Essentiallya wireless printer is a printer that is not connected to a computer or network by a traditional computer or Ethernet cable. Insteadthe printer is able to communicate wirelessly to other devicesincluding smartphonestabletslaptops or PCs through either Bluetooth® technologyWi-Fior similar services. Wireless printers can be inkjet or laser printers.
Convenience: Wireless printing makes it easy to print from your mobile deviceeliminates the need for cablesand enables you to place the printer virtually wherever you want it. Some models are compatible with Mopria®Wi-Fi Direct®Brother iPrint&ScanAirPrint®and more.
Flexible Connectivity: Wireless printers offer a flexibility that home and office users will love. Use wireless or Ethernet network options so multiple users on your network can share a printer for a streamlined office.
High-Quality Results: Wireless printers deliver when it comes to speed and quality. Brother wireless printers offer fasthigh-quality printing for both color and black-and-white documents and images.
Is a wireless printer different than a Wi-Fi Printer?
Wi-Fi printers are a type of wireless printer. While the two terms are often used interchangeablya Wi-Fi printer can only connect through a central wireless network. Printers dubbed “wireless” may connect via Wi-Fior they may use Bluetooth®so be sure to confirm the compatibility of the devices you want to connect before selecting a wireless printer.
To find the best wireless printer for your needsthere are several important factors to keep in mind:
Duplex Printing: Do you do a significant amount of double-sided printing? If somake sure you find a wireless printer that offers automatic duplex output. It’s a great way to help save money and reduce paper use.
Ease of Sharing: Look for a wireless printer that makes it easy to collaborate with friendscoworkersand colleagues. Some all-in-one printer models offer an assortment of different “scan-to” functionssuch as emailUSB flash memory driveSharePointand cloud services.
Paper Handling: Different users have different paper handling needsso it’s important to find a wireless printer that offers flexible options. Many models have adjustable paper trays that enable printing on both letter and legal size paper. Multi-purpose or bypass trays can handle a variety of paper sizes and types including letterheadenvelopescardstockphoto paperand more. If you need a printer with a large paper capacitylook for models with multiple trays or optional paper trays.
Technical Support: When you have questions about your printerit’s important that you get the answers you need – fast. At Brother we offer At Your Side support throughout the life of your product.