Brother MFC-885CW Remote Setup Port (COM3) Driver

The Brother MFC-885CW Remote Setup Port (COM3) driver helps Windows recognize the communication interface used by Brother’s Remote Setup software to configure the MFC-885CW multifunction printer. It is intended for users setting up this Brother device, restoring a missing port entry, or troubleshooting communication between the printer and its configuration utility.

Key Features

• Remote Setup communication: Supports the interface used by compatible Brother software to access and change device settings from a Windows computer.
• Port recognition: Helps Windows identify the Remote Setup Port entry, shown here as COM3. The assigned COM number may differ between computers.
• Legacy Windows support: Intended for compatible installations of Windows 10, 8.1, 7, Vista, and XP; confirm that the selected package supports your operating system and architecture.
• Setup troubleshooting: Reinstalling the appropriate driver may help resolve a missing or incorrectly recognized interface. Printing and scanning may require additional Brother drivers.

How to Install Brother MFC-885CW Remote Setup Port (COM3) Driver

1. Check your Windows version. Identify your operating system and whether it is 32-bit or 64-bit. When comparing Windows 10/11 compatibility, do not assume a Windows 10 package also supports Windows 11; Windows 11 is not included in the supported OS list provided here.
2. Select the correct package. Before starting your Brother MFC-885CW Remote Setup Port (COM3) driver download for Windows, verify the model, supported OS, and package contents. Choose a free download from an official or otherwise trusted source, and avoid unrelated driver bundles.
3. Prepare the device. Turn on the MFC-885CW and follow the package’s connection instructions. If the installer asks you to leave a USB cable disconnected until prompted, do so.
4. Install the driver. Extract the downloaded files if necessary, then run the setup program and follow its prompts. 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, check Device Manager for warning icons, and test communication through compatible Brother Remote Setup software.

Keep the driver updated when a compatible release addresses a problem or improves support for your setup. Check for the latest version offered for your exact model and Windows edition before you update; a newer package for another Brother printer is not a suitable substitute.