Brother MFC-J705D Remote Setup Port (COM3) Driver

The Brother MFC-J705D Remote Setup Port (COM3) driver helps Windows recognize the USB-connected remote setup interface used by compatible Brother configuration software. It is intended for MFC-J705D users who need to configure their device from a computer or resolve a missing or unrecognized remote setup port.

Key Features

• Remote setup communication: Supports communication between the device’s remote setup interface and compatible Brother utilities.
• USB port recognition: Allows Windows to identify the remote setup interface as a COM port. Although listed here as COM3, the assigned port number may differ between computers.
• Legacy Windows support: Listed for Windows 10, 8.1, 7, Vista, and XP, subject to the compatibility of the individual driver package.
• Targeted interface support: Addresses the remote setup port rather than replacing all printing and scanning components, which may require additional Brother software.

How to Install Brother MFC-J705D Remote Setup Port (COM3) Driver

1. Check your Windows edition. Confirm your operating system and whether it is 32-bit or 64-bit before choosing a package. For Windows 10/11 systems, note that Windows 10 is listed as supported here; Windows 11 compatibility should be verified separately.
2. Select the matching package. When choosing a Brother MFC-J705D Remote Setup Port (COM3) driver download for Windows, confirm that the package explicitly supports your device and operating system. Prefer an official Brother source when looking for a free download.
3. Prepare the device. Close any running Brother utilities. Follow the package instructions regarding when to connect or disconnect the USB cable.
4. Install the driver. Run the downloaded installer and follow its prompts. If the download contains driver files without an installer, use Device Manager’s Update driver option and browse to the extracted folder.
5. Verify communication. Restart Windows if prompted, then check Device Manager for warning icons. Open the compatible Brother remote setup utility to confirm that it can communicate with the device.

Keep the driver updated when Brother provides a compatible release that addresses your issue or improves reliability. Before you update, check that the latest version still supports your Windows edition and device model; a newer package for a different Brother product is not a suitable replacement.