This article will help you to learn how to connect Canon printer to WiFi extender by Netgear so that you can begin printing using the printer. Here we’ve covered two different ways to complete the connection. You can make use of any of these methods as per your choice and convenience. We want you to know that the instructions provided in this post can be used for any WiFi router or extender. Avoid skipping the read if you do not own a Netgear wireless extender. Let’s get started without delaying anymore.
Let’s Connect Canon Printer to WiFi Extender?
Two ways to connect Canon printer to WiFi network are:
- WPS Connection
- Manual Connection
Both these methods have been clearly mentioned in the upcoming sections. All you need to do is to follow the instructions in the same manner as discussed here and you’ll set up your printer in no time.
First Things First!
As you’re going to connect your Canon printer to the Netgear wireless extender, you need to get ready a few things. You’ll need login details of the extender, thus keep mywifiext.net login credentials handy. Now validate these factors so that you can commence the connection process.
- Your Netgear WiFi extender should be properly powered on. Confirm that it has a consistent power supply to it. A partially booted up extender will cause trouble during the connection.
- The extender should be well connected to the router so that the internet signals are stable and you face no issues during connection. Use a LAN cable to ensure a solid connection.
- If you haven’t updated the firmware on the extender, then consider doing it now. You ought to log in to your extender to check firmware updates.
Let’s now begin connecting the Canon printer to the WiFi extender.
Printer to Extender WPS Connection
In the WPS method, there’s no need to use the SSID and password of your extender. However, the primary requirement is that the extender is WPS enabled. Use these steps now to connect:
- Plug in the power adapter and push the Power button on the Canon printer first to switch it on.
- Press the Settings button on the printer.
- After that, tap on Device Settings.
- Now, select LAN Settings.
- Next, tap on the Wi-Fi option.
- Next, select Wi-Fi Setup.
- Click on WPS (Push Button method) and click the OK button.
- You now need to push the WPS button on your Netgear WiFi extender now. Hold it for some time.
- Within 2 minutes of releasing the WPS button, click OK on the printer.
- The Canon printer will now find the network and connect to it.
Congratulations! You have successfully connected your printer to the network.
How to Manually Connect Canon Printer to Extender?
In this section, we will discuss how to connect Canon printer to WiFi extender manually. You need to use your phone to carry out the setup instructions. Since you’re connecting the printer to the extender’s network, use the extender’s network on the phone as well. So, join the extender’s WiFi by selecting Netgear_Ext SSID on your phone. Here are the instructions to get the job accomplished:
- Power on your printer first.
- Press the Setup button on the printer now.
- With the help of arrow buttons, choose the Wireless LAN Setup option.
- Push the OK button now.
- Next, select Other Setup > Cableless Setup.
- On your smartphone, install the Canon Print Inkjet/SELPHY app now.
- Once the app is downloaded, open it up.
- Agree to terms and conditions by tapping on the Agree button.
- Tap Yes and proceed further.
- Select the Netgear extender’s SSID from the list and enter the WiFi password.
- Choose the Canon printer model now.
- Following the on-screen prompts will help you connect the printer to the WiFi extender.
In the End
Other than the above presented two methods, one more method to connect to the internet is by using a USB cable. Simply insert the LAN cable into the wireless range extender and printer and follow the prompts on the app. You are now well aware of how to connect Canon printer to WiFi extender. Your printer is all set up to do its printing job by taking in commands from your PC or phone. With this, here we conclude our helpful post that comprises two ways to make a connection between your Canon printer and the Netgear WiFi extender.