The printer technology employed in this device utilizes inkjet thermal printing, resulting in efficient utilization of printer resources. The unique print heads in this printer are piezo with 210 nozzles, with an additional three dedicated for color printing. The device is also equipped with an internal memory capacity of 128 MB of RAM, which is crucial in enabling the processor to deliver optimal performance at high speeds.
Brother MFC-J870DW Printer Driver Downloads
Driver for Windows
| Filename | Size | Download |
| Printer Full Drivers for Windows 7 8 8.1 10 vista xp 32 bit and 64 bit.EXE (Recommended) | 143.85 MB |
Driver for Mac OS
| Filename | Size | Download |
| printer drivers for mac 10.15.dmg | 38.69 MB | |
| printer drivers for mac 10.14.dmg | 38.44 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.13 and 10.12.dmg | 38.53 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.11.dmg | 33.95 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.10.dmg | 38.53 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.9.dmg | 37.76 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.6 to 10.8.dmg | 22.43 MB | |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.15.dmg | 2.28 MB | |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.14.dmg | 293.09 MB | |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.13.dmg | 293.23 MB | |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.12.dmg | 293.07 MB | |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.8 to 10.11.dmg | 294.43 MB | |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.7 to 10.10.dmg | 6.53 MB | |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.6.dmg | 4.89 MB |
Specifications
The control panel and display feature rely heavily on the liquid crystal display (LCD), which measures approximately 2.7 inches diagonally. It boasts a TFT color touchscreen and touch panel for easy navigation. The printer can handle power input between 100 and 120 volts of AC at 50/60 Hz frequency.
For energy efficiency, the printer has two modes: sleep mode and above method. Sleep mode uses around 1.2 watts, while above method only uses 0.2 watts of power. During printing or copying mode, the printer consumes approximately 19 watts of power. In active mode, it requires 4 watts.
By incorporating cutting-edge technology, this printer offers both convenience and energy efficiency. With its TFT color touchscreen and touch panel, the LCD is an integral part of the user experience. Plus, the printer’s power input range and energy usage make it a standout in terms of sustainability.
The dimensions of the printer stand at approximately 7.1 inches (180 mm) in height and 14.7 inches (374 mm) in depth. However, its width spans 16.1 inches or 410 mm, while its weight measures 20.7 lbs (about 9.4 kg).
For optimal printing results, the printer’s standard operating temperature range falls between 10 and 350C, with a recommended range of 20 to 330C. Moreover, the humidity levels during operations and for best print quality output should remain within the range of 20 to 80%, without any condensation.
The Brother MFC-J870DW printer boasts an automatic document feeder (ADF) that is capable of holding up to 20 sheets of plain paper of standard weight of 80 gsm at maximum. This component supports a range of media types including glossy, transparency, coated, and plain sheets. From standard to custom sizes, the printer covers A4, A5, monarch, folio, and envelopes. To get the Brother MFC-J870DW driver, visit the Brother website.