CanonMAXIFY

MF231

Last updated July 13, 2026

The Canon MF231 is a compact, monochrome laser multifunction printer designed for home offices and small businesses. It offers printing, scanning, and copying capabilities with a focus on speed, quality, and ease of use.

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 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 MF231 setup on Windows

Setting up Guide for Windows:

Install Drivers & Software
- Using CD (If Provided)
- Insert the CD that came with your printer.
- Search for “MF231”
- Download the latest drivers, MF Scan Utility, and Canon Toolbox for Windows
- Run the downloaded setup file and follow the prompts
Connect the Printer
- Wireless (Wi-Fi) Setup
  - On the printer’s control panel, press Menu
  - Go to Network Settings > Wireless LAN Settings
  - Select Yes when prompted to enable wireless LAN
  - Choose SSID (Wi-Fi network) from the list
  - Enter your Wi-Fi password
  - Wait for confirmation of connection
- During the driver installation on your PC, select Wireless Connection and follow prompts
- USB Connection
  - Connect the printer to your PC using a USB cable
  - During driver installation, select USB Connection
Add Printer to Windows
- Go to Control Panel Devices and Printers > Add a printer
- Windows should detect your Canon MF231dw
- Select it and complete the installation
Print a test page from:
- Control Panel > Devices and Printers > Right-click MF231>Printer Properties >Print Test Page

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Troubleshooting Steps

Printer Not Connecting to Wi-Fi
- Possible Causes:
  - Incorrect Wi-Fi password
  - Printer out of range
  - Network issues
- Solutions:
  - Check Wi-Fi signal strength
  - Reconnect to Wi-Fi:
  - Menu Network Settings > Wireless LAN Settings > Select Network > Enter Password
  - Restart your router and printer
  - Ensure your Wi-Fi network isn’t hidden
  - Ensure your printer and device (PC, mobile) are on the same network
Printer Not Detected on Computer or Mobile
- Possible Causes:
  - Device not on the same network
  - Driver or app not installed properly
- Solutions:
  - For Windows/Mac: Reinstall drivers from Canon’s official site
  - For iOS/Android: Install Canon PRINT Business app and search for printer
  - Disable VPN temporarily (can interfere with local devices)
  - Reboot all devices
Print Jobs Not Starting
- Possible Causes:
  - Print queue stuck
  - Printer in error state
  - Out of paper or toner
- Solutions:
  - Check printer LCD for error messages
  - Cancel all print jobs from:
  - Windows > Control Panel > Devices and Printers > Right-click MF231w> See What’s Printing >Cancel all jobs
  - Ensure paper is loaded and toner is not empty
  - Restart printer and try again
Poor Print Quality
- Possible Causes:
  - Low toner
  - Dirty internal parts
  - Incorrect paper settings
- Solutions:
  - Check toner levels
  - Run a Cleaning Cycle from printer menu:
  - Menu>Adjustment/Maintenance >Clean Fixing Assembly
  - Ensure correct paper type is selected in print settings

Downloads

Driver Download

Your model MF231

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App Download

Canon PRINT for phones and tablets

iOS App Android App

Driver downloads for Canon MF231 on Unknown are available for registered users.

Features

3-in-1 functions: Combines printing, copying, and scanning in one device to save space and streamline workflow.
Fast monochrome printing: Provides a print and copy speed of up to 23 pages per minute (ppm) for A4-sized documents
Laser technology: Delivers professional-looking results with crisp, sharp text and graphics.
High print resolution: Offers a print quality of up to 1200 x 1200 dpi (dots per inch), with a print resolution of 600 x 600 dpi.
Quick First-Print: Features technology that allows the printer to wake from sleep mode and start printing almost instantly.

Compatibility

Windows macOS iOS Android ChromeOS

Device detected Detected OS: Unknown

Error codes

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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.

MF231

In this Setup

Unboxing & Initial Setup

Manuals & Guides

Canon MF231 setup on Windows

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Canon MF231 setup on macOS

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Canon MF231 setup on iPhone & iPad

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Canon MF231 setup on Android

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Canon MF231 setup on Chromebook

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Troubleshooting Steps

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MF231

In this Setup

Unboxing & Initial Setup

Manuals & Guides

Canon MF231 setup on Windows

Register to Download & Connect

Canon MF231 setup on macOS

Register to Download & Connect

Canon MF231 setup on iPhone & iPad

Register to Download & Connect

Canon MF231 setup on Android

Register to Download & Connect

Canon MF231 setup on Chromebook

Register to Download & Connect

Troubleshooting Steps

Downloads

Driver Download

App Download

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