want to manually enter a password. An important thing to note here is that this only works if your router supports WPS. The following are the steps on how you can do it \u2013<\/p>\n

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    1. Turn your Brother printer on<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
    2. On your router, press the WPS or AOSS<\/strong> (You may need to hold it down until the WPS light blinks. This may take a few seconds.)<\/li>\n
    3. Within the next 2 minutes, on your printer, press the WLAN button<\/strong> and hold it until the wireless light blinks.<\/li>\n
    4. The WPS signal will automatically be detected by the printer, and it will connect to the Wi-Fi network.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      The wireless LED light on the printer will stay lit and the printer will print a \u201cConnection OK\u201d page, if the printer successfully connects to the Wi-Fi.<\/p>\n

      Troubleshooting for Brother Printer Not Connecting to Wi-Fi<\/h2>\n

      Here are some tried-and-true troubleshooting methods if your Brother printer still won\u2019t connect to the Wi-Fi network.<\/p>\n

      1. Ensure the Printer is Within Range<\/h3>\n

      Assure that your printer is physically close enough to or within range of your router. Thick walls, floors, or electronic interference (like microwaves) can disrupt your connection.<\/p>\n

      Tip:<\/strong> Check if your phone or laptop can get a signal at the spot before placing your printer. If they can barely get a signal at any spot, the printer will likely struggle, too.<\/p>\n

      2. Double-Check Wi-Fi Password Accuracy<\/h3>\n

      One wrong character, even a small typo or capital letter, can prevent your printer from connecting. Re-entering your Wi-Fi password carefully and confirming it\u2019s correct can help.<\/p>\n

      Pro tip:<\/strong> Copy-pasting from a document should be avoided; instead, the password should be manually entered.<\/p>\n

      3. Update Printer Firmware and Drivers<\/h3>\n

      Oftentimes, the root cause of connectivity issues is outdated firmware or drivers.<\/p>\n