How to Change Your Wi-Fi Password on a Canon Printer
If you’ve recently changed your Wi-Fi network name or password, your Canon printer will need to reconnect using the updated credentials. Follow this step-by-step guide to ensure a smooth reconnection.
Step 1: Prepare Your Credentials
Before starting, make sure you have your new Wi-Fi network name and password handy. You’ll need these to reconnect your printer successfully.
Step 2: Reset the Printer’s Wi-Fi Settings
- Turn on the Printer: Ensure your printer is powered on.
- Reset Wi-Fi Settings: Press and hold the Wi-Fi button until the power light flashes once. Once it flashes, release the button. This resets the printer’s Wi-Fi settings, allowing it to search for your new network.
Method A: Using WPS
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) allows for a quick connection between your printer and router.
- Press the Wi-Fi button: On the printer, press and hold the Wi-Fi button until the power lamp flashes.
- Activate WPS on Your Router: Within two minutes, press the WPS button on your router.
- Wait for Connection: The printer will connect to the network. When the light stops flashing and stays solid, the connection is successful.
Method B: Using the Canon Mobile App
If you prefer using your mobile device, the Canon Print Inkjet/SELPHY app can facilitate the connection.
- Download the App: Install the Canon Print Inkjet/SELPHY app from the iOS App Store or Google Play Store.
- Open the App: Launch the app on your mobile device.
- Add Printer: Click on ‘Add Printer’.
- Setup: Select ‘Setup’ and follow the on-screen instructions to connect your printer to your Wi-Fi network.
Method C: Via Computer Standard Setup
If you’re more comfortable using a computer, follow these steps for a standard setup.
- Download the Wireless Setup Utility: Visit Canon’s support website to download the wireless setup utility.
- Connect Printer via USB: Temporarily connect your printer to your computer using a USB cable.
- Run the Utility: Open the downloaded utility and follow the prompts.
- Select Wi-Fi Network: Choose your new Wi-Fi network and enter the updated password.
Step 3: Confirm the Connection
Once you’ve completed any of the methods above, confirm that your printer is connected to the Wi-Fi network. You can often do this through the printer’s control panel or by printing a network configuration page.
Changing your printer’s Wi-Fi settings may seem daunting, but by following these straightforward methods, you’ll have your Canon printer reconnected in no time.
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