Canon imageCLASS MF5960dn - Manual (Page 18)

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Select from the following three methods, depending on your environment and devices.
If you are not sure whether the router or access point you are using supports wireless LAN or wired LAN, see the
instruction manual provided with the network device you are using, or contact the manufacturer.
• LAN (Local Area Network)
It is a system that enables the sharing of information by connecting multiple devices such as computers that are within a
limited area, such as a single room or inside the same building, using cables or wireless communication (radio waves).
• Wireless LAN
It is a network that connects multiple devices using wireless communication (radio waves) without using cables. Generally,
it connects to the network using a relay device called a wireless LAN router or access point.
Explanation of Terminology
Connecting to Wireless LAN
Wireless LAN
Connect using wireless communication (radio frequency)
without using a cable.
You need this
Wireless LAN router
or
access point
Connecting to Wired LAN P. 19
Wired LAN
Connect them using a LAN cable.
You need this
Router
or
hub
LAN cable
• Windows
Installing the USB connection P. 22
• Macintosh
Installing the software P. 25
Connecting via a USB Cable
Connect them using a USB cable.
USB cable
You need this
Use the same procedure for both Window and Macintosh.
For details, see the Wireless LAN Setting Guide for a
separate volume.
Use the same procedure for both Window and Macintosh.
* A wireless LAN or access point that supports IEEE802.11 (b/g or n) is required.
* Check to make sure that there is a free port for connecting the machine or the
computer you use to the router or hub.
* Use a Category 5 or higher twisted pair cable for the LAN.
Selecting the method for connecting to the machine
The wireless LAN function is available only for MF5950dw.