CanonPIXMA
MG3630
In this Setup
Requirements & Prerequisite
Gather the following items before you begin setup. Tick each one as you get it.
Overview
Canon MG3630 is an all-in-one printer with wireless connectivity. It allows you to easily print directly from your computer, smartphone, or tablet. It is compact in design. Canon MG3630 uses FINE cartridge which is known for high quality, sharp and vivid printing.
Features
- Multifunctional
- Mobile Printing
- Hybrid Ink System
- Quiet Mode
- Inkjet Print Technology
- Print Resolution: 600 x 600 dpi
- Scanning Redsolution: 1200 x 2400 dpi
- Supports photo papers
- Cost Efficient
Unboxing & Initial Setup
- Take the printer out of the box.
- Remove all the orange tape and protective material
- Turn on the printer.
- Install the ink cartridges.
- Load plain LTR or A4 size paper.
Manuals & Guides
Canon MG3630 setup on Windows
Setting up Canon MG3630 – Windows (wifi):
- Prepare the printer:
a. Go to the printer control panel, press the stop button once and release it.
b. Press and hold the wireless button until the power light starts blinking.
c. Release the wireless button and press color button once and then press again the wireless button.
d. The wireless light starts flashing.
- 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.
- 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 MG3620.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon MG3630 setup on macOS
Setting up Canon MG3630 – Mac (wifi):
- Prepare the printer:
a. Go to the printer control panel, press the stop button once and release it.
b. Press and hold the wireless button until the power light starts blinking.
c. Release the wireless button and press color button once and then press again the wireless button.
d. The wireless light starts flashing.
- 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.
- Add Printer:
a. Go to the launch pad and click on system preferences.
b. Click on Printers & Scanners.
c. 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 MG3630.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon MG3630 setup on iPhone & iPad
Setting up Canon MG3630 – IOS:
- Prepare the printer:
a. Go to the printer control panel, press the stop button once and release it.
b. Press and hold the wireless button until the power light starts blinking.
c. Release the wireless button and press color button once and then press again the wireless button.
d. The wireless light starts flashing.
- Connect to the Wifi:
a. Go to your phone settings.
b. Click on wifi settings.
c. You will see your Canon MG3630, select it.
d. Now the printer is connected to your phone.
- Install the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY App:
a. Download the app form app store.
b. Open the app and click on the printer icon.
c. Click on Register Printer.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon MG3630 setup on Android
Setting up Canon MG3630 – 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 MG3630.
d. Now the printer is installed on your phone.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon MG3630 setup on Chromebook
Setting up Canon MG3630 – Chrome OS (Wifi) :
- 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 MG3630 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 MG3630 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
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