The Brother MFC L2740DW Series driver helps Windows communicate with your multifunction laser printer so you can send print jobs and use supported device settings. Choose the appropriate Brother package for Windows 11, 10, 8, or 7 to set up printing and, where included, scanning features.

Key Features

• Print settings access: Adjust paper size, page orientation, print quality, and two-sided printing from compatible Windows applications.
• Flexible connection setup: Configure the printer for a USB connection or access it over a wired or wireless network, depending on your setup and the selected driver package.
• Scanning support: A compatible scanner driver lets supported applications receive documents from the flatbed or automatic document feeder. Scanning components may be supplied separately or included in a full software package.
• Device communication: Enables Windows to send jobs in the correct format and use the printer’s supported functions rather than relying only on basic printing options.

How to Install

1. Check your Windows version. Open your PC’s system information to confirm the operating system and system type. Select a Brother MFC L2740DW Series package that explicitly supports your Windows version; do not assume one installer covers every listed OS.

1. Download the appropriate package. Choose a print driver for printing only, or a full driver and software package if available and you also need scanning tools. Save the installer somewhere easy to find.

1. Prepare the printer. Turn it on and load paper. For a network installation, connect the printer and computer to the same local network. For USB setup, leave the cable disconnected until the installer asks you to attach it, unless the package instructions say otherwise.

1. Run the installer. Open the downloaded file, allow any required Windows permissions, and follow the prompts. Select the connection method you intend to use, then choose your printer when it appears.

1. Test the setup. Restart Windows if prompted, then print a test page from the printer settings. If you installed scanning components, try scanning a document as well. If the device is not detected, check its connection and network settings before running setup again.

Common Issues and Fixes

• Install fails or stalls: Disconnect the MFC-L2740DW’s USB cable, uninstall existing Brother MFC-L2740DW entries, then run the full driver package as administrator. Reconnect USB only when prompted; for wireless, select the correct network method.
• Printer not detected: Confirm the printer and PC are on the same network and use the printer’s IP address if Windows cannot find it. For USB, try another port/cable and power-cycle the printer before reinstalling.
• Driver/version conflicts: Remove old or duplicate MFC-L2740DW printer and scanner entries in Windows, install the latest Brother full driver package, then reboot. If printing works but scanning fails, install the Brother scanner driver separately.