CanonimageRUNNER ADVANCE
imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX6980i
CountryUnited States
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Requirements & Prerequisite
Gather the following items before you begin setup. Tick each one as you get it.
Overview
The Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX 6980i is an A3 monochrome laser multifunction device (MFD) designed for high-volume business environments, offering printing, copying, scanning, and optional fax capabilities.
Features
- High-Speed Performance: The device delivers fast output with print speeds up to 80 pages per minute (ppm) (A4) and an impressive scan speed of up to 270 images per minute (ipm) for double-sided documents.
- Intuitive Interface: It features a user-friendly, customizable 10.1-inch color touchscreen control panel that offers smartphone-like usability for easy navigation and workflow management.
- Cloud and Mobile Connectivity: The device is built with native cloud connectivity and supports mobile solutions, enabling users to print from and scan to various cloud services and mobile devices (iOS, Android).
- Efficient Workflow: Features such as a 200-sheet single-pass duplexing automatic document feeder and the ability to convert documents into searchable digital files in various formats streamline document management processes.
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 and turn ON the printer
- Install the ink cartridges
- Load paper into the paper tray
Manuals & Guides
Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX6980i setup on Windows
- Download the Printer Driver:
- Select Your Model
- Choose Drivers: Navigate to the Drivers or Software & Drivers tab.
- Download Driver: Download the recommended driver package.
- Install the Printer Driver
- Run the Installer: Locate the downloaded file and run it.
- The installer will guide you through the setup process
- Select Connection Method: The installer will ask how the printer is connected. Select Network Connection or USB Connection as appropriate.
- Add the Printer:
- For a network connection, the installer will search for the printer on your network. Once found, select it from the list.
- Alternatively, you can manually add the printer via Windows settings:
- Open Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Devices and Printers.
- Click Add a printer and select The printer that I want isn’t listed if the printer doesn’t appear automatically.
- Complete Installation
- Test the Printer: Once the installation is complete, you can perform a test print from any application to ensure the printer is working correctly.
Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX6980i setup on macOS
- Download and Install the Printer Driver:
- Select your macOS version from the operating system dropdown menu on the support page.
- Download the appropriate driver package
- Open the downloaded file .
- Run the installer inside the mounted disk image and follow the on-screen instructions to install the software and connection settings.
- Add the Printer to Your Mac:
- Open System Settings by clicking the Apple icon in the top-left corner of your screen.
- Navigate to “Printers & Scanners”.
- Click the Add Printer, Scanner, or Fax button .
- Select your Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX 6980i from the list of available printers that appears. The Mac should automatically find the correct driver you installed.
- Click “Add” to complete the setup process.
Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX6980i setup on Android
- Install the Canon App:
- The Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX 6980 i is compatible with the Canon PRINT Business app.
- Download and install the Canon PRINT Business app from the Google Play Store.
- Register the Printer in the App:
- Open the Canon PRINT Business app on your Android device.
- Tap the “Add Printer” option (often a printer icon or “Register Printer” button).
- The app will search for compatible printers on your network.
- Select your imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX 6980i from the list when it appears.
- Printing from Android:
- Once the printer is registered, you can print photos and documents directly from your Android device.
Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX6980i setup on Chromebook
- Add the Printer to Your Chromebook:
- Access Settings: At the bottom right of your Chromebook screen, select the time, then select the Settings gear icon.
- Navigate to Print Settings: Scroll down and select Advanced, then select Print under the “Print and scan” section.
- Add the Printer:Look under “Other available printers”. Your DX 6980i should appear automatically if it is compatible and on the same network.
- Next to your printer’s name, select Save or Set up. The printer will then be added to “Your saved printers” list.
Driver Downloads
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