How do I reset Brother printers?

The vast majority of printers and multifunctional devices of the Japanese brand with more than a century of history are equipped with automatic accounting systems. This applies to both the number of pages printed and the amount of ink in the cartridges. However, many users are interested in how to reset a Brother printer or MFP. Most often, this interest is due to the emerging problems that one has to face after refueling the cartridges. Quite often, peripheral devices "do not see" the updated containers or perceive them as empty, although they have paint.

The essence of most of the problems boils down to the fact that the manufacturer installs more than just a page counter on its printing devices. In this case, we are talking about a kind of lock for a printer and MFP.

It's no secret that when the cartridge is fully loaded, the equipment is designed to print a certain number of sheets. The average figures for printers and multifunctional devices are 1,000 and 2,500 A4 pages, respectively.

As soon as the page counter reaches the mark provided by the manufacturer, the printer or MFP asks to replace the cartridge and refuses to function.

One side, if the device writes that the toner has run out, then the reservoir needs to be replaced. That is, the manufacturer provides for the purchase of a new consumable every time. The situation is similar with inkjet models that require a certain level of ink. As a result, operating costs increase significantly, as cartridges are often very expensive. Based on this, many users prefer to independently restore the functionality of printing devices.

However, the said chip can become a source of problems during the further operation of the refilled cartridge. The latter is either not defined at all, or is perceived by technology as empty. In such situations, in order to start the printer or multifunction device, you will need to reset the settings and update (reset) the counter of the printed pages. In this case, we are talking about the so-called clearing, which boils down to adjusting the settings, allowing the continued operation of the equipment.

First of all, it should be noted that many representatives of the lineup of the eminent brand, representing the Land of the Rising Sun on the world office equipment market, have a similar design. Moreover, many of them are equipped with TN-1075 series cartridges.

In this case, the point is that in the overwhelming majority of options, the algorithm of actions when resetting the counters will be the same.

First option focused on multifunctional and printers equipped with their own displays. In the second In this case, we are talking about a universal clearing method that allows you to reset the counter to zero and restart office equipment for further full-fledged operation.

The creators of modern printing equipment are constantly expand the list of additional functions of their devices... It includes, among other things, an option that allows reset the counter on your Brother printer and MFP.

It is important to consider that we are talking about models with an integrated display. Owners of such models need to do the following to reset the page and ink counter.

Connect to the network and start the peripheral device. It is important to remember that no action is taken while the message "Please wait" is displayed.

Open (remove) the side cover, then use the "Clear" button.

By clicking "Start", start the corresponding process after the request appears related to the replacement of the cartridge. Wait until the display stops showing "Wait" and press the "Up" and "Down" arrows several times. After “00” appears on the screen, you will need to confirm your actions using the “Ok” button.

After the corresponding inscription appears, replace the side panel. Reload the printing device. After the reboot is made, go to the device menu, through the items of which you can navigate using the arrows mentioned above. At this stage, you need to check the status of the counter. If all of the above manipulations were completed successfully, then this indicator will be equal to 100%.

In practice, the software method of resetting the counter and resetting the settings is as simple as possible and does not require significant time expenditures.

An alternative would be a universal algorithm of actions, relevant for all peripheral devices, including those that do not have a display.

Manual cartridge activation and manual reset of the page count and device lock sensor fits all Brother models.

This fairly simple algorithm includes the following steps.

Connect the equipment to the mains. It is important not to connect the printer or MFP to a PC or laptop. You also need to remove all the paper.

Open the top cover and side panel. Pull the drum out of the housing. You can get it by gently pulling it towards you. Separate the cartridge and drum by removing the fasteners.

Place the drum piece back in its place. Click on the sensor, which is located on the left side. The product can be accessed by inserting your hand through the paper feed tray.

While holding the sensor in the clamped position, close the printer cover (MFP), wait for the mechanisms to start... Release the sensor for a few seconds and press it again until the printing device stops working, that is, until the engine stops completely. Insert the previously removed cartridge into the drum unit.

Sometimes, after all the described manipulations, the technician still does not detect the consumable or considers it empty. In such situations, it is recommended that you remove the cartridge again and check it. After that, it will have to be refueled or changed to a worker in case of failure. As a rule, all the necessary actions can be performed independently.

It is necessary that all operations are performed correctly... If you have the slightest doubt about your own strengths and knowledge, it is strongly recommended to seek help from the specialists of the service center.

As already noted, one of the most common cartridges found in Brother machines is model TN-1075. We are talking, in particular, about such samples of office equipment as DCP 1410r and 1512r, and HL 1110r and 1112r, MFC 1810r and 1815r.

In this case, the printing unit includes itself directly cartridge and drum unit DR-1075 series.

After installing the remanufactured starter cartridge on the indicated models of equipment, you will need to perform the following steps.

• Empty the paper tray completely. Remove the printing module from the device housing.
• Detach the cartridge from the drum unit by pressing the blue button on the right.

• Place the drum unit in place. On its left side you can see a hole through which you can access the button to reset the counter of printed pages. It is important to bear in mind that the process of resetting and unlocking the cartridge will be carried out with the cover closed, and you can only get to it through the paper tray. Therefore, it is required to remember exactly its location.
• Press the zero button and close the printer cover. There is no need to worry about the risk of injury to your finger, as there are no moving parts in this part of the device.
• Hold the checkbox until the device starts up.

• Release the button for a short time and again, pressing it, hold it until the engine is turned off.
• Wait for the light indication in the form of a blinking green LED signaling the successful completion of the counter reset. If this does not happen, you should repeat the whole process again.
• Place the cartridge in the drum unit.

The hardware setup algorithm when using a commercially available TN-1075 cartridge includes the following steps.

• Separate the cartridge from the drum unit (drum unit).
• Open the side panel from the side of the gear block of the printing device.

• Remove the cover without using excessive force. It is important to remember that in the event of an error, the gears may fall out.
• Remove the left outer row gear. Find a crescent-shaped gear under it and turn it all the way.

• Place the removed structural element in its seat.
• Close the gear block with the cover. It is important to carry out all manipulations with the utmost care and make sure that the crescent-shaped gear does not move.
• Screw on the installed cover, after which you will need to return the cartridge to the drum unit.
• Place the assembled print module in a printer or multifunction device.

In situations where requires a factory reset in Brother HL 2130r and 2132r family of laser office equipment, DCP 7055r and 7057r, we are also talking about the software and hardware method. The first option of zeroing can be seen on the example printer Hl-2130R.

The software method of resetting the page counter and unlocking is more relevant for Brother MFPs. So, in the case of the DCP 7055r model, the following steps are provided:

• go to the device menu using the appropriate button;
• go to the item "General settings" and confirm your actions by clicking "Ok";
• select the "Replace toner" command;
• use the arrows to go to the item "Continue";
• click "Clear".

The user will need to take the following steps.

1. Start equipment. After turning on the device, you can hear the characteristic noise.
2. As soon as the noise stops, open the cover on the front panel. Turn off the printer.
3. Press the "GO" key and hold it until the equipment starts working again. It is important to make sure that there is no “Ready” indication.
4. Release the held button.
5. Press “GO” twice and then 5 more times in a row.
6. Close the front cover.

After all the above manipulations, the “Ready” indicator should glow uniformly. At the final stage, it remains to reboot. As a result, the laser printer will be zeroed and ready for full operation.

If you want to reset the DCP 7057r, you will need to:

• activate the MFP and wait for the mechanism to stop making noise;
• open the front cover of the device;
• depending on the modification, press the "Cancel", "Stop" or "Back" button;
• use the "Start" key;
• press the “Up” arrow, and then “Down” several times until the screen displays two zeros;
• click "Ok" and return the cover to its place.

An alternative procedure (using the system menu of the multifunction device) includes the following manipulations.

• Disable the MFP. Press and hold the "Menu" button.
• Turn on the device while continuing to hold the indicated key. Release the "Menu" after the message flashes on the display.
• Wait until the message "Maintenance" appears.
• Find menu item 81 using the arrows and select it by clicking on "Ok".
• The appeared inscription "Reset Drum Count" by pressing the "Start" button to change to "Reset Life Count".
• Press "Start" again.
• Use the arrows to select point 96 and confirm your actions.

At the final stage of zeroing, you only need to restart the unit.

To learn how to reset your Brother HL-2130 printer, see the video below.