CanonPIXMA

MG3090

Last updated July 13, 2026

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.

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In this Setup

  1. 1 Requirements & Prerequisite
  2. 2 Features
  3. 3 Unboxing & Initial Setup
  4. 4 Manuals & Guides Reg. only
  5. 5 Troubleshooting Steps Reg. only
  6. 6 Downloads Reg. only
  7. 7 Error codes Reg. only
  8. 8 FAQ Reg. only
Requirements & Prerequisite

Gather the following items before you begin setup. Tick each one as you get it.

Unboxing & Initial Setup

Step 1 of 5 Take printer out

Open the box fully and lift the printer upward with support from both sides.

  1. Take out the printer from the box.
  2. Remove the packaging.
  3. Remove and discard the protective tape.
  4. Connect the power cord, and then press the ON button.
  5. Install the ink cartridges.
  6. Load plain LTR or A4 size paper.

Manuals & Guides

Canon MG3090 setup on Windows

Setting up Canon PIXMA MG3090 – Windows (Wifi):

  1. 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. 

  1. 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.

  1. Print the Test page:

a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.

USB Setup (Wired Setup):

  1. 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.

  1. 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.

  1. Print the Test page:

a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.

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Troubleshooting Steps

  1. Printer not connecting to wifi:
  2. Possible Causes: Incorrect password, weak, signal or outdated firmware.
  3. Solutions:
  4. a. Ensure your Wi-Fi password is correct
  5. b. Place the printer close to the router
  6. c. Re-run Easy Wireless Connect
  7. d. Press Setup >Wi-Fi Setup >Easy Wireless Connect
  8. e. Restart the router and printer
  9. f. Check for firmware updates via Canon’s official website
  10. Print Not Detected by computer or mobile:
  11. Solutions:
  12. a. Ensure both printer and device are on the same Wi-Fi network
  13. b. Restart your printer and device
  14. c. Reinstall the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app (for mobile)
  15. d. For USB connection, ensure the cable is securely connected
  16. e. On Windows/Mac, reinstall the printer driver
  17. Paper Jam:
  18. Solutions:
  19. a. Turn off the printer
  20. b. Gently remove jammed paper from the rear tray, output slot, or inside the printer
  21. c. Check for torn paper pieces
  22. d. Restart the printer
  23. Poor Print Quality (Faded, Streaks, Missing Colors)
  24. Solution:
  25. a. Check ink levels and replace cartridges if needed
  26. b. Run Print Head Cleaning:
  27. c. Press Setup >Maintenance>Cleaning
  28. d. Perform Print Head Alignment via the same menu
  29. e. Ensure you’re using compatible paper

Downloads

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