This article also applies to the PIXMA MX439.

How to perform the wireless LAN setup using WPS connection (Macintosh)

Read Me First

- Before performing the wireless setup

Regarding the preparations and the procedures for using the printer in a wireless connection, refer to [ The necessary environment and the procedures for using the printer in a wireless connection ].

Wireless Setup Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)

IMPORTANT

• Quit all applications before installation.
• Internet connection may be required during the installation. Connection fees apply.

Screens are based on Mac OS X v.10.7. Actual screens may differ depending on the OS version.

1. Insert the CD-ROM into the computer.
   
   
   
   IMPORTANT: If the USB cable is already connected, unplug it. If a message appears on the computer, click Cancel.
   
   
2. 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.
   
   
   
   REFERENCE:
   If the CD-ROM folder does not open automatically, double-click the CD-ROM icon on the desktop.
   
   If you do not know your administrator name or password, click the help button, then follow the on-screen instructions.
   
   
   
3. Click Next.
   
   
   
   IMPORTANT: The Setup Guide will launch in a window on the computer screen (as shown below in step 4). The Setup Guide includes instructions to set up the printer in WPS mode. Follow the instructions on each Setup Guide window pressing the appropriate buttons on the printer's operation panel. Then click the Next button to proceed to the next Setup Guide window. Go to step 4.
   
   
4. At step 1-1 (Connection Method Selection), click Wireless Connection.
   
   
   
   
5. At step 1-2 (Preparation for Connection), ensure the printer is powered on and then click Next on the Setup Guide window.
   
   
   
   
6. At step 2-1 (Printer Setup), click Next.
   
   
   
   
7. At step 2-2 (Printer Setup), press the Setup button on the printer and then click Next.
   
   
   
   
8. At step 2-3 (Printer Setup), press the left or right arrow to select Device settings, press the OK button and then click Next.
   
   
   
   
9. At step 2-4 (Printer Setup), press the left or right arrow to select LAN settings, press the OK button and then click Next.
   
   
   
   
10. At step 2-5 (Printer Setup), press the left or right arrow to select Wireless LAN setup, press the OK button and then click Next.
    
    
    
    
11. The printer will automatically search for WPS enabled access point / wireless router.
    
    
    
    
1. If the above left message (Press WPS button about...) appears on your printer, click Push Button Method on the Setup Guide window.
   
   
   
   
2. Now go to the step 12.
   
   

1. If the above right message (Wireless LAN setup) appears, click Other Methods on the Setup Guide window. and then go to the step step (xx).
   
   
   
2. Then go to the step step 14.

REFERENCE

If another message appears, refer to Troubleshooting on the right.

12. At step 4-1 (Connection Using WPS) window, locate the WPS button on the access point / wireless router, then press and hold it for about 5 seconds. Now press the OK button on the printer and then click Next on the Setup Guide.
    
    
    
    
13. At step 4-2 (Connection Using WPS) window, confirm Connected appears on the printer's display, press OK and then click Next. Then go to step 19.
    If another message appears, refer to Troubleshooting on the right.
    
    
    
    
14. At step 3-2 (Setup Procedure Selection) window, click WPS.
    
    
    
    
15. At step 4-1 (Connection Using WPS) window, press the left or right arrow to select WPS, press the OK button and then click Next.
    
    
    
    
16. At step 4-2 (Connection Using WPS) window, press the left or right arrow to select Push Button Method, press the OK button and then click Next.
    
    
    
    
17. At step 4-3 (Connection Using WPS) window, locate the WPS button on the access point / wireless router, then press and hold it for about 5 seconds. Now press the OK button on the printer and then click Next on the Setup Guide.
    
    
    
    
18. At step 4-4 (Connection Using WPS) window, confirm Connected appears on the printer's display, press OK and then click Next.
    If another message appears, refer to Troubleshooting on the right. Then go to step 19.
    
    
    
    
19. When Completion of Connection window appears, click Next. Now, install the software.
    
    

Install the Software (Information)

Let's perform the software installation.

1. Click Next.
   
   
   
   Follow any on-screen instructions to proceed with the software installation.
   
   
2. Click Add Printer.
   
    
   
   REFERENCE:
   The alphanumeric characters after Canon xxx series is the machine's Bonjour service name or MAC address.
   If the machine is not detected, make sure of the following.
   - The machine is turned on.
   - The firewall function of any security software is turned off.
   - The computer is connected to the access point.
   
   REFERENCE:
   XXX: xxx refers to the model name you are using.
   
   
3. Select Canon xxx series Canon IJ Network and click Add.
   
   
   
   CAUTION:
   If you will be installing the Canon printer driver on Mac OS X and using the printer through a network connection, you can select [Bonjour] or [Canon IJ Network] in the [Add Printer] dialog.
   If [Bonjour] is selected, remaining ink level messages may differ from those indicated by [Canon IJ Network].
   Canon recommends you to use [Canon IJ Network] for printing.
   
   
4. Click Next.
   
   
   
   
5. Click Next.
   
   
   
   
   - Important Information for the Installation
   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.)
   
   
   When the [Test Print] window is displayed
   
   
   
   Test printing will be performed to check the printer's operation.
   Load plain paper into the printer and click [Execute].
   After test printin, click [Next].
   
   To skip test printing, click [Next] instead of [Execute].
   
   
6. Click Exit to complete the installation.
   Remove the Setup CD-ROM and keep it in a safe place.
   
   
   
   
7. Solution Menu EX starts.
   
   
   
   The end of the procedure of the wireless LAN setup.