Installing the MG8120 / MG8120B drivers (Mac)

Article ID: ART133226 | Date published: 05/12/2015 | Date last updated: 08/15/2015
 

Description

This article will help you install the software so you can print and scan.

Solution

Install the MP Drivers

Do not connect the USB cable yet.

To use the machine by connecting it to a computer, software including the drivers needs to be copied (installed) to the computer's hard disk. The installation process takes about 20 minutes. (The installation time varies depending on the computer environment or the number of application software to be installed.)

Important:
  • Quit all running applications before installation.
  • Log on as the administrator (or a member of the Administrators group).
  • Do not switch users during the installation process.
  • Internet connection may be required during the installation. Connection fees may apply. Consult the internet service provider.
  • It may be necessary to restart your computer during the installation process. Follow the on-screen instructions and do not remove the Setup CD-ROM during restarting.
    The installation resumes once your computer has restarted.

  1. Press the ON button (A) to TURN OFF THE MACHINE.
    Operating noise may continue for up to 25 seconds until the machine turns off.

    Important: Do NOT connect the USB cable to the computer and the machine yet. If you have already connected the cable, disconnect it now.



  2. Turn on the computer, then insert the Setup CD-ROM into the CDROM drive.



  3. Double-click the Setup icon of the CD-ROM folder to proceed to the following screen. Enter your administrator name and password, then click OK.


    1. If the CD-ROM folder does not open automatically, double-click the CD-ROM icon on the desktop.
    2. If you do not know your administrator name or password, click the help button , then follow the on-screen instructions.

  4. Click Easy Install.
    The drivers, application software, and on-screen manuals are installed.

    Note: If you want to select particular items to install, click Custom Install.



  5. Click Install.



  6. Select Use the printer via USB, then click Next.
    Follow any on-screen instructions to proceed with the software installation.


  7. Important Information for the Installation
    • USB Port


      • When the Printer Connection screen appears, connect the machine to the computer with a USB cable.
      • After connecting the cable, TURN ON THE MACHINE.
      • The USB Port is located on the right side at the back of the machine. The lower port is for USB.

    • Necessary Information for the User Registration


      • When the serial number is not displayed on the registration screen automatically, input the serial number located inside the machine (as shown in the illustration).

        Important: If the power is on, the Print Head Holder will move when the Scanning Unit (Cover) (B) is opened.

    • - If the Extended Survey Program screen appears


      • If you can agree to Extended Survey Program, click Agree.
      • If you click Do not agree, the Extended Survey Program will not be installed. (This has no effect on the machine's functionality.)

  8. Click Exit to complete the installation.
    It is necessary to restart the computer before scanning using the Operation Panel on the machine for the first time.



  9. Solution Menu EX starts when clicking OK in the Canon Solution Menu EX dialog.



  10. Remove the Setup CD-ROM and keep it in a safe place.

    Note: The buttons displayed on Solution Menu EX may vary depending on the country or region of purchase.

 

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