CanonMAXIFY
MB5130
In this Setup
Requirements & Prerequisite
Gather the following items before you begin setup. Tick each one as you get it.
Overview
The Canon MAXIFY MB5130 is a business inkjet all-in-one printer including Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and USB connectivity, along with mobile printing support via Canon PRINT app, Apple AirPrint, and Mopria Print Service. It offers print, scan, copy, and fax functionality, with automatic double-sided printing and a 250-sheet input tray.
Features
- Mobile printing: Supports Canon PRINT app, Apple AirPrint, and Mopria Print Service.
- Cloud integration: Prints from and scans to cloud services like Evernote, Dropbox, Google Drive, etc.
- Automatic duplex printing: Saves paper by printing on both sides automatically.
- Large paper capacity: 250-sheet input tray.
- High-speed printing: Offers fast print speeds for both color and monochrome documents, according to Canon India.
- High-quality prints: Produces sharp text and vibrant colors, according to Canon Iceland.
- Easy management: Features SNMP for network integration and monitoring.
- Security features: Includes IP address filtering and SMTP support for secure scan-to-email.
Unboxing & Initial Setup
- Remove all packaging material and protective tapes from the printer
- Take out documentation material, power cord and other accessories from the box.
- Connect the power cord to turn the printer on.
- Install the toner cartridges.
- Load paper into the paper trays.
Manuals & Guides
Canon MB5130 setup on Windows
Setting up Guide for Windows:
1. Download the drivers:
- Select your operating system (Windows version) and download the necessary files, such as the “Master Setup” or similar package.
2. Install the drivers:
- Locate the downloaded file and double-click it to start the installation.
- Follow the on-screen instructions, which will guide you through the installation process.
- You may need to agree to the license agreement, select your connection type (USB or Wi-Fi), and potentially restart your computer.
3.Connect the printer:
- USB: If using a USB connection, plug the USB cable into both your computer and the printer. The driver installation should automatically detect the printer.
- Wi-Fi: The printer will need to be connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your computer. You may also need to use the printer’s control panel to initiate the Wi-Fi setup.
4.Install Canon Inkjet Print Utility (optional but recommended):
- This software allows for more advanced printer settings and maintenance tasks.
5.Test the setup:
- Once the installation is complete, you can test the connection by printing a test page or by printing from an application.
Canon MB5130 setup on macOS
Setting Up Guide for MAC:
- Connect to your network:
- If connecting wirelessly, make sure the printer and your Mac are on the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Download the driver:
- Download the appropriate driver for macOS.
4. Install the driver:
- Double-click the downloaded file (usually a .dmg file) to mount the disk image, then double-click the packaged file inside to start the installation.
5. Add the printer:
- Open System Preferences and click on “Printers & Scanners”.
- Add a printer.
- Select your printer and click “Add”.
6. If your printer and Mac are on the same network, you can also use AirPrint, which doesn’t. require installing a separate driver, according to Canon.
7. Ensure your printer is compatible with AirPrint and connected to your network.
Canon MB5130 setup on iPhone & iPad
Setting up Guide for IOS:
- Install the Canon PRINT app: Download and install the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app from the Apple App Store.
- Start the app and begin setup: Open the app and tap the + (Plus) icon.
- Register the printer: Tap “Register Printer”.
- Connect to the printer’s Wi-Fi: The app will guide you to connect your iOS device to the printer’s temporary Wi-Fi network
- Select your network: Once connected to the printer’s Wi-Fi, the app will search for available wireless networks. Select your home or office Wi-Fi network.
- Enter your Wi-Fi password: Enter the password for your chosen Wi-Fi network.
- Complete the setup: The app will send the network settings to the printer and complete the registration process.
- Print a test page: The app will likely prompt you to print a test page to confirm the connection.
Canon MB5130 setup on Android
Setting up Guide for Android:
1. Install Canon PRINT app:
- Download and install the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app from the Google Play Store on your Android device.
2. Connect to Wi-Fi:
- Ensure your Canon MB5130 printer and Android device are connected to the same Wi-Fi network, says Cartridge World.
3. Open the app and add the printer:
- Tap the “Add Printer” button and the app will search for available Canon printers on your network.
4. Select your printer:
- Once your printer is found, select it from the list.
5. Follow in-app instructions:
- The app will guide you through the remaining steps to complete the printer registration and setup.
6. Print from your Android device:
- You can print documents and photos directly from your Android device using the Canon PRINT app.
Canon MB5130 setup on Chromebook
Setting up Guide for Chromebook:
1.Add the Printer to your Chromebook:
- On your Chromebook, go to Settings (the gear icon).
- Select “Advanced” and then “Printers and scanners”.
- Add printer” or “Add printer manually”.
2.Printing and Scanning:
- Once added, your printer should appear in the list of available printers.
- You can now print documents and scan items using your Canon MB5130 from your Chromebook.
- For scanning, you might need to use the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app if your printer doesn’t have native Chromebook support for scanning.
Troubleshooting Steps
- Printer Not Responding:
- Check connections: Ensure the printer is powered on, has paper and ink, and the USB cable (if used) is securely connected.
- Check software: Verify the printer drivers are installed correctly and up-to-date. Try running the Windows printer troubleshooter.
- Reboot: Restart both the printer and the computer.
- 2. Printing Issues:
- Paper Jams: Check for paper jams and clear any obstructions.
- Poor Print Quality: Clogged printheads can affect print quality. Try cleaning the printheads using the printer’s maintenance menu.
- 3. Slow Printing: Check the USB connection speed and ensure the system environment supports Hi-Speed USB.
- 4. Scanning Issues:
- Insufficient Disk Space: Delete unnecessary files to free up disk space.
- Scanner Driver Errors: Ensure the scanner driver is installed correctly. If an error message appears, consult the manual for troubleshooting steps.
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