The dimensions of the Brother MFC-8680DN printer model are quite impressive, with a height of 475 mm and a depth of 451 mm. Additionally, the printer boasts a width of approximately 531 mm and a substantial weight of 41 lbs (about 18.6 kg).
In terms of paper input, the standard tray can hold up to 250 sheets of plain paper whereas the multipurpose tray can hold 50 sheets. The ADF offers a third option for input paper supply. It’s worth noting that the printer has an automatic document feeder (ADF) that supports an input width ranging from 148 to 215.9. The acceptable input length is between 148 to 355.6 mm.
As for output, the printer’s output paper tray can hold up to 150 sheets in a face-down pattern, with an additional layer in a face-up pattern.
To ensure that your printer functions correctly, make sure to download the appropriate driver that is compatible with your operating system.
Brother MFC-8680DN Printer Driver Downloads
Driver for Windows
| Filename | Size | Download |
| Drivers for Windows 8 8.1 10 32 bit and 64 bit.EXE (Recommended) | 44.29 MB | |
| Drivers for Windows 7 32 bit and 64 bit.EXE (Recommended) | 43.61 MB | |
| Drivers for Windows vista xp 32 bit and 64 bit.EXE (Recommended) | 53.84 MB |
Driver for Mac OS
| Filename | Size | Download |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.15.dmg | 38.65 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.14.dmg | 38.58 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.13 and 10.12.dmg | 35.18 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.11.dmg | 26.32 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.10.dmg | 28.86 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.9.dmg | 22.67 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.6 to 10.8.dmg | 26.04 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.5.dmg | 5.85 MB | |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.15.dmg | 2.28 MB | |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.14.dmg | 293.09 MB | |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.13.dmg | 293 MB | |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.12.dmg | 293.07 MB | |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.8 to 10.11.dmg | 294.43 MB | |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.7 to 10.10.dmg | 6.53 MB | |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.6.dmg | 4.89 MB | |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.5 and 10.4.dmg | 2.08 MB |
Specifications
The printer’s internal memory boasts 64MB, powering its processor to deliver top-notch quality and speed. With a memory backup capable of storing up to 60 hours, this printer’s duplex printing feature enables both scanning and printing. By automatically printing on both sides of the page, it saves time and paper. Additionally, it comes with a secure function version lock 2.0 and a display component that includes a liquid crystal display (LCD) screen.
To utilize the faxing mode, a modem speed of 33600 bps and a transmission speed of around 2 seconds are required. The coding system is capable of supporting MH, MR, MMR, and JBIG formats along with a grayscale of 256 levels and 8-bit. Additionally, there is a delayed timer feature that can operate for up to 50 and can broadcast to a maximum of 390 locations. The page memory can hold up to 500 pages for the ITU-T test chart component and one-touch dial for 40 locations.
The Brother MFC-8680DN driver, available for download on the Brother website, also comes equipped with other notable features. These include speed dial for 300 spots, fax forwarding, and dual access. Moreover, there is a group dial function available, allowing for up to 20 groups in 300 locations to be added to the speed dial.