Use the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app for the easiest wireless setup. Alternatively, access your printer's menu and choose Wireless LAN Setup. Select either Easy Wireless Connect (app-guided) or WPS Push Button Method for a quick router connection. The solid blue Wi-Fi light confirms success.
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The Complete Guide to Canon IJ Wireless Printer Setup
Connecting your Canon PIXMA, MAXIFY, or other "IJ" (Inkjet) series printer wirelessly is the first step to enjoying the convenience of printing from any device in your home or office. Canon provides several easy-to-use methods for a seamless setup.Before You Begin: Preparation
Ensure you have the following information and items ready:- Canon Printer: Powered on and loaded with paper (the setup may print a test page).
- Wireless Router: Must be functioning and broadcasting a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi signal (most modern Canon printers support 5 GHz, but 2.4 GHz is universally compatible).
- Network Name (SSID): The name of your Wi-Fi network.
- Network Password: Your Wi-Fi password (case-sensitive).
- Device: A computer (Windows/Mac) or a smartphone/tablet (iOS/Android) connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
Method 1: Easy Wireless Connect (Recommended)
This is the simplest setup method, using a mobile app or desktop software to transfer your Wi-Fi details to the printer without needing to enter a complex password on the printer itself.Step-by-Step Guide
- Start Easy Connect on the Printer:
- Printers with a Screen: Navigate to Setup $\rightarrow$ Wireless LAN Setup $\rightarrow$ Easy Wireless Connect or Cableless Setup. Select Yes or OK to confirm.
- Printers with a Button (No Screen): Press and hold the Wi-Fi or Wireless Connect button (often with an antenna icon) until the orange Alarm lamp flashes once, then release it. The Wi-Fi light will flash blue, indicating the printer is in pairing mode.
- Download and Run the App/Software:
- Mobile Device (Easiest): Download and open the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android).
- Computer: Go to ij.start.canon in your web browser. Enter your printer model, click Start Setup, and download the setup file. Run the downloaded file.
- Find the Printer:
- App: The app will prompt you to Add Printer and will begin searching. Select the printer model shown.
- Software: Select Wireless LAN Connection and then choose Connect via wireless router (recommended). Select Easy Wireless Connect or Cableless setup.
- Transfer Network Information:
- App: The app will automatically read your phone's Wi-Fi network name and ask you to confirm the password. Tap OK to send the details to the printer.
- Software: The software will detect the printer in pairing mode and prompt you to select your network name (SSID) and enter the password. Click Connect.
- Completion: Once the connection is successful, the printer's blue Wi-Fi light will stop flashing and remain solid.
Method 2: WPS Push Button (Quick Setup)
If your wireless router supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup), this is the quickest way to connect the printer directly to the router.- Prepare the Printer:
- Printers with a Screen: Navigate to Setup $\rightarrow$ Wireless LAN Setup $\rightarrow$ WPS Push Button Method. Press OK.
- Printers with a Button (No Screen): Press and hold the Wi-Fi or Wireless Connect button until the orange Alarm lamp flashes twice, then release it.
- Press the WPS Button on Router: Within the next two minutes, physically press and hold the WPS button on your wireless router. This button is typically located on the side or back and may be labeled "WPS" or have a symbol with two arrows.
- Confirm Connection: The printer will automatically exchange information with the router. The blue Wi-Fi light will start flashing rapidly, and when successful, it will become solid.
Method 3: Standard (Manual) Setup
Use this method if the other two fail or if your printer has a full LCD screen for direct input.- Access Setup Menu: On the printer's control panel, press the Setup button or navigate to Settings.
- Select Wireless LAN Setup: Choose Wireless LAN Setup or Network Settings.
- Choose Manual Connect: Select Standard Setup or Manual Connect.
- Select Your Network: A list of available Wi-Fi network names (SSIDs) will appear. Use the arrow keys to select your network and press OK.
- Enter Password: Use the on-screen keyboard to enter your Wi-Fi password (WPA/WPA2 PSK). Note: This is often slow and requires careful attention to case sensitivity.
- Confirm Connection: Once the password is confirmed, the printer will attempt to connect. The blue Wi-Fi light will turn solid when the connection is established.
Final Step: Installing Drivers on Your Computer
After the printer is connected to your Wi-Fi network, you must install the drivers on your PC or Mac for printing and scanning.- Return to the Setup Software: If you used the ij.start.canon website, the installation software should still be running.
- Driver Installation: The software will automatically detect the wirelessly connected Canon printer.
- Complete the Install: Follow the remaining on-screen prompts to install the printing and scanning drivers.
- Test Print: Print a test page from your computer to confirm the wireless connection is fully established and working.