The Brother MFC-490CW printer is a top-notch color inkjet model that uses the latest CIS scanning technology. This multifunction device is capable of printing, copying, scanning, and faxing messages across multiple locations. With a physical size of 390 mm in width, 375 mm in depth, and 180 mm in height, it’s compact enough to fit on any desk. Weighing in at 8.1 kg or 17.9 lbs, it’s easy to move around when needed.
Brother MFC-490CW Printer Driver Downloads
Driver for Windows
| Filename | Size | Download |
| Full Driver and Software Package for Windows 8 8.1 10 32 bit and 64 bit.EXE (Recommended) | 43.82 MB | |
| Full Driver and Software Package for Windows 7 32 bit and 64 bit.EXE (Recommended) | 43.49 MB | |
| Full Driver and Software Package for Windows vista xp 32 bit and 64 bit.EXE (Recommended) | 40.98 MB | |
| Printer Driver and Scanner Driver for Local Connection for Windows 8 8.1 10 32 bit.EXE | 15.73 MB | |
| Printer Driver and Scanner Driver for Local Connection for Windows 8 8.1 10 11 64 bit.EXE | 16.21 MB | |
| Printer Driver and Scanner Driver for Local Connection for Windows 7 32 bit.EXE | 15.62 MB | |
| Printer Driver and Scanner Driver for Local Connection for Windows 7 64 bit.EXE | 16.11 MB | |
| Printer Driver and Scanner Driver for Local Connection for Windows vista xp 32 bit.EXE | 6.88 MB | |
| Printer Driver and Scanner Driver for Local Connection for Windows vista xp 64 bit.EXE | 7.08 MB |
Driver for Mac OS
| Filename | Size | Download |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.15.dmg | 28.10 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.14.dmg | 28.11 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.13 and 10.12.dmg | 28.43 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.11.dmg | 29.53 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.10.dmg | 29.28 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.9.dmg | 39.53 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.8.dmg | 37.47 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.7 and 10.6.dmg | 29.22 MB | |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.5.dmg | 35.56 MB | |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.15.dmg | 2.28 MB | |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.14.dmg | 293.09 MB | |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.13.dmg | 293 MB | |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.12.dmg | 293.07 MB | |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.8 to 10.11.dmg | 294.43 MB | |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.7 to 10.10.dmg | 6.53 MB | |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.6.dmg | 4.89 MB | |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.5.dmg | 2.08 MB |
Specifications
According to the technical specifications, the scanner glass is capable of accommodating document input width up to 215.9 mm or 8.5 inches. The input height, on the other hand, can go up to 297 mm or 11.7 inches. Moreover, the automatic document feeder (ADF) allows for a paper supply of up to 15 pages. This feature also supports a main input capacity of 100 sheets in the input paper tray. It is worth noting that the maximum weight of the paper load should not exceed 20 lbs or 80 gsm.
This printer boasts a range of connectivity options to suit your needs. For traditional wired connections, the standard USB 2.0 port is available – just be sure to use the recommended cable, which should not exceed 2 meters or 6 feet in length. For a more versatile option, the Ethernet UTP cable of category 5 or higher can be utilized.
To further streamline your setup, this device comes equipped with 40 MB of RAM to assist the processor. For a truly wireless experience, take advantage of the wireless LAN feature using the IEEE 802.11 b/g communication standard. With these connectivity options, you’re sure to find the perfect fit for your printing needs.
Experience high-quality color faxing with this multifunctional device that boasts a modem speed of 33600 bps. With coding methods that support MH, MMR, MH, and JPEG formats, transmission speeds are lightning-fast at approximately 3 seconds.
To ensure optimal performance, operate this printer within a temperature range of 10-350C. For the best print quality, maintain a temperature between 20-330C.
To get started, download the Brother MFC-490CW driver from the official Brother website.