Brother MFC-J980DN Remote Setup Port (COM3) Driver

The Brother MFC-J980DN Remote Setup Port (COM3) driver helps Windows recognize the USB-connected remote setup interface used by Brother software to communicate with your multifunction printer. It is intended for users setting up the device, restoring a missing port, or troubleshooting remote configuration access—not as a replacement for the printer’s printing and scanning drivers.

Key Features

• Remote setup communication: Supports the connection between compatible Brother configuration software and the device’s remote setup interface.
• USB port recognition: Helps Windows identify the Remote Setup Port entry in Device Manager. Although this device is listed as COM3, Windows may assign a different COM number.
• Legacy Windows support: Listed operating systems include Windows 10, 8.1, 7, Vista, and XP. Choose a package that matches your Windows version and system architecture.
• Setup troubleshooting: Installing the correct driver may resolve an unrecognized interface or missing-driver warning when the cause is a driver issue.

How to Install Brother MFC-J980DN Remote Setup Port (COM3) Driver

1. Check your Windows version. Confirm your operating system and whether it is 32-bit or 64-bit. For Windows 10/11 systems, note that Windows 10 is listed as supported here; Windows 11 compatibility requires separate confirmation from Brother.
2. Select a compatible package. Before starting your Brother MFC-J980DN Remote Setup Port (COM3) driver download for Windows, verify the model, operating system, and package contents. Prefer an official Brother source when choosing a free download.
3. Prepare the USB connection. Close any running Brother utilities. Follow the package instructions about when to connect the printer; some installers require the USB cable to remain disconnected until prompted.
4. Install the driver. Run the supplied installer and follow its instructions. If the package contains only driver files, use Device Manager to update the relevant device and browse to the extracted folder.
5. Verify operation. Restart Windows if requested, then check Device Manager for warnings. Open compatible Brother Remote Setup software to confirm that it can communicate with the printer.

Keep the driver updated when Brother provides a compatible release that addresses your issue or supports a system change. Choose the latest version approved for your specific Windows edition rather than assuming a newer package supports every operating system. If remote setup already works reliably, review the release notes before applying an update.