Connection Checklist - Canon PIXMA MX870 Network Setup Manual

Connection Checklist

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Check 1
Before connecting the machine, are the computer and network device (router, access point, etc.) configured and can the computer connect to the network?
Configure the computer and network device.
• For the procedures, refer to the manuals supplied with the computer and network device, or contact their manufacturers.
Check 2
Are the machine and network device (router, access point, etc.) turned on?
Turn on each device.
If the machine is already turned on, turn it off, then turn it back on.
Check 3
Is the firewall function of your security software active?
A message may appear on the computer monitor warning that Canon software is attempting to access the network.
If the warning message appears, set the security software to always allow access.
Check 4
When using a wireless connection, is the Wi-Fi lamp (A) lit blue?
Press the Setup button, then using the { } [ ] and OK buttons, select Device settings > LAN settings > WLAN active/inactive >
Wireless LAN active to enable wireless LAN.
• After enabling wireless LAN, perform setup again by following the procedures in "Wireless Setup" and onward in the printed manual: Getting Started.
Check 5
Are the access point and machine installed in an open space where wireless communications are possible? Also, is there a microwave oven, refrigerator, etc. nearby?
Install them in an open space with as few obstacles as possible.
Leave some space between the installation location and a microwave oven, refrigerator, etc. so that its radio waves will not affect those from the access point.

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