diff --git a/notes/brother.md b/notes/brother.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..951b00f --- /dev/null +++ b/notes/brother.md @@ -0,0 +1,71 @@ +# Brother + +## Table of Contents + +- [Brother](#brother) + - [Table of Contents](#table-of-contents) + - [Resources](#resources) + - [Installation Commands](#installation-commands) + - [Installation Instructions](#installation-instructions) + +## Resources + +- **Brother MFC-9010CN**: [Driver Download](https://support.brother.com/g/b/downloadtop.aspx?c=ca&lang=en&prod=mfc9010cn_us) +- **Brother DCP-L2520DW**: [Driver Download](https://support.brother.com/g/b/downloadtop.aspx?c=ca&lang=en&prod=dcpl2520dw_us_eu) + +## Installation Commands + +Download and install the printer drivers using the following commands: + +```bash +wget https://download.brother.com/welcome/dlf006893/linux-brprinter-installer-2.2.2-2.gz +gunzip linux-brprinter-installer-*.*.*-*.gz +bash linux-brprinter-installer-*.*.*-* MFC-9010CN +bash linux-brprinter-installer-*.*.*-* DCP-L2520DW +``` + +## Installation Instructions + +1. **Download the Tool** (linux-brprinter-installer-_._._-_.gz) + The tool will be downloaded to your default "Downloads" directory (e.g., `/home/(LoginName)/Downloads`). + +2. **Open a Terminal Window** + +3. **Navigate to the Download Directory** + Use the `cd` command to change to the directory where the file was downloaded. + + ```bash + cd Downloads + ``` + +4. **Extract the Downloaded File** + Uncompress the downloaded `.gz` file. + + ```bash + gunzip linux-brprinter-installer-*.gz + ``` + +5. **Gain Superuser Access** + Obtain superuser privileges using either the `su` or `sudo su` command. + +6. **Run the Installer** + Execute the installer script for your Brother printer model. + + ```bash + bash linux-brprinter-installer-*-* Brother machine name + ``` + + Example: + + ```bash + bash linux-brprinter-installer-2.1.1-1 MFC-J880DW + ``` + +7. **Follow the Installation Prompts** + The driver installation process will begin. Follow the on-screen instructions. + When prompted with "Will you specify the DeviceURI?", select: + + - **For USB Users**: Choose `N` (No) + - **For Network Users**: Choose `Y` (Yes) and provide the DeviceURI number + + The installation process may take some time. Wait until it completes.