Printing is an essential function of this device, which caters to both private and commercial printing needs. The print engine utilizes advanced color inkjet technology, along with a high-end CIS scanning method. The dimensions of this device are noteworthy, with a height of 222 mm, a depth of 403 mm, and a width of 440 mm, making it compact and convenient to use. Despite its impressive features, the device is lightweight, weighing approximately 9.6 kg.
When it comes to document input, the scanner glass can accommodate a width of 8.5 inches, providing ample space for various document sizes. However, the document input height through the same medium is 297 mm, ensuring that even large documents can be scanned with ease.
Brother MFC-5490CN Printer Driver Downloads
Driver for Windows
| Filename | Size | Download |
| Full Driver and Software Package for Windows 8 8.1 10 32 bit and 64 bit.EXE (Recommended) | 43.89 MB | |
| Full Driver and Software Package for Windows 7 32 bit and 64 bit.EXE (Recommended) | 43.49 MB | |
| Full Driver and Software Package for Windows vista xp 32 bit and 64 bit.EXE (Recommended) | 40.90 MB | |
| Printer Driver and Scanner Driver for Local Connection for Windows 8 8.1 10 32 bit.EXE | 15.73 MB | |
| Printer Driver and Scanner Driver for Local Connection for Windows 8 8.1 10 11 64 bit.EXE | 16.21 MB | |
| Printer Driver and Scanner Driver for Local Connection for Windows 7 32 bit.EXE | 15.62 MB | |
| Printer Driver and Scanner Driver for Local Connection for Windows 7 64 bit.EXE | 16.11 MB | |
| Printer Driver and Scanner Driver for Local Connection for Windows vista xp 32 bit.EXE | 6.75 MB | |
| Printer Driver and Scanner Driver for Local Connection for Windows vista xp 64 bit.EXE | 6.95 MB |
Driver for Mac OS
| Filename | Size | Download |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.15.dmg | 28.10 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.14.dmg | 28.11 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.13 and 10.12.dmg | 28.43 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.11.dmg | 29.53 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.10.dmg | 29.28 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.9.dmg | 39.53 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.8.dmg | 37.47 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.6 and 10.7.dmg | 29.22 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.5.dmg | 35.56 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 boasts an impressive input tray for the primary paper supply, capable of accommodating a whopping 150 sheets of plain paper. And if that’s not enough, the printer also features a top-of-the-line automatic document feeder (ADF), capable of holding up to 50 pages at a time. The output paper tray is equally impressive, holding up to 50 pages of printed sheets in a neat and orderly face-down pattern.
It’s worth noting that the maximum weight of paper for all input and output tray options is 80 gsm, or the equivalent of 20 lbs. This ensures that even heavier paper stocks can be handled with ease, making this printer a versatile and reliable choice for any printing needs.
The Brother printer offers two PC interface options: USB 2.0 hi-speed connectivity and Ethernet UTP cable of category 5 or higher. To utilize USB 2.0 hi-speed connectivity, a USB cable not exceeding 2 meters is required. On the other hand, the Ethernet UTP cable offers an alternative option.
The printer boasts an internal memory capacity of 40MB of RAM, which, in conjunction with the processor, delivers excellent quality results.
In order to ensure optimal printer performance, it is essential to maintain a temperature range of 10 to 350C in the printer environment during operations.
The optimal storage temperature for the device is maintained between 20 to 330C. Similarly, the ideal humidity range for both operations and top-notch print quality is between 20 to 80% without any condensation.
When it comes to faxing, the modem speed supported is 33600 bps with a transmission speed of approximately 3 seconds. For color faxing, the supported format is JPEG. On the other hand, the coding method for monochrome printing supports MH, MR, and MMR formats.
To download the Brother MFC-5490CN driver, head over to the Brother website and get the latest version.