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Before You Start Using This Printer
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Connecting to a Computer
This section describes how to connect the printer to a computer or network.
Use a USB cable to connect to the computer as USB is supported as standard in
this printer. By installing an optional network board, the printer can be connected
directly to the network by a LAN cable.
Using a USB Cable
Connect the printer to the computer in which the USB port is equipped with a USB
cable.
WARNING
When unplugging the USB cable while the power switch is turned ON, do not
touch the metal part of the connector. This may result in an electrical shock.
IMPORTANT
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Inserting or unplugging the USB cable is possible even while the computer or printer is
turned ON. However, do not insert or unplug a USB cable in the following situations. It
may result in a computer glitch.
- While the computer operating system is starting up immediately after the computer is
turned ON
- When printing is taking place
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After unplugging the USB cable when the computer or printer is ON, wait for 5 seconds
or longer before inserting the cable again. Inserting the cable immediately after
unplugging it may result in a computer or printer glitch.
NOTE
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The appropriate USB interface differs depending on the operation system of the
connected computer as follows. For more details, contact your local authorized Canon
dealer.
- Windows 98/Me: USB Full-Speed (USB1.1 equivalent)
- Windows 2000/XP: USB 2.0 Hi-Speed/USB Full-Speed (USB1.1 equivalent)
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When using a USB cable with this printer, connect to a computer that provides certified
USB operation.