5
Choosing the Method to Connect the
Machine to the Computer
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Connecting via a LAN
You can connect the machine to the computer through a
wired LAN router. Use a LAN cable to connect the machine
to the router.
Make sure that there are ports available on the router to connect
the machine and the computer.
Have a Category 5 or higher twisted pair LAN cable ready.
●
Connecting via a USB cable
You can connect the machine to the computer using a USB
cable.
Make sure that the USB cable you use has the following mark.
Connecting via a LAN
Checking Before the Setup
Internet
Router
LAN cable
Are the computer and the router properly connected using
a LAN cable?
For more information, see the instruction manual for the
network device you are using, or contact the networking
device manufacturer.
Have the network settings on the computer been
completed?
If the computer is not properly configured, you may not use
the wired LAN connection even after completing the following
settings.
NOTE
• When you connect to a network environment that is not
security protected, your personal information could be
disclosed to third parties. Please use caution.
• If you connect through a LAN in the office, contact your
network administrator.
Setting Up the LAN Connection
1
Connect the LAN cable.
The IP address will be automatically configured in 2
minutes. If you want to set the IP address manually, see
the following items.
e-Manual “Network”
▶
“Connecting to a Network”
▶
“Setting IP Addresses”
2
Download the appropriate drivers from the Canon
website (http://www.canon.com/).
3
Install the drivers on your computer.
For details on the installation procedures, see the driver
installation manuals that are included with the drivers.
Proceed to “Setting a Paper Size and Type” (P.6).
Connecting via a USB Cable
Connect the USB cable after installing the drivers.
1
Download the appropriate drivers from the Canon
website (http://www.canon.com/).
2
Install the drivers on your computer.
For details on the installation procedures, see the driver
installation manuals that are included with the drivers.
3
Connect the USB cable.
