Brother printer · Reset guide
How to reset Brother printer
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Brother offers several resets, from network settings only to a full Factory Reset. The menu path depends on whether your machine has arrow keys or a touchscreen.
01 · Start here
Restart before erasing your setup
- Choose the reset type. On Brother mono laser models, Machine Reset restores settings such as the date and time; Network, Address & Fax, All Settings and Factory Reset go further.
Source: Brother: reset the machine to factory default settings
02 · Factory reset
How to factory reset Brother printer
Before you confirm
Factory Reset is the most thorough option and Brother recommends it when disposing of the machine. A network reset restores the password and IP address to defaults.
HL-L2325DW, HL-L2350DW, HL-L2370DW
Initial Setup → Reset → choose type
- Use the arrows to select Initial Setup, then Reset, and press OK.
- Choose the reset type and press OK, then press ▼ and ▼ again for Yes. The machine restarts.
Source: Brother HL-L2350DW series: reset your Brother machine
HL-L2350DW series: network only
Network → Network Reset → Yes
- Select Network, then Network Reset, and press ▼ for Yes. The machine restarts.
Source: Brother HL-L2350DW series: reset the network settings
DCP-L5500DN, MFC-L5800DW, MFC-L6800DW and related models
Menu → All Settings → Initial Setup → Reset
- Press Menu, then OK, and go to All Settings → Initial Setup → Reset.
- Choose the reset type and hold OK for 2 seconds to confirm.
Unplug the interface cable first if you choose Network or All Settings.
Source: Brother: reset the machine to factory default settings
MFC-J1170DW touchscreen: network only
Settings → All Settings → Network → Network Reset
- When the confirmation appears, press OK for two seconds. The machine restarts.
After the reset
Set the printer's network and preferences up again.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between All Settings Reset and Factory Reset?
Factory Reset is more thorough and takes longer; Brother recommends it when you dispose of the machine.
What does a Brother network reset clear?
All wired and wireless network settings, including the password and IP address.