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  • Product category: Inkjet Printers Brother
  • Brand: Brother
  • Description and content of package
  • Technical information and basic settings
  • Frequently asked questions – FAQ
  • Troubleshooting (does not switch on, does not respond, error message, what do I do if...)
  • Authorized service for Brother Inkjet Printers

Brother Work Smart Series MFC-J491DW Compact Color All-In-One Printer Brother Work Smart Series MFC-J491DW Compact Color All-In-One Printer
User manual for the Brother Work Smart Series MFC-J491DW Compact contain basic instructions that need to be followed during installation and operation. Before starting your appliance, the user manual should be read through carefully. Follow all the safety instructions and warnings, and be guided by the given recommendations. User manual is an integral part of any Brother product, and if it is sold or transferred, they should be handed over jointly with the product. Following the instructions for use is an essential prerequisite for protecting health and property during use, as well as recognition of liability on the part of the manufacturer for possible defects should you make a warranty claim. Download an official Brother user manual in which you will find instructions on how to install, use, maintain and service your product.

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Product description

Simple to connect and offering print, scan, copy, and fax capabilities in a single unit, the WorkSmart Series MFC-J491DW All-in-One Inkjet Printer from Brother will fill a variety of critical roles in any home or home office. It offers good speed with 12 ppm printing in black and 6 ppm in color. It can also create detailed photographs and sharp text with a print resolution of 6000 x 1200 dpi. Automatic duplex and borderless printing are available at print sizes up to 8.5 x 11", though the unit can handle documents as large as 8.5 x 14".

Scanning and faxing are possible due to the integration of a flatbed and 20-sheet ADF that handles your documents and photos. The max optical resolution is 2400 x 1200 dpi for creating vivid, finely detailed images. The unit also has a 1.8" color LCD for checking status and adjusting settings. Standard paper handling is possible via the 100-sheet input tray.

Setting up the MFC-J491DW is simple with options for USB 2.0, and Wi-Fi connectivity. Users will also be able to connect directly with their mobile devices using Wi-Fi Direct. In addition to this, a USB host port is available for plugging in portable flash drives and there is a vast array of mobile printing support.
    • Variety of connection options, including Wi-Fi and USB 2.0
    • Wireless printing via Apple AirPrint, Google Cloud Print, Mopria, and Brother iPrint&Scan
    • Access to cloud services such as Google Drive, Dropbox, Box, OneNote and more
    • Navigate menus with ease using the 1.8" color LCD
    • Web-based apps allows for the capture and conversion of scanned documents
    • Automatic duplex printing up to 8.5 x 11"
UPC: 012502651147 In the Box Brother Work Smart Series MFC-J491DW Compact Color All-In-One Printer
  • LC3011BK Standard Black Ink Cartridge (~200 Pages)
  • LC3011C Standard Cyan Ink Cartridge (~200 Pages)
  • LC3011M Standard Magenta Ink Cartridge (~200 Pages)
  • LC3011Y Standard Yellow Ink Cartridge (~200 Pages)
  • Telephone Line Cord
  • Setup CD-ROM
  • Limited 1-Year Warranty
  • Table of Contents




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    Technical parameters

    Brother MFC-J491DW Specs

    Functions Print, Scan, Copy, Fax
    Printing Technology Inkjet
    Print Resolution 1200 x 6000 dpi
    Print Speed 12 ppm (Black)
    6 ppm (Color)
    First Print Out Time 8 Seconds (Black)
    14 Seconds (Color)
    Duplex Printing Yes
    Borderless Printing 8.5 x 11" / 21.59 x 27.94 cm
    Color Type Color
    Configuration 4 x Cartridges
    Monthly Duty Cycle 1000 Pages (Recommended)
    Type Flatbed
    Image Sensor 1 x Contact Image Sensor (CIS)
    Optical Resolution Flatbed: 2400 dpi
    Maximum Interpolated Resolution 19200 dpi
    Duplex Scanning No
    Maximum Scan Area Flatbed: 8.5 x 11.7" / 21.59 x 29.72 cm
    File Formats JPEG, PDF
    Copy Resolution 600 x 1200 dpi
    Copy Speed 6 cpm (Black)
    3 cpm (Color)
    Reduction/Enlargement 25 to 400%
    Duplex Copying No
    Modem Transmission Speed 14.4 kb/s
    Fax Memory 170 Pages
    Speed Dial Capacity 40 Numbers
    Paper Handling Input Tray 1, Automatic Document Feeder, Output Tray
    Media Sizes Input Tray 1: 4 x 6 to 8.5 x 14" / 10.16 x 15.24 to 21.59 x 35.56 cm
    ADF: 5.8 x 5.8 to 8.5 x 14" / 14.73 x 14.73 to 21.59 x 35.56 cm
    Media Weight ADF: 25 to 85 gsm / 17 to 58 lb
    Paper Capacity Input Tray 1: 100 Sheets
    ADF: 20 Sheets
    Output Tray: 50 Sheets
    Special Media Support Envelopes
    Interface USB Type-B, Wi-Fi
    Direct Printing Apple AirPrint, Google Cloud Print, Mopria, Wi-Fi Direct
    Operating System Support Windows, macOS/OS X
    Control Panel 1.8" / 4.6 cm
    Acoustics 50 dBA (Pressure)
    Operating Temperature 50 to 95°F / 10 to 35°C (Recommended)
    Operating Humidity 20 to 80% (Recommended)
    Dimensions (W x H x D) 15.7 x 6.8 x 13.4" / 39.9 x 17.3 x 34.0 cm
    Weight 18.1 lb / 8.2 kg
    Package Weight 19.75 lb
    Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 18.5 x 17.5 x 10.0"

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