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Related Models:HL‑L1238W / HL‑L1808W

  • We recommend using the latest version of the following web browsers:
    • Microsoft Edge, Firefox, and Google Chrome™ for Windows
    • Safari, Firefox, and Google Chrome™ for Mac
    • Google Chrome™ for Android™
    • Safari and Google Chrome™ for iOS
  • Ensure that JavaScript and Cookies are always enabled, regardless of which browser you use.

  • We recommend using the HTTPS security protocol when configuring settings using Web Based Management. If you use HTTP when configuring settings using Web Based Management, follow the screen prompts to switch to a secure HTTPS connection.

  • When you use HTTPS for Web Based Management configuration, your browser will display a warning dialog box. To avoid displaying the warning dialog box, you can install a self-signed certificate to use SSL/TLS communication. For more information, see Related Information.

  • The default password to manage this machine’s settings is located on the back of the machine and marked "Pwd". Change the default password by following the on-screen instructions when you first log in. We recommend immediately changing the default password to protect your machine from unauthorised access.

    You can also find the default password in the Network Configuration Report or on the Printer Settings page.

Access Web Based Management from your Web Browser (HL-L1238W/HL-L1808W)

  1. Start your web browser.
  2. Type "https://machine's IP address" in your browser's address bar (where "machine's IP address" is your machine's IP address).
    For example:

    https://192.168.1.2

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    • If you are using a Domain Name System or enable a NetBIOS name, you can type another name, such as "SharedPrinter" instead of the IP address.

      For example: https://SharedPrinter

    • If you enable a NetBIOS name, you can also use the node name.

      For example: https://brn123456abcdef

    • The NetBIOS name can be found in the Network Configuration Report or on the Printer Settings page.
  3. If required, type the password in the Login field, and then click Login.
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    The default password to manage this machine’s settings is located on the back of the machine and marked "Pwd". Change the default password by following the on-screen instructions when you first log in.
  4. If you want to pin the navigation bar to the left side of the screen, click image and then click image.
You can now change the machine's settings.
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If the machine is idle for a specified amount of time, the user is automatically logged out. Change the logout settings in the Web Based Management Logout Time menu.

Access Web Based Management from Brother iPrint&Scan (Windows/Mac)

  1. Start Brother iPrint&Scan.
    • Windows

      Launch image(Brother iPrint&Scan).

    • Mac

      In the Finder menu bar, click Go>Applications, and then double-click the iPrint&Scan icon.

    The Brother iPrint&Scan screen appears.
  2. If your Brother machine is not selected, click the Select your Machine button, and then select your model name from the list. Click OK.
  3. Click image(Supplies/Machine Settings).
  4. Click All Settings.
    The Web Based Management page appears.
  5. If required, type the password in the Login field, and then click Login.
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    The default password to manage this machine’s settings is located on the back of the machine and marked "Pwd". Change the default password by following the on-screen instructions when you first log in.
  6. If you want to pin the navigation bar to the left side of the screen, click image and then click image.
You can now change the machine's settings.
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You can also access Web Based Management from Brother Mobile Connect for mobile devices.

Access Web Based Management from Brother Utilities (Windows)

  1. Launch image (Brother Utilities), and then click the drop-down list and select your model name (if not already selected).
  2. Click Tools in the left navigation bar, and then click Machine Settings.
    The Web Based Management page appears.
  3. If required, type the password in the Login field, and then click Login.
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    The default password to manage this machine’s settings is located on the back of the machine and marked "Pwd". Change the default password by following the on-screen instructions when you first log in.
  4. If you want to pin the navigation bar to the left side of the screen, click image and then click image.
You can now change the machine's settings.

If you change the protocol settings, you must restart the machine after clicking Submit to activate the configuration.

After configuring the settings, click Logout.

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