How to set up a canon printer without the CD

Steps to set up a Canon printer without the CD

Connect using Wi-Fi

  • Connect one end of the power cable to the printer and another end to the power outlet.
  • Make sure that the printer installation is done with a basic setup, such as installing ink, loading paper, etc., based upon the printer model.
  • After completing the basic hardware setup, turn on your Wi-Fi router.
  • Check whether the printer is placed within the Wi-Fi network range.
  • Now, connect your Canon printer to the Wi-Fi-based on the printer model.
Canon MG3600 Setup

Install the software

  • Make sure that you connect the computer to the Wi-Fi to which the printer is connected.
  • Open the default web browser and go to the official web page of Canon.
  • Search for the printer model and select the Support tab.
  • Search and locate the printer driver and click Download.
  • Once downloaded, go to the Downloads page.
  • Now, double-click on the setup file to install the software.
  • Wait until the installation process gets completed.
  • Open the printer driver and click Start setup on the Welcome page.
  • Choose the Wireless connection on the Connection method page.
  • Click on the Next option and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
  • Wait until the “Successfully Connected” message appears on the desktop.

Setup using a USB cable

If your Canon printer does not support the Wi-Fi feature, you can connect the device to the computer using a USB cable.

  • Turn on the printer.
  • Ensure that the basic setup of the printer is done. 
  • Now, turn on your computer and connect it to the Internet.
  • Go to the official web page of Canon and download the printer driver.
  • Make sure that you download the software that supports your OS.
  • Once downloaded, click Install.
  • Wait until the installation process gets completed.
  • Click Start setup and choose the Local USB connection on the Connection method page.
  • Click on the Next option and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. Make sure that you connect the printer and the computer using the USB cable when you are prompted during the software installation.

Using the above-provided methods, you can set up your Canon printer without the CD.