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Question posted by anteroramos on March 7th, 2011

What Drivers Do I Need To Make My Mx860 A Network Printer?

There are a few drivers to download, but I'm sure which one to use.  I'm trying to make mx860 a network printer. I used two different drivers and when it tries to print to printer goes off-line.

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Getting Started - Page 19

... the machine to the network, confirm that configuration of the computer and network devices (router, access point, etc.) is complete, and that is not protected with other access points used in the vicinity. • The machine supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) and WCN (Windows Connect Now) in the printed manual: Network Setup Troubleshooting. □ Notes...
MX860 Getting Started For Mac Users - Page 4

... (also called SSID or Service Set Identifier) and network password (if applicable). Getting Started Overview prepare your MX860 set up the hardware set up the software connect to your network (optional) start using the Canon PIXMA Wireless Setup Assistant, or by following the procedures available for download from the Canon support webpage (www.usa.canon.com...
MX860 Getting Started For Mac Users - Page 5

... USB cable (needed for initial network setup or USB connection) If any parts are missing, contact Canon (see back cover for contact data). 2 Remove all packing materials a Remove all tape and packing material from the outside of the MX860. Unpack and Set Up 1 Check your box contents MX860 printer/copier/scanner/fax print head (sealed package...
MX860 Getting Started For Mac Users - Page 7

Use the ▲ and ▼ button on the MX860. This is selected, the display will make sounds as it powers up Press the ON button to turn on the operation panel to select a language for the display, then press OK. prepare hardware software network prepare hardware software network 7 prepare hardware software network 6 Power up . back Once your...
MX860 Getting Started For Mac Users - Page 17

...the MX860 directly to a single computer and not to one computer only by mistake you will be prompted to reinstall the software. if you plan to connect directly to a network. The...! If your computer is connected to the internet you will need to register your product. Connecting to a Network Go to "Connect to Your Network (optional)" on page 37. The serial number is required for...
MX860 Getting Started For Mac Users - Page 19

... next to it. 2 Make sure the MX860 is ready Ensure the MX860 is connected to your MX860 was previously set for a wired network, set at the factory to connect to use a Select Setup in the Printers pane, then click OK. prepare hardware software network prepare hardware software network prepare hardware software network prepare hardware software network 19 You will need the USB cable...
MX860 Getting Started For Mac Users - Page 21

... open automatically. 1 Select the printer a Click More Printers. Add the Printer (OS X v10.4.x) The Printer List window will open automatically. 1 Click Add 2 Add the printer a Click More Printers. b Select MX860 series. prepare hardware software network prepare hardware software network prepare hardware software network prepare hardware software network 21 2 Review results a If...
MX860 Getting Started For Mac Users - Page 22

... the Network Device List pane, select the MAC address of the MX860. There should be only one device listed unless you have more than one MX860 series device connected to use the MX860 as a scanner. d Confirm that a checkmark appears next to "Start Using Your MX860!" Go to the selected device, then click Exit. You are finished with the setup. Add the Printer...
MX860 Getting Started For Mac Users - Page 23

... longer needed. 4 Select printer to a wireless (Wi-Fi) network. router Wi-Fi router If your network has only a single access point, go to page 19. 1 Locate the name and password (if applicable) of your wireless network Click the icon in the menu bar and write down the network name with the checkmark next to it. 2 Make sure the MX860...
MX860 Getting Started For Mac Users - Page 26

... connection results are less than "Good," move the MX860 to a new location, then click Remeasurement to a network). Add the Printer (OS X v10.4.x) The Printer List window will open automatically. 1 Click Add b Select MX860 series. 26 The letters and numbers after "MX860 series" show the MAC address for this device (Media Access Control address, a unique identifier for any...
MX860 Getting Started For Mac Users - Page 27

... The Printer Browser window opens. There should be only one device listed unless you have more than one MX860 seriesprdeepvaircee connected to use the MX860praespaarescahnanrdewr.are software network prepare hardware software network prepare hardware software network 27 b Select MX860 series. network c Click Apply to your hardware software network. b In the Network Device List...
MX860 Getting Started For Mac Users - Page 28

... is set at the factory to connect to "Start Using Your MX860!" b Use the ◄ or ► button to the selected device, then Wired Networks click Exit. Wi-Fi router router If you will need the USB cable only for the initial network setup. wireless network with wireless network with wired network connecting a single access point multiple access points with...
Solución de problemas de configuración de red [Spanish Version] - Page 6

...be set for use over the network. Make sure of the access point, then start the setup again. 5.5 The New port could not be created is displayed during setup Uninstall the drivers, then setup ... address when Use next IP Address is turned off, the Set Printer IP Address screen does not appear.) If it is different from the address you are using the machine. 5.6 The Set Printer IP Address ...
Solución de problemas de configuración de red [Spanish Version] - Page 10

.../60 Hz Printing (Copy): ...driver...Color: 48 bit/24 bit (RGB each 16 bit/8 bit) Communication protocol Wireless LAN TCP/IP Network...differ...print quality...MX860 series General Specifications Printing...printing only. *5 Setup possible through WPS (Wi-Fi...Printing: 8.5 inches/216 mm) Approx. 43.5 db(A) * When printing...Print Head and ink tanks installed. Interface USB Port: Hi-Speed USB *1 Direct Print...
Network Setup Troubleshooting - Page 6

...access point. (B) Use next IP address Select to manually specify an IP address, for use over the network. Make sure of the following, and click the Connect. • The network devices are turned on, ...setup Uninstall the drivers, then setup the machine again following the procedures in "Install the Software" and onward in the printed manual: Getting Started. 5.6 The Set Printer IP Address ...
Network Setup Troubleshooting - Page 10

... 1 MX860 series General Specifications Printing resolution 9600 (horizontal)* x 2400 (vertical) (dpi) * Ink droplets can be placed with USB 1.1, it can be used at minimum...Output) Color: 48 bit/24 bit (RGB each 16 bit/8 bit) Communication protocol Wireless LAN TCP/IP Network Specifications Supported...differ depending on country or region. *2 Effective range varies depending on Photo...
Network Guide - Page 3

... number of applications to be copied (installed) to the Drivers & Software for your model Step Two Select your operating system in the Select OS dropdown menu. 3 Downloading and Installing the Drivers > Downloading the Driver To use the machine by connecting it to a computer, software including the drivers needs to be installed.) Step One Go to the computer's hard...
Network Guide - Page 8

Downloading and Installing the Drivers > Setup the Machine and the Computer Step One On the Setup Method screen, select Printer is selected and click Next. 8 Step Two When the Printers screen appears, make sure that the machine is already Connected to the network , then click Next.
Router Guide - Page 8

Downloading and Installing the Drivers
Network Key Guide - Page 4

... (installed) to the Canon USA download library Step Two Select Multifunction Printers in the first menu dropdown, Inkjet in the second and your model in the third. Download the Canon PIXMA Wireless Setup Assistant > Download the Canon PIXMA Wireless Setup Assistant To use the machine by connecting it to a computer, software including the drivers needs to be installed.) Step One Go...

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