CanonMAXIFY
GX5550
CountryUnited States
OSUnknown
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Requirements & Prerequisite
Gather the following items before you begin setup. Tick each one as you get it.
Overview
The Canon MAXIFY GX5550 is a high-performance inkjet printer designed to meet the diverse needs of small to medium-sized businesses. It offers advanced media handling, low running costs, and enhanced security features, all within a compact and user-friendly design.
Features
- Versatile Media Handling: The GX5550 supports a wide range of media types, including thin and thick paper, photo papers, envelopes, labels, and banners up to 1.2 meters in length. This versatility makes it ideal for various business applications, such as printing advisory leaflets, prescription labels, and directly on envelopes.
- High-Yield Ink Bottles: With the ability to print up to 6,000 pages from a black ink bottle and up to 14,000 pages from a set of color ink bottles, the GX5550 ensures that printing costs remain low. Switching to Economy mode can further increase these yields, providing even greater savings.
- Fast Print Speeds: The printer delivers impressive speeds of 24 images per minute (ipm) in monochrome and 15.5 ipm in color, enhancing productivity in busy office environments.
- Durable Documents: Utilizing pigment-based inks, the GX5550 produces documents that are resistant to markers, friction, and water, ensuring longevity and durability.
- High Capacity in a Compact Form: Despite its compact size, the printer boasts a 600-sheet plain paper capacity, divided between two 250-sheet front cassettes and a 100-sheet rear feed, allowing for extended printing without frequent paper reloads.
- Enhanced Security: The GX5550 features improved network security, providing peace of mind when printing sensitive documents.
Unboxing & Initial Setup
- Take the printer out of the box.
- Take out all the accessories and remove the packaging.
- Remove and discard the protective tape from outside and inside.
- Connect the power cord to turn the printer on.
- Install the toner cartridges.
- Load paper into the paper trays.
Manuals & Guides
Canon GX5550 setup on Windows
- Download and Install Drivers:
- Driver Download Links are in the bottom of the page.
- Navigate to the “Support” section and select “Drivers & Downloads.”
- Choose the appropriate driver for your Windows version and download it.
- Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
- Connect the Printer:
- During installation, select the connection method (USB or Network) as per your setup.
- For network connections, ensure the printer is connected to the same network as your computer.
Canon GX5550 setup on macOS
- Download and Install Drivers:
- Driver Download Links are in the bottom of the page.
- In the “Support” section, select “Drivers & Downloads” and choose the driver compatible with your macOS version.
- Download and open the file, then follow the installation prompts.
- Add the Printer:
- Go to System Preferences > Printers & Scanners.
- Click the “+” button to add a new printer.
- Select your Canon GX5550 from the list and click “Add.”
Canon GX5550 setup on iPhone & iPad
- Ensure your iOS device and the GX5550 printer are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
- Open the document or photo you wish to print.
- Tap the Share icon and select Print.
- Choose the Canon GX5550 printer and adjust settings as needed.
- Tap Print to start printing.
Canon GX5550 setup on Android
- Using Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY App:
- Download and install the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app from the Google Play Store.
- Ensure your Android device and the GX5550 printer are on the same Wi-Fi network.
- Open the app, select the document or image to print, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the printing process.
Canon GX5550 setup on Chromebook
- Ensure your Chromebook and the GX5550 printer are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
- Click the status area in the lower-right corner of the Chromebook screen.
- Click the Settings gear icon.
- Scroll down and click Advanced.
- Under the “Printing” section, click Printers.
- Click Add Printer.
- Your Chromebook should detect the Canon GX5550 printer. Select it and click “Add.”
Troubleshooting Steps
- Printer not connecting to wi-fi:
- Possible Causes: Incorrect password, weak, signal or outdated firmware.
- Solutions:
- Ensure your Wi-Fi password is correct
- Place the printer close to the router
- Re-run Easy Wireless Connect
- Press Setup >Wi-Fi 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:
- Solutions:
- Ensure both printer and device are on the same Wi-Fi network
- Restart your printer and device
- Reinstall the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app (for mobile)
- For USB connection, ensure the cable is securely connected
- On Windows/Mac, reinstall the printer driver
- Solutions:
- Paper Jam:
- Solutions:
- 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
- Solutions:
- Poor Print Quality (Faded, Streaks, Missing Colors):
- Solution:
- 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
- Solution:
Driver Downloads
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