Connecting to a Wireless LAN (Optional)

Connect the printer to a network by using a wireless LAN.

Note

The wireless LAN module (optional) may not be available in some countries and regions.

[Cautions] For using a wireless LAN

Read the following cautions carefully before using the printer in a wireless LAN environment.

  • The printer cannot connect to a wired LAN and wireless LAN at the same time. If using a wireless LAN, do not connect a LAN cable to the printer.

  • If the printer is used in a wireless network environment, the printer does not enter Deep Sleep mode but enters Sleep mode.

  • Do not place any electric products that emit weak radio waves (such as microwaves or digital cordless telephones) close to the printer.

  • If there is metal, aluminum sash, or a reinforced concrete wall between the printer and wireless access points, connections may be harder to be established.

  • The communication speed of a Wireless LAN connection may be slower than that of a wired LAN or USB connection depending on the environment. If you want to print big data such as a photo, it is recommended to print with a wired LAN or USB connection.

Preparations to use a wireless LAN

The printer can connect to a wireless LAN environment via wireless access points (WPS supported).

Check whether your wireless access point supports the following environment before using.

Item

Value

Standard

IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n

Access method

Infrastructure mode

Checking the wireless LAN setting method

Check whether your wireless access point supports WPS, and then select a setting method.

If WPS is supported, refer to "Connecting with WPS"; if it is unknown whether WPS is supported, refer to "Selecting a Wireless Access Point from the Operator Panel to Connect".