The Brother ADS-1500W printer model bears a striking resemblance to the Brother ADS-1000W model, yet it boasts several advantages over its predecessor. One of these advantages is its ability to accommodate up to 256 MB of expandable internal memory, whereas the ADS-1000W can only accommodate 128 MB of RAM. This increased memory capacity offers more support for the printer’s processor, allowing it to work at a faster speed and produce higher quality output.
Brother ADS-1500W Printer Driver Downloads
Driver for Windows
| Filename | Size | Download |
| Scanner Full Drivers for Windows 7 8 8.1 10 xp vista 32 bit and 64 bit.EXE (Recommended) | 84.37 MB |
Driver for Mac OS
| Filename | Size | Download |
| Scanner Full Drivers for Mac 10.14.dmg | 313.08 MB | |
| Scanner Full Drivers for Mac 10.13 and 10.12.dmg | 313.15 MB | |
| Scanner Full Drivers for Mac 10.11 and 10.10.dmg | 20.64 MB | |
| Scanner Full Drivers for Mac 10.9.dmg | 20.77 MB | |
| Scanner Full Drivers for Mac 10.9 and 10.8.dmg | 20.36 MB | |
| Scanner Driver for Mac 10.7 to 10.10.dmg | 11.17 MB | |
| Scanner Driver for Mac 10.7 and 10.6.dmg | 9.28 MB |
Specifications
The power source range of the printer varies depending on the region of the world where it is being used. In North America, including the USA, Canada, and Mexico, the power input range is between 100 to 120 V of an AC with a frequency of 50/60 Hz. However, in Latin American countries, the power input ranges from 220 to 240 Volts of AC at the same frequency rate.
In addition, the ADS-1500W model boasts a liquid crystal display (LCD) TFT color touchscreen with highly responsive and smooth usability. The screen measures 2.7 inches diagonally, which is equivalent to approximately 67.5 mm.
The power consumption of the Brother ADS-1500W printer varies depending on its activity or state. Scanning, for example, uses around 14 watts of power, while being in print-ready mode consumes approximately 4.0 watts. When in sleep mode, the printer requires 1.5 volts, and when turned off, power consumption drops to about 0.25 watts.
In terms of physical specifications, the Brother ADS-1500W printer weighs about 3.3 lbs, which is equivalent to 1.5 Kg.
The printer’s physical dimensions measure 11.2 inches in width, 10 inches in depth, and about 9.1 inches in height. To ensure optimal performance, the printer should operate within a temperature range of 5 to 350C and a humidity range of 20 to 80%. Additionally, the printer is equipped with an automatic document feeder capable of holding up to 20 pages of paper with a maximum weight of 80 gsm.
For those in need of the Brother ADS-1500W driver, it can be conveniently downloaded from the official Brother website.