The printer’s dimensions, excluding the carton, are 531 mm in width and 451 mm in depth, with a height of approximately 475 mm. It weighs a hefty 41 lbs, or 18.6 kgs. The automatic document feeder (ADF) can accommodate documents with a width of 148 to 215.9 mm, and a length of 148 to 355.6 mm. The standard paper tray can hold up to 250 sheets, while the multipurpose tray can hold up to 50 sheets.
Brother MFC-8690DW Printer Driver Downloads
Driver for Windows
Driver for Mac OS
| Filename | Size | Download |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.15.dmg | 38.65 MB | Download |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.14.dmg | 38.58 MB | Download |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.13 and 10.12.dmg | 35.18 MB | Download |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.11.dmg | 26.32 MB | Download |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.10.dmg | 28.86 MB | Download |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.9.dmg | 22.67 MB | Download |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.6 to 10.8.dmg | 26.04 MB | Download |
| Printer Drivers for Mac 10.5.dmg | 4.23 MB | Download |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.15.dmg | 2.28 MB | Download |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.14.dmg | 293.09 MB | Download |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.13.dmg | 293 MB | Download |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.12.dmg | 293.07 MB | Download |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.8 to 10.11.dmg | 294.43 MB | Download |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.7 to 10.10.dmg | 6.53 MB | Download |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.6.dmg | 4.89 MB | Download |
| Scanner Drivers for Mac 10.5 and 10.4.dmg | 2.08 MB | Download |
Specifications
The current ADF function boasts an additional 50-sheet capacity for input supply. As for output tray capacity, it can hold up to 150 sheets of printed pages in a face-down pattern with one exception in a face-up pattern. Together with the processor, this feature delivers top-notch quality at a reasonable speed. However, it’s crucial to ensure that the operating environment maintains a temperature of 10 to 32.50C and humidity between 20 and 80% without any condensation. The internal memory has the capability to process data sizes up to 64 MB of RAM.
The printer boasts an impressive memory storage capacity of 60 hours for backup purposes. Additionally, it offers the convenience of duplex printing, allowing for double-sided printing with the added security of lock 2.0 version.
The LCD touchscreen display is a standout feature of this printer, serving as the primary component for displaying information. With a maximum message of 16 characters and two lines, this display is both functional and user-friendly.
The printer is designed to be compatible with various operating systems, including Windows XP, 2000 Pro, Server 2003, and Server 2008. But that’s not all. It also works seamlessly with Macintosh OS versions such as OS 10.3.9 and newer iterations.
One of the standout features of this printer is its faxing mode. It offers a range of functionalities, including dual access, group dial, paging, and fax forwarding.
To access the Brother MFC-8690DW driver, simply head over to the official Brother website and download it from there.