Canon Color imageCLASS MF8280Cw Getting Started - Page 12

Connecting to the Computer Check! Choosing the Method to Connect the Machine to the Computer First, you need to decide on the method you would like to connect your machine to the computer. Choose from the following three options. Connecting via a Wired LAN You can connect the machine to the computer through a wired router. Use the LAN cables to connect the machine to the wired router. • Make sure that there is an available port in the router to connect the machine and the computer. • Have a LAN Cable of Category 5 twisted-pair cable or higher ready. Windows Macintosh LAN Cable Wired Router P. 13 P. 15 Connecting via a USB You can connect the machine to the computer using a USB cable. Windows Macintosh USB Cable P. 19 P. 21 Connecting via a Wireless LAN See "Wireless LAN Setting Guide" You can connect the machine to the computer through a wireless router*. Since it is connected wireless, no LAN cables are needed. * A wireless router which supports IEEE 802.11b/g/n is required. Wireless Router NOTE You can find a video and written guides which will ensure a smooth setup of the machine into your existing wireless environment at: www.usa.canon.com/WirelessHelp. If you are not sure whether your router is wired or wireless: See the instruction manual provided with your network device, or contact the manufacturer. 12