CanonMAXIFY
MB2020
CountryUnited States
OSUnknown
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Requirements & Prerequisite
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Overview
The Canon MAXIFY MB2020 is a discontinued wireless all-in-one inkjet printer designed for home-based businesses, combining printing, scanning, copying, and faxing capabilities. It is known for quick print times, cost efficiency, and durable ink.
Features
- High Page Yield & Low Cost Per Print: The efficient ink tanks are designed to deliver a high volume of prints from one set of ink, contributing to a low cost per print.
- Connectivity: It includes built-in Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing users to share the printer’s functions across a network.
- Mobile & Cloud Printing: Users can print documents and photos directly from compatible smartphones or tablets using the Canon PRINT App and access popular cloud services like Google Drive, Dropbox, and Flickr directly from the printer.
- Paper Handling: It handles large jobs with a 250-sheet paper cassette and a high-speed 50-sheet Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) for multi-page scanning and copying.
- Automatic Duplex Printing: The printer supports automatic two-sided printing, saving paper and time.
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 MB2020 setup on Windows
Setting up Guide for Windows:
- Download the drivers:
- Select your operating system (Windows version) and download the necessary files, such as the “Master Setup” or similar package.
- Install the drivers:
- Locate the downloaded file and double-click it to start the installation.
- Follow the on-screen instructions, which will guide you through the installation process.
- You may need to agree to the license agreement, select your connection type (USB or Wi-Fi), and potentially restart your computer.
- Connect the printer:
- USB: If using a USB connection, plug the USB cable into both your computer and the printer. The driver installation should automatically detect the printer.
- Wi-Fi: The printer will need to be connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your computer. You may also need to use the printer’s control panel to initiate the Wi-Fi setup.
- Install Canon Inkjet Print Utility (optional but recommended):
- This software allows for more advanced printer settings and maintenance tasks.
- Test the setup:
- Once the installation is complete, you can test the connection by printing a test page or by printing from an application.
Canon MB2020 setup on macOS
Setting Up Guide for MAC:
- Connect to your network:
- If connecting wirelessly, make sure the printer and your Mac are on the same Wi-Fi network.
- Download the driver:
- Download the appropriate driver for macOS.
- Install the driver:
- Double-click the downloaded file (usually a .dmg file) to mount the disk image, then double-click the packaged file inside to start the installation.
- Add the printer:
- Open System Preferences and click on “Printers & Scanners”.
- Add a printer.
- Select your printer and click “Add”.
- If your printer and Mac are on the same network, you can also use AirPrint, which doesn’t. require installing a separate driver, according to Canon.
- Ensure your printer is compatible with AirPrint and connected to your network.
Canon MB2020 setup on iPhone & iPad
Setting up Guide for IOS:
- Install the Canon PRINT app: Download and install the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app from the Apple App Store.
- Start the app and begin setup: Open the app and tap the + (Plus) icon.
- Register the printer: Tap “Register Printer”.
- Connect to the printer’s Wi-Fi: The app will guide you to connect your iOS device to the printer’s temporary Wi-Fi network
- Select your network: Once connected to the printer’s Wi-Fi, the app will search for available wireless networks. Select your home or office Wi-Fi network.
- Enter your Wi-Fi password: Enter the password for your chosen Wi-Fi network.
- Complete the setup: The app will send the network settings to the printer and complete the registration process.
- Print a test page: The app will likely prompt you to print a test page to confirm the connection.
Canon MB2020 setup on Android
Setting up Guide for Android:
- Install Canon PRINT app:
- Download and install the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app from the Google Play Store on your Android device.
- Connect to Wi-Fi:
- Ensure your Canon MB2020 printer and Android device are connected to the same Wi-Fi network, says Cartridge World.
- Open the app and add the printer:
- Tap the “Add Printer” button and the app will search for available Canon printers on your network.
- Select your printer:
- Once your printer is found, select it from the list.
- Follow in-app instructions:
- The app will guide you through the remaining steps to complete the printer registration and setup.
- Print from your Android device:
- You can print documents and photos directly from your Android device using the Canon PRINT app.
Canon MB2020 setup on Chromebook
Setting up Guide for Chromebook:
- Add the Printer to your Chromebook:
- On your Chromebook, go to Settings (the gear icon).
- Select “Advanced” and then “Printers and scanners”.
- Add printer” or “Add printer manually”.
- Printing and Scanning:
- Once added, your printer should appear in the list of available printers.
- You can now print documents and scan items using your Canon MB2020 from your Chromebook.
- For scanning, you might need to use the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app if your printer doesn’t have native Chromebook support for scanning.
Troubleshooting Steps
- Printer Not Responding:
- Check connections: Ensure the printer is powered on, has paper and ink, and the USB cable (if used) is securely connected.
- Check software: Verify the printer drivers are installed correctly and up-to-date. Try running the Windows printer troubleshooter.
- Reboot: Restart both the printer and the computer.
- Printing Issues:
- Paper Jams: Check for paper jams and clear any obstructions.
- Poor Print Quality: Clogged printheads can affect print quality. Try cleaning the printheads using the printer’s maintenance menu.
- Slow Printing:
- Check the USB connection speed and ensure the system environment supports Hi-Speed USB.
- Scanning Issues:
- Scanner Driver Errors: Ensure the scanner driver is installed correctly. If an error message appears, consult the manual for troubleshooting steps.
- Insufficient Disk Space: Delete unnecessary files to free up disk space.
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