Connecting To A Computer; Using A Usb Cable - Canon LBP5300 User Manual

Connecting to a Computer

This section describes how to connect the printer to a computer and network.
This printer is equipped with the USB connector and LAN connector by default. You
can connect the printer to a computer with the USB cable or to the network with the
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LAN cable directly.

Using a USB Cable

Connect the printer to a computer equipped with a USB port using a USB cable.
WARNING
When plugging or unplugging the USB cable when the power plug is plugged in
an AC power outlet, do not touch the metal part of the connector, as this may
result in electrical shock.
IMPORTANT
• Do not plug or unplug the USB cable while the computer and printer are ON, as this may
result in damage to the printer.
• This printer uses bi-directional communication. Operation of the printer when connected
via unidirectional communication equipment has not been tested, and as a result, Canon
cannot guarantee printer operation when the printer is connected using unidirectional
print servers, USB hubs or switching devices.
NOTE
• The appropriate USB interface varies depending on the operating system of the
connected computer as follows. For more details, contact your local authorized Canon
dealer.
- Windows 98/Me: USB Full-Speed (USB1.1 equivalent)
- Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003: USB 2.0 Hi-Speed/USB Full-Speed (USB1.1
• When you connect this printer to a computer with a USB cable, use a computer with
manufacturer's guarantee of USB proper operation.
• 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.
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