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  3. I want to use the Scan to Network Folder so that users can scan to a shared folder using the SMB protocol.

I want to use the Scan to Network Folder function so that users can scan to a shared folder using the SMB protocol.

Click the video below to view a guide on how to configure the Scan to Network Folder function from a Brother device.


Q:

What ports does the Scan to Network Folder function use?


A:

Ports 139 and 445.



Q:

Which operating systems does the Scan to Network Folder function support?


A:

Windows, macOS, and Linux. Please note that the SMB protocol must be enabled before using this function. In Windows, it is enabled by default. In macOS and Linux, you may have to enable it.



Q:

What authentication methods does the Scan to Network Folder function support?


A:

NTLM and Kerberos.