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kenneth warner Posted on Mar 08, 2015
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Could I please have the instructions for connecting a pixma mx472 series printer/scanner

How to connect the wireless printer to the computer

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Feb 02, 2008

SOURCE: pixma mp600r scanning setup

Try turning off the windows firewall.
If that works, then add the Canon scanner app to the list of applications that are allowed through the firewall, then turn the firewall back on again.

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  • Posted on May 21, 2008

SOURCE: All in One Scanner/Printer problems

Go to this link and type "cannot communicate with scanner" in the search box. Click Search. Then select the "ERROR: Cannot communicate with scanner" link. You will see several things to try to correct your problem. Usually, this error shows up if there is another USB device connected which prevents the computer from "seeing" the scanner, even though it can print without problem. So do try to disconnect any other USB device (except mouse or keyboard) and reboot the system.

Doxola

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  • Posted on Jan 26, 2010

SOURCE: is a canon Pixma MP160 a wireless printer

Per the information found here, it is not a wireless printer.
If you purchase a wireless print server (similar to a wireless router), you can connect just about any USB printer to it (which would be practically the same as having a wireless printer).
Some wireless print servers that support USB have a maximum of 2 USB ports and 4 or 5 network ports.
The only problem is the additional effort it takes to configure everything to work properly.
Good Luck!

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jun 12, 2010

SOURCE: Cannot coonect SCANNER (HP Officejet 6500 wireless) to my Windows

I have seen alot of problem/posts concerning HP AIO's and software issues. Typically some of the functions won't work or not recognized by solution center. Try a complete uninstall of all associated printer software, run registry cleaner if you have it, restart, then try completely uninstalling your Antivirus/firewall software. I have seen that just disabling Antivirus/firewall still causes faulty installations. Now, reinstall your printer software/drivers and connect cables only when told to do so. Some reason the AV/FW software blocks some of the AIO's apps from completely installing.

Hope this works...Good Luck!

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jan 16, 2011

SOURCE: Canon MP 640 not recognized by MP Navigator EX 3.0

Your anti virus software is blocking the Canon software. Restore AV default settings.

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Where can I get the download for a scanner driver for my canon mx472
Canon support will have the drivers that are available for the Pixma MX472 here: https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/support/details/printers/inkjet-multifunction/mx-series-inkjet/mx472/pixma-mx472?cm_sp=CSO-_-PFListing-_-MX472 . You will probably want the full software and driver package to ensure that you can use all of the features of the all-in-one. This package will include all of the Canon software. It doesn't have any third-party software that may have come on the installation CD.

If you previously connected the MX472 to your computer and Microsoft found some drivers, remove the drivers and disconnect the USB cable before you install the software from the above site. Frequently, the drivers found by Windows Update are only the basic printer drivers.

I hope this helps.

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How do I scan to my Toshiba laptop. It tells me I am not hooked up to my computer. I can send docs to printer but do not know how to use the scanner.
First how is the computer connected to the printer (USB or wireless)? Next did you install the full software for the printer or just the basic driver? The software is available from http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/products/printers_multifunction/office_all_in_one_inkjet_printers/pixma_mx472#DriversAndSoftware . What OS are you using? What firewall software do you have installed?

First, if you are using a USB cable, try a new cable of less than 6' in length.Try a different USB port and a direct connection if you use a USB hub. Scanning requires bi-directional communication between the computer and the MX472. Printing doesn't need the same level of two-way communication.

For a wireless connection, you'll need to ensure that your firewall allows for the bi-directional communication on all of the relevant ports.

Next launch the IJ Scan Utility software. This is how the Canon all-in-one talks to the computer. Put your document/picture on the scanner glass face down. Select the Scan from Computer tab; it's the first tab. Try scanning manually after setting the desired scan software, scan DPI and destination. See http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/products/printers_multifunction/office_all_in_one_inkjet_printers/pixma_mx472?pageKeyCode=ekbresults&CONFIGURATION=1011&PARTITION_ID=1&secureFlag=false&mType=PIXMA%20MX&mName=PIXMA%20MX472&TIMEZONE_OFFSET=&USERTYPE=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&ARTICLE_ID=53332 for some details on these settings. This manual scan will work with any connection type between the computer and the printer, if the ports are not blocked by a firewall.

If you wish to use the Scan from the Operation Panel option, you need to have a USB connection between the computer and the MX472. You also can't set this from the Image Garden software if you launch that first. After doing your first manual scan and getting the initial settings, select the Scan from Operation Panel tab. Set the Auto-Scan options as per your initial scan settings. Click OK to save the settings. Now, try launching the scan from the LCD panel or Scan button on the all-in-one.

I hope this helps. If you are using a network connection, please add a comment with the firewall software for details on how to allow the scanner to communicate to the computer.

Cindy Wells
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I have scanned documents and photos before, but now I get a message that the scanner is turned off and the USB cable is not connected.
Did you try to connect it to another USB port?
If you connected scanner and it's on, might be a problem with the driver of the scanner.
It you are using it under Windows, try RESTORE SYSTEM to a point when scanner still worked.
If you are not familiar with Programs at Start menu, you can find System Restrore in C:\Windows\system32\restore\rstrui.exe
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How do i set up my printer with out a dic
Download and install the drivers from a Canon website.
Canon Support Drivers PIXMA MX472
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What does error code 9500 mean? Why has it stoped working?
Here Canon PIXMA Manuals MX470 series 9500
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How do I scan from a canon mx472 to aMac Pro?
Hello there
If you go to this webpage you can download the manuals you need and save to the computer for future use:
Canon Consumer Home Office PIXMA MX472
Hope this is helpful, if so would you please register that with Fixya
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Wednesday, January 14 I got and receive my printer Canon . When I first setup my Pixma MX472 and it work perfectly, but the next morning it said PRINTER WAS OFFLINE OR PRINTER NOT RECOGNIZE. I HAVE
"it said"? What said?
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I bought a PIXMA MX 472 - Disk in package for set up is foe Windows onlly. I have a Macbook Pro. Where do I get the compatible disk?
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PIXMA MX 472 Software for Mac
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Just bought a Canon MX472 wireless printer and can not connect to my computer
The installation CD you got with the printer will find the printer. However on the printer you have to set it up on your wifi 1st so they are on the same network when the software is looking for it. So go to the printer 1st hit the menu...select network...select scan for networks...select your router...enter your router security code...it will say connected if you done it right....then go to your pc load the software when it ask USB or WIFI select WIFI "wireless" it will then look for your printer
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