CanonMegaTank

G4080

Last updated August 5, 2026

Canon G4080 is a color inkjet printer which also offers scan and copy functionality. It comes in a very compact and sleek design. It supports both wired (USB) and wireless connectivity.

CountryUnited States OSUnknown

In this Setup

1 Requirements & Prerequisite
2 Features
3 Unboxing & Initial Setup
4 Manuals & Guides Reg. only
5 Troubleshooting Steps Reg. only
6 Downloads Reg. only
7 Error codes Reg. only
8 FAQ Reg. only

Requirements & Prerequisite

Gather the following items before you begin setup. Tick each one as you get it.

Power cable and a nearby electrical outlet
Ink or toner cartridges (included or purchased separately for Printers only)
Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and password (For Wireless Printers)
Computer(Mac, Windows, Linux), Tablet (iPad, Android), or Smartphone (Android, iOS) for setup
Printer placed within range of your Wi-Fi router
USB cable

Unboxing & Initial Setup

Step 1 of 5 Take printer out

Open the box fully and lift the printer upward with support from both sides.

Remove the outer packaging of the box and take the printer out of it.
Take all the accessories from the box.
Remove all the protective tape from the printer.
Connect the power cord, and then press the ON button.
Install the ink cartridges.
Load plain or A4 size paper.

Manuals & Guides

Canon G4080 setup on Windows

WIFI Setup

Connect the wifi to the printer
- Ensure the printer and computer are connected on the same network
- Now search for a wireless network
- Select your network
- Enter the password
- Connect Canon G4080 to your selected wifi network
- Your printer is connected
Download the Drivers
- Download and install the driver from the bottom of the page
- Once the installation is completed, run the installed file
Print the Test page
- Print a test page to confirm the setup

USB Setup (Wired Setup):

Download the Drivers
- Download and install the necessary drivers from the bottom of the page
- Once the driver installation is completed, run the installed file
Connect the USB Cable to your printer
- Plug the USB cable to your printer and the other end to your PC
- Go to the settings of your PC
- Search for bluetooth and devices
- Click on Printers and Scanners
- From the available printers list select your Canon G4080
Print the Test page
- Print a test page to confirm the setup

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Troubleshooting Steps

Printer not connecting to wifi
- Possible Causes Incorrect password, weak, signal or outdated firmware
- Ensure your WiFi password is correct
- Place the printer close to the router
- Rerun Easy Wireless Connect
- Press Setup WiFi Setup Easy Wireless Connect
- Restart the router and printer
- Check for firmware updates via Canon’s official website
Print Not Detected by computer or mobile
- Ensure both printer and device are on the same WiFi network
- Restart your printer and device
- Reinstall the Canon PRINT InkjetSELPHY app for mobile
- For USB connection, ensure the cable is securely connected
- On Windows/Mac, reinstall the printer driver
Paper Jam
- Turn off the printer
- Gently remove jammed paper from the rear tray, output slot, or inside the printer
- Check for torn paper pieces
- Restart the printer
Poor Print Quality Faded, Streaks, Missing Colors
- Check ink levels and replace cartridges if needed
- Run Print Head Cleaning
- Press Setup Maintenance/Cleaning
- Perform Print Head Alignment via the same menu
- Ensure you’re using compatible paper

Downloads

Driver Download

Your model G4080

Download drivers

All variants

G4080 Catalog
Driver link
G4180 Latin America
Driver link
G4280 USA / Canada
Driver link
G4680 Oceania
Driver link
G4780 India / Asia
Driver link
G4880 China
Driver link
G4881 China
Driver link
G4980 Variant
Driver link
G4981 Variant
Driver link

App Download

Canon PRINT for phones and tablets

iOS App Android App

Driver downloads for Canon G4080 on Unknown are available for registered users.

Also sold as

G4180 Latin America
G4280 USA / Canada
G4680 Oceania
G4780 India / Asia
G4880 China
G4881 China
G4980 Variant
G4981 Variant

Features

Multifunctional
Automatic Document Feeder (ADF)
Wireless Connectivity
6.86 cm touchscreen LCD
High page yield
Print Speed: 7.7 ipm ipm black and 4.0 ipm color
Print Resolution: 4800 x 1200 dpi
Scanning Resolution: 600 x 1200 dpi
Integrated Ink Tanks
Borderless Printing

Compatibility

Windows macOS iOS Android ChromeOS

Device detected Detected OS: Unknown

Error codes

All

001 003 005 012 018 019

FAQ

What should I do if my printer driver installation fails?

If the Driver installation fails, you will need to check the Operating system properly. Sometimes the 32 Bit OS does not support the 64 Bit OS Driver. Though the Operating system is detected by the Canon website automatically, you will still need to be sure.

Why is my printer showing offline or failing to connect to Wi-Fi?

This usually happens when the WiFi settings that you are trying to connect to are either wrong or the WiFi is not working. It can Also happen if the WiFi signal Strength is not good.

Which operating systems (Windows, macOS, Mobile) are supported?

It depends on the printer model, Some Canon printer models are not compatible with some operating systems like iOS, Android, and Chromebook because they do not support Wireless functionality. You can check the compatibility on the right side of this page or on the official Canon Website.

What should I check if my printer is not recognized by my computer via USB?

You should first download the Recommended Drivers for you Canon Printer on your Windows or Mac computer, Then you should check the printer, make sure the ink and the cartridges are installed properly and the printer is connected to the Power and turned on.

G4080

In this Setup

Unboxing & Initial Setup

Manuals & Guides

Canon G4080 setup on Windows

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Canon G4080 setup on macOS

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Canon G4080 setup on iPhone & iPad

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Canon G4080 setup on Android

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Canon G4080 setup on Chromebook

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Troubleshooting Steps

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G4080

In this Setup

Unboxing & Initial Setup

Manuals & Guides

Canon G4080 setup on Windows

Register to Download & Connect

Canon G4080 setup on macOS

Register to Download & Connect

Canon G4080 setup on iPhone & iPad

Register to Download & Connect

Canon G4080 setup on Android

Register to Download & Connect

Canon G4080 setup on Chromebook

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Troubleshooting Steps

Downloads

Driver Download

App Download

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