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<< Previous Next >> Installing Your Multifunction to Additional Computers on Your Network PIXMA MG5420 Windows OS Preparing to Connect My Multifunction To My Network Network Requirements Notes on Wireless Connection Using the Machine from Additional Computers 3 3 4 5 2
Preparing to Connect My Multifunction To My Network << Previous Next >> Network Requirements Before connecting the machine to the network, make sure that configuration of the computer and access point or router is complete, and that the computer is connected to the network. Wireless Connection Before connecting the machine to the network, the computer needs to be connected to the network. Make sure that configuration of the computer and access point or router is complete.
Preparing to Connect My Multifunction To My Network << Previous Next >> An "Ad-hoc connection," which establishes a direct connection to the computer over a wireless connection without using an access point, is not supported. A router or access point is required for your printer to be used on a wireless network. Notes on Network Connection • The configuration, router functions, setup procedures and security settings of the network device vary depending on your system environment.
Using the Machine from Additional Computers << Previous Next >> Software Installation If the machine is already connected to a wireless connection, it can be used from additional computers on the same network. Only the software needs to be installed. It is not necessary to make any changes or settings on the printer itself. To use from additional computers IMPORTANT • Log on as the administrator (or a member of the Administrators group). • Quit all running applications before installation.
Using the Machine from Additional Computers << Previous Next >> Installing the PIXMA MG5420 on Additional Computers If your printer is already on your network, and you wish to use the printer from additional computers, you will need to install the printer software on the other computers. If the network setup has already been completed, the connection is confirmed automatically.
Installing the Drivers << Previous Next >> On the Software Installation List screen, select any additional software* you wish to install, then click Next Follow any remaining on-screen instructions to finish and exit the setup program. *MP Drivers is pre-selected and required for wireless network connection. We recommend also installing My Image Garden and Quick Menu to enjoy all the features of the printer. Note: If using the downloaded MiniMaster file, only the MP Drivers are included.
Using the Machine from Additional Computers << Previous Installing the PIXMA MG5420 on Additional Computers If you can’t find your CD-ROM, you may download the MG5400 series Mini Master Setup, which includes the same step-by-step installation as the CDROM, by following the instructions below: 1. Click here to access the MG5420 Drivers & Software page. 2. Select the operating system of your computer (see example below). 3. 4. 5. 6. Expand the ‘Drivers’ section by clicking the red triangle, if necessary.
