To connect your Canon printer, ensure your Wi-Fi router is on. Access the printer's setup menu and select Wireless LAN Setup. Choose either the Standard Setup (find your network and enter the password) or the WPS Push Button Method for a quick, password-free connection.
Before starting, ensure you have your Wi-Fi Network Name (SSID) and Password (Network Key) ready.
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The Complete Guide to Connecting Your Canon Printer to Wi-Fi
Connecting your Canon PIXMA, MAXIFY, or other wireless printer to your home or office Wi-Fi network is the key to printing wirelessly from your computer, smartphone, or tablet. While the exact steps can vary slightly by model, Canon generally provides three reliable methods for network connection.Before starting, ensure you have your Wi-Fi Network Name (SSID) and Password (Network Key) ready.
1. Easy Wireless Connect (Recommended App Method)
This is the most modern and often the quickest method, especially if you are setting up the printer using a smartphone or tablet.Step-by-Step Instructions
- Install the App: Download and install the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app (or the recommended setup utility for your model) on your smartphone or tablet (iOS or Android).
- Start Printer Setup:
- Ensure your printer is powered on.
- On your printer's control panel, look for and select Wi-Fi Setup, Network Settings, or a similar option.
- Select Easy Wireless Connect or Cableless Setup. The printer's Wi-Fi light (or the Status light) will begin flashing rapidly.
- Use the App:
- Open the Canon PRINT app and tap the 'Add Printer' icon.
- Select Register Printer and follow the on-screen prompts.
- The app will detect the flashing printer, connect to it temporarily, and then automatically transfer your Wi-Fi network name and password from your smartphone to the printer.
- Confirmation: The flashing Wi-Fi light on the printer will turn solid blue, indicating a successful connection to your Wi-Fi network.
2. WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) Push Button Method
This is the fastest method, but it requires your Wi-Fi router to have a physical WPS button and for the printer to be a modern model that supports WPS.Step-by-Step Instructions
- Ready the Printer:
- Ensure your printer is powered on.
- Press and hold the Wi-Fi button on the printer (it may be a button with an antenna symbol $\fatsquare\frown$). Hold it until the ON lamp starts flashing.
- Release the Wi-Fi button, then press it again, or use the menu on the LCD screen to navigate to WPS Setup and select it.
- The printer's Wi-Fi light should be flashing quickly.
- Press the Router Button:
- Locate the WPS button on your Wi-Fi router (it may be labeled WPS or have a double-arrow icon).
- Press and hold the WPS button on the router for about 2 seconds, then release it.
- Automatic Connection:
- The printer and the router will communicate. The Wi-Fi light on the printer will stop flashing and turn solid blue when the connection is established.
- Note: You must press the WPS button on the router within two minutes of starting the WPS mode on the printer.
3. Standard Setup (Manual Connection)
Use this method if your router does not have a WPS button, or if the WPS method fails. This requires entering your password directly into the printer's control panel.Step-by-Step Instructions
- Access Setup Menu:
- Ensure your printer is powered on.
- If your printer has an LCD screen, press the Setup button or navigate to the Setup or Settings menu.
- Select Wi-Fi setup or Wireless LAN setup.
- Select Standard Setup:
- Choose Standard setup, Manual connect, or Select Access Point. The printer will begin searching for nearby networks.
- Select Your Network:
- A list of available SSIDs (network names) will appear. Use the arrow keys to find your network name and press OK or Select.
- If your network is hidden, select "Enter Manually" and type the SSID.
- Enter Password:
- Use the printer's keys/screen to enter your Wi-Fi password (Network Key). This step can be tedious on models without a touchscreen. Ensure the password is case-sensitive.
- Confirmation:
- Once the password is confirmed, select OK. The printer will attempt to connect.
- The screen will display "Connected" or the Wi-Fi light will turn solid blue upon success.
Finalizing the Setup (Adding the Printer to Your Devices)
Once the printer has a solid blue Wi-Fi light, it is connected to the network, but your computer or phone may still need the printer driver or app to find it.- For Computers (Windows/Mac):
- Go to the official Canon support website, find your model, and download the Full Driver and Software Package.
- Run the installer, selecting the "Wireless Connection" option when prompted. The software will automatically find the printer already on your network and complete the driver installation.
- For Smartphones/Tablets (iOS/Android):
- If you used the Canon PRINT app for setup, the printer should already be registered. You can now use the app to print photos or documents.
- For AirPrint (iOS) or Android's default printing service, the phone should automatically detect the Canon printer on the same Wi-Fi network.