How to Connect Brother MFC-J1010DW Printer to Wi-Fi?

Are you new to printing? Even if you are not, you may still feel this way when you have to connect a printer to Wi-Fi or some other connection. Those days are gone when handling printers was a big deal. Nowadays, even beginners can set up their printers quite easily. I am a printer expert and deal with all printer-related problems. Many users complain to me about the issues they face while connecting their Brother printer. And today, through this blog I will teach you about Brother printer setup.

The Brother MFC-J1010DW printer is excellent, and its wireless connectivity helps you print easily anywhere, anytime. With the help of this blog, you will be able to connect your Brother printer to a Wi-Fi network.

Step 1: Things Before Connecting Brother Printer to Wi-Fi

Before you start printer setup, you must note that you have to get prepared for it. Therefore, you need to locate your Wi-Fi router or modem to begin the connection. And then, you have to note the network key and password which you will see on the side of your Wi-Fi access or router. 

To set up the Wi-Fi connection, you should know the SSID or home network with its password. After that, you will be ready to connect your printer to Wi-Fi. Follow the steps below to complete the Brother printer setup.

Step 2: Connect Your Brother MFC-J1010DW Printer to Wi-Fi

Once you have noted down your wireless connection and password, you are ready to connect your printer to Wi-Fi. I will also tell you about connections on the Brother MFC-J1010DW wireless printer with and without a touchscreen. Use the steps below to connect them.

Case 1: Brother Printer Without a Touchscreen

If your Brother printer has a touchscreen, you can use the steps below to connect it to the Wi-Fi. 

1. In the first step, connect your Brother printer to a power supply. 
2. Then, turn on the Brother MFC-J1010DW wireless printer.
3. After that, click on the Menu button to turn on your printer.
4. Now, continue with the Up or Down arrow keys to locate the submenu of the Network Settings.
5. Then, select the Setup Wizard option with the Up or Down arrows.
6. When your Setup Wizard window appears, tap on the Yes option when the Enable WLAN option appears.
7. Now, your Brother printer will start detecting all the available networks, and you will have to choose a network from the list.
8. Then, use the arrow keys to find your network.
9. Next, provide the password for the network.
10. Lastly, your Brother printer will show a confirmation message as “The wireless connection has been established.” 

These are the simplest steps for Brother printer setup on a wireless network. For detailed information, you can visit wirelessprinter.online and move to its support link. There, you will see options to call or chat with our live support agents, who are available 24/7 for your convenience. They will offer you a free consultation.

Case 2: Brother Printer With a Display

If your Brother printer has a touchscreen, you can continue with these steps to connect it to a wireless network. 

1. In the first step, connect your printer to a power supply and switch it on.
2. Then, hit the Wi-Fi button on the touchscreen.
3. Now, select the Setup Wizard option.
4. After that, click on the Enable WLAN option.
5. Then, select your Wi-Fi network from the shown list.
6. After that, provide your network key with the password.
7. Lastly, the printer’s touchscreen will verify that the connection is finally set up. 

These are the final steps for Brother printer setup on a wireless network. You can pick an option according to your printer model. After you do that, you have to get the latest printer drivers for your Brother MFC-J1010DW wireless printer.

Step 3: Download & Install Brother Printer Drivers

After connecting your Brother MFC-J1010DW printer to Wi-Fi, you are free to install printer drivers. This step is compulsory to allow your printer to work. However, you should also note that you are installing the updated printer drivers following the steps below. 

1. In the first step, visit Brother’s Support website and then move to the Support tab.
2. Then, click on the Software & Driver Downloads option.
3. After that, search for your printer model name in the box.
4. Then, select your operating system.
5. Now, select your Brother printer drivers according to your printer model.
6. Next, click on the Download button next to the driver package you want to download.

This is an important step in the Brother printer setup. When you have finished this process, you are ready to install printer drivers on a computer. Then, you should also take a print test to verify your printer’s function. For additional help, feel free to contact us at wirelessprinter.online to address any printer-related queries.