Brother DCP-585CW LAN Driver

The Brother DCP-585CW LAN driver helps Windows communicate with your Brother multifunction printer over a local network, enabling printing and, with the appropriate scanner software, scanning. It is useful when setting up the device on a new computer, restoring a missing network connection, or replacing an outdated driver.

Key Features

• Network printing support: Connects compatible Windows computers to the DCP-585CW through your local network, so you can print without a direct USB connection.
• Printer settings access: Provides controls for supported options such as paper size, media type, and print quality.
• Scanning support with suitable software: The appropriate Brother scanner driver or full software package enables scanning; a printer-only download may not include this functionality.
• Legacy Windows compatibility: Driver options are available for Windows 10, 8.1, 7, Vista, and XP. Match the download to your operating system and its 32-bit or 64-bit architecture.

How to Install Brother DCP-585CW LAN Driver

1. Check your Windows version. Confirm your operating system and system type before choosing a package. If comparing Windows 10/11 options, note that Windows 11 is not included in the supported OS list provided here; verify compatibility with Brother before proceeding.
2. Choose the correct package. For a Brother DCP-585CW LAN driver download for Windows, select the latest version offered for your specific OS. Prefer an official Brother free download rather than third-party installers or paid driver-update utilities.
3. Prepare the network connection. Turn on the DCP-585CW and make sure it and your computer are connected to the same local network. Check the device’s network settings if it cannot be found.
4. Run the installer. Open the downloaded package, approve any Windows permission prompt, and follow the instructions. Select the network connection option when prompted and choose your device from the detected printers.
5. Test the installation. Restart Windows if requested, then print a test page. If you also installed scanner software, try a scan to confirm that both functions work.

Keep the driver updated when Brother provides a compatible release that addresses an issue or supports a system change. Before you install an update, check its OS requirements and release notes; the latest version for another Windows edition is not necessarily suitable for your computer.

Common Issues and Fixes

• Install fails or stops midway: Remove previous Brother DCP-585CW entries from Printers & scanners, run Brother’s uninstall tool, reboot, then reinstall the full LAN driver package as administrator. Disconnect USB during network setup.
• Device not detected on the network: Confirm the printer and PC are on the same subnet. Print a network configuration page for the current IP, add a Standard TCP/IP port with that IP, allow Brother software through Windows Firewall, and enable network discovery/SNMP.
• Driver/version conflicts: Uninstall old Brother and Windows inbox drivers, clear leftover printer ports, and install the correct 32/64-bit package for your Windows version. Avoid mixing generic or scan-only drivers with the full DCP-585CW LAN package.