CanonMAXIFY
GX7021
In this Setup
Requirements & Prerequisite
Gather the following items before you begin setup. Tick each one as you get it.
Overview
Canon MAXIFY GX7021 is a wireless all-in-one printer designed to meet the needs of small offices by delivering high-quality, low-cost printing. It also supports outstanding wireless connectivity. It is a high page yield printer which produces up to 6,000 black and 14,000 color pages per full ink bottle set. Canon MAXIFY GX7021 is easy to setup and maintain and delivers superior versatility.
Features
- Print Speed: 24.0 ipm black and 15.5 ipm color
- Print Resolution: 1200 x 600 dpi
- Supports various media sizes
- Document Printing
- Automatic Document Feeder (ADF)
- Scanner Type: Flatbed
- Scanning Element: Contact Image Sensor (CIS)
- Scanning Resolution: :1200 x 1200 dpi
- 2.7 inch LCD Touchscreen
- Smart assistant & automation support
Unboxing & Initial Setup
- Carefully unpack your Canon GX7021 printer and remove all the protective materials.
- Locate the power cord provided with the printer. Connect one end of the power cord to the printer’s power input port, and the other end to a nearby power outlet.
- Open the paper tray located at the front of the printer. Adjust the paper guides to match the size of the paper you will be using. Load a stack of paper into the tray, making sure it is aligned properly and the guides are snug against the paper.
- Open the ink tank cover located on the right side of the printer. Take the first ink bottle provided and remove the cap. Insert the bottle into the corresponding color-coded ink tank and gently squeeze it until the ink tank is full. Repeat this process for the remaining ink bottles.
- Press the power button on the printer to turn it on. The printer will go through an initial setup process. Follow any instructions displayed on the printer’s control panel, if applicable.
Manuals & Guides
Canon GX7021 setup on Windows
Setting up Canon GX7021 on Windows with Wi-fi:
- Power on the Printer:
a. To turn on the printer, plug in the power cord and press the Power button.
- Download Drivers:
a. Download and install the full driver package from the bottom of the page.
b. When the installation is completed, run the installer file and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Connect the Printer to wifi:
a. Select wifi Connection.
b. Enter the password.
c. Press and hold the Wi-Fi button on the printer until the Wi-Fi lamp blinks.
d. Connect Canon GX7021 to your Wi-Fi network.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Setting up Canon GX7021 on Windows with USB:
- Turn the printer on:
a. Plug into the power cord and press the power button to turn the printer on.
- Connect the Printer to Your PC:
a. Connect USB cable when prompted.
b. Plug the USB cable into the printer and connect the other end to your PC.
- Download Drivers:
a. Download and install the full driver package from the bottom of the page.
b. When the installation is completed, run the installer file and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon GX7021 setup on macOS
Setting up Canon GX7021 on Mac with Wi-fi:
- Power on the Printer:
a. To turn on the printer, plug in the power cord and press the Power button.
- Connect the Printer to wifi:
a. Select wifi Connection.
b. Enter the password.
c. Press and hold the Wi-Fi button on the printer until the Wi-Fi lamp blinks.
d. Connect Canon GX7021 to your Wi-Fi network.
- Download Drivers:
a. Download and install the full driver package from the bottom of the page.
b. Select your macOS version from the dropdown (e.g., macOS Ventura, Monterey, etc.).
c. When the installation is completed, run the installer file and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Add Printer to Mac:
a. Go to system settings > Printers & Scanners.
b. Click “+” to add a printer.
c. The Mac will automatically detect the Canon GX7021.
d. Select it and click Add.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Setting up Canon GX7021 on Mac with USB:
- Power on the Printer:
a. To turn on the printer, plug in the power cord and press the Power button.
- Download Drivers:
a. Download and install the full driver package from the bottom of the page.
b. When the installation is completed, run the installer file and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Connect the Printer to Your Mac:
a. Connect USB cable when prompted.
b. Plug the USB cable into the printer and connect the other end to your Mac.
- Add Printer to Mac:
a. Go to system settings > Printers & Scanners.
b. Click “+” to add a printer.
c. The Mac will automatically detect the Canon GX7021.
d. Select it and click Add.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon GX7021 setup on iPhone & iPad
Setting up Canon GX7021 on IOS with Wi-fi:
- Turn the printer on:
a. Plug into the power cord and press the power button to turn the printer on.
- Install the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY App:
a. Open the App Store on your iPhone or iPad.
b. Search for “Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY”.
c. Tap Download and install the app.
- Connect the Printer to wifi:
a. Select wifi Connection.
b. Enter the password.
c. Press and hold the Wi-Fi button on the printer until the Wi-Fi lamp blinks.
d. Connect Canon GX7021 to your Wi-Fi network.
- Add Printer:
a. Click on the “+” icon (usually at the top or bottom of the screen) to add a printer.
b. App will search for printers on your Wi-Fi network.
c. Your device will automatically detect Canon GX7021.
d. Select it and click Add.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Setting up Canon GX7021 on IOS with Air print:
You can also use AirPrint to print without downloading any app:
- Open an image, email, or document.
- Click on the share icon.
- Select Print.
- Select Canon GX7021 from the printer list.
- Click Print.
Canon GX7021 setup on Android
Setting up Canon GX7021 on Android:
- Turn on the Printer:
a. To turn on the printer, plug in the power cord and press the power button.
- Connect the Printer to wifi:
a. Select wifi Connection.
b. Enter the password.
c. Press and hold the Wi-Fi button on the printer until the Wi-Fi lamp blinks.
d. Connect Canon GX7021 to your Wi-Fi network.
- Install the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY App:
a. Open the Play Store on your Phone.
b. Search for “Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY”.
c. Tap Download and install the app.
- Connect Printer to Wi-Fi Using App:
a. In the Canon PRINT app, click “Add Printer”.
b. Select “Register Printer” > “Connect via Wireless Router”.
c. App will automatically detect your printer.
d. Choose your Wi-Fi network and enter the password to connect.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon GX7021 setup on Chromebook
Setting up Canon GX7021 on Chrome OS with Wi-fi:
- Power on the Printer:
a. To turn on the printer, plug in the power cord and press the
Power button.
- Connect the Printer to wifi:
a. Select wifi Connection.
b. Enter the password.
c. Press and hold the Wi-Fi button on the printer until the Wi-Fi lamp blinks.
d. Connect Canon GX7021 to your Wi-Fi network.
- 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 the Add printer option to connect the Printer.
e. Your Canon GX7021 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.
Setting up Canon GX7021 on Chrome OS with USB:
- Power on the Printer:
a. To turn on the printer, plug in the power cord and press the Power button.
- Connect the Printer to Your Chromebook:
a. Connect USB cable when prompted.
b. Plug the USB cable into the printer and connect 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 the Add printer option to connect the Printer.
e. Your Canon GX7021 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
- Check the power:
- Check the printer plug and the wall outlet both are securely connected.
- Check the cartridges:
- Make sure the ink cartridges are placed correctly. Also, ensure that there is enough ink.
- Check paper:
- If the papers are not arranged correctly, take them out of the paper tray and straighten them up. Make sure that the paper tray is not jammed. You can now shut off the paper tray.
- Check Wi-Fi Connection:
- Ensure that your printer and device are connected to the same network.
- Make sure that the WIFI connection is stable.
- Update the Driver:
- Outdated drivers may cause problems.
- Check for the latest driver updates for your printer model.
- Download and install the updated driver.
Driver Downloads
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