Connecting To The Computer - Canon Color imageCLASS MF8280Cw Getting Started Manual

Connecting to the Computer

Choosing the Method to Connect the Machine to the Computer
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First, you need to decide on the method you would like to connect your machine to the computer. Choose from the
following three options.
Connecting via a Wired LAN
You can connect the machine to the computer
through a wired router. Use the LAN cables to
connect the machine to the wired router.
• Make sure that there is an available port in the router to connect
the machine and the computer.
• Have a LAN Cable of Category 5 twisted-pair cable or higher
ready.
Connecting via a USB
You can connect the machine to the computer using
a USB cable.
Connecting via a Wireless LAN
You can connect the machine to the computer
through a wireless router*. Since it is connected
wireless, no LAN cables are needed.
* A wireless router which supports IEEE 802.11b/g/n is required.
NOTE
You can find a video and written guides which will ensure a smooth setup of the machine into your existing wireless
environment at: www.usa.canon.com/WirelessHelp.
If you are not sure whether your router is wired or wireless:
See the instruction manual provided with your network device, or contact the manufacturer.
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LAN Cable
Wired Router
Windows
Macintosh
USB Cable
See "Wireless LAN Setting Guide"
Wireless Router
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