How to connect the MFP to a computer

MFPs combine the functions of a scanner, copier and printer in their enclosure. By and large, this is printing equipment combined with a scanner. It is not uncommon for users of this technique to cause many problems regarding connection and device settings. But everything is very simple.

What you need to connect

There are several options for connecting the MFP:

1. Local. This option involves connecting the MFP via USB or WIFI. Moreover, the connection is made using the software, which is standard. Typically, such a connection occurs without problems.
2. Networked. With this option, the device is connected to the PC locally and, due to shared access, allows this printing device to be used by other computers. You can make a network MFP if you connect the equipment to a PC and allow print access to all users on the network.

Important points

Before setting up the printer, you need to familiarize yourself with the performance characteristics:

1. You need to go into the equipment properties and find the "Fax Properties" section. Here you will need to fill in the appropriate columns. You will certainly need to specify the number and turn off the "Error Correction" function.
2. After you need to configure the print settings.

Reference! If the MFP is installed in the office and the PBX is located, it is necessary to update the equipment software. You can do this on the website of the manufacturer of this printer.

Step-by-step connection

Often there are situations when the number of MFPs is less than the PC on this network, and when printing files, additional hardware settings for printing files are required. In these cases, there are several connection methods.

MFP to computer via USB

When installing the equipment, you need to use the appropriate drivers:

1. Before connecting the printer, it must be powered from the mains and, naturally, to a PC. Then you need to start the hardware driver. If the device is new, then, taking into account the instructions, you need to remove the transport tape.
2. Then you need to turn off the printer and insert the wire into the appropriate USB connector. Then turn on the printer.
3. The computer will see the MFP, a message will be displayed below indicating the equipment found. After that, the installation window appears, in which further actions are indicated. You will need to click "Next", before installing the software CD.
4. Then, when the required programs have been installed, you will need to go to the "Start". After in "Printers and Faxes". In case of malfunctions, the equipment will not be displayed.
5. If successful, check the print. Right-click on the name of the MFP and open the "Properties". Then find "Test Print", and click on this item.
6. Drivers for the equipment can be delivered from the menu "Printers and Faxes". You will need to double-click "Add Printer." Then the setup wizard is activated and the corresponding menu appears. In here, click "Next". If you want the operating system to find the connected equipment itself, you need to check the box next to the "Automatic printer installation" menu. Then the MFP is searched and the drivers are downloaded.
7. If the required software is not available, you need to go to the printer manufacturer’s website and download the driver from it. Why do you need to indicate the name of the manufacturer of the device in the search engine, it is best in English, press "Enter". Drivers are most often in the form of an unpacked archive. Due to this, difficulties during installation will not arise.

MFP to computer via Wi-Fi

As a rule, this equipment is connected via Wi-Fi only using a separate access point. Connecting the device via Wi-Fi is possible only using a USB cable:

1. Before connecting the printer using Wi-Fi, first of all, you need to make the settings of the access point.
2. Then you need to configure Wi-Fi directly on the printing equipment and then connect it to the access point. Now, the software for the MFP is downloaded to the PC and the printer that is connected to the network is detected.
3. You need to turn on the printing device and set certain parameters. Then you need to find the next point to connect the MFP via Wi-Fi and click "YES" in the window that appears.
4. Then the "Quick Setup" menu is selected.
5. When the equipment finds a local network, you must specify the Wi-Fi code specified in the properties of the router.
6. After you need to confirm the specified code. When connected to Wi-Fi, the light must light up in blue.

Connecting the printer to a PC using Wi-Fi or USB is very simple. This can help set up the print mode after moving or acquiring a new device. And you do not need to expect a specialist or spend money for his services.