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Brother Printer MFC-J885DW

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Brand Brother Printer 2015
Model MFC-J885DW
Released Year 2015
Type Printers
Series MFC
Controller Type Amazon Alexa, Vera
Item Weight 20 pounds
Maximum Media Size 8.5 x 14 inches
Maximum Color Print Resolution 600 dpi or higher
Product Dimensions 18.7 x 17.7 x 9.9 inches
Status Active
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Overview

The Brother MFC-J885DW is an all-in-one inkjet printer designed for office use, combining print, scan, copy, and fax functionalities into a single device. It features a 1.8-inch color display for easy operation and supports wireless connectivity including Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct for seamless mobile and network printing. The device uses individual ink cartridges with a four-color (CMYK) ink system to optimize ink usage and cost efficiency. Print resolution options reach up to 6000 x 1200 dpi for high-quality text and image output. With automatic duplex printing, it enhances productivity by printing on both sides of the paper without manual intervention. It also supports various paper sizes and types, allowing flexibility for different office document needs.

The printer is equipped with a 20-sheet automatic document feeder (ADF) enabling straightforward copying and scanning of multi-page documents. USB connectivity is also supported for direct connection to a PC or Mac. The MFC-J885DW uses a 1.8 GHz processor and 64MB RAM to maintain reasonable speeds during multifunction operations. It supports standard paper trays with a capacity of up to 100 sheets, which is suitable for small to medium workloads in a home or office environment.

Specifications

Printer Type All-in-one inkjet printer (Print, Scan, Copy, Fax)
Print Technology Inkjet
Print Speed (Black) Up to 12 ppm (ISO/IEC 24734)
Print Speed (Color) Up to 10 ppm (ISO/IEC 24734)
Print Resolution Up to 6000 x 1200 dpi
Connectivity USB 2.0, Wireless 802.11b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Display 1.8 inch Color LCD touchscreen
Automatic Duplex Printing Yes
Paper Input Capacity 100 sheets
Output Capacity 25 sheets
Automatic Document Feeder 20 sheets
Scanner Type Sheetfed
Scan Resolution Up to 1200 x 2400 dpi
Fax Yes, with 17.6 kbps modem and 100-sheet memory
Supported Paper Sizes Letter, Legal, A4, A5, A6, Envelopes
Mobile Printing AirPrint, Google Cloud Print, Brother iPrint&Scan
Processor 600 MHz
Memory 64 MB RAM
Dimensions 17.2 x 15.7 x 7.2 inches
Weight 16.5 lbs
Operating Systems Windows, Mac OS X
Controller Type Amazon Alexa, Vera
Maximum Media Size 8.5 x 14 inches
Included Components Ink, Inkjet Printer Ink Cartridge
Print media Card stock, Paper (plain)
Max Input Sheet Capacity 100
Max Copy Speed (Black & White) 12 ppm
Compatible Devices Smartphones
Maximum Color Print Resolution 600 dpi or higher
Sheet Size 8.5 inches
Maximum Black and White Print Resolution 600 dpi
Warranty Type Limited Warranty
Dual-sided printing Yes
Maximum copies per run 50
Max copy resolution color 600 dpi
Max copy resolution black-white 600 dpi
Duplex Automatic
Hardware Interface Ethernet
Ink Color Black
Additional Printer functions All In One
Control Method Voice
Number of Trays 2
Series Number 1090
Number of USB 2 Ports 1
UPC 012502640691
Printer Ink Type Inkjet
Global Trade Identification Number 00012502640691
Memory Storage Capacity 64 MB
Manufacturer Brother Printer
Item Weight 20 pounds
Product Dimensions 18.7 x 17.7 x 9.9 inches
Item model number MFC-J885DW
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer No
Number of Items 1
Manufacturer Part Number MFC-J885DW
Date First Available September 18, 2015

Key Advantages

The MFC-J885DW offers a compact, affordable all-in-one solution with a strong feature set for small offices. Its wireless and mobile device support, including AirPrint and Google Cloud Print, facilitates versatile printing options. The automatic duplex printing capability reduces paper consumption, promoting environmental efficiency. The individual ink cartridge system helps minimize waste and lowers operating costs compared to single multi-color cartridges. Scanning capabilities include both flatbed and ADF, enhancing document handling flexibility. The intuitive color LCD simplifies navigation and operation for users of all levels.

Limitations

While offering good print quality for text documents, photo print quality is average compared to dedicated photo printers. The print and copy speeds are moderate and may not suffice for high-volume office environments. The relatively small paper input capacity of 100 sheets limits continuous unattended printing. Ink cartridges can be somewhat costly, especially if used frequently for color prints. The device’s display size may restrict ease of accessing more advanced settings quickly. It lacks Ethernet connectivity, which can be a drawback for some office network configurations relying on wired connections.

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