Step-by-Step Guide to Updating Your Brother MFC-8440 USB Driver 

Are you having trouble with your Printer? One potential solution could be updating the driver. This blog post will walk you through downloading and installing the latest Brother MFC-8440 USB Driver.

Keep reading to get your Brother MFC-8440 USB running smoothly again in no time.

How to Automatically Install Brother MFC-8440 USB Driver with DriverFix:

DriverFix is a software tool that can automatically install drivers for devices on a computer. To use DriverFix to install the Brother MFC-8440 USB Driver, you will first need to download and install the software on your computer.

Once installed, you must launch the program and follow the prompts to scan your system for missing or outdated drivers. When the scan is complete, DriverFix will display a list of drivers that need to be updated or installed. Select Brother MFC-8440 USB Driver from the list and click the Install button to begin the installation process.

DriverFix will automatically handle the rest of the installation process, downloading and installing the necessary files and configuring the driver settings for you. This can save you much time and hassle compared to manually searching for and installing the driver yourself.

  1. Download DriverFix:
  2. Run the downloaded installer and follow the prompts to install DriverFix on your computer.
  3. Once DriverFix is installed, launch the software and click on the “Scan” button to scan your system for outdated or missing drivers.
  4. After the scan is complete, DriverFix will display a list of drivers that need to be updated.
  5. Find the Brother MFC-8440 USB Driver in the list and click on the “Update All Drivers Now” button.
  6. DriverFix will now download and install the latest version of the Brother MFC-8440 USB Driver on your computer.
  7. Once the installation is complete, restart your computer to apply the changes.
  8. That’s it! You should now have the Brother MFC-8440 USB Driver installed and working properly on your computer.

How to Manually Install Brother MFC-8440 USB Driver with Windows Update

Installing the Brother MFC-8440 USB Driver with Windows Update is a simple process that can be done directly from your computer’s operating system.

To begin, open the Start menu and search for “Windows Update.” Click on the “Check for updates” button to initiate a scan for available updates.

If the Brother MFC-8440 USB Driver is not already installed on your system, it may be listed as an optional update. Simply select the driver from the list of available updates and click the “Install” button to begin the installation process.

The driver will be downloaded and installed automatically, and you may be prompted to restart your computer to complete the installation. Once the installation is finished, your Brother MFC-8440 USB should be ready.

Remember that this method may not work if the driver is unavailable through Windows Update or your system is not connected to the internet. In such cases, you may need to install the driver manually by downloading it from the Brother website or using a third-party driver installation tool.

  1. Press the Windows key + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box.
  2. Type “devmgmt.msc” into the Run dialog box, and press Enter to open the Device Manager.
  3. In the Device Manager, find the Brother MFC-8440 USB device under the “Printer” or “Other devices” section.
  4. Right-click on the device and select “Update driver” from the context menu.
  5. In the Update Driver Software window, select “Search automatically for updated driver software.”
  6. Windows will now search online for the latest version of the Brother MFC-8440 USB Driver and install it on your computer.

How to Manually Install Brother MFC-8440 USB Driver with Device Manager

The Device Manager is a built-in tool in Windows that allows you to manage the hardware and drivers on your computer. To install the Brother MFC-8440 USB Driver using the Device Manager, follow these steps:

  1. Press the Windows key + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box.
  2. Type “devmgmt.msc” into the Run dialog box, and press Enter to open the Device Manager.
  3. In the Device Manager, find the Brother MFC-8440 USB device under the “Printer” or “Other devices” section.
  4. Right-click on the device and select “Update driver” from the context menu.
  5. Select “Browse my computer for driver software” in the Update Driver Software window.
  6. Click on the “Browse” button and navigate to the location where you have saved the Brother MFC-8440 USB Driver file on your computer.
  7. Select the driver file and click “Open” to select it.
  8. Click “Next” to begin the installation process.
  9. Follow the prompts to install the Brother MFC-8440 USB Driver on your computer.

Three Options for Installing the Brother MFC-8440 USB Driver

In conclusion, there are several ways to install the Brother MFC-8440 USB Driver on your computer, including using a software tool like DriverFix, using Windows Update, or using the Device Manager.

Each method has its benefits and drawbacks, and the one best depends on your specific needs and circumstances. No matter your chosen method, the installation process is relatively straightforward and should not take too long.

Once the driver is installed, your Brother MFC-8440 USB should be fully functional and ready to use. It is always a good idea to ensure that you are using the most up-to-date driver for your Printer to take advantage of the latest features and performance improvements..