CanonPIXMA
MG3090
In this Setup
Requirements & Prerequisite
Gather the following items before you begin setup. Tick each one as you get it.
Overview
Canon PIXMA MG3090 is a multifunctional inkjet printer. It is designed for seamless wireless printing. It is ideal for homes, students and offices. Canon PIXMA MG3090 comes in space saving design. It produces high quality printing at a minimal budget.
Features
- Print Resolution: 4800 x 600 dpi
- Print Speed: 8.0 ipm black and 4.0 ipm color
- Compatible with multiple paper sizes
- Borderless Printing
- Manual Duplex Printing
- Scanner Type: Flatbed
- Scanning Resolution: 600 x 1200 dpi
- Scanner Element: Contact Image Sensor (CIS)
- Copy Speed: 28 seconds (sFCOT) for color document
Unboxing & Initial Setup
- Take out the printer from the box.
- Remove the packaging.
- Remove and discard the protective tape.
- Connect the power cord, and then press the ON button.
- Install the ink cartridges.
- Load plain LTR or A4 size paper.
Manuals & Guides
Canon MG3090 setup on Windows
Setting up Canon PIXMA MG3090 – Windows (Wifi):
- Prepare the printer:
a. Press and hold the wifi button until the wifi light flashes.
b. Press the color button and then the wifi button until the direct lamp lights up.
c. Press the color button again. Check that the power and the wifi lamp flashes.
d. Press the WPS button on your router within two minutes.
e. The wifi light on the printer will flash when the connection is done, the power light and wifi light will stop flashing and remain lit.
- 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 PIXMA MG3090.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon MG3090 setup on macOS
Setting up Canon PIXMA MG3090 – Mac (Wifi):
- Prepare the printer:
a. Press and hold the wifi button until the wifi light flashes.
b. Press the color button and then the wifi button until the direct lamp lights up.
c. Press the color button again. Check that the power and the wifi lamp flashes.
d. Press the WPS button on your router within two minutes.
e. The wifi light on the printer will flash when the connection is done, the power light and wifi light will stop flashing and remain lit.
- 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 PIXMA MG3090.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon MG3090 setup on iPhone & iPad
Setting up Canon PIXMA MG3090 – IOS:
- Connect to the Wifi:
a. Turn on your Canon PIXMA MG3090.
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 PIXMA MG3090 from the available list.
d. Click on Add printer.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon MG3090 setup on Android
Setting up Canon PIXMA MG3090 – 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 PIXMA MG3090.
d. Now the printer is installed on your phone.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Troubleshooting Steps
- 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
Driver Downloads
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