How to Set Up Your Brother Printer DCP-T420W?

The Brother Printer DCP-T420W is a multifunctional inkjet printer that can print, scan, and copy documents in color. It has a wireless network interface that allows you to connect it to your Wi-Fi network and print from your mobile devices. It also has a high-resolution print quality of up to 6000 x 1200 dpi and a fast print speed of up to 28 ppm for black and 11 ppm for color. In this blog, I will guide you through the steps to install your Brother Printer DCP-T420W and start using it.

What You Need to Install Your Brother Printer DCP-T420W?

Before you install your Brother Printer DCP-T420W, you need to have the following items:

A power source of 220 – 240 V AC 50/60 Hz
A USB cable (optional)
A wireless router or access point
A computer or mobile device with a web browser
The latest driver and software for your printer from Brother’s printer support

How to Install Your Brother Printer DCP-T420W?

To install your Brother Printer DCP-T420W, you need to follow these steps:

Step 1: Unpack and Set Up Your Printer

Take your printer out of the box and remove all the packing materials.
Open the ink tank cover and insert the four ink bottles into the corresponding slots. Make sure that the ink colors match the labels on the slots.
Close the ink tank cover and plug in the power cord.
Press the power button to turn on your printer.
Wait for the printer to initialize and fill the ink tubes. This may take about 15 minutes.

Step 2: Connect Your Printer to Your Network

You can connect your printer to your network either by using a USB cable or by using a wireless connection.

Option 1: Connect Your Printer to Your Network Using a USB Cable

Connect one end of the USB cable to your printer and the other end to your computer.
On your computer and enter your printer model in the search box.
Select your operating system and download the latest driver and software for your printer.
Run the downloaded file and follow the on-screen instructions to install them on your computer.
When prompted, select USB as the connection type and complete the installation.

Option 2: Connect Your Printer to Your Network Using a Wireless Connection

On your printer, press the Menu button and select Network Settings.
Select WLAN Setup Wizard and press OK.
Select your wireless network name (SSID) and press OK.
Enter your wireless network password (if any) and press OK.
Wait for the printer to connect to your network. The Wi-Fi indicator will light up when the connection is successful.

Step 3: Install the Driver and Software on Your Computer or Mobile Device

On your computer or mobile device and enter your printer model in the search box.
Select your operating system and download the latest driver and software for your printer.
Run the downloaded file and follow the on-screen instructions to install them on your computer or mobile device.
When prompted, select Wireless Network as the connection type and complete the installation.

How to Use Your Brother Printer DCP-T420W?

After you have installed your Brother Printer DCP-T420W, you can start using it to print, scan, and copy documents. Here are some tips on how to use your printer:

To print from your computer or mobile device, make sure that you have selected Brother DCP-T420W as the printer in your application settings. You can also use Brother iPrint&Scan or Mopria apps to print from your mobile devices.
To scan from your printer, place your document face down on the scanner glass or face up in the manual feed slot. Press the Scan button on your printer and select Scan To PC or Scan To Mobile Device. Follow the instructions on the display to complete the scan.
To copy from your printer, place your document face down on the scanner glass or face up in the manual feed slot. Press the Copy button on your printer and adjust the settings as needed. Press Start to begin copying.

Conclusion

The Brother Printer DCP-T420W is a versatile inkjet printer that can help you with various tasks. It is easy to install and use, and it offers high-quality prints and scans. I hope this blog has helped you set up your Brother Printer DCP-T420W. If you have any questions or feedback, please leave a comment below.