The Brother MFC-J285DW printer is a must-have for those who demand excellence in printing. This printer boasts a cutting-edge piezo print head with 210 nozzles to optimize ink usage. Additionally, the printer is equipped with a 64 MB RAM internal memory capacity that complements its processor for quick and efficient printing. The display panel of the printer is a 1.8-inch LCD screen that offers clear and crisp visuals, and it also features a TFT color touchscreen with a touch panel for hassle-free control to enhance user experience.
Brother MFC-J285DW Printer Driver Downloads
Driver for Windows
| Filename | Size | Download |
| Full Driver and Software Package for Windows 11 10 8.1 8 7 vista xp 32 bit and 64 bit.EXE (Recommended) | 143.85 MB | |
| Printer Driver and Scanner Driver for Local Connection for Windows 11 10 8.1 8 7 vista xp 32 bit and 64 bit.EXE | 29.97 MB |
Driver for Mac OS
| Filename | Size | Download |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.15.dmg | 38.69 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.14.dmg | 38.44 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.13 and 10.12.dmg | 38.53 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.11.dmg | 33.95 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.10.dmg | 38.53 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.9.dmg | 37.76 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.6 to 10.8.dmg | 22.43 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 | 293.23 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 |
Specifications
According to physical specifications, the printer weighs approximately 17.2 kg (around 7.5 kg) and measures about 410 mm in width, 161 mm in height, and 374 mm in depth. While in operation, the printer emits a maximum noise level of 50 dB. To achieve optimal print quality, the temperature range must be maintained between 20 and 330C. During activities, the approved temperature range is between 10 and 350C.
The printer supports a variety of paper types, including plain, inkjet, glossy, and transparent papers. Recommended sizes vary based on the type of paper, but include legal, letter, executive, photo paper, and index cards. The maximum paper tray capacity is an impressive 100 sheets of standard weight (20 lbs) plain paper. The paper output capacity is equally impressive, able to accommodate up to 50 sheets of printed paper with standard weight.
The technical requirements for this product encompass a range of features that speak to its impressive capabilities. Specifically, it must be compatible with the ITU-T group 3, and have a modem speed of 14400 bps. This feature necessitates an automatic fallback mechanism, which ensures seamless transitions between modes. Additionally, the scanning function must support a width of 8.19 inches, allowing for maximum flexibility in document size.
The grayscale depth of the device is approximately 8 bits at 256 levels, while the color depth is 24 bits. Meanwhile, the printer’s print resolution varies depending on the different modes available. Using the standard method, the device produces a resolution of 203 x 98 dots per inch (dpi) for black and 203 x 196 dpi for color. To download the Brother MFC-J285DW driver, please visit the Brother website.