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Brother MFC-T980DW INKvestment Tank Wireless Color Inkjet All-in-One Printer with up to 3-Years of Ink

BH #BRMFCT980DW • MFR #MFCT980DW
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Brother MFC-T980DW INKvestment Tank Wireless Color Inkjet All-in-One Printer with up to 3-Years of Ink
Key Features
  • Print, Scan, Copy & Fax Functions
  • Print Speed Black/Color: 17/16.5 ppm
  • Approximately 3-Year Supply of Ink
  • 1200 x 6000 dpi Print Resolution
Offering wireless versatility in a compact and powerful package, the MFC-T980DW INKvestment Tank Wireless Color Inkjet All-in-One Printer from Brother is designed for home and small offices. The printer allows you to start printing and keep printing for a long time with up to three years of ink included in the box. As an all-in-one unit, the MFC-T980DW features printing, scanning, copying, and faxing functions. Printing is of a high caliber with a maximum resolution of 1200 x 6000 dpi, ensuring highly detailed prints, while a 150-sheet input tray, 20-sheet auto document feeder, and 1-sheet manual feed slot permit the use of media up to 8.5 x 14" in size. Print speeds reach up to 17 ppm, while scan speeds reach up to 17 ppm for black and 7 ppm for color. Also featured are duplex printing, USB 2.0 connectivity, and Wi-Fi connectivity. Compatible with Windows and Mac, the MFC-T980DW may also be used with AirPrint, Mopria, Brother Mobile Connect, Wi-Fi Direct, and more.
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Brother MFC-T980dw Overview

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Offering wireless versatility in a compact and powerful package, the MFC-T980DW INKvestment Tank Wireless Color Inkjet All-in-One Printer from Brother is designed for home and small offices. The printer allows you to start printing and keep printing for a long time with up to three years of ink included in the box. As an all-in-one unit, the MFC-T980DW features printing, scanning, copying, and faxing functions. Printing is of a high caliber with a maximum resolution of 1200 x 6000 dpi, ensuring highly detailed prints, while a 150-sheet input tray, 20-sheet auto document feeder, and 1-sheet manual feed slot permit the use of media up to 8.5 x 14" in size. Print speeds reach up to 17 ppm, while scan speeds reach up to 17 ppm for black and 7 ppm for color. Also featured are duplex printing, USB 2.0 connectivity, and Wi-Fi connectivity. Compatible with Windows and Mac, the MFC-T980DW may also be used with AirPrint, Mopria, Brother Mobile Connect, Wi-Fi Direct, and more.

Start printing and keep printing for a long time with up to three years of ink in the box.
Creates secure connections to networks and devices to safeguard sensitive documents while printing.
Creates documents efficiently with timesaving print speeds of up to 17 ppm and scan speeds up to 17/7 ipm (black/color).
Use the built-in dual-band wireless (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz) and Wi-Fi Direct or connect locally to a single computer via USB interface.
The 1.8" color touchscreen enables print-from and scan-to popular cloud apps such as Google Drive, Dropbox, Evernote, OneNote, and more.
Print from virtually anywhere with Brother Mobile Connect app. Print, scan, and manage your printer from almost anywhere.
ENERGY STAR compliant and EPEAT Silver rated.
UPC: 012502680727

Brother MFC-T980dw Specs

Key Specs
Functions
Print, Scan, Copy, Fax
Printing Technology
Inkjet
Color Type
Color
Configuration
4x Toner
Ink Color
1x Black
1x Cyan
1x Magenta
1x Yellow
Print Resolution
1200 x 6000 dpi
Media Sizes
Input Tray 1 / Multipurpose Tray
Maximum: 8.5 x 14" / 21.6 x 35.6 cm
Scanner Type
Flatbed Scanner with Automatic Document Feeder (ADF)
Scanner Maximum Resolution
ADF
19,200 x 19,200 dpi (Interpolated)
1200 x 600 dpi (Hardware)
Flatbed
1200 x 2400 dpi (Hardware)
19,200 x 19,200 dpi (Interpolated)
Wireless
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) / 802.11a/b/g Wi-Fi
Power Source
AC Power (Cable Built-In/Included)
Functions
Print, Scan, Copy, Fax
Printer
Printing Technology
Inkjet
Color Type
Color
Configuration
4x Toner
Ink Color
1x Black
1x Cyan
1x Magenta
1x Yellow
Print Resolution
1200 x 6000 dpi
Borderless Printing
Yes: 8.5 x 11" / 21.6 x 27.9 cm
Duplex Printing
Yes
Print Speed (By Time)
16.5 ppm (Color)
17 ppm (Black)
First Print Out Time
6.5 Seconds (Color)
6 Seconds (Black)
Monthly Duty Cycle
2500 Pages
1000 Pages (Recommended)
Printer Media Handling
Media Handling
1 x Input Tray, Multipurpose Tray, Output Tray
Media Sizes
Input Tray 1 / Multipurpose Tray
Maximum: 8.5 x 14" / 21.6 x 35.6 cm
Media Weight
Input Tray 1, Multipurpose Tray: 17 to 58 lb
Paper Capacity
Input Tray 1: 150 x Sheet
Output Tray: 50 x Sheet
Multipurpose Tray: 80 x Sheet
Special Media Support
Envelopes, Cards
Scanner
Type
Flatbed Scanner with Automatic Document Feeder (ADF)
Maximum Resolution
ADF
19,200 x 19,200 dpi (Interpolated)
1200 x 600 dpi (Hardware)
Flatbed
1200 x 2400 dpi (Hardware)
19,200 x 19,200 dpi (Interpolated)
Scan Modes
Color, Monochrome
Scan Speed
17 ipm in Black & White
7 ipm in Color
Scanner Media Handling
Scan Sizes
Maximum: 8.5 x 14" / 21.6 x 35.6 cm
Maximum Transparency Scan Area
8.5 x 11" / 21.6 x 27.9 cm
Copier
Number of Copies
Up to 99 Copies
Reduction/Enlargement
25 to 400%
Copy Speed
13 cpm (Black)
10.5 cpm (Color)
Duplex Copying
No
Copy Resolution
1200 x 1200 dpi
Fax
Modem Transmission Speed
14.4 kb/s
Duplex Support
No
Fax Memory
170 Pages
Connectivity
Data I/O
1x Unspecified USB 2.0 Input/Output
Wireless
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) / 802.11a/b/g Wi-Fi
Direct Printing
Apple AirPrint, Brother Mobile Connect, Mopria, Wi-Fi Direct
Processor Speed
576 MHz
Internal Memory
128 MB (RAM)
OS Compatibility
Computer: macOS / Windows Server / Windows
Mobile: Android/iOS
General
Display Size
1.8"
Display Type
Color Touchscreen LCD
Power Source
AC Power (Cable Built-In/Included)
Battery
No
Certifications
ENERGY STAR Qualified, EPEAT Silver
Dimensions (W x H x D)
17.1 x 7.1 x 16.5" / 43.4 x 18 x 41.9 cm
Weight
21.8 lb / 9.9 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
23.5 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
21 x 20 x 11"

Brother MFC-T980dw Reviews

Setup is horrendous!

By L Shirey
Rated 2 out of 5
Date: 2026-01-07

After owning HP printers for years, we decided to buy this Brother due to HPs declining reputation. We were looking for a tank based ink system to stop buying high priced cartridges. I certainly hope that this printer lives up to the reviews, because in my first day of ownership, I’m not impressed so far. Construction appears cheaply built. Plastic is flimsy, and our 5 year old HP seemed much more solid. That’s not the worst part. The setup is terrible. It seems that whoever designed the software, never tested it or used it in real life. There are a few ways that it allows you to setup the printer. From a mobile device, computer or from the archaic display on the printer (not touchscreen) . First attempts to use an iPhone to set it up proved frustrating. The printer provides a QR code, which takes you to a setup package, but instructions are confusing and we were unable to get it to link with our wireless network. Next, we tried using our MacBook. Same frustrating and confusing experience. We thought we’d try setting it using the interface on the printer. It got the job done, but it felt like I was setting up a printer in the 90’s. Tapping tiny rubber buttons and squinting to see the tiny graphics on the screen doesn’t seem very 2026. The setup by either method, starts the process electronically and leads you through the first few steps, then you’re given a link which leads to a printed set of instructions online that feels like you’re putting together a piece of IKEA furniture. If they’re not going to step you through it on the printer interface, then why not just include a set of paper instructions? It’s just plain terrible… it took my wife and I nearly 2 hours to get this functional. We feel we’re both intelligent professionals, and never have problems setting up tech, but this took longer than setting up our recent computers. Some positives. The ink loaded very easily with no mess, as I had feared. And it prints. That’s about it. As I said, I sure hope it’s reliable, because for the price, we’re not very impressed so far. We probably would have sent it back if the old HP hadn’t died and we needed to print some docs.

Easy Setup, Sharp Prints, and Long-Lasting Ink

By jaken9_6550
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2025-09-30

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Setup was super quick — I had this printer out of the box and working in about 10 minutes. It prints, scans, copies, and faxes beautifully. Black-and-white text is crisp, colors are vibrant, and scans come out clear. Copies look just like the original, which I really appreciate for school and work documents. One of my favorite features is the refillable ink tank system. It’s so much more cost-effective than cartridges, and I love being able to see the ink levels right from the front panel. Just a heads-up: you do need to be careful when filling the bottles because it’s easy to spill if you rush. Once they’re filled, though, you’re set for a long time — Brother says up to 3 years depending on usage, which is impressive. Design-wise, it looks sleek and professional, but the black finish does collect dust and fibers. A quick wipe with a microfiber cloth keeps it looking clean. The control panel is easy to navigate, the paper tray is simple to load, and the automatic document feeder makes scanning and copying multiple pages a breeze. Overall, this is a fantastic all-in-one for home or small office use. It’s reliable, easy to use, and the quality has been excellent. Just watch the ink refills and keep a cloth handy, and you’ll be really happy with it.

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