Canon MAXIFY MB5020 User manual

Installing Your Multifunction to
Additional Computers on Your Network
MAXIFY MB5020
Windows OS
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Installing Your Multifunction to
Additional Computers on Your Network
MAXIFY MB5020
Windows OS
Preparing to Connect My Multifunction to My Network 3
Network Requirements 3
Notes on Wireless Connection 4
Setting up the Network Connection 5
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Preparing to Connect the Multifunction
To the Network
Network Requirements
Before connecting the machine to the network, make sure that configuration of the computer and access point or router is
complete, and that the computer is connected to the network.
Wireless Connection
Before connecting the machine to the network, the computer needs to be connected to the network. Make sure that
configuration of the computer and access point or router is complete.
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Preparing to Connect the Multifunction
To the Network
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Notes on Network Connection
•The configuration, router functions, setup procedures and security settings of
the network device vary depending on your system environment. For details,
refer to your device's instruction manual or contact its manufacturer.
•In an office setup, consult your network administrator
•If you connect to a network that is not protected with security measures, there
is a risk of disclosing data such as your personal information to a third party.
•Place the machine and computer on the same network segment.

Software Installation
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.
Installation time varies depending on the computer environment or the number of application software to be installed.
Setting Up the Network Connection
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IMPORTANT
•Log on as the administrator (or a member of the Administrators group).
•Quit all running applications before installation.
•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.
•If the firewall function of your security software is turned on, a warning message may appear that Canon software is attempting to access
the network. If such a warning message appears, set the security software to always allow access.

Setting Up the Network Connection
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If your MB5020 has already been set up on your wireless network, it is only necessary to install the software on the additional computer(s).
The printer does not have to be reset and no additional settings need to be made.
To begin the setup procedure, insert the Setup CD-ROM into your computer.* Setup will start automatically.
*If you don’t have or cannot use the Setup CD-ROM, follow the steps below to start the setup.
•Download the software (click the link to download)
•Double-click the downloaded .exe file.
Click Next on the initial screen

Setting Up the Network Connection
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Continue following on-screen instructions. On the Printers on Network List, select your printer (its serial number will be listed in the Serial
Number column) and click Next.

Installing the Drivers & Software
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Continue following on-screen instructions. On the Software Installation List, select *software to install and click Next.
*MP Drivers is required and cannot be deselected. We recommend installing Quick Toolbox to take full advantage of the printer’s
features.

Installing the Drivers & Software
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Continue following on-screen instructions.
When the Setup Completion dialog box appears, click Complete.
At this point, setup of the printer and network is complete. Continue to follow any remaining on-screen instructions to finish and exit
the setup program.