Get support for Canon PIXMA MX870

Canon PIXMA MX870 Support Question

Canon PIXMA MX870 Support Question

Find answers below for this question about Canon PIXMA MX870.
Need a Canon PIXMA MX870 manual? We have 4 online manuals for this item!
Question posted by dandgv on June 12th, 2013

How Do I Get The Printer To Print On Both Sides Of The Paper

The person who posted this question about this Canon product did not include a detailed explanation. Please use the "Request More Information" button to the right if more details would help you to answer this question.

Current Answers

Answer #1: Posted by RathishC on June 12th, 2013 8:32 PM
This answer was accepted by the poster of the original question.
RathishC

Member since:
June 19th, 2012

Points: 2,516,090
1,100
points
Hi Dandgv, 

Please click on the link given below to know the steps on how to perform duplex printing: 

http://bit.ly/OTuyNG 

Hope this helps.

Thanks & Regards
Rathish C
#iworkfordell

Answer #2: Posted by chargerfan805805 on June 12th, 2013 7:00 PM
chargerfan805805

Member since:
June 12th, 2013

Points: 4,170
100
points
Take the printed paper (with text) and place it face down (text facing down) in the tray. Print and that should print on the back. If not, do it backwards.

Related Canon PIXMA MX870 Manual Pages

Solución de problemas de configuración de red [Spanish Version] - Page 4

...; MAC address filtering A function to block access from unauthorized wireless devices by saving the MAC addresses of specific wireless devices (computers, printers, etc.) to "Wireless Setup Using Easy Setup" in use WEP key number 1 of the access point, or select a WEP...Enterprise" is Displayed Check Check 1 Is WEP key number 2, 3 or 4 of the access point in the printed manual: Getting Started.
Solución de problemas de configuración de red [Spanish Version] - Page 9

... an IP address automatically, make sure that Connection is set to Active. Check Printer Settings dialog box is Displayed Check The message appears when the machine cannot be ...setup again by following the procedures in "Wireless Setup" and onward or "Wired Setup" and onward in the printed manual: Getting Started. A For a wired connection, make sure that you follow Check 1, 2, 3, 4,...
Solución de problemas de configuración de red [Spanish Version] - Page 17

...the Internet and corporate networks safely. Check 7 When using a router, are the Ethernet cables of the printer and computer connected to the LAN side of the access point, refer to the manual supplied with the access point or contact its manufacturer. If ...manual supplied with the router or contact its manufacturer. Set the access point to operate in the printed manual: Getting Started.
Network Setup Troubleshooting - Page 3

... access from unauthorized wireless devices by saving the MAC addresses of specific wireless devices (computers, printers, etc.) to the access point beforehand.  Glossary • SSID An identifier to identify...the left FUNCTION button A (A) on how to "Wireless Setup Using Easy Setup" in the printed manual: Getting Started. Enable SSID broadcast (connection via "ANY" SSID, etc.) disabled or...
Network Setup Troubleshooting - Page 8

...DHCP function of the access point, refer to the manual supplied with the setup. Check Printer Settings dialog box is not connected to a network, perform setup again by following the ...procedures in "Wireless Setup" and onward or "Wired Setup" and onward in the printed manual: Getting Started. Glossary • IP address A numerical identification assigned to each computer or...
Network Setup Troubleshooting - Page 15

.... 13 Check 7 When using a router, are the Ethernet cables of the printer and computer connected to the LAN side of the router? • For details on how to check the connection, ...contact its manufacturer. Perform setup by following the procedures in "Wired Setup" and onward in the printed manual: Getting Started. Check 6 Is the access point operating in IEEE802.11b or IEEE802.11g ...
MX870 series Getting Started - Page 11

Install the Print Head 4 1 2 3 D E F D B A C G Open the Paper Output Tray (A). This is normal operation. • If the Print Head Holder does not move, make sure that the Print Head Holder moves to the next page. • Do not touch the buttons or LCD (E) on .  Go to the installation position. May result in unintended ...
MX870 series Getting Started - Page 13

... and reopen the Scanning Unit (Cover). 4 Install the Print Head 11 Hold the Print Head Lock Lever firmly and lower it completely. • Once you have installed the Print Head, do not remove it in place as shown. • Do not knock the Print Head against the sides of the holder. • Install in a well...
MX870 series Getting Started - Page 14

... the protective film completely. • Handle the ink tanks carefully. Do not push the sides of the ink tank. • If the orange tape remains on the L-shape air hole, ink may splash or the machine may not print properly. • If you touch them . • Be sure to them . 12 Remove...
MX870 series Getting Started - Page 16

... (F) towards the left. 3. May result in the illustration and go to print. Make sure that the Print Head and the ink tanks are correctly installed. • The LCD will turn...machine may make sure that the LCD changes as shown in unintended operation. Load plain paper in the Cassette by referring to "6 Load Paper" on the LCD, make some operating noises when preparing to the next step. ...
MX870 series Getting Started - Page 18

... and stop when it clicks into place. 16 6 Load Paper Insert the Cassette slowly into the machine until it aligns with the corresponding mark of the paper (2). Align the paper to align with the printing side facing down. 4 5 6 7 2 E 1 Load plain paper. Load paper with the actual size of the paper stack does not exceed the line (E). A slight space...
MX870 series Getting Started - Page 19

... on how to handle paper, refer to both edges of the Rear Tray (H). Open it upwards. 3. Load paper in the Rear Tray. Slide the left and right Paper Guides against both edges. Withdraw it . 2. 8 F Prepare the Paper Support (F). 1. Load paper in portrait orientation with the printing side facing up. • Load specialty paper including photo paper in the center...
MX870 series Getting Started - Page 28

...for the Installation □ Necessary Information for USB. The product serial number is located on the right side at the back of the machine. If you can agree to the computer with a USB cable. ... agree, the Extended Survey Program will not be installed. (This has no effect on , the Print Head Holder will move when the Scanning Unit (Cover) (B) is for the User Registration B □ ...
MX870 series Getting Started - Page 51

... the Software (Information)" on the screen in Printers, then click Next. • If the machine is no problem, then click Update. Refer to the printed manual: Network Setup Troubleshooting. When the Setup ...machine is not detected, Check Printer Settings dialog box is no problem, then click Next again on page 54! 7 On the Canon IJ Network Tool screen, select MX870 series in . Make sure...
MX870 series Getting Started - Page 52

... Scanner screen appears, click Register Printer. □ Proceed to the section that relates to your operating system for further installation instructions. v.10.4.11 Go to on page 51. • The alphanumeric characters after Canon MX870 series is the machine's Bonjour service name or MAC address. • If the machine has not been...
MX870 series Getting Started - Page 53

screen appears, click Add. When the Printer List window appears, click Add. • When the You have no printers available. Click More Printers in the Printer Browser window. 12 Install the Software (Network Connection) 51 B Mac OS X v.10.4.11 1 1 2 Select Canon MX870 series and click Add. Go to on page 52. 2 -A Mac OS X v.10.6.x/v.10.5.x Mac OS X v.10.4.11 - 2 -
MX870 series Getting Started - Page 54

When the Register Printer and Scanner screen appears, click Register Scanner. 52 12 Install the Software (Network Connection) 3 3 4 Select Canon IJ Network in the pop-up menu, select Canon MX870 series in the list of printers. Go to the list of printers, then click Add. Make sure that Canon MX870 series is added to .
MX870 series Getting Started - Page 55

Next, read "Install the Software (Information)" on the Register Printer and Scanner screen. Click Next on page 54! 12 Install the Software (Network Connection) 53 4 5 Select Canon MX870 series on the Scan-from-PC Settings screen, then click OK.
MX870 series Getting Started - Page 61

Copying will start. Remove the document after printing. • Hold the Document Cover firmly when closing it because it with a force exceeding 4.4 lb / 2.0 kg. For the procedure to copy on paper other than plain paper, refer to "Copying" in the on it with the Alignment Mark (E). • Do not place objects weighing 4.4 lb / 2.0 kg...
MX870 series Getting Started - Page 62

... Menu, refer to page 57. If you want to print, then click Layout/Print. Easy-PhotoPrint EX starts. If you are using Macintosh, click Print on the Print dialog box to start . 1 2 3 4 A Print Photos from in portrait orientation with the printing side facing up. Make sure that the Paper Output Tray (B) and the Output Tray Extension (C) are based...

Similar Questions

Canon Mx870 . It Will Not Print A Copy Or Print Anything. Paper Comes Out Blank.
The unit sounds like it's doing what its supose to. ie scan light scans paper on platen. ink holder ...
(Posted by simoner2000 9 years ago)
Why Do My Received Faxes On My Mx892 Go Into Memory And Not Print On Paper?
Why do my received faxes on my MX892 go into memory and not print on paper?
(Posted by stuarth2308 10 years ago)
Ask a New Question
Use the box below to post a new question about this Canon product .
Points & Prizes
  • You can earn points for nearly everything you do on HelpOwl.com
  • You can trade in those points for gift cards at leading retailers such as Amazon.com and Walmart
  • It's that simple!
See How it Works
Create a Free Account

Canon Manuals

Find free Canon PIXMA MX870 manuals and user guides available at ManualOwl.com. Try out our unique manual viewer allowing you to interact with manuals from directly within your browser!

Canon Reviews

View thousands of Canon user reviews and customer ratings available at ReviewOwl.com.

Contact Information

Complete Canon customer service contact information including steps to reach representatives, hours of operation, customer support links and more from ContactHelp.com.

Scoreboard Ratings

See detailed Canon customer service rankings, employee comments and much more from our sister site.

Canon Recalls

Find comprehensive Canon recall information updated hourly on RecallOwl.com.