topic Re: Need help with set up of mx490 printer in Desktop Inkjet Printers

Need help with set up of mx490 printer

Winter5Blue — Thu, 15 May 2025 12:03:11 GMT

Never used Canon before. Cannot read the small print. Bought used and am trying to get it to print with no luck. There has got to be a simple step by sptep procedure to follow but the manueal online is very unclear and not complete enopugh with information. Please help. I am ready to throw this thru a window and I am on a deadline for printing from internet and coping

Re: Need help with set up of mx490 printer

shadowsports — Thu, 15 May 2025 01:30:08 GMT

Greetings,

Are you using Windows or Mac OS?

Drivers and software are available here:

https://www.csai.canon.com/support/p/pixma-mx490

For wireless connections, please see this KB article.

https://support.usa.canon.com/kb/s/article/ART100499

If connecting to wireless, one thing many people miss is putting the printer into wireless setup mode.

The printer supports 2.4Ghz wireless that uses WPA2 encryption. Please ensure your network meets this requirement.

If connecting to USB, please install the software first and connect the printer when prompted.

Re: Need help with set up of mx490 printer

jackleenandrey — Thu, 15 May 2025 04:30:18 GMT

Hang in there—Canon printers can be tricky at first, but there’s usually a straightforward fix. Try installing the correct driver for your exact model from Canon’s official website, then connect via USB or Wi-Fi and set it as your default printer. For printing from the internet, open the page, press Ctrl+P (or Command+P on Mac), and select the Canon printer. If you're still stuck, feel free to share the model number—someone here might be able to walk you through it!