Connecting the Printer and Computer

When Connecting with a USB Cable

See "Important Safety Instructions" also.
IMPORTANT
Do not plug or unplug the USB cable while the printer or computer is ON.
This may cause the printer to malfunction.
About unidirectional communication equipment
The printer performs bi-directional communication. Operation of the printer when connected via unidirectional communication equipment is not tested, and as a result, Canon cannot guarantee printer operation if the printer is connected using unidirectional print servers, USB hubs or switching devices.
NOTE
About the USB cable
This printer does not come with a USB cable. Have an appropriate one available for the computer you are using.
Use a USB cable with the following symbol.
1
Make sure that the printer and computer are OFF.
2
Connect the USB cable.
Flat end (A):
Connects to a USB port on your computer.
Square end (B):
Connects to the USB connector on this printer.
Do not turn the printer ON at this stage even if you want to install the printer driver.

When Connecting with a LAN Cable

NOTE
About the network environment
This printer supports 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX connections.
About the LAN cable
This printer does not come with a LAN cable or a hub. Have cables or a hub ready as needed.
Use a Category 5 or higher twisted pair cable for the LAN.
If you want to connect the printer to a 100BASE-TX Ethernet network, all the devices to be connected to the LAN (hub, LAN cable, and network board for computer) must support 100BASE-TX.
For more details, contact your local authorized Canon dealer.
1
Connect the LAN cable.
2
Turn the printer ON.
3
Make sure that the LNK indicator (A) on the network interface is on.
If you are using 100BASE-TX, the 100 indicator (B) also turns on.
 When the ERR indicator (orange) is on
The hardware of the printer is in an abnormal condition.
Contact your local authorized Canon dealer to request service.
 When all the indicators are off
 "All the Indicators on the Network Interface Are Off"