brother printer

buddc · 10-01-2020, 01:50 AM

my os is linux mint.the problem im having is i cant get printer to work. this is the trouble im having.the funny thing is it knows its there but wont print.this is what im getting(/run/cups/cups)cups server error failed to connect.any help would be greatly appreciated.

allend · 10-01-2020, 03:19 AM

For the Brother printer, it may be that you have installed a 64-bit version of Mint, but have not installed the required ia32-libs. Check the Pre-required Procedure for your printer here.

buddc · 10-01-2020, 05:46 AM

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Originally Posted by allend

For the Brother printer, it may be that you have installed a 64-bit version of Mint, but have not installed the required ia32-libs. Check the Pre-required Procedure for your printer here.

im computer e literate my laptop is a 64bit system and im not sure what i have to look for.im used to windows doing it for me but I've had enough with Microsoft

michaelk · 10-01-2020, 05:50 AM

Please post the model number or your printer.

pan64 · 10-01-2020, 05:53 AM

posted in the other thread. https://www.linuxquestions.org/quest...ps-4175682984/

rtmistler · 10-01-2020, 06:28 AM

Please post your thread in only one forum. Posting a single thread in the most relevant forum will make it easier for members to help you and will keep the discussion in one place. This thread is being closed because it is a duplicate.