CanonMAXIFY
GX6070
In this Setup
Requirements & Prerequisite
Gather the following items before you begin setup. Tick each one as you get it.
Overview
The Canon GX6070 is a high-performance all-in-one inkjet printer designed to meet the needs of small offices and home users. It features Canon’s innovative Mega tank technology, which utilizes a refillable ink tank system to provide significant savings on ink costs while enabling high-volume printing. The GX6070 is known for its impressive print quality, fast performance, and multifunction capabilities, making it suitable for various tasks, including document printing, scanning, copying, and faxing.
Features
- MegaTank Ink System: The GX6070 features a large-capacity ink tank that allows users to print thousands of pages at a lower cost per page, reducing the frequency of ink refills.
- High Print Resolution: Delivers stunning print quality with a maximum resolution of up to 4800 x 1200 dpi, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp text for both documents and photos.
- Fast Printing Speeds: Capable of printing up to 15 pages per minute (ppm) for black-and-white documents and around 10 ppm for color, enhancing productivity in busy environments.
- Versatile All-in-One Functionality: Combines printing, scanning, copying, and faxing capabilities into one device, offering a complete solution for office tasks.
- Automatic Document Feeder (ADF): Equipped with a 35-sheet ADF that facilitates quick and efficient scanning, copying, or faxing of multi-page documents.
- User-Friendly Touchscreen: Features a 4.3-inch color touchscreen that simplifies navigation through printer settings and functions.
- Flexible Connectivity Options: Offers USB, Ethernet, and Wi-Fi connectivity for easy integration into home or office networks. It supports mobile printing solutions like Apple AirPrint, Google Cloud Print, and Canon’s PRINT app.
- Compact and Space-Saving Design: The GX6070 is designed to fit into smaller spaces, making it an excellent choice for home offices or work environments with limited space.
Unboxing & Initial Setup
- Carefully remove the printer from its packaging and discard any protective materials.
- Place the printer on a stable surface with sufficient space for paper handling and easy access to controls.
- Open the Ink Tank Cover: Lift the cover to access the ink tanks.
- Fill the Ink Tanks: Using the included ink bottles, carefully fill each tank (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow), ensuring not to overfill.
- Close the Ink Tank Cover: Make sure the cover is securely closed after filling all tanks.
- Load Paper: Pull out the paper tray and adjust the guides to fit the size of the paper you are using. Load the paper into the tray, ensuring it is aligned correctly.
- Power On the Printer: Connect the power cord and press the power button to turn on the printer.
Manuals & Guides
Canon GX6070 setup on Windows
Setting up Canon MAXIFY GX6070 – Windows (Wi-fi):
- Download the Drivers:
a. Download and install the driver from the bottom of the page.
b. Once the installation is completed, run the installed file.
- Prepare the printer:
a. Navigate to the Set Up menu.
b. Click on Wireless LAN Setup.
c. Select your Wi-Fi network from the list.
d. Enter your Wi-Fi password.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
USB Setup (Wired Setup):
- Download the Drivers:
a. Download and install the necessary drivers from the bottom of the page.
b. Once the driver installation is completed, run the installed file.
- Connect the USB Cable to your printer:
a. Plug the USB cable to your printer and the other end to your PC.
b. Go to the settings of your PC.
c. Search for bluetooth and devices.
d. Click on Printers and Scanners.
e. From the available printers list select your Canon MAXIFY GX6070.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon GX6070 setup on macOS
Setting up Canon MAXIFY GX6070 – Mac (Wi-fi):
- Download Drivers:
a. Download the driver package from the bottom of the page.
b. Once the installation is completed , run the installed file.
- Connect the Printer to wifi:
a. Select wifi connection.
b. Enter the password.
c. Connect Canon MAXIFY GX6070 to your selected wi-fi network.
- Add Printer:
a. Open the system preferences > Printers & Scanners.
b. Select your printer and click Add.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
USB Setup (Wired Setup):
- Download Drivers:
a. Download the driver package from the bottom of the page.
b. Once the installation is completed , run the file.
- Connect the USB Cable to your printer:
a. Plug the USB cable to your printer and the other end to your Mac.
b. On your Mac click on the system preference option.
c. Now click on Printer and Scanners.
d. The available printers list will appear on the screen, select your Canon MAXIFY GX6070.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon GX6070 setup on iPhone & iPad
Setting up Canon MAXIFY GX6070 – IOS:
- Connect to the Wifi:
a. Turn on your Canon MAXIFY GX6070.
b. Make sure your Iphone/Ipad is connected to the secure internet connection.
c. Ensure that your printer and device are on the same network.
- Install the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY App:
a. Go to the app store.
b. Search for the “Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY App”.
c. Download and install the app.
- Add printer:
a. Go to the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app.
b. Now follow the on-screen instructions to add your printer.
c. App will search for the available printers, Select your Canon MAXIFY GX6070 from the available list.
d. Click on Add printer.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon GX6070 setup on Android
Setting up Canon MAXIFY GX6070 – Android:
- Install the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY App:
a. Download the app from the play store.
- Add the printer on the app:
a. Click on the add icon on the phone.
b. Now click on the register printer.
c. Select your Canon MAXIFY GX6070.
d. Now the printer is installed on your phone.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon GX6070 setup on Chromebook
Setting up Canon MAXIFY GX6070 – Chrome OS (Wi-fi) :
- Connect the printer to Wifi connection:
a. Choose your wifi connection from the available networks.
b. Enter the password.
c. Wait until the printer displays connected.
- Add Printer:
a. Click the Settings icon.
b. In the Settings menu, click on Advanced at the bottom.
c. Click Printing and then Printers.
d. Your Canon MAXIFY GX6070 should appear in the list if it’s connected to the same Wi-Fi.
e. Click Add.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
USB Setup (Wired Setup):
- Connect the printer to USB Cable:
a. Plug the USB Cable into the printer and the other end to your Chromebook.
- Add printer:
a. Click the Settings icon.
b. In the settings menu, click on Advanced at the bottom.
c. Click Printing and then printers.
d. Click on the Add Printer option.
e. Your Canon MAXIFY GX6070 should appear in the list if it’s connected to the same Wi-Fi.
f. Click Add.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Troubleshooting Steps
- Printer not connecting to wifi:
- Possible Causes: Incorrect password, weak, signal or outdated firmware.
- Solutions:
- a. Ensure your Wi-Fi password is correct
- b. Place the printer close to the router
- c. Re-run Easy Wireless Connect
- d. Press Setup >Wi-Fi Setup >Easy Wireless Connect
- e. Restart the router and printer
- f. Check for firmware updates via Canon’s official website
- Print Not Detected by computer or mobile:
- Solutions:
- a. Ensure both printer and device are on the same Wi-Fi network
- b. Restart your printer and device
- c. Reinstall the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app (for mobile)
- d. For USB connection, ensure the cable is securely connected
- e. On Windows/Mac, reinstall the printer driver
- Paper Jam:
- Solutions:
- a. Turn off the printer
- b. Gently remove jammed paper from the rear tray, output slot, or inside the printer
- c. Check for torn paper pieces
- d. Restart the printer
- Poor Print Quality (Faded, Streaks, Missing Colors)
- Solution:
- a. Check ink levels and replace cartridges if needed
- b. Run Print Head Cleaning:
- c. Press Setup >Maintenance>Cleaning
- d. Perform Print Head Alignment via the same menu
- e. Ensure you’re using compatible paper
Driver Downloads
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