BrotherMFC-8480DN Driver

The BrotherMFC-8480DN driver connects your Brother multifunction laser printer to Windows, allowing applications to send print jobs and access supported device settings. It is useful when setting up the printer for the first time, reinstalling Windows, or troubleshooting a missing printer or failed print jobs.

Key Features

• Print controls for selecting paper size, adjusting output quality, and configuring automatic two-sided printing.
• Support for connecting the printer through USB or a local Ethernet network, depending on the selected driver package and setup.
• Access to scanning functions when the appropriate scanner driver or full software package is installed.
• Driver options for Windows 10, 8.1, 7, Vista, and XP, with availability varying by operating system and package.

How to Install BrotherMFC-8480DN Driver

1. Check your Windows version and system type. Choose a package that matches your operating system and, where applicable, its 32-bit or 64-bit architecture. For Windows 10/11 systems, verify compatibility carefully: Windows 10 is supported, but Windows 11 support should not be assumed.
2. Select your BrotherMFC-8480DN driver download for Windows. Choose the latest version available for your specific operating system, rather than a newer package intended for a different Windows release. Use an official Brother source for a free download.
3. Prepare the connection. For USB installation, connect the cable when the installer requests it. For network installation, power on the printer and make sure it is reachable from your computer on the local network.
4. Run the downloaded installer and follow its prompts to install the driver. Select the correct connection method and printer when asked. If the package includes scanning software, select those components if needed.
5. Restart your computer if prompted, then print a test page. If you installed a scanner driver, try a scan as well to confirm that both functions work.

Keep the driver updated by checking periodically for a compatible release, especially after Windows changes or recurring printing problems. Before you update, review the package notes and operating system requirements. Older Windows versions may have only archived drivers, so the best choice is the most recent compatible package—not simply the newest download listed.