Before You Use Your Brother Machine ............................................................................................... 1
Definitions of Notes ........................................................................................................................................ 2
Important Note ............................................................................................................................................... 4
Introduction to Your Brother Machine................................................................................................. 5
About This Machine ....................................................................................................................................... 6
Control Panel Overview ................................................................................................................................. 9
Charge the Battery ....................................................................................................................................... 13
Paper Handling.................................................................................................................................... 14
Before Scanning........................................................................................................................................... 29
Scan Using the Scan Functions on Your Brother Machine ..........................................................................30
Save Scanned Documents on Your Computer................................................................................... 31
Save Scanned Documents to a Memory Card ................................................................................... 32
Web Services for Scanning on Your Network (Windows 7, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10) ............. 34
Restrict Scan Functions from External Devices ................................................................................. 37
Scan from Your Computer (Windows) ......................................................................................................... 38
Scan Using Nuance™ PaperPort™ 14SE or Other Windows Applications......................................... 39
Scan Using Windows Photo Gallery or Windows Fax and Scan........................................................ 45
Scan Using Kofax Power PDF Standard v3 ....................................................................................... 49
Scan Using Brother iPrint&Scan (Windows) ...................................................................................... 50
Scan from Your Computer (Mac).................................................................................................................. 51
Scan Using Brother iPrint&Scan (Mac) .............................................................................................. 52
Scan Using Apple Image Capture (ICA Driver) .................................................................................. 53
Scan Using Kofax Power PDF Standard for Mac v3 .......................................................................... 57
Using AirPrint Scanning ..................................................................................................................... 58
Scan Using Brother iPrint&Scan for Mobile ................................................................................................. 61
Brother iPrint&Scan for Mobile Devices ............................................................................................. 62
Scan Using Presto! BizCard......................................................................................................................... 63
Error and Maintenance Indications ............................................................................................................ 102
Service Call Indications .................................................................................................................... 105
Document Jam ........................................................................................................................................... 106
If You Are Having Difficulty with Your Machine .......................................................................................... 108
Scanning and Other Problems ......................................................................................................... 109
Check the Serial Number ........................................................................................................................... 124
Reset Your Brother Machine ...................................................................................................................... 125
Brother Help and Customer Support..........................................................................................................159
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Definitions of Notes
We use the following symbols and conventions throughout this User's Guide:
CAUTION
IMPORTANT
NOTE
BoldBold style identifies buttons on the machine's control panel or computer screen.
ItalicsItalicized style emphasizes an important point or refers you to a related topic.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injuries.
IMPORTANT indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in damage to property or loss of product functionality.
NOTE specifies the operating environment, conditions for installation, or special
conditions of use.
Tips icons indicate helpful hints and supplementary information.
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Trademarks
Brother is either a trademark or a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd.
Microsoft, Windows, Windows Server, Internet Explorer, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Microsoft Edge are either
registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
Apple, AirPrint, App Store, Mac, Safari, iPad, iPhone, iPod touch and macOS are trademarks of Apple Inc.,
registered in the United States and other countries.
Kofax, PaperPort and Power PDF, are trademarks or registered trademarks of Kofax in the U.S. and/or other
countries. All other trademarks are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Wi-Fi® and Wi-Fi Alliance® are registered trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance®.
WPA™, WPA2™, Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ and Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ logo are trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance®.
Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google LLC.
microSD Logo is a trademark of SD-3C LLC.
The Bluetooth® word mark is a registered trademark owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such
marks by Brother Industries, Ltd. and related companies is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are
those of their respective owners.
Each company whose software title is mentioned in this manual has a Software License Agreement specific to its
proprietary programs.
Any trade names and product names of companies appearing on Brother products, related documents
and any other materials are all trademarks or registered trademarks of those respective companies.
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Important Note
•The latest manuals are available at support.brother.com/manuals.
•Check support.brother.com for Brother driver and software updates.
•To keep your machine performance up to date, check
Otherwise, some of your machine's functions may not be available.
•Do not use this product outside the country of purchase as it may violate the wireless telecommunication and
power regulations of that country.
•Not all models are available in all countries.
•In this User's Guide, illustrations of the DSmobile DS-940DW are used, unless otherwise specified.
•The screens in this User's Guide are for illustration purposes only and may differ from the actual screens.
•Unless otherwise specified, the screens in this manual are from Windows 10 and macOS v10.12.x. Screens
on your computer may vary depending on your operating system.
•The contents of this guide and the specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.
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Indicates the microSD memory card status when the machine is in microSD Mode.
microSD memory card is inserted.
microSD memory card is not inserted.
(blinking)
The machine is not in microSD Mode.
3. Wi-Fi LED
Indicates the wireless network status when the machine is in Wi-Fi Mode.
Wireless network is connected.
Your machine is connecting to the wireless network.
(blinking)
Wi-Fi settings are not configured.
(blinking slowly)
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The machine is not in Wi-Fi Mode.
4. Battery LED
Indicates the rechargeable Li-ion battery status.
•When the machine is connected to the computer using a USB cable
Battery is fully charged.
(When the machine is turned on.)
(When the machine is turned off.)
The machine is charging the battery.
(blinking)
Battery Low. The machine is charging the battery.
(blinking)
A battery error has occurred.
•When the machine is not connected to the computer using a USB cable (The battery does not charge)
The machine is turned on and the battery power is
consumed.
Battery Low. The machine is turned on and the
battery power is consumed.
The machine is turned off or the battery has no
remaining power.
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A battery error has occurred.
5. 2side/1side LED
Indicates the scan option selected in microSD Mode.
6. 2side/1side Switching Button
Press to change the scan mode (2-sided Scan or single-sided Scan) in microSD Mode.
7. START/STOP Button
Press to start or stop scanning.
8. Power/Scan LED
Indicates the machine's status.
The machine is in Ready Mode.
•The machine is scanning.
•Remote Setup is in progress.
(blinking)
•The machine is preparing to charge the battery.
•The machine is starting up.
•The machine is shutting down.
9. Power Button
Press to turn on the machine.Press and hold to turn off the machine.
If the machine is connected to the computer using a USB cable and the battery is not fully charged, the
machine turns off and goes into Battery Charge Mode when you press and hold . (The Battery LED
blinks.)
The machine turns off after the battery is fully charged or when the USB cable is disconnected from the
machine or computer.
10. PDF/JPEG LED
Indicates the scan option selected in microSD Mode.
11. PDF/JPEG Switching Button
Press to change the scanning file format (PDF or JPEG) in microSD Mode.
12. Color/Mono LED
Indicates the scan option selected in microSD Mode.
13. Color/Mono Switching Button
Press to change the scan mode (color or black and white) in microSD Mode.
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Charge the Battery
Related Models: DSmobile DS-940DW
The scanner charges the rechargeable Li-ion battery when it is powered on, but will charge the battery faster
when the scanner powered off.
1. Make sure that your computer is on.
2. Connect the USB cable to your scanner's USB port.
3. Connect the USB cable to your computer.
The battery starts charging automatically.
The Battery LED blinks in green or orange while the battery is charging, and turns off or lights in green when
charging is complete.
•Charging stops if the temperature is higher than the recommended operating temperature. For more
information, see Related Information: Specifications.
•If you do not use the scanner for a long period, fully charge the battery at least once every three months
to prolong the battery life.
•If you do not use the scanner for a long period, store it in a cool, dry place at a consistent temperature.
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Paper Handling
• Document Specifications
• Load Documents
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Document Specifications
• Acceptable Documents
• Unacceptable Documents
• Carrier Sheet Recommendations
• Notes for Using Carrier Sheets
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Acceptable Documents
Standard Paper
SizeDSmobile DS-635/DSmobile DS-640:
•3.4 in. x 2.0 in. to 72 in. x 8.5 in. (86.4 mm x 50.8 mm to 1828.8 mm x 215.9 mm)
DSmobile DS-740D/DSmobile DS-940DW:
•Single-sided Scan
3.4 in. x 2.0 in. to 72 in. x 8.5 in. (86.4 mm x 50.8 mm to 1828.8 mm x 215.9 mm)
•2-sided Scan
3.4 in. x 2.0 in. to 16 in. x 8.5 in. (86.4 mm x 50.8 mm to 406.48 mm x 215.9 mm)
•Output Guide
4.13 in. x 2.91 in. to 11.69 in. x 8.5 in. (105 mm x 74 mm to 297 mm x 215.9 mm)
Weight
Thickness1.58 mil to 11.02 mil (0.04 mm to 0.28 mm)
Maximum Number
of Pages
Standard Paper
Size
9.3 lb to 72 lb (35 g/㎡ to 270 g/㎡)
Output Guide (DSmobile DS-740D/DSmobile DS-940DW): 13.9 lb to 21.3 lb (52 g/㎡ to 80 g/㎡)
To scan thinner documents, use the Carrier Sheet (not included).
1 page (1 sheet)
A48.3 in. x 11.7 in. (210 mm x 297 mm)
A55.8 in. x 8.3 in. (148 mm x 210 mm)
A64.1 in. x 5.8 in. (105 mm x 148 mm)
B57.2 in. x 10.1 in. (182 mm x 257 mm)
B65 in. x 7.2 in. (128 mm x 182 mm)
Legal8.5 in. x 14 in. (215.9 mm x 355.6 mm)
Mexican Legal8.5 in. x 13.38 in. (215.9 mm x 339.9 mm)
India Legal8.46 in. x 13.58 in. (215 mm x 345 mm)
Letter8.5 in. x 11 in. (215.9 mm x 279.4 mm)
Executive7 1/4 in. x 10 1/2 in. (184.1 mm x 266.7 mm)
Folio8 1/2 in. x 13 in. (215.9 mm x 330.2 mm)
Index Card5 in. x 8 in. (13 cm x 20 cm)
Business Card3.5 in. x 2.4 in. (90 mm x 60 mm)
Non-standard Size Paper
Photo
Photo L3.5 in. x 5 in. (9 cm x 13 cm)
Photo 2L5 in. x 7 in. (13 cm x 18 cm)
4 in. x 6 in. (10 cm x 15 cm)
Plastic Card
Size (ISO)
MaterialPlastic (PET)
TypePlastic card such as a store card.
ThicknessUp to 0.05 in. (1.24 mm) (with embossing)
Maximum Number of Cards One card
3.37 in. x 2.13 in. (85.6 mm x 53.98 mm)
Up to 0.04 in. (1 mm) (without embossing)
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Certain types of embossed cards may not scan correctly.
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Unacceptable Documents
The following types of documents may not be scanned successfully:
•Documents with paper clips or staples
•Documents with wet ink
•Fabrics, metallic sheets, or overhead projector sheets
•Glossy or mirrored media
•Documents that exceed recommended thicknesses
IMPORTANT
The damage caused by using any unacceptable documents with your Brother machine may not be covered
under warranty.
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Carrier Sheet Recommendations
Brother recommends using a Carrier Sheet (not included) to scan the following documents:
•Documents with a carbon sheet attached
•Documents written in pencil
•Documents narrower than 2 in. (50.8 mm)
•Documents shorter than 3.4 in. (86.4 mm)
•Pages thinner than 1.57 mil (0.04 mm)
•Documents of uneven thickness, such as envelopes
•Documents with large wrinkles or curls
•Bent or damaged documents
•Documents that use tracing paper
•Documents that use coated paper
•Photographs (photographic paper)
•Documents printed on perforated paper
•Documents printed on unusually-shaped paper (not square or rectangle)
•Documents with photos, notes, or stickers attached to them
•Documents that use carbonless paper
•Documents that use loose-leaf paper or any paper with holes in it
CAUTION
To avoid cutting yourself, do not slide or scrape your hand or fingers along the edge of the Carrier Sheet.
IMPORTANT
•To avoid warping the Carrier Sheet, do not place the Carrier Sheet in direct sunlight or in an area subject
to high temperatures and high humidity.
•To avoid damaging the Carrier Sheet, do not bend or pull it. Do not use a damaged Carrier Sheet, as it
may produce incorrect scan results.
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Notes for Using Carrier Sheets
•To avoid document jams, do not load the Carrier Sheet (not included) upside down. See the instructions
printed on the Carrier Sheet itself for more information.
•To avoid document jams, do not put several small documents into the Carrier Sheet at the same time. Insert
only one document into the Carrier Sheet at a time.
•Do not write on the Carrier Sheet, as the writing may be seen in scanned documents. If the Carrier Sheet
becomes dirty, wipe it with a dry cloth.
•Do not leave documents in the Carrier Sheet for extended periods of time; the printing on the documents may
bleed through onto the Carrier Sheet.
•If you use any of the Unacceptable Documents and damage your Brother machine, it may not be
covered under warranty.
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Load Documents
IMPORTANT
•Insert only one page into the scanner at a time. Insert the next page only after the first one is completely
scanned. Inserting more than one page at a time may cause your scanner to malfunction.
•Make sure documents with ink or correction fluid are completely dry.
•DO NOT pull on the document while it is feeding.
•DO NOT use paper that is curled, wrinkled, folded, ripped, stapled, paper-clipped, pasted, or taped.
•DO NOT use cardboard or fabric.
•Make sure there is enough space behind the Paper Output Slot. The scanned document is ejected from
the rear of the scanner.
•(DSmobile DS-740D/DSmobile DS-940DW) To eject the paper from the top of the scanner, open the
Output Guide.
• Load Standard Size Document
• Load a Plastic Card
• Load Non-standard Size Document
• Use the Output Guide
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Load Standard Size Document
(DSmobile DS-740D/DSmobile DS-940DW) If you scan the index card or business card, confirm the Output
Guide is closed.
1. Set your document face up in the Feeder Slot and align the left edge of the page with the Left Edge of the
Feeder Slot.
(DSmobile DS-740D/DSmobile DS-940DW) When you perform 2-sided scanning, insert the first page face
up into the Feeder Slot.
2. Slide the Document Guide until it touches the right side of the document.
3. Gently insert the document until you feel its top edge touch the inside of the scanner.
(DSmobile DS-940DW) When the machine is in microSD Mode, scanning begins automatically.
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Load a Plastic Card
•Load only one plastic card at a time.
•Load the plastic card long edge first.
•Certain types of plastic cards may be scratched when scanned. To prevent damage to the card, we
recommended using the Carrier Sheet.
•If the surface of the card is dirty with grease marks (for example, fingerprints) or similar, wipe the dirt off
before scanning.
•Certain types of embossed cards may not scan correctly.
•(DSmobile DS-740D/DSmobile DS-940DW) Confirm the Output Guide is closed.
1. Set the card top edge first into the Feeder Slot and align the left edge of the card with the Left Edge of the
Feeder Slot.
NOTE
If you insert an embossed card, make sure to insert it embossed side up into the Feeder Slot.
2. Slide the Document Guide until it touches the right side of the card.
3. Gently insert the card until you feel its top edge touch the inside of the scanner.
(DSmobile DS-940DW) When the machine is in microSD Mode, scanning begins automatically.
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a
b
Load Non-standard Size Document
•Make sure documents with ink or correction fluid are completely dry.
•Non-standard documents can include receipts, newspaper clippings, and photos.
•(DSmobile DS-740D/DSmobile DS-940DW) Confirm the Output Guide is closed.
1. Set the document you want to scan in the left corner of the Carrier Sheet and align the top of the document
with the top left corner of the Carrier Sheet.
a. Document is Face Up
b. Carrier Sheet Header is Face Up
2. Set the Carrier Sheet, face up with the header first in the Feeder Slot and align the left edge of the Carrier
Sheet with the Left Edge of the Feeder Slot.
If the receipt is longer than the Carrier Sheet, you can fold the receipt in two places so that it overlaps when
you insert it into the Carrier Sheet.
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3. Slide the Document Guide until it touches the right side of the Carrier Sheet.
4. Gently insert the Carrier Sheet until you feel its top edge touch the inside of the scanner.
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Use the Output Guide
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Use the Output Guide if there is not enough space behind the scanner.
The scanned document is ejected as follows:
When the Output Guide is closed.
When the Output Guide is open.
•Confirm the paper size and weight can be used to scan documents using the Output Guide.
See Related Information: Acceptable Documents.
•Do not use the Carrier Sheet with the Output Guide.
•Do not scan plastic cards using the Output Guide.
•For better scan results, when scanning documents in high or low temperatures and humidity, we
recommend not using the Output Guide.
•Open the Output Guide to support scanned documents.
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• Before Scanning
• Scan Using the Scan Functions on Your Brother Machine
• Scan from Your Computer (Windows)
• Scan from Your Computer (Mac)
• Scan Using Brother iPrint&Scan for Mobile
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Before Scanning
Before scanning, confirm the following:
•Make sure you have installed the scanner driver. For more information about installing the scanner driver, see
the Quick Setup Guide.
•If your Brother machine is connected via a USB cable, make sure the cable is physically secure.
(DSmobile DS-940DW) When using the wireless feature, make sure the scanner is turned on and is
connected to the same network as your computer.
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Scan Using the Scan Functions on Your Brother Machine
• Save Scanned Documents on Your Computer
• Save Scanned Documents to a Memory Card
• Web Services for Scanning on Your Network (Windows 7, Windows 8.1 and Windows
10)
• Restrict Scan Functions from External Devices
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Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Functions on Your Brother Machine > Save Scanned Documents on
Use Brother iPrint&Scan to change scan settings, such as resolution, file size or scan type. Go to your model's
Downloads page at support.brother.com to download the latest application.
1. Load your document.
2. Press START/STOP on the control panel.
The machine starts scanning.
DSmobile DS-940DW
Use Brother iPrint&Scan to change scan settings, such as resolution, file size or scan type. Go to your model's
Downloads page at support.brother.com to download the latest application.
If the machine and computer are connected wirelessly, configure the Scan to PC settings using Remote
Setup.
1. Slide the Mode Select Switch to or .
2. Load your document.
3. Press START/STOP on the control panel.
The machine starts scanning.
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Memory Card
Save Scanned Documents to a Memory Card
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You must format the microSD memory card first using a computer.
1. Slide the Mode Select Switch to .
2. Gently insert the microSD memory card into the scanner's Memory Card Slot with the metal contact points
facing upward.
The SD Card LED lights in white.
3. Adjust the scan settings by pressing the Color/Mono, PDF/JPEG, or 2side/1side Switching Buttons on the
control panel as needed.
Use Remote Setup to change scan settings, such as document size, or resolution.
4. Load your document.
The machine starts scanning automatically.
When finished, the scanned image is stored on the microSD memory card.
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Memory Card > Access Scanned Images on the Memory Card
Access Scanned Images on the Memory Card
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Make sure you slide the Mode Select Switch to and insert the microSD memory card into the Memory Card
Slot.
>> Windows
>> Mac
Windows
1. Connect the machine to your computer using a USB cable.
2. Access the folder on the microSD memory card.
3. Double-click Brother, and select the image you want.
Mac
1. Connect the machine to your computer using a USB cable.
2. The Photos application launches automatically and the scanned images on the microSD memory card
appear.
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Your Network (Windows 7, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10)
Web Services for Scanning on Your Network (Windows 7, Windows 8.1
and Windows 10)
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The Web Services protocol enables Windows 7, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10 users to scan using a Brother
machine on the network. You must install the driver via Web Services.
• Use Web Services to Install Drivers Used for Scanning (Windows 7, Windows 8.1 and
Windows 10)
• Configure Scan Settings for Web Services (Windows)
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Your Network (Windows 7, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10) > Use Web Services to Install Drivers Used for
Scanning (Windows 7, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10)
Use Web Services to Install Drivers Used for Scanning (Windows 7,
Windows 8.1 and Windows 10)
Related Models: DSmobile DS-940DW
Use Web Services to monitor scanners on the network.
•Make sure you have installed the Brother software and drivers.
•Verify that the host computer and the Brother machine are on the same subnet, or that the router is
correctly configured to pass data between the two devices.
•You must configure the IP address on your Brother machine before you configure this setting.
1. Do one of the following:
•Windows 10
Click
•Windows 8.1
Move your mouse to the lower-right corner of your desktop. When the menu bar appears, click Settings >
Change PC settings > PC and devices > Devices > Add a device.
The machine's Web Services Name appears.
•Windows 7
Click
The machine's Web Services Name appears with the scanner icon.
Right-click the machine you want to install.
•The Web Services Name for the Brother machine is your model name and the MAC Address (Ethernet
Address) of your machine (for example, Brother XXX-XXXXX (model name) [XXXXXXXXXXXX] (MAC
Address / Ethernet Address)).
•Windows 8.1/Windows 10
Move your mouse over the machine name to display the machine's information.
2. Do one of the following:
•Windows 8.1/Windows 10
Select the machine you want to install, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
•Windows 7
Click Install in the displayed menu.
> Windows System > Control Panel. In the Hardware and Sound group, click Add a device.
(Start) > Control Panel > Network and Internet > View network computers and devices.
To uninstall drivers, click Uninstall or (Remove device).
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Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Functions on Your Brother Machine > Web Services for Scanning on
Your Network (Windows 7, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10) > Configure Scan Settings for Web Services
(Windows)
Configure Scan Settings for Web Services (Windows)
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1. Do one of the following:
•Windows 10
Click
and printers.
•Windows 8.1
Move your mouse to the lower-right corner of your desktop. When the menu bar appears, click Settings,
and then click Control Panel. In the Hardware and Sound group, click View devices and printers.
•Windows 7
Click
2. Right-click the machine icon, and then select Scan profiles....
The Scan profiles... dialog box appears.
3. Select the scan profile you want to use.
4. Make sure the scanner selected in the Scanner list is a Brother machine that supports Web Services for
scanning, and then click the Set as Default button.
5. Click Edit....
The Edit Default Profile dialog box appears.
6. Select the Source, Paper size, Color format, File type, Resolution (DPI), Brightness and Contrast
settings.
7. Click the Save Profile button.
These settings will be applied when you scan using the Web Services protocol.
> Windows System > Control Panel. In the Hardware and Sound group, click View devices
(Start) > Devices and Printers.
If you are prompted to select a scanning application, select Windows Fax and Scan or Windows Photo Gallery
from the list.
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External Devices
Restrict Scan Functions from External Devices
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This feature allows you to restrict scan functions from external devices. When you restrict scan functions from
external devices, users cannot use those scan functions.
We recommend using Microsoft Internet Explorer 11 or later/Microsoft Edge for Windows, and Safari 12 or
later for Mac. Make sure that JavaScript and Cookies are always enabled in whichever browser you use. If a
different web browser is used, make sure it is compatible with HTTP 1.0 and HTTP 1.1.
1. Slide the Mode Select Switch to .
2. Start your web browser.
3. Do one of the following:
•When using Wireless Direct
Type "https://192.168.118.1" in your browser's address bar.
•When using infrastructure mode
Type "https://machine's IP address" in your browser's address bar (where "machine's IP address" is the
machine's IP address).
For example:
https://192.168.1.2
If the machine prompts you for a password, type it, and then click
own password, type the default login password. The default password for managing machine settings is
either:
•the password located on the bottom of the machine and marked "Pwd".
•initpass
4. Click the Scan tab.
5. Click the Scan from PC menu in the left navigation bar.
6. Disable the Pull Scan option.
7. Click Submit.
. If you have not previously set your
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Scan from Your Computer (Windows)
There are several ways you can use your computer to scan documents on your Brother machine. Use the
software applications provided by Brother, or use your favorite scanning application.
•
Scan Using Nuance™ PaperPort™ 14SE or Other Windows Applications
• Scan Using Windows Photo Gallery or Windows Fax and Scan
• Scan Using Kofax Power PDF Standard v3
• Scan Using Brother iPrint&Scan (Windows)
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Windows Applications
Scan Using Nuance™ PaperPort™ 14SE or Other Windows Applications
You can use the Nuance™ PaperPort™ 14SE application, which is included in the scanner driver, for scanning.
For detailed instructions on using each application, click the application's Help menu, and then click GettingStarted Guide in the Help ribbon.
The instructions for scanning in these steps are for Nuance™ PaperPort™ 14SE. For other Windows
applications, the steps will be similar. Nuance™ PaperPort™ 14SE supports both TWAIN and WIA drivers;
the TWAIN driver (recommended) is used in these steps.
1. Load your document.
2. Start Nuance™ PaperPort™ 14. Do one of the following:
•Windows 10
Click
•Windows 8.1
Click
•Windows 7
Click
3. Click the Desktop menu, and then click Scan Settings in the Desktop ribbon.
The Scan or Get Photo panel appears on the left side of the screen.
4. Click Select.
5. From the available Scanners list, select TWAIN: TW-Brother XX-XXXXX (where XXXXX is the model name
of your machine). To use the WIA driver, select the Brother driver that has "WIA" as the prefix.
6. Select the Display scanner dialog box check box in the Scan or Get Photo panel.
7. Click Scan.
The Scanner Setup dialog box appears.
> Nuance PaperPort 14 > PaperPort.
(PaperPort).
(Start) > All Programs > Nuance PaperPort 14 > PaperPort.
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8. Adjust the settings in the Scanner Setup dialog box, if needed.
9. Click the Document Size drop-down list, and then select your document size.
10. Click PreScan to preview your image and crop unwanted portions before scanning.
11. Click Start.
The machine starts scanning.
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• TWAIN Driver Settings (Windows)
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Windows Applications > TWAIN Driver Settings (Windows)
TWAIN Driver Settings (Windows)
•Note that the item names and assignable values will vary depending on the machine.
1. Scan
Select the Photo, Web, or Text option depending on the type of document you want to scan.
Scan (Image Type)
PhotoUse for scanning photo images.300 x 300 dpi24bit Color
WebUse for attaching the scanned
image to web pages.
TextUse for scanning text
documents.
2. Resolution
Select a scanning resolution from the Resolution drop-down list. Higher resolutions produce a finer scanned
image but consume more memory and increase transfer time.
3. Scan Type
Select from a range of scan color depths.
ResolutionScan Type
100 x 100 dpi24bit Color
200 x 200 dpiBlack & White
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•Auto
Automatically detects whether the document uses color and generates a scanned image of it. For
documents that mix color and black and white pages, color pages will be scanned in Color mode, while
black and white pages will be scanned in Black & White mode.
•Black & White
Use for text or line art images.
•Gray (Error Diffusion)
Use for photographic images or graphics. (Error Diffusion is a method for creating simulated grayscale
images without using true gray dots. Black dots are put in a specific pattern to give a gray
appearance.)
•True Gray
Use for photographic images or graphics. This mode is more accurate because it uses up to 256
shades of gray.
•24bit Color
Use to create an image with the most accurate color reproduction. This mode uses up to 16.8 million
colors to scan the image, but it requires the most memory and has the longest transfer time.
4. Document Size
Select the exact size of your document from a selection of preset scan sizes. If you select Custom, the
Custom Document Size dialog box appears and you can specify the document size.
(DSmobile DS-635/DSmobile DS-640/DSmobile DS-740D) Auto is not available for scanning at resolutions
greater than 400 x 400 dpi.
Scan both sides of the document. Select Long-edge binding or Short-edge binding depending on the
layout of your original to make sure the data file created appears correctly in the scanned document.
2-sided Scanning is not available for Long Paper.
2-sided Scan SettingOriginal LayoutScan Result
Long-edge binding
Short-edge binding
6. Advanced Settings...
Configure advanced settings by clicking the Advanced Settings... button in the Scanner Setup dialog box.
•Document Correction
-Cropping
•Auto Deskew
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Set the machine to correct document skewing automatically.
-Auto Deskew feature is automatically set to On if you select Auto for the Document Size.
-(DSmobile DS-635/DSmobile DS-640/DSmobile DS-740D) Auto Deskew is not available for scanning
at resolutions greater than 400 x 400 dpi.
•Detect End of Page
Detects the end of page and automatically adjusts the size of a page when the length of the
document is shorter than the Document Size selected.
•Margin Settings
This feature allows you to add or remove a specific margin at the edge of the image. A positive
value decreases the size of the scanned image when it is output and a negative value increases
the size of the scanned image when it is output.
Margin Settings is available only when Document Size is set to Auto.
-Rotate Image
Changes the direction of the document based on the text orientation when Auto is selected.
-Edge Fill
Fill in the edges on four sides of the scanned image using the selected color and range.
-Auto Color Detect Adjust
When scan type Auto is selected, you can adjust the detection level of color. Increasing the slider
value makes the machine more likely to determine that a given document is a color document.
-Skip Blank Page
Remove the document's blank pages from the scanning results.
•Image Quality
-Diffusion Adjustment -Gray
This function adjusts the brightness and contrast to create gray images.
Only available when the Scan Type is Gray (Error Diffusion).
Brightness
Set the Brightness level by moving the slider to the right or left to lighten or darken the image. If
the scanned image is too light, set a lower brightness level and scan the document again. If the
image is too dark, set a higher brightness level and scan the document again. You can also type a
value in the field to set the brightness.
Contrast
Increase or decrease the Contrast level by moving the slider to the right or left. An increase
emphasizes dark and light areas of the image, while a decrease reveals more details in gray areas.
You can also type a value in the field to set the contrast.
-Color Tone Adjustment
Allows you to adjust the brightness, contrast and gamma during True gray and color scanning.
-Background Processing
•Remove Bleed-through / Pattern
Prevent any visible text or images from the other side of the document from appearing on the
scan.
•Remove Background Color
Remove the base color of documents to make the scanned data more legible.
-Color Drop
Select a color to remove from the scanned image.
-Edge Emphasis
Make the characters of the original sharper.
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The following items can be selected when scanning color or gray images:
-Color Tone Adjustment
-Edge Emphasis
•B&W Image Quality
-B&W Threshold Adjustment
This setting allows you to adjust the image quality when scanning in Black & White mode. Larger
values increase the amount of black in the scanned image, while smaller values increase the amount
of white. Use this setting to improve the quality of documents scanned using the OCR (Optical
Character Recognition) technology.
-Character Correction
Correct any broken or incomplete characters in the original to make them easier to read.
Character Correction can be selected when scanning black and white images.
-B&W Inversion
This feature allows you to create a black and white inverted version of the scanned image.
•Feed Control
-Layout
Allows you to scan a two-page document combined into one page, or scan a one-page document
divided into two pages.
-Carrier Sheet Mode
Use the Carrier Sheet (not included) to scan the following document types:
•Important documents (photos, contracts)
•Thin paper (receipts)
•Irregularly-shaped paper (clippings)
-Continuous Scan
Select this option to scan additional documents using the same settings when a scan has been
completed.
•Additional Functions
-Barcode Detection
The machine reads the barcode printed on the scanned image. Specify the barcode type and
detection area.
•Barcode Detection is available when Layout is Off.
•To scan and read barcodes, use a third-party application. The TWAIN driver alone cannot convert
barcodes into data.
-JPEG Compression
Changes the quality of the JPEG file to be saved.
This function is available only when using a third-party application with Disk File mode.
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Fax and Scan
Scan Using Windows Photo Gallery or Windows Fax and Scan
Windows Photo Gallery or Windows Fax and Scan applications are other options that you can use for scanning.
These applications use the WIA scanner driver.
1. Load your document.
2. Launch your scanning application. Do one of the following:
•Windows Photo Gallery (Windows 7)
Click File > Import from Camera or Scanner.
•Windows Fax and Scan
Click File > New > Scan.
3. Select the scanner you want to use.
4. Click Import or OK.
The New Scan dialog box appears.
5. Adjust the settings in the Scanner Setup dialog box, if needed.
6. Click Scan.
The machine starts scanning.
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• WIA Driver Settings (Windows)
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Fax and Scan > WIA Driver Settings (Windows)
WIA Driver Settings (Windows)
1. Paper source
You can select Document Feeder only.
2. Picture Type (Image Type)
Select Color picture, Grayscale picture, Black and white picture or text, or Custom Settings for the type
of document you want to scan.
To change advanced settings, click the Adjust the quality of the scanned picture link.
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1. Brightness
Set the Brightness level by moving the slider to the right or left to lighten or darken the image. If the scanned
image is too light, set a lower brightness level and scan the document again. If the image is too dark, set a
higher brightness level and scan the document again.
2. Contrast
Increase or decrease the Contrast level by moving the slider to the right or left. An increase emphasizes dark
and light areas of the image, while a decrease reveals more details in gray areas. You can also type a value
in the field to set the contrast level.
3. Resolution (DPI)
Select a scanning resolution from the Resolution (DPI) list. Higher resolutions produce a finer scanned
image but consume more memory and increase transfer time.
4. Picture type
Select or change the type of document you want to scan.
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Scan Using Kofax Power PDF Standard v3
You can use the Kofax Power PDF application for scanning. It converts the scanned PDF data into other formats
including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, images and more. If you are asked to enter the
serial number when installing the software, check the label attached to the scanner. Within the application, see
the Kofax Power PDF Help menu, for more information.
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Scan Using Brother iPrint&Scan (Windows)
Use Brother iPrint&Scan for Windows to scan from your computer. Go to your model's Downloads page at
support.brother.com to download it.
1. Start Brother iPrint&Scan. Do one of the following:
•Windows 10
Click
•Windows 8.1
Click Brother iPrint&Scan.
•Windows 7
Click
2. If your Brother machine is not selected, click the Select your Machine button, and then follow the on-screen
instructions to select your Brother machine.
3. Click the Scan icon, and then follow the on-screen instructions to scan your documents.
> Brother > Brother iPrint&Scan.
(Start) > All Programs > Brother iPrint&Scan.
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Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Mac)
Scan from Your Computer (Mac)
There are several ways you can use your Mac to scan documents on your Brother machine. Use the software
applications provided by Brother or your favorite scanning application.
• Scan Using Brother iPrint&Scan (Mac)
• Scan Using Apple Image Capture (ICA Driver)
• Scan Using Kofax Power PDF Standard for Mac v3
• Using AirPrint Scanning
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Scan Using Brother iPrint&Scan (Mac)
Use Brother iPrint&Scan for Mac to scan from your computer. Download and install Brother iPrint&Scan from the
App Store.
1. In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications, and then double-click the iPrint&Scan icon.
The Brother iPrint&Scan screen appears.
2. If your Brother machine is not selected, click the Select your Machine button, and then follow the on-screen
instructions to select your Brother machine.
3. Click the Scan icon, and then follow the on-screen instructions to scan your documents.
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• Scan from Your Computer (Mac)
Related Topics:
• Brother iPrint&Scan Overview
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Scan Using Apple Image Capture (ICA Driver)
Download and install the ICA driver at support.brother.com. You can also scan directly using the Image Capture
application.
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• Scan Using Apple Image Capture
• ICA Driver Settings
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Using Apple Image Capture
Scan Using Apple Image Capture
1. Launch the Image Capture application.
2. Select the machine from the list on the left side of the screen.
If you connected the Brother machine to your Mac with a USB cable, you will see the machine in the
DEVICES area. If connected via a network, you will see it in the SHARED area.
3. Load your document.
4. Select the size of your document.
5. Select the destination folder or destination application from the Scan To pop-up menu.
6. Click Scan.
The machine starts scanning.
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Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Mac) > Scan Using Apple Image Capture (ICA Driver) > ICA
Driver Settings
ICA Driver Settings
To adjust image capture settings, click Show Details.
Item names and assignable values may vary depending on the machine.
1. Kind
Allows you to select from Color, Black&White, or Text.
2. Resolution
Specifies the document resolution you want.
3. Scan Size/Size
Specifies the paper size of the document.
4. Orientation
Specifies the orientation of the document.
5. Duplex (supported models only)
Allows you to select the Duplex check box to perform 2-sided (duplex) scanning.
6. Scan To
Specifies the destination folder or destination application.
7. Name
Allows you to enter the prefix text used for the name of the scanned image.
8. Format
Specifies the file format of the scanned data.
9. Combine into single document
Allows you to scan a document as one item and save it as one file when selecting PDF or TIFF for the file
format.
10. Image Correction
Depending on the Kind option selected, it allows you to configure the following settings:
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KindConfigurable Settings
ColorBrightness, Tint, Temperature, Saturation
Black&WhiteBrightness, Contrast
TextThreshold
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Scan Using Kofax Power PDF Standard for Mac v3
Use the Kofax Power PDF application for scanning. It converts the scanned PDF data into other formats
including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, images and more. If you are asked to enter the
serial number when installing the software, check the label attached to the scanner. See the Kofax Power PDF
Help menu for more information.
This application may not available in some countries.
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Using AirPrint Scanning
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• Before Using AirPrint Scanning
• Scan Using AirPrint Scanning
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Scanning
Before Using AirPrint Scanning
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Before using AirPrint Scanning, add your Brother machine to the scanner list on your Mac.
•To use this feature, make sure your machine has the latest firmware. To check for the latest firmware
upgrade, visit support.brother.com.
•Make sure your Brother machine and Mac are connected either wirelessly or via a USB cable.
1. Select System Preferences from the Apple menu.
2. Click Printers & Scanners.
3. Click the + icon below the Scanners pane on the left.
The Add screen appears.
4. Select your Brother machine, and then select Brother DS-XXXXX from the Use pop-up menu.
5. Click Add.
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Scanning
Scan Using AirPrint Scanning
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Before scanning, make sure your Brother machine is in the scanner list on your Mac.
1. Load your document.
2. Select System Preferences from the Apple menu.
3. Click Printers & Scanners.
4. Select your Brother machine from the scanner list.
5. Click the Open Scanner… button.
The Scanner screen appears.
6. Select the destination folder or destination application.
7. Click Show Details to change the scanning settings if needed.
8. Click Scan.
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Scan Using Brother iPrint&Scan for Mobile
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• Brother iPrint&Scan for Mobile Devices
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Home > Scan > Scan Using Brother iPrint&Scan for Mobile > Brother iPrint&Scan for Mobile Devices
Brother iPrint&Scan for Mobile Devices
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Use Brother iPrint&Scan to scan from various mobile devices.
•For Android™ Devices:
Brother iPrint&Scan allows you to use features of your Brother machine directly from your Android™ device.
Download and install Brother iPrint&Scan from the Google Play™ Store app.
•For all iOS supported devices including iPhone, iPad and iPod touch:
Brother iPrint&Scan allows you to use your Brother machine's features directly from your iOS device.
Download and install Brother iPrint&Scan from the App Store.
For more information, visit
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• Scan Using Brother iPrint&Scan for Mobile
Related Topics:
• Brother iPrint&Scan for Windows and Mac
support.brother.com/ips.
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Home > Scan > Scan Using Presto! BizCard
Scan Using Presto! BizCard
Presto! BizCard lets you manage the information from scanned business cards, such as names, companies,
phone/fax numbers, mailing, and email addresses, on your computer. Scan or import your business cards and
Presto! BizCard automatically saves the data and image for each card. Different viewing modes are available for
searching, editing, creating, and sorting.
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• Scan
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Network
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• Supported Basic Network Features
• Network Management Software and Utilities
• Additional Methods of Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless Network
• Advanced Network Features
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Home > Network > Supported Basic Network Features
Supported Basic Network Features
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The machine supports various features depending on the operating system. Use this table to see which network
features and connections are supported by each operating system.
Operating Systems
Windows 7 (SP1)
Windows 8.1
Windows 10
Windows Server 2012
Windows Server 2012 R2
Windows Server 2016
macOS v10.12.x
macOS v10.13.x
macOS v10.14.x
Windows Server 2019
ScanningYesYesYes
BRAdmin Light
1 2
Web Based Management
(supported models only)
Remote Setup
2
2
YesYes
YesYesYes
YesYes
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1
BRAdmin Light is available as a download from your model's Downloads page at support.brother.com.
2
The default password for managing machine settings is either:
• the password located on the bottom of the machine and marked "Pwd".
• initpass
We recommend you change it to protect your machine from unauthorized access.
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Network Management Software and Utilities
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Configure and change your Brother machine's network settings using a management utility.
• Learn about Network Management Software and Utilities
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Software and Utilities
Learn about Network Management Software and Utilities
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Web Based Management (supported models only)
Web Based Management is a utility that uses a standard web browser to manage your machine using the Hyper
Text Transfer Protocol (HTTP) or Hyper Text Transfer Protocol over Secure Socket Layer (HTTPS). Type your
machine's IP address into your web browser to access and change your scanner settings.
BRAdmin Light (Windows) (supported models only)
BRAdmin Light is a utility for the initial setup of Brother network-connected devices. This utility can search for
Brother products on your network, view the status and configure the basic network settings, such as IP address.
Go to your model's Downloads page at support.brother.com to download the latest version of Brother's
BRAdmin Light.
•If using Windows Firewall, or the firewall function of an anti-spyware or antivirus application, temporarily
disable them. When you are sure you can scan, configure the software settings by following the
manufacturer's instructions.
Remote Setup (Windows and Mac)
Remote Setup is a program for configuring many machine and network settings from either a Windows or a Mac
application. When you start this application, the settings on your machine are automatically downloaded to your
computer and displayed on your computer screen. If you change the settings, you can upload them directly to the
machine.
This utility can be used with either a USB or a network connection.
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Related Topics:
• Check the IP Address of Network Devices
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Additional Methods of Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless
Network
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• Before Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless Network
• Configure Your Machine for a Wireless Network Using the One-Push Method of Wi-Fi
Protected Setup™ (WPS)
• Configure Your Machine for a Wireless Network Using the PIN Method of Wi-Fi Protected
Setup™ (WPS)
• Use Wireless Direct
• Use Infrastructure Mode
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Before Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless Network
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Before attempting to configure a wireless network, confirm the following:
•Before configuring wireless settings, you must know your Network Name (SSID) and Network Key
(Password).
If you do not know this security information, contact the router manufacturer, your system administrator, or
your Internet provider.
•To achieve optimum results with normal everyday document scanning, place the Brother machine as close to
the wireless access point/router as possible with minimal obstructions. Large objects and walls between the
two devices and interference from other electronic devices can affect the data transfer speed of your
documents.
Due to these factors, wireless may not be the best method of connection for all types of documents and
applications.
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Network > Configure Your Machine for a Wireless Network Using the One-Push Method of Wi-Fi Protected
Setup™ (WPS)
Configure Your Machine for a Wireless Network Using the One-Push
Method of Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS)
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If your wireless access point/router supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS), you can use WPS from your
machine to configure your wireless network settings.
Routers or access points that support WPS are marked with this symbol:
1. Slide the Mode Select Switch to .
The Wi-Fi LED blinks.
2. Press and hold the WPS button on your machine for two seconds.
The Wi-Fi LED starts to blink more rapidly.
3. Press the WPS button on your wireless access point/router.
If your machine is connected successfully, the Wi-Fi LED stop blinking and becomes lit.
You have completed the wireless network setup. To install drivers and software necessary for operating your
machine, go to your model's Downloads page at
To configure additional Network Settings, use the Web Based Management. See Related Information: AccessWeb Based Management.
support.brother.com.
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Network > Configure Your Machine for a Wireless Network Using the PIN Method of Wi-Fi Protected Setup
(WPS)
Configure Your Machine for a Wireless Network Using the PIN Method
of Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS)
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If your wireless access point/router supports WPS, you can use the Personal Identification Number (PIN) Method
to configure your wireless network settings.
The PIN Method is one of the connection methods developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance®. By submitting a PIN
created by an Enrollee (your machine) to the Registrar (a device that manages the wireless LAN), you can set up
the wireless network and security settings. For more information on how to access WPS mode, see the
instructions provided with your wireless access point/router.
Type A
Connection when the wireless access point/router (1) doubles as the Registrar.
™
Type B
Connection when another device (2), such as a computer, is used as the Registrar.
Routers or access points that support WPS are marked with this symbol:
1. Slide the Mode Select Switch to .
The Wi-Fi LED starts to blink.
2. Press and hold the WPS button on your machine for two seconds.
The Wi-Fi LED blinks rapidly.
3. Press
The Wi-Fi LED blinks normally.
.
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4. Using a computer connected to the network, in your browser's address bar, type the IP address of the device
you are using as the Registrar. (For example: http://192.168.1.2)
5. Go to the WPS settings page and type the PIN indicated on the label attached to the machine, and then
follow the on-screen instructions.
•The Registrar is usually the wireless access point/router.
•The settings page will differ depending on the brand of wireless access point/router. For more detailed
information, see the instructions supplied with your wireless access point/router.
If using a Windows 7, Windows 8.1, or Windows 10 computer as a Registrar, complete the following
steps:
6. Do one of the following:
•Windows 10
Click
•Windows 8.1
Move your mouse to the lower right corner of your desktop. When the menu bar appears, click Settings >
Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Devices and Printers > Add a device.
•Windows 7
Click
•To use Windows 7, Windows 8.1, or Windows 10 computer as a Registrar, you must register it to your
network in advance. For more detailed information, see the instructions supplied with your wireless
access point/router.
•If you use Windows 7, Windows 8.1, or Windows 10 as a Registrar, you can install the scanner driver
after the wireless configuration by following the on-screen instructions. To install the full driver and
software package, see the Quick Setup Guide.
7. Select your machine and click Next.
8. Type the PIN indicated on the label attached to the machine, and then click Next.
9. (Windows 7 only) Select your network, and then click Next.
10. Click Close.
If your wireless device is connected successfully, the Wi-Fi LED on the machine lights up.
> Windows System > Control Panel. In the Hardware and Sound group, click Add a device.
(Start) > Devices and Printers > Add a device.
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Wireless Direct
Use Wireless Direct
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• Scan from Your Wireless Device Using Wireless Direct
• Configure Your Wireless Direct Network
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Wireless Direct > Scan from Your Wireless Device Using Wireless Direct
Scan from Your Wireless Device Using Wireless Direct
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Wireless Direct allows you to configure a secured wireless network between your Brother machine and your
wireless device (computer, smartphone, tablet, or similar), without using a wireless router/access point. You can
configure a wireless network by manually setting a Network Name (SSID) and Network Key (Password).
1. Wireless devices
2. Your Brother machine
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Wireless Direct > Configure Your Wireless Direct Network
Configure Your Wireless Direct Network
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1. Slide the Mode Select Switch to .
2. Activate the Wi-Fi function on your wireless device and search for the scanner.
3. Select the scanner's SSID (Network Name) (DIRECT-xxDS-940DW_BRxxxx) on your wireless device.
4. Enter the Network Key (Password) when prompted.
SSID and Network Key are printed on the label attached to the scanner.
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Infrastructure Mode
Use Infrastructure Mode
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• Scan from Your Wireless Device Using Infrastructure Mode
• Configure Wi-Fi Settings in Infrastructure Mode
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Infrastructure Mode > Scan from Your Wireless Device Using Infrastructure Mode
Scan from Your Wireless Device Using Infrastructure Mode
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You can connect your wireless device (computer, smartphone, tablet, or similar) to your scanner via a wireless
router/access point.
1. Wireless devices
2. Wireless router/access point
3. Your Brother machine
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Home > Network > Additional Methods of Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless Network > Use
Infrastructure Mode > Configure Wi-Fi Settings in Infrastructure Mode
Configure Wi-Fi Settings in Infrastructure Mode
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Before configuring your machine, we recommend writing down your wireless network settings. You will need
this information before you continue with the configuration.
1. Check and write down the current wireless network settings.
Network Name (SSID)
Network Key (Password)
For example:
Network Name (SSID)
HELLO
Network Key (Password)
12345
If your router uses WEP encryption, enter the Network Key (Password) used as the first WEP key. Your
Brother machine supports the use of the first WEP key only.
2. Connect the scanner to your computer using Wireless Direct.
3. Start your web browser.
4. Type "https://192.168.118.1" in your browser's address bar.
If the machine prompts you for a password, type it, and then click
own password, type the default login password. The default password for managing machine settings is
either:
•the password located on the bottom of the machine and marked "Pwd".
•initpass
5. Click the Network tab.
6. Click Wireless.
7. Click the Wireless (Setup Wizard) menu in the left navigation bar.
8. Click the Start Wizard button.
Wireless Setup Wizard starts automatically.
9. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the wireless network setup.
. If you have not previously set your
You have completed the wireless network setup. To install drivers and software necessary for operating your
machine, go to your model's Downloads page at
To configure additional Network Settings, use the Web Based Management. See Related Information: AccessWeb Based Management.
support.brother.com.
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• Configure Your Wireless Direct Network
• Access Web Based Management
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Advanced Network Features
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• Synchronize Time with the SNTP Server Using Web Based Management
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Based Management
Synchronize Time with the SNTP Server Using Web Based Management
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The Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP) is used to synchronize the time used by the machine for
authentication with the SNTP time server. You can automatically or manually synchronize the machine's time with
the Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) provided by the SNTP time server.
• Configure Date and Time Using Web Based Management
• Configure the SNTP Protocol Using Web Based Management
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Based Management > Configure Date and Time Using Web Based Management
Configure Date and Time Using Web Based Management
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Configure the date and time to synchronize the time used by the machine with the SNTP time server.
This feature is not available in some countries.
1. Start your web browser.
2. Do one of the following:
•When using Wireless Direct
Type "https://192.168.118.1" in your browser's address bar.
•When using infrastructure mode
Type "https://machine's IP address" in your browser's address bar (where "machine's IP address" is the
machine's IP address).
For example:
https://192.168.1.2
If the machine prompts you for a password, type it, and then click
own password, type the default login password. The default password for managing machine settings is
either:
•the password located on the bottom of the machine and marked "Pwd".
•initpass
3. Click the Administrator tab.
4. Click Date&Time in the left navigation bar.
. If you have not previously set your
5. Select the time difference between your location and UTC from the Time Zone drop-down list.
For example, the time zone for Eastern Time in the USA and Canada is UTC-05:00.
6. Select the Synchronize with SNTP server check box.
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7. Click Submit.
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Based Management > Configure the SNTP Protocol Using Web Based Management
Configure the SNTP Protocol Using Web Based Management
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Configure the SNTP protocol to synchronize the time the machine uses for authentication with the time kept by
the SNTP time server.
This feature is not available in some countries.
1. Start your web browser.
2. Do one of the following:
•When using Wireless Direct
Type "https://192.168.118.1" in your browser's address bar.
•When using infrastructure mode
Type "https://machine's IP address" in your browser's address bar (where "machine's IP address" is the
machine's IP address).
For example:
https://192.168.1.2
If the machine prompts you for a password, type it, and then click
own password, type the default login password. The default password for managing machine settings is
either:
•the password located on the bottom of the machine and marked "Pwd".
•initpass
3. Click the Network tab.
4. Click the Protocol menu in the left navigation bar.
5. Select the SNTP check box to activate the settings.
6. Restart your Brother machine to activate the configuration.
7. Next to the SNTP check box, click Advanced Setting and configure your settings as needed.
. If you have not previously set your
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OptionDescription
StatusDisplays whether the SNTP protocol is enabled or disabled.
Synchronization StatusConfirm the latest synchronization status.
SNTP Server MethodSelect AUTO or STATIC.
•AUTO
If you have a DHCP server in your network, the SNTP server will obtain
the address from that server automatically.
•STATIC
Type the address you want to use.
Primary SNTP Server
Address
Secondary SNTP Server
Address
Primary SNTP Server Port
Secondary SNTP Server
Port
Synchronization IntervalType the number of hours between server synchronization attempts (1-168
8. Click Submit.
Type the server address (up to 64 characters).
The secondary SNTP server address is used as a backup to the primary
SNTP server address. If the primary server is unavailable, the machine will
contact the secondary SNTP server.
Type the port number (1-65535).
The secondary SNTP server port is used as a backup to the primary SNTP
server port. If the primary port is unavailable, the machine will contact the
secondary SNTP port.
hours).
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Home > Security
Security
• Network Security Features
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Home > Security > Network Security Features
Network Security Features
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• Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/TLS
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Home > Security > Network Security Features > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/TLS
Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/TLS
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• Certificates and Web Based Management
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Home > Security > Network Security Features > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/
TLS > Certificates and Web Based Management
Certificates and Web Based Management
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• Supported Security Certificate Features
• Import and Export a CA Certificate
• Manage Multiple Certificates
• Create a Self-signed Certificate
• Install the Self-signed Certificate for Windows users with Administrator Rights
• Import and Export the Self-signed Certificate on your Brother Machine
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TLS > Certificates and Web Based Management > Supported Security Certificate Features
Supported Security Certificate Features
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Your Brother machine supports the use of multiple security certificates, which allows secure management,
authentication, and communication with the machine.
The machine can use SSL/TLS communication and supports the following types of security certificates:
•Pre-installed certificate
Your machine has a pre-installed self-signed certificate. This certificate enables you to use SSL/TLS
communication without creating or installing a different certificate.
The pre-installed self-signed certificate protects your communication up to a certain level. We recommend
using a certificate that is issued by a trusted organization for better security.
•Self-signed certificate
This machine issues its own certificate. Using this certificate, you can easily use the SSL/TLS communication
without creating or installing a different certificate from a CA.
•Certificate from a Certificate Authority (CA)
There are two methods for installing a certificate from a CA. If you already have a certificate from a CA or if
you want to use a certificate from an external trusted CA:
-When using a Certificate Signing Request (CSR) from this machine.
-When importing a certificate and a private key.
•Certificate Authority (CA) Certificate
To use a CA certificate that identifies the CA and owns its private key, you must import that CA certificate
from the CA before configuring the security features of the Network.
•If you are going to use SSL/TLS communication, we recommend contacting your system administrator
first.
•When you reset the machine back to its default factory settings, the certificate and the private key that
are installed will be deleted. If you want to keep the same certificate and the private key after resetting
the machine, export them before resetting, and then reinstall them.
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TLS > Certificates and Web Based Management > Import and Export a CA Certificate
Import and Export a CA Certificate
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1. Start your web browser.
2. Do one of the following:
•When using Wireless Direct
Type "https://192.168.118.1" in your browser's address bar.
•When using infrastructure mode
Type "https://machine's IP address" in your browser's address bar (where "machine's IP address" is the
machine's IP address).
For example:
https://192.168.1.2
If the machine prompts you for a password, type it, and then click
own password, type the default login password. The default password for managing machine settings is
either:
•the password located on the bottom of the machine and marked "Pwd".
•initpass
3. Click the Network tab.
4. Click the Security tab.
5. Click CA Certificate.
6. Do one of the following:
•To import a CA Certificate, click Import CA Certificate. Browse to select the file you want to import.
•To export a CA Certificate, select the certificate you want to export and click Export.
7. Click Submit.
. If you have not previously set your
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• Certificates and Web Based Management
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TLS > Certificates and Web Based Management > Manage Multiple Certificates
Manage Multiple Certificates
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The multiple certificate feature allows you to use Web Based Management to manage each certificate installed
on your machine. In Web Based Management, navigate to the CA Certificate screen to view certificate content,
delete, or export your certificates.
You can store up to seven CA certificates to use SSL.
We recommend storing one certificate fewer than allowed, reserving an empty spot in case of certificate
expiration. When a certificate expires, import a new certificate into the reserved spot, and then delete the expired
certificate. This ensures that you avoid configuration failure.
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• Certificates and Web Based Management
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TLS > Certificates and Web Based Management > Create a Self-signed Certificate
Create a Self-signed Certificate
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1. Start your web browser.
2. Do one of the following:
•When using Wireless Direct
Type "https://192.168.118.1" in your browser's address bar.
•When using infrastructure mode
Type "https://machine's IP address" in your browser's address bar (where "machine's IP address" is the
machine's IP address).
For example:
https://192.168.1.2
If the machine prompts you for a password, type it, and then click
own password, type the default login password. The default password for managing machine settings is
either:
•the password located on the bottom of the machine and marked "Pwd".
•initpass
3. Click the Network tab.
4. Click the Security tab.
5. Click the Certificate menu in the left navigation bar.
6. Click Create Self-Signed Certificate.
7. Enter a Common Name and a Valid Date.
•The length of the Common Name is less than 64 bytes. Enter an identifier, such as an IP address, node
name, or domain name to use when accessing this machine through SSL/TLS communication. The node
name is displayed by default.
•A warning will appear if you use the IPPS or HTTPS protocol and enter a different name in the URL than
the Common Name that was used for the self-signed certificate.
8. Select your setting from the Public Key Algorithm drop-down list. The default setting is RSA(2048bit).
9. Select your setting from the Digest Algorithm drop-down list. The default setting is SHA256.
10. Click Submit.
11. Click the Network tab.
12. Click the Protocol menu in the left navigation bar.
13. Click HTTP Server Settings.
14. Select the certificate you want to configure from the Select the Certificate drop-down list.
15. Click Submit.
16. Click Yes to restart your machine.
. If you have not previously set your
The self-signed certificate is created and saved in your machine's memory.
To use SSL/TLS communication, the self-signed certificate must be installed on your computer.
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TLS > Certificates and Web Based Management > Install the Self-signed Certificate for Windows users with
Administrator Rights
Install the Self-signed Certificate for Windows users with Administrator
Rights
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The following steps are for Microsoft Internet Explorer. If you use another web browser, consult the
documentation for your web browser to get help with installing certificates.
1. Do one of the following:
•Windows 10/Windows Server 2016/Windows Server 2019
Click
•Windows 8.1
Right-click the
•Windows 7
Click
•Windows Server 2012/Windows Server 2012 R2
Click (Internet Explorer), and then right-click the (Internet Explorer) icon that appears on the
taskbar.
2. Right-click Internet Explorer, and then click Run as administrator.
If the More option appears, click More.
If the User Account Control screen appears, click Yes.
3. Do one of the following:
•When using Wireless Direct
Type "https://192.168.118.1" in your browser's address bar.
•When using infrastructure mode
Type "https://machine's IP address" in your browser's address bar to access your machine (where
"machine's IP address" is the machine's IP address or the node name that you assigned for the
certificate).
4. Click Continue to this website (not recommended).
5. Click Certificate error, and then click View certificates.
> Windows Accessories.
(Internet Explorer) icon on the taskbar.
(Start) > All Programs.
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6. Click Install Certificate….
7. When the Certificate Import Wizard appears, click Next.
8. Select Place all certificates in the following store, and then click Browse….
9. Select Trusted Root Certification Authorities, and then click OK.
10. Click Next.
11. Click Finish.
12. Click Yes, if the fingerprint (thumbprint) is correct.
13. Click OK.
The self-signed certificate is now installed on your computer, and SSL/TLS communication is available.
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Brother Machine
Import and Export the Self-signed Certificate on your Brother Machine
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You can store the self-signed certificates on your Brother machine and manage them by importing and exporting.
• Import the Self-signed Certificate
• Export the Self-signed Certificate
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TLS > Certificates and Web Based Management > Import and Export the Self-signed Certificate on your
Brother Machine > Import the Self-signed Certificate
Import the Self-signed Certificate
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1. Start your web browser.
2. Do one of the following:
•When using Wireless Direct
Type "https://192.168.118.1" in your browser's address bar.
•When using infrastructure mode
Type "https://machine's IP address" in your browser's address bar (where "machine's IP address" is the
machine's IP address).
For example:
https://192.168.1.2
If the machine prompts you for a password, type it, and then click
own password, type the default login password. The default password for managing machine settings is
either:
•the password located on the bottom of the machine and marked "Pwd".
•initpass
3. Click the Network tab.
4. Click the Security tab.
5. Click the Certificate menu in the left navigation bar.
6. Click Import Certificate and Private Key.
7. Browse to the file you want to import.
8. Type the password if the file is encrypted, and then click Submit.
The self-signed certificate is imported to your machine.
To use SSL/TLS communication, the self-signed certificate must also be installed on your computer. For more
information, contact your network administrator.
. If you have not previously set your
Related Information
• Import and Export the Self-signed Certificate on your Brother Machine
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