Canon imageCLASS MF4880dw Safety guide

Read this guide first.
Read this guide first.
Please read this guide before operating this product. The remarks for important safety instructions are described in the Basic
Please read this guide before operating this product. The remarks for important safety instructions are described in the Basic
Operation Guide. After you finish reading the Starter Guide, store it in a safe place for future reference.
Operation Guide. After you finish reading the Starter Guide, store it in a safe place for future reference.
Preface
Preface
P.2
Installing the Machine
Installing the Machine
P.4
Configuring and
Configuring and
Connecting the Fax
Connecting the Fax
P. 24
Connecting to a Computer
Connecting to a Computer
and Installing the Drivers
and Installing the Drivers
P.12
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2
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2
Checking the Supplied Accessories
Confirm that all the supplied accessories are contained in the box. If an item is missing or damaged, please contact the Canon
Authorized Service Facilities or the Canon Customer Care Center.
About the LAN and USB cable
The machine does not come with a LAN cable, USB cable,
or a hub. Have cables or a hub ready as needed.
• Please use LAN Cable of Category 5 twisted pair cable or
higher for support.
• When connecting the machine to a 100BASE-TX Ethernet
network, all the devices on the LAN must be compatible
with 100BASE-TX.
Supplied Toner Cartridge
• The included "Canon Cartridge 128 Starter" can print an
average yield of 1,000 sheets*. The average yield of the
replacement toner cartridge differs from the supplied toner
cartridge.
• To purchase replacement toner cartridges:
"Replacement Toner Cartridges" in the e-Manual
* The average yield is based on "ISO/IEC 19752" when printing A4
size paper with the default printing density.
User Software CD-ROM
The User Software CD-ROM contains the MF Drivers, MF
Toolbox, various software, and the e-Manual.*¹
MF Drivers
The MF Driver contains the Network Scan Utility*² (to use
to scan over a network) as well as printer, fax, and scanner
drivers.
MF Toolbox
The MF Toolbox provides a group of commands for you,
such as to open a scanned image in an application, send it
as an e-mail attachment file, and store it on the hard disk.
Miscellaneous Software
The User Software CD-ROM contains Presto! PageManager.
Install it from the [Custom Installation] option.
*1 See "Using the e-Manual" (P.31).
*2 Windows 7/Vista/XP only.
Starter Guide
Sta
Wireless LAN Setting Guide
(MF4890dw/MF4880dw Only)
Basic Operation Guide
Power Cord
User Software CD-ROM
Speed Dial Label
Limited Warranty Notice
Telephone Cable
Machine Unit
Registration Card
The toner cartridge is already installed.

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Checking the Supplied Accessories
Included Documents
Printed Manuals
Sta
This manual
Starter Guide
This manual describes the
configuration and software
installation.
Wireless LAN Setting Guide
(MF4890dw/MF4880dw Only)
This manual explains the wireless
LAN setup procedures and
troubleshooting during the setup.
Basic Operation Guide
This manual describes the basic use of
the machine.
Manuals Included in the CD-ROM
e-Manual
This manual explains all the features of the machine,
and is categorized by subject. For details about using
the e-Manual, see “Using the e-Manual” (P.31).
Preface Installing the Machine
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Connecting to a Computer and Installing the Drivers
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Configuring and Connecting the Fax
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4
Removing the Packing Materials
Remove all the packing materials, such as orange tape. Packing materials may change in form or placement, or may be added or
removed without prior notice.
Establishing an Installation Site
= 4" (100 mm)
MF4890dw
31 1/4" (793 mm)
24 5/8" (626 mm)
29 1/4" (741 mm)
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MF4880dw
31 1/4" (793 mm)
24 5/8" (626 mm)
28 1/2" (723 mm)
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MF4770n
29 3/4" (755 mm)
24 5/8" (626 mm)
28 1/2" (723 mm) ★
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Do not remove
this packing
material yet.
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Removing the Packing Materials
Proper Handling
Hold here.
Hold here.
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Connecting to a Computer and Installing the Drivers
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Configuring and Connecting the Fax
4
Do not place the machine near the following:
• Alcohol, paint thinner, or other flammable substances ▶If flammable substances come into contact with electrical
parts inside the machine, this may result in a fire or electrical shock.
• Any medical equipment ▶Radio wave emitted from this machine may interfere with medical equipment.
• Surfaces that are unstable, subject to excessive vibration, objects that could block the ventilation slot, dampness
or dust, in direct sunlight or exposed to the elements, subject to high temperatures, open flames, and poor
ventilation ▶Installing the machine in locations with these characteristics may result in personal injury, fire, or
electric shock.
Ozone from the Unit
Although ozone is generated from the machine during operation, it does not have any affect on the human body.
However, if you intend to use the machine for long periods of time, ensure that the installation location is well
ventilated for a comfortable working environment.
Check!
Are all the packing materials removed?
Tape Packing Material with tape Packing Material
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6
Preparing the Toner Cartridge
1
2
Protrusions
Left Side
Right Side
The plastic part
is also a packing
material. Be sure
to remove it.
2
1
The length of the tape is
approximately 20" (50 cm).
1
5
910
6
2
Protrusions
Fit the protrusions on each side of the toner cartridge,
and then slide the toner cartridge into the machine.

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Preparing the Toner Cartridge
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Connecting to a Computer and Installing the Drivers
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Configuring and Connecting the Fax
4
Shake 5 to 6 times.
Place on a flat surface.
1
2
Check!
Are all the packing materials removed?
Sealing tape
Packing material
with a sheet
Packing materials
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3
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4
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Loading Paper
Loading Paper Other than Letter Size
The procedure here is for loading Letter size paper. To load paper other than Letter size, such as Legal or
Statement, see “Loading Paper Other than Letter Size” (P.29) after finishing the initial settings.
Adjust the paper guides tightly to
the width and length of the paper.
Spread the paper guides a little wider
than the width and length of the paper.
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Loading Paper
Use the paper stopper when printing.
Pull out the paper stopper to prevent the paper
from falling out of the output tray.
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Connecting to a Computer and Installing the Drivers
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Configuring and Connecting the Fax
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Push out the output tray extension, and then pull it out.
Lift the paper stopper.
Check!
Make sure that the paper
stack does not exceed the
load limit guide.
Load Limit Guide
Push until the edge of the paper stack meets
the back of the paper cassette.
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Use wireless LAN to
connect computer?
(Can config. later.)
NoYes
Connecting the Power Cord
• Press [◀] or [▶] to move the
cursor to the left and right.
• Press [▲] or [▼] to change
the numeric value, or AM/
PM.
The factory default settings for time
display is set as 12-Hour.
Current Time Set.
01/01/2012 12:52 AM
(0:00-12:59)
OFF
Do not connect the USB cable.
Connect the cable when installing the software.
Make sure
that the
machine is
turned OFF.
Language
English
French
Portuguese
Spanish
Select Country/Region
United States (US)
Canada (CA)
Brazil (BR)
Mexico (MX)
Press [▲] or [▼] to highlight a
language, and then press [OK].
Enter the date and time, and then press [OK]. Select a connection method.
(MF4890dw/MF4880dw only)
Press [▲] or [▼] to highlight a
region, and then press [OK].
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Connecting the Power Cord
Current Time Set.
Must rechg. battery
for 24 hrs. to save
time settings.
After turning main
Connect to the computer via a
wireless LAN immediately.
Start from step 3on P.4 in the
Wireless LAN Setting Guide.
Proceed to the next step.
Select <No> also when you connect to
the computer via a wireless LAN later.
NO
Yes
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Connecting to a Computer and Installing the Drivers
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Configuring and Connecting the Fax
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Confirm the screen,
and then press [OK].
ON
Open toner cover;see
if orange packing
material is removed.
Next
Check that tape/tabs
are removed from
toner cartridge.
Next
Check that paper is
loaded in Drawer 1.
Next
Press [OK].
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Connect to the computer
via a wired LAN
Proceed to the next page.
Connect to the computer
via a USB cable
Proceed to the next page.
Do not connect to PC
Proceed to “Configuring
the Fax” (P.24).

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Connecting to the Computer
Check! Choosing the Method to Connect the Machine to the Computer
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 Macintosh P.15
You can connect the machine to the computer
through a wired router. Use the LAN cables to
connect the machine to the wired router (or hub).
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.
LAN Cable
Wired Router
Connecting via a USB Macintosh P. 21
You can connect the machine to the computer using
a USB cable. USB Cable
Connecting via a Wireless LAN See "Wireless LAN Setting Guide"
(MF4890dw/MF4880dw Only)
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 (or access point) which supports
IEEE802.11b/g/n is required.
Wireless Router
(Access Point)
If you do not sure whether your router is wired or wireless:
See the instruction manual provided with your network device, or contact the manufacturer.
Windows P.13
Windows P. 19
If you are looking to install your new device via a Wireless Network connection, you can find a video and
written guides with step-by-step instruction to assist you through the process from the following URL:
www.usa.canon.com/WirelessHelp
Viewing these guides will ensure a smooth setup of the device into your existing wireless environment.

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Connecting to the Computer
Are the computer and the router (or hub) properly
connected using a LAN cable?
For details, see the instruction manual provided with your
network device, or contact the manufacturer.
Have the network settings on the computer been
complete?
If the computer is not properly configured, you may not
use the wired LAN connection even after completing the
following settings.
NOTE
• You cannot connect both the wired LAN and wireless
LAN at the same time.
• When you connect to a network environment that
is not security protected, your personal information
could be disclosed to third parties. Please use
caution.
• If you connect through a LAN in the office, contact
your network administrator.
If the IP address on this machine has been changed:
If the machine is on the same subnet as the computer,
the connection is maintained.
* If you want to manually configure the IP address:
If you have set a static IP address to the IP address of the
computer, manually configure a static IP Address.
"Setting the IP Address" in the e-Manual
Wait for approximately 2 minutes.
The IP address will be automatically configured.*
Router
(or Hub)
LAN Cable
Internet Router
LAN Cable
1Wired LAN Connection
Check the following first.
2Wired LAN Connection
Connect the LAN cable.
The machine does not come with a LAN cable, router, or a hub. Have LAN Cable of Category 5 twisted pair cable or
higher ready.
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Connecting to a Computer and Installing the Drivers
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Configuring and Connecting the Fax
4
Windows
Windows

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Connecting to the Computer
3Wired LAN Connection
Install the software.
Install the MF Drivers and the MF Toolbox. Make sure that the machine is turned ON, and log on to Windows as a
user with administrative privileges. Shut down all applications that are running. See the e-Manual for details about
installation.
NOTE
• If you are operating in the IPv6 environment, you may not install the software following the procedures below. See “Installing
the MF Drivers on the WSD Network” in the e-Manual.
• You may not use the scan function in the IPv6 environment.


Follow the instructions
on the screen to continue.
Computer connection via the
wired LAN is now complete.
◀
◀
Select
Select
✔
✔
◀
◀
Click!
Click!
Click!
Click!
▶
▶
• Take the CD-ROM out, if necessary.
• Printer, fax, scanner drivers and MF Toolbox
will be installed.
• Select [Custom Installation] to install Presto!
PageManager and the e-Manual.
If the screen is not correctly displayed:
• Windows XP/Server 2003
[Start] Menu →[Run] →enter [D:\MInst.exe*]
→[OK]
• Windows Vista/7/Server 2008
[Start] Menu →[Search programs and files]
(or [Start Search]) →enter [D:\MInst.exe*] →
press the [Enter] key
* The CD-ROM drive name is indicated as "D:" in this
manual.
◀
◀
Click!
Click!

User Software CD-ROM
▲
Proceed to P.24
to configure the fax.
Windows

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Connecting to the Computer
Are the computer and the router (or hub) properly
connected using a LAN cable?
For details, see the instruction manual provided with your
network device, or contact the manufacturer.
Has the network settings on the computer been
complete?
If the computer is not properly configured, you may not
use the wired LAN connection even after completing the
following settings.
NOTE
• You cannot connect both the wired LAN and wireless
LAN at the same time.
• When you connect to a network environment that
is not security protected, your personal information
could be disclosed to third parties. Please use
caution.
• If you connect through a LAN in the office, contact
your network administrator.
If the IP address on this machine has been changed:
If the machine is on the same subnet as the computer,
the connection is maintained.
* If you want to manually configure the IP address:
If you have set a static IP address to the IP address of the
computer, manually configure a static IP Address.
"Setting the IP Address" in the e-Manual
Wait for approximately 2 minutes.
The IP address will be automatically configured.*
Router
(or Hub)
LAN Cable
Internet Router
LAN Cable
1Wired LAN Connection
Check the following first.
2Wired LAN Connection
Connect the LAN cable.
The machine does not come with a LAN cable, router, or a hub. Have LAN Cable of Category 5 twisted pair cable or
higher ready.
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Connecting to a Computer and Installing the Drivers
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Configuring and Connecting the Fax
4
Macintosh
Macintosh

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Connecting to the Computer

3Wired LAN Connection
Install the software.
Install the MF drivers for Macintosh. It requires Mac OS X 10.5.8 version or later. The installation screen varies
depending on the version of Mac OS X.


• Depending on the system environment, the
dialog box may not be displayed. In this case,
proceed to next step.
• Installing the drivers is now complete.
Continued with registratiion operations on the
desktop.
This operation is for Macintosh. If using Windows, proceed to P.14.
◀
◀
Click!
Click!
◀
◀
Enter
Enter
◀
◀
Click!
Click!


Insert the User Software CD-ROM and
double-click the CD-ROM icon.
▲
◀
◀
Double-click!
Double-click!
▼
▼
▼
▼
◀
◀
Click!
Click!
◀
◀
Click!
Click!
▼
Follow the instructions
on the screen to continue.
Macintosh

17
Connecting to the Computer
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Connecting to a Computer and Installing the Drivers
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Configuring and Connecting the Fax
4

◀
◀
Click!
Click!

• [IPP (Internet Printing Protocol)] is not supported.

Select a printer name for which [Bonjour] is
displayed in the [Kind] or [Connection] column.

If you are using Mac OS X 10.5.x, select the
corresponding driver from [Print Using].
• An IP address is automatically configured
by the Bonjour function. If there is not the
Bonjour function or you want to set the
IP address manually, see “Setting the IP
Address” in the e-Manual.
Connecting with the manual setting
◀
◀


Select
Select
◀
◀


Select
Select
◀
◀


Click!
Click!
◀
◀


Click!
Click!
◀
◀
Enter
Enter
◀
◀
Select
Select
◀
◀
Click!
Click!
▼
▼
▼
◀
◀
Select
Select
Proceed to P.18
• If you are using Mac OS X 10.5.8, click [+],
select [CanonMF4800] or [CanonMF4700]
from the dialog box displayed, and then
proceed to next step..
◀
◀
Click!
Click!
◀
◀
Select
Select
▼

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Connecting to the Computer
• If you are using Mac OS X 10.5.x,
select [Select a driver to use] and the
corresponding driver from [Print Using], and
then click [Add].
▼
◀
◀
Click!
Click!
Computer connection via the
wired LAN is now complete.
Proceed to P.24
to configure the fax.

◀
◀


Click!
Click!
◀
◀


Check that this
Check that this
machine is added.
machine is added.
Macintosh

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Connecting to the Computer
1USB Connection
Install the software.
Install the MF Drivers and the MF Toolbox. Make sure that the machine is turned ON, and log on to Windows as a
user with administrative privileges. Shut down all applications that are running. See the e-Manual for details about
installation.

Do not connect the USB cable yet.
Connect the USB cable after installing the MF Drivers and the MF Toolbox.
If you already connected the USB cable:
Windows 7: 0Disconnect the USB cable from the computer, 1and then
proceed to step .
Windows Vista/XP: 0If the dialog box on the right appears, disconnect the
USB cable from the computer*, 1click [Cancel], 2and then proceed to
step .
* If the USB cable is disconnected and the dialog box disappears, proceed to step .For Windows Vista/XP

• Printer, fax, scanner drivers and MF Toolbox
will be installed.
• Select [Custom Installation] to install Presto!
PageManager and the e-Manual.
If the screen is not correctly displayed:
• Windows XP/Server 2003
[Start] Menu →[Run] →enter [D:\MInst.exe*]
→[OK]
• Remove the CD-ROM, if necessary.
Follow the instructions
on the screen to continue.
◀
◀
Select
Select
✔
✔
◀
◀
Click!
Click!
◀
◀
Click!
Click!

User Software CD-ROM
▲
• Windows Vista/7/Server 2008
[Start] Menu →[Search programs and files]
(or [Start Search]) →enter [D:\MInst.exe*] →
press the [Enter] key
* The CD-ROM drive name is indicated as "D:" in this
manual.
Proceed to P.20
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Connecting to a Computer and Installing the Drivers
3
Configuring and Connecting the Fax
4
Windows

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Connecting to the Computer
Remove this.
Flat Connector
Connect to the computer.
Computer connection via the USB is now complete.
2 USB Connection
Connect the USB cable.
After installing the software, such as MF Driver, connect the USB cable. Make sure the software is installed first.
Square Connector
Connect to the machine.
Proceed to P.24 to configure the fax.
Windows