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Connecting to the Computer

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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

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You can connect the machine to the computer

through a wired router. Use the LAN cables to

connect the machine to the wired router.

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

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You can connect the machine to the computer using

a USB cable.

USB Cable

Connecting via a Wireless LAN

See “Wireless LAN Setting Guide”

You can connect the machine to the computer

through a wireless router

*

. Since it is connected

wireless, no LAN cables are needed.

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A wireless router which supports IEEE 802.11b/g/n is required.

Wireless Router

If you are not sure whether your router is wired or wireless:

See the instruction manual provided with your network device, or contact the manufacturer.

NOTE

You can find a video and written guides which will ensure a smooth setup of the machine into your existing wireless

environment at:

www.usa.canon.com/WirelessHelp

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Windows

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