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Checking the Available Connection Methods for the Wireless LAN (MF8380Cdw/MF8080Cw Only)

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Be Sure to Check Before Setting

The setup of the computer and wireless LAN router or access point must be completed.

If the network has not been set up properly, you will not be able to use the machine on the wireless LAN network. For more information, see the instruction manual for the network device you are using, or contact the networking device manufacturer.

Caution

Precautions when connecting to a wireless LAN

The configuration of your computer or networked device, as well as the router functions, setting methods and security settings, vary depending on your environment.
You can connect the machine to either a wireless LAN or wired LAN, but you cannot use both at the same time. When using a wireless LAN connection, do not connect a LAN cable to the machine. This may cause malfunctions.
If using the machine in your office, consult with your network administrator.

Switching the Connection Method to Wireless LAN

1. Press [ ] (Menu).

2. Select ⋖Network Settings⋗ with [ ] or [ ], and then press [OK].

The screen below is displayed for approximately 5 seconds. (You do not need to turn the machine OFF/ON in this step.)

3. Select ⋖Select Wired/Wireless LAN⋗ using [ ] or [ ], and then press [OK].

4. Select ⋖Wireless LAN⋗ using [ ] or [ ], and then press [OK].

5. Turns the machine OFF/ON when the following screen disappears.

It is necessary to turn the machine OFF/ON to activate the settings.

Turn OFF the machine and wait for at least 10 seconds before turning it back ON.

MF8380Cdw

MF8080Cw/MF8010Cn

Selecting a Method for Setting the Wireless LAN

Two methods are provided for connecting to the wireless LAN or access point, connecting using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) function or connecting manually.

Select the appropriate setting method after checking the following functions on the wireless LAN or access point you are using.

When WPS button is placed

Caution

Checking WPS functions

Check whether the box or body of the wireless LAN router or access points that you are using supports the WPS function.

As an example, a symbol such as shown below can be seen on the shipping box or machine.

This supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup).

If you are not sure if WPS is supported, contact the wireless LAN router or access point manufacturer.

When WPS button is not placed

Setup manually. For details, see "Setting by Manually Selecting an Access Point" in "Setting the Wireless LAN Manually."

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