The Brother DCP 8060 driver connects this monochrome laser multifunction printer to your Windows computer, allowing applications to send print jobs with the correct settings. Depending on the package, it may also include scanning support and utilities for managing the device. For Windows 11, 10, 8, or 7, check the download’s compatibility details before installing, as available features can vary by operating system.

Key Features

• Reliable print communication: Helps Windows recognize the Brother DCP 8060 and process documents through the appropriate printer interface.
• Document layout controls: Provides access to supported settings such as paper size, orientation, copy count, and print quality.
• Scanning support where included: A compatible scanner driver enables supported applications to capture documents from the flatbed or automatic document feeder.
• Device-specific configuration: Makes supported paper-source and other printer options available instead of relying solely on generic Windows print settings.

How to Install

1. Check your Windows version. Confirm whether your computer runs Windows 11, 10, 8, or 7, and check its system architecture. Choose a Brother DCP 8060 package that explicitly supports your setup; do not assume an older installer will work on a newer system.

1. Download the appropriate package. Select a printer-only driver for printing, or a package that includes scanner components if you also need to digitize documents. Review any installation notes before proceeding.

1. Prepare the printer and computer. Turn on the device, load paper, and close open applications. For a USB installation, follow the package instructions about when to connect the cable—some installers require you to leave it disconnected initially.

1. Run the installer. Open the downloaded file, allow administrator access if prompted, and follow the setup instructions. Select the appropriate connection type and connect the printer when requested. Restart Windows if the installer asks you to.

1. Verify printing and scanning. Find the Brother DCP 8060 in Windows printer settings and print a test page. If you installed scanning components, try a sample scan in a compatible application. If setup fails, recheck the selected driver, cable connection, and any existing printer entries before reinstalling.

Common Issues and Fixes

• Install fails or stalls: Disconnect the DCP-8060, remove old Brother printer entries, and run the full Brother driver package as administrator. Reconnect USB directly to the PC—not a hub—and power on the printer when prompted. Avoid Windows Update’s generic driver during setup.
• Device not detected: Check the USB cable/port and confirm the DCP-8060 is powered on. In Device Manager, look for unknown devices or missing scanner entries, then rerun the installer. Restart the Print Spooler service if jobs are stuck.
• Driver version conflicts: Uninstall previous Brother DCP-8060 entries in Programs and Features and Device Manager, delete stale print queues, reboot, then install the latest Brother package. Do not mix a Windows-inbox driver with Brother’s full printer/scanner driver.