CanonimageCLASS
MF731Cdw
In this Setup
Requirements & Prerequisite
Gather the following items before you begin setup. Tick each one as you get it.
Overview
Canon image CLASS MF731Cdw is a 3-in-1 color laser printer which also offers rich capabilities in a high quality, reliable printing that is ideal for any office environment. It also offers scanning and copying capabilities to help you accomplish necessary tasks with just one machine. Canon imageCLASS MF731Cdw has wireless connectivity, increasing your productivity and allowing you to print from almost anywhere in your home or office. It also has built-in Wi-Fi®, Direct Connection capability.
Features
- Print Speed: 28 ppm
- Energy saver mode
- Vivid and Vibrant Colour Technology
- Duplex Laser Printing
- Print Resolution: 600 x 600 dpi
- Various print modes
- Copy Type: Colour Laser
- Copy Speed: 28 ppm
- Copy Resolution: 600 x 600 dpi
- Scan Type: Colour Contact Image Sensor (CIS)
- Scanning Resolution: 600 x 600 dpi
- Compatible with various media sizes
- 5 Inch Colour Touch LCD display
Unboxing & Initial Setup
- Printer not connecting to wifi:
- Possible Causes: Incorrect password, weak, signal or outdated firmware.
- Solutions:
- a. Ensure your Wi-Fi password is correct
- b. Place the printer close to the router
- c. Re-run Easy Wireless Connect
- d. Press Setup >Wi-Fi Setup >Easy Wireless Connect
- e. Restart the router and printer
- f. Check for firmware updates via Canon’s official website
- Print Not Detected by computer or mobile:
- Solutions:
- a. Ensure both printer and device are on the same Wi-Fi network
- b. Restart your printer and device
- c. Reinstall the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app (for mobile)
- d. For USB connection, ensure the cable is securely connected
- e. On Windows/Mac, reinstall the printer driver
- Paper Jam:
- Solutions:
- a. Turn off the printer
- b. Gently remove jammed paper from the rear tray, output slot, or inside the printer
- c. Check for torn paper pieces
- d. Restart the printer
- Poor Print Quality (Faded, Streaks, Missing Colors)
- Solution:
- a. Check ink levels and replace cartridges if needed
- b. Run Print Head Cleaning:
- c. Press Setup >Maintenance>Cleaning
- d. Perform Print Head Alignment via the same menu
- e. Ensure you’re using compatible paper
Manuals & Guides
Canon MF731Cdw setup on Windows
Setting up Canon imageCLASS MF731Cdw – Mac (Wifi):
- Prepare the printer:
a. Select Menu on the display.
b. Select Preferences.
c. Select network settings.
d. Now select wireless LAN settings.
e. Select SSID Settings.
f. Tap on Select Access Point.
g. Select your wifi network and enter the password.
h. Press the home button to return to the main screen.
- Download Drivers:
a. Download the driver package from the bottom of the page.
b. Once the installation is completed , run the installed file.
- 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 imageCLASS MF731Cdw.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon MF731Cdw setup on macOS
Setting up Canon imageCLASS MF731Cdw – IOS:
- Connect to the Wifi:
a. Turn on your Canon imageCLASS MF731Cdw.
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 imageCLASS MF731Cdw from the available list.
d. Click on Add printer.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon MF731Cdw setup on iPhone & iPad
Setting up Canon imageCLASS MF731Cdw – 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 imageCLASS MF731Cdw.
d. Now the printer is installed on your phone.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon MF731Cdw setup on Chromebook
Setting up Canon imageCLASS MF731Cdw – 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 imageCLASS MF731Cdw 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 imageCLASS MF731Cdw 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.
Canon MF731Cdw setup on Linux
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Troubleshooting Steps
Setting up Canon imageCLASS MF731Cdw – Windows (Wifi):
- Prepare the printer:
a. Select Menu on the display.
b. Select Preferences.
c. Select network settings.
d. Now select wireless LAN settings.
e. Select SSID Settings.
f. Tap on Select Access Point.
g. Select your wifi network and enter the password.
h. Press the home button to return to the main screen.
- 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 imageCLASS MF731Cdw.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
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