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If your Brother HL-8260 printer is in sleep mode, there are a few ways to wake it up. Sleep mode reduces power consumption and the machine acts as though it is turned off. You can wake the printer by sending a print job to the machine or by pressing a control panel key. This will wake the machine and put it in ready mode. If this doesn't work, you can try turning the printer off and then on again, and then sending a print job while it is in ready mode.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| How to wake Brother HL-8260 from Sleep Mode | Receiving a print job or pressing a control panel key |
| How to wake Brother HL-5040 from Sleep Mode | Pressing the "Go" button |
| Deep Sleep Mode | If the machine is in Sleep Mode and does not receive any jobs for a certain length of time, it will enter Deep Sleep Mode, reducing power consumption further |
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What You'll Learn
Pressing any control panel key
If you want to wake up your Brother HL-8260 printer from sleep, you can press any key on the control panel. This will wake up the machine and bring it to 'Ready' mode. The control panel is the array of buttons on the printer itself, which may include a 'Go' button. Pressing this will also wake the printer.
If your printer is in sleep mode, it will appear to be turned off. The display will read 'Sleep' and the machine will be in a low-power state. If the machine is in sleep mode and does not receive any jobs for a certain length of time, it will go into 'Deep Sleep' mode automatically. The LCD display will show 'Deep Sleep' and the machine will use even less power than in Sleep mode.
If your printer is in Deep Sleep mode, pressing a control panel key will wake it up and start the warming-up process. The machine will then be ready to receive a fax, computer data or a copy job. The Deep Sleep mode cannot be turned off, but the length of time before the machine enters Sleep mode can be adjusted.
If your printer does not wake up when you press a control panel key, you may need to turn the printer off and then on again. Then, send a print job while the machine is in 'Ready' mode.
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Sending a print job
If your Brother HL-8260 printer is in Sleep Mode, it will act as though it is turned off. You can wake it up by sending a print job to the machine or by pressing a control panel key. Once the machine receives a print job, it will wake up and start warming up. You can also press the "Go" button to wake the printer and get it to Ready mode.
If your printer is not waking up from Sleep Mode, you can try turning the printer off and then on again. Once it is in Ready mode, send another print job.
You can adjust the Sleep Time setting on your Brother HL-8260 printer. The default setting is 3 minutes, which means the printer will go into Sleep Mode when it is idle for 3 minutes. To prevent the printer from going into Sleep Mode, you can increase the idle time.
If the printer is in Sleep Mode and does not receive any jobs, it will automatically go into Deep Sleep Mode, which reduces more power consumption than Sleep Mode. The LCD will display "Deep Sleep" when the machine is in this mode. The machine will wake up and start warming up when it receives a fax, computer data, or a copy job, or when you press a key on the control panel.
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Adjusting the Sleep Time setting
If your Brother HL-8260 printer is in sleep mode, you can wake it up by pressing the "Go" button, which will wake up the printer and put it in ready mode. You can also wake the printer up by sending it a print job.
Sleep mode is a power-saving function that is activated when the printer has been idle for a certain period of time. You can adjust the Sleep Time setting to determine how long the machine must be idle before it goes into sleep mode. The default setting is 3 minutes, but you can choose a different duration if desired.
To adjust the Sleep Time setting, follow these steps:
- Access the printer's control panel by pressing the "Menu" button.
- Navigate to the "Settings" or "Power Options" menu using the arrow keys.
- Select "Sleep Time" or "Sleep Mode Settings" from the list of options.
- Use the arrow keys to adjust the timer to your desired duration.
- Press "OK" or "Save" to confirm the new setting.
By adjusting the Sleep Time setting, you can control how long the printer remains idle before it enters sleep mode, allowing you to balance power consumption and device responsiveness according to your preferences.
It's important to note that if the printer remains in sleep mode for an extended period without receiving any jobs, it will automatically enter Deep Sleep mode to conserve power. In Deep Sleep mode, the LCD display will show "Deep Sleep". The Deep Sleep setting cannot be turned off, but you can prevent the printer from entering this mode by sending it a print job or pressing a control panel key, which will wake the printer and return it to ready mode.
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Turning the printer off and on
If your Brother HL-8260 printer is not waking up from sleep mode, you can try turning the printer off and on. This can help reset the printer and bring it back to a working state. Here's a step-by-step guide to doing this:
Firstly, locate the power button on your Brother HL-8260 printer. It is usually located on the front or top panel of the printer. Once you've found the power button, press it to turn off the printer. You might have to confirm this action by pressing a button or waiting for the printer to shut down gracefully.
After turning off the printer, wait for a few seconds. This gives the printer time to reset and clear any error states. It's important to give it enough time to discharge residual power and reset the internal components.
Now, power on the printer by pressing the power button again. The printer will initialize and go through its startup routine, which may include various noises as it warms up.
Once the startup process is complete, the printer should be back to its normal, operational state. Check the display panel to ensure it says "Ready" or a similar message, indicating it is ready for printing. If it does, your printer has successfully woken up, and you can send print jobs.
If the issue persists, you might need to try additional troubleshooting steps or refer to the user manual for specific instructions regarding your Brother HL-8260 model.
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Sending a fax
If your Brother HL-8260 printer is not waking up from sleep mode to send a fax, there are several troubleshooting steps you can take. Firstly, check your WiFi connection and ensure that your printer is connected to the correct network. Sometimes, simply changing back to the right WiFi network can wake up the printer and allow it to start printing or receiving faxes immediately.
If the issue persists, try pressing any buttons or tapping the touchscreen, depending on your model, to light up the printer screen. This action should wake the printer if it was put to sleep accidentally. If you installed your printer using AirPrint, note that AirPrint does not have the ability to wake the printer from Sleep or Deep Sleep Mode, and you will need to manually wake it up using the method described above.
For Windows-based computers, if you have not installed the Full Driver and Software Package for your printer model, Windows may have installed a "Built-in Driver" that lacks the capability to wake the printer from Sleep or Deep Sleep Mode. In this case, you should download and install the Full Driver and Software Package by following the steps outlined on the Brother support website.
If none of the above solutions work, try turning the printer off and then on again. This method has been reported by some users to be effective in waking up the printer from sleep mode. Additionally, you can try opening and closing the front cover where the toner is located, as this has been suggested as a way to wake the printer from sleep and deep sleep modes.
If you continue to experience issues with your Brother HL-8260 not waking up from sleep mode to send a fax, you may need to contact Brother's customer support for further assistance or explore the Brother support website for additional troubleshooting tips specific to your printer model.
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Frequently asked questions
Pressing any button on the printer's control panel or sending a print job to the device should wake it up. If this doesn't work, try turning the printer off and on again, and then send a print job while it's in Ready mode.
The display on the printer will read 'Sleep' when it is in Sleep Mode.
Sleep Mode (or Power Save mode) is a setting that reduces power consumption. When in Sleep Mode, the machine acts as though it is turned off.
Deep Sleep Mode is a power-saving setting that the printer will enter automatically if it doesn't receive any jobs while in Sleep Mode. The LCD display will show 'Deep Sleep' when this happens. The machine will wake up and start warming up when it receives a job or when you press a button on the control panel.
