PIXMA MX452 Cannot Connect Scanner to Mac

[katshe77]

I have a new mac laptop (first mac). My printer/scanner is a Canon MX452. The printer shows up in my list of printers in System Preferences "Printer & Scanners" and I can print from my Mac to the printer. I've got the printer set up and working. However, the same device is also a scanner, but it does not list itself as one there and gives no scan option. 

I downloaded the scan driver from the Canon website, and I have "Canon IJ Scan Utility" in my applications. I can open that, but when I try to scan it says Scanner is turned off or USB cable is disconnected. My scanner is on, but I don't have the computer attached to it with a cable. I want to wirelessly scan (just like I can print).

On my scanner when I try to go to settings to detect this Mac it does not see it and offer it as an option. 

Is there a way I can get the wireless scanning set up? Any ideas? Or must I hook up with a cable (which I would have to buy an adaptor for etc.)? 

(FYI the wireless scanning does work for my PC.)

[shadowsports]

Hi Patrick,

Welcome.  Do you need assistance?  May I ask that you please start a new topic.  Please include the model of your product.  Also, the operating system (version and build) you are using it with and a brief description of your issue.  Stephen's link above opens just fine.  Its for Canon Canada's support portal.

When you insert yourself into the middle of a 5 yr old topic, it makes it difficult for those of us who are trying to help.  its also harder for others seeking solutions to find answers.  A new topic ensures your request for help gets the visibility it deserves.  Thanks in advance. 😉

[PatrickJTowey]

I will give it a go.