CanonMAXIFY
MB2100
In this Setup
Requirements & Prerequisite
Gather the following items before you begin setup. Tick each one as you get it.
Overview
Canon MAXIFY MB2100 is an all-in-one printer which is designed for home and small offices. It offers printing, scanning, copying, and fax. It utilises Dual Resistant High Density (DRHD) inks, which produce sharp text that is smudge- and highlighter-resistant. Canon MAXIFY MB2100 are built for higher-volume printing, with a 250-sheet paper cassette.
Features
- Print Resolution: 600 (horizontal) x 1200 (vertical)
- Print width: 8 inches
- Scanning Resolution: 1200 x 1200 dpi
- Automatic Document Feeder ( ADF)
- Dual Resistant High Density (DRHD) ink
- Print Speed: 19.0 ipm black and white and 13.0 ipm color
- Duplex Printing
- Print Resolution: 600 x 1200 dpi
- Mobile Printing
- Scanner Type: Flatbed
- Supports various media types
Unboxing & Initial Setup
- 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.
- Select language, date&time, time zone.
- Install the inks.
- Open the paper cassette and install the paper.
Manuals & Guides
Canon MB2100 setup on Windows
Setting up Canon MAXIFY MB2100 – Windows (Wifi):
- Prepare the Printer:
a. Press the ok button.
b. Choose wireless LAN connection.
c. Press ok and select Standard Setup.
d. Select your wifi network from the available list.
g. Enter the password.
- Download the Drivers:
a. Download and install the driver from the bottom of the page.
b. Once the installation is completed, run the installed file.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
USB Setup (Wired Setup):
- Download the Drivers:
a. Download and install the necessary drivers from the bottom of the page.
b. Once the driver installation is completed, run the installed file.
- Connect the USB Cable to your printer:
a. Plug the USB cable to your printer and the other end to your PC.
b. Go to the settings of your PC.
c. Search for bluetooth and devices.
d. Click on Printers and Scanners.
e. From the available printers list select your Canon MAXIFY MB2100.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon MB2100 setup on macOS
Setting up Canon MAXIFY MB2100 – Mac (Wifi):
- Download Drivers:
a. Download the driver package from the bottom of the page.
b. Once the installation is completed , run the installed file.
- Prepare the Printer:
a. Press the ok button.
b. Choose wireless LAN connection.
c. Press ok and select Standard Setup.
d. Select your wifi network from the available list.
g. Enter the password.
- Add Printer:
a. Open the system preferences > Printers & Scanners.
b. Select your printer and click Add.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
USB Setup (Wired Setup):
- Download Drivers:
a. Download the driver package from the bottom of the page.
b. Once the installation is completed , run the file.
- Connect the USB Cable to your printer:
a. Plug the USB cable to your printer and the other end to your Mac.
b. On your Mac click on the system preference option.
c. Now click on Printer and Scanners.
d. The available printers list will appear on the screen, select your Canon MAXIFY MB2100.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon MB2100 setup on iPhone & iPad
Setting up Canon MAXIFY MB2100 – IOS:
- Connect to the Wifi:
a. Turn on your Canon MAXIFY MB2100.
b. Make sure your Iphone/Ipad is connected to the secure internet connection.
c. Ensure that your printer and device are on the same network.
- Install the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY App:
a. Go to the app store.
b. Search for the “Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY App”.
c. Download and install the app.
- Add printer:
a. Go to the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app.
b. Now follow the on-screen instructions to add your printer.
c. App will search for the available printers, Select your Canon MAXIFY MB2100 from the available list.
d. Click on Add printer.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon MB2100 setup on Android
Setting up Canon MAXIFY MB2100 – Android:
- Install the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY App:
a. Download the app from the play store.
- Add the printer on the app:
a. Click on the add icon on the phone.
b. Now click on the register printer.
c. Select your Canon MAXIFY MB2100.
d. Now the printer is installed on your phone.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon MB2100 setup on Chromebook
Setting up Canon MAXIFY MB2100 – Chrome OS (Wifi) :
- Connect the printer to Wifi connection:
a. Choose your wifi connection from the available networks.
b. Enter the password.
c. Wait until the printer displays connected.
- 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. Your Canon MAXIFY MB2100 should appear in the list if it’s connected to the same Wi-Fi.
e. Click Add.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
USB Setup (Wired Setup):
- Connect the printer to USB Cable:
a. Plug the USB Cable into the printer and 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 on the Add Printer option.
e. Your Canon MAXIFY MB2100 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
- Cannot Find Machine on Check Printer Settings Screen:
- Solutions:
- Check the Printer Settings screen appears after searching the printer by Automatic search on the Search for Printers screen, click Redetect and search for the printer again by the IP address on the Search for Printers screen.
- Cannot Find Machine while Using Wireless LAN:
- Solutions:
- Make sure the printer is turned on, If the icon is not displayed, select Activate wireless LAN on Change LAN in LAN settings under Device settings. Make sure printer and wireless router network settings match.
- 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 and Restart the printer.
- 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
Driver Downloads
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