MFC-7860DW

FAQs & Troubleshooting

FAQs & Troubleshooting
  • Date: 26/06/2020
  • ID: faq00000110_019

Adjust the Brother machine's Sleep Time setting

The Sleep Mode Setting can reduce power consumption. When the machine is in Sleep Mode (Power Save mode) it acts as though it were turned off. Receiving data or starting an operation wakes up the machine from Sleep mode to Ready mode.

You can choose how long the machine must be idle before it goes into sleep mode. When the machine receives a fax(if applicable), computer data or makes a copy, the timer will be reset.

While the machine is in sleep mode the LCD will show Sleep.

For Wireless Models

If you cannot print or scan wirelessly, make sure both your Brother machine and your wireless router/access point use the latest firmware.

To adjust the Sleep Time setting, follow the steps listed below:

*If your Brother machine has a Touchscreen, please follow the steps under "For Touchscreen models" below.

  1. Press Menu key.
  2. Press the Up or Down Arrow key to choose General Setup. Press OK.
  3. Press the Up or Down Arrow key to choose Ecology. Press OK.
  4. Press the Up or Down Arrow key to choose Sleep Time. Press OK.
  5. Enter the length of time the machine is idle before entering sleep mode. Press OK.
  6. Press Stop/Exit key.

<For Touchscreen models>
When the machine goes into Sleep mode, the LCD back light turns off.

  1. Press MENU on the Touchscreen.
  2. Press the Up or Down Arrow key to display General Setup. Press General Setup.
  3. Press the Up or Down Arrow key to display Ecology. Press Ecology.
  4. Press Sleep Time.
  5. Using the numeric keys on the Touchscreen, enter the length of time the machine will remain idle before entering sleep mode. Press OK.
  6. Press Stop/Exit key.

If your question was not answered, have you checked other FAQs?

Have you checked the manuals?

If you need further assistance, please contact Brother customer service:

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