Canon MAXIFY MB5420 MB5400 series PDF User Manual Mac - Page 374

AirPort Network (Infra) Connects the printer to the wireless LAN with a wireless router. Direct Connection Connects external wireless communication devices (e.g. computers, smartphones, or tablets) to the printer using it as an access point (wireless router). Note • When Direct Connection is displayed on Network Type:, you cannot change the settings on the Wireless LAN sheet or the Admin Password sheet. • You can change or check the settings from Set up printer's direct connection... on the Settings menu when you use the printer with the direct connection (access point mode). Changing Settings in Direct Connection 2. Network (SSID): The network name (SSID) of the wireless LAN currently used is displayed. Note • Enter the same SSID that the wireless router is configured to use. The SSID is casesensitive. In the direct connection (access point mode), the access point name (SSID) of the printer is displayed. 3. Search... The Wireless Routers screen is displayed to select a wireless router to connect to. Wireless Routers Screen Note • When IJ Network Tool runs over a LAN, the button is grayed out and cannot be selected. Connect the printer and the computer with a USB cable temporarily to change the settings. 4. Encryption Method: Select the encryption method used over the wireless LAN. Important • If all encryption types of the wireless router, printer, or computer do not match, the printer cannot communicate with the computer. If the printer cannot communicate with the computer after the encryption type of the printer was switched, make sure encryption types for the computer and the wireless router match that set to the printer. • If you connect to a network that is not protected with security measures, there is a risk of disclosing data such as your personal information to a third party. Do Not Use Select to disable encryption. Use Password (WEP) Transmission is encrypted using a WEP key you specified. 374