Canon has long been a leader and trusted company in the electronics and technology market. They are well-known for their high-quality yet affordable cameras and printers. Even though they are a well-loved brand, their printers can still experience problems, error messages, and glitches that interfere with the devices’ ability to perform properly. While no one wants to deal with printer problems, in most cases the issue or error message you are experiencing can be corrected with a simple reset.
To reset the Canon printer, press and hold down the Stop button. Keep the button pressed down until the printer alarm sequence starts. After the alarm flashes 19 times, release the Stop button. The Canon printer has now been reset.
While the above reset process will typically work for most Canon printers, some models may require other steps to reset the device. The best course of action is to follow the reset process outlined in your printer’s owner’s manual. The information found in the owner’s manual is for your specific model of Canon printer.
If you’re still having issues with your Canon printer even after resetting the device. Reach out to Canon Product Support for further assistance.
How To Hard Reset Canon Printer To Factory Settings
Factory resetting your Canon printer is a last resort since this simple act restores the device to its “out of the box” state. This means that any settings you changed or programmed into the printer will be lost once it has been factory reset. Furthermore, after the process, you will have to complete the initial setup process all over again.
To factory reset the Canon printer, click on the Setup button and then navigate to the Device Settings. Press Okay and then click on Reset Setting. Click on the OK button and select Reset All. Confirm that you want to reset the device by selecting Yes.
Once you have pressed okay, the Canon printer will reset back to factory settings. Keep in mind that factory resetting the device should be used as a last ditch effort to fix any problems it may be having. All other troubleshooting steps should be tried before resetting the printer back to factory settings.
How Do I Reset My Canon Printer After Refill/Changing Ink?
Refilling or changing your printer ink is one of the most common printer maintenance steps that you will have to perform. How often this occurs, however, depends on how much printing you do, as well as how much ink is used. When you do refill or change the ink, it is always a good idea to do a reset to the printer cartridge to help clear out any errors or glitches that may occur from the device having low ink.
To reset the Canon printer after you refill or change the ink, you should first remove the ink cartridge from the print and sit it in a safe location for the moment. Turn the printer off and unplug it from the outlet for 10 minutes. After the allotted time, plug the printer back on.
Once the printer has been plugged back in, reinstall the ink cartridge and then turn the printer back on. Let the Canon printer boot up completely. The Canon printer has been reset and is ready to use.
If you are still receiving a low ink message even after resetting the printer, try running the Canon Printer Assistant Tool and then resetting the printer cartridge from inside the program. To reach the reset printer cartridge, click on Remaining Ink Notification Settings and then select the ink color you replaced or refilled. You will see a Reset link. Click on that link to reset the cartridge.
How Do I Reset My Canon Printer Counter?
Sometimes, a Canon printer will need to have its printer page counter reset in order to start functioning again. This sometimes happens after the ink has been replaced. While this problem can be frustrating, you can easily correct it by pressing a few buttons in a certain order.
To reset the page counter on your Canon printer, press the power and hold the printer’s power button and then press the cancel button 6 times. Make sure you are holding down the power button while you press the cancel button.
Let up on all the buttons and then press the cancel button 5 more times. Press the power button one more time to turn the printer off and then back on again. This will reset the Canon printer counter and the number will start back at 0.
How Do I Reset My Canon Printer Password?
The Canon printer password is typically set up at the time of purchase, and is usually the device’s serial number. You can, however, change the printer’s password after it has already been set up.
To change a Canon printer password, open the printer’s status on your web browser, making sure the printer is turned on during the process. Select the Security tab from the menu and then click on Administrator Password Setting > Change Administrator Password.
You will then be prompted to change or set the password. The password will need to be at least 4 characters, but no more than 32 characters. With that said, however, Canon recommends using at least 8 or more characters for a more secure password.
How Do I Reset My Canon Printer To A New Router?
Upgrading your router is a wonderful way to ensure your internet is running as fast as it can with fewer issues. It can also improve the security of your internet service. One of the downsides of getting a new router, however, is that you will need to reconnect it to your devices, such as your wireless Canon printer. Thankfully, the entire reset and reconnecting process is rather simple and only takes a few minutes to complete.
To reset a Canon printer to a new router, make sure the printer is near the new router and there is paper in the tray. Turn the Canon printer on and select the Setup or Wireless menu. Under the Settings or Network Setup, click on Restore Network Settings, and follow the prompts.
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You will need the network’s name and password to finish the setup. When you have this information, click on the Wireless Setup Wizard. You will be prompted to enter the network name and password. Once this info has been entered, the Canon printer will be connected to the new router.
How Do I Reset The WiFi On My Canon Printer?
Wireless printers give you the ability to print from your computer, tablet, or smart phone without having to connect the devices to one another using a cord. Instead, the devices are connected through the internet network and utilize WiFi to send the information from the device to the printer. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for issues to arise when printing wirelessly. The good news is that, in most cases, resetting the WiFi on the Canon printer will correct the problem.
To reset the WiFi on your Canon printer you will need to first turn off the device and then restart it. Press the WiFi button and keep it held down until the ON light flashes. Once the light flashes, release the WiFi button. The printer’s WiFi has now been reset.
If you’re still experiencing issues, consider resetting your router by unplugging it for about 60 seconds. After the allotted time, plug the router back in and let the device reconnect to the internet. If the printer still cannot connect to WiFi, then the issue could be a problem with your internet connection or a faulty router.
How To Reset A Canon Printer Cartridge
Resetting your Canon printer cartridge is recommended after the ink cartridges have been changed or filled. You may also want to consider performing this simple task if you are receiving low ink level messages, especially if you know for a fact that the ink isn’t low.
You can reset a Canon printer cartridge by turning the printer on and opening the Canon Printer Assistant Tool. Select the Remaining Ink Notification Settings, and then click on the ink color. Select Reset to reset the printer cartridge.
Keep in mind, however, that you will need to refill the ink cartridge to the limit line. Each color cartridge that has been refilled will need to be reset.
How To Reset Canon Printer Counter
The Canon printer counter keeps track of how many pieces of paper are printed by the device. This count may or may not include maintenance pages that are printed. Knowing this information can help you determine how many pages you get for each ink cartridge, which means you can reset the counter after you have replaced the ink.
To reset the Canon counter, turn the printer off but make sure it is still plugged into the electrical outlet. Press and hold the Stop/Reset button. The power button will light up. Press the Stop/Reset button twice while also holding down the Power button.
Once you release the two buttons, the printer will automatically go into service mode. The On/Off lights turn green, press the Stop/Reset button 4 times to reset the counter. After it has been reset, unplug the printer from the power outlet and wait for about 30 seconds. Plug the device back in and turn it on. The Canon printer counter has now been reset.
How To Reset Canon Printer Low Ink
A useful feature that Canon printers have is that it alerts you that the printer ink is low. This lets you know ahead of time that the ink is running low and will need to be refilled soon.
Reset the Canon printer’s low ink by first filling up the cartridge with ink, making sure not to over fill it. Turn the device on and open the Printer Assistant Tool. Click on the Ink Notification settings, followed by the ink color. Select the Reset link to reset the low ink alert.
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If you want to bypass the low ink alert and continue printing, press and hold down the Stop button for about 10 seconds. The low indicator will go out and your printing project will resume.
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How To Reset Canon Printer Using Service Tool
The Canon service tool is utilized to reset or reprogram the device. It is typically used after a component of the printer has been replaced. It can also help to clear any error messages that the printer may be giving. Before you can use the service tool, however, you will need to download and install it on your computer.
To reset the Canon printer using the Service Tool, you will first need to put the printer into service mode. Once in service mode, open the Service Tool on your computer and make sure there is paper in your printer tray. Follow the prompts to reset the printer.
You can put the printer in service mode by first turning the device off, and then connect the printer to the laptop with a USB cable. Press and hold down the Stop button and the Start button. Keep the Start button held down while you release the Stop button. Press the Stop button 5 times and then release the Start button. The printer is now in Service mode and the Service Tool can be used to reset the device.
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How To Reset Canon Printer WiFi Password
Wireless Canon printers connect to your network through your router. In order to connect the device to your WiFi, you will need to know the WiFi password. This password can be changed at any time. The new password can then be used to connect the Canon printer to your wireless network.
To reset the WiFi password, open the internet router configuration page on your preferred browser. Log into the router and then click WLAN or Wireless link located in the menu. The page will update and there will be an option for WiFi Password or Key. This is where you enter your new password.
Choose a password that is long and has a random mixture of numbers, letters, and symbols. This will make it harder for hackers to figure it out.
How To Reset My Canon Printer WiFi
Even though technology makes our lives easier in many ways, it can also cause added stress and frustration when it doesn’t work as intended. When your Canon printer, for example, cannot connect to WiFi, it prevents the device from printing. Thankfully, you can typically correct the issue by resetting the WiFi.
To reset the Canon printer WiFi, first unplug the router from its power source and wait 60 seconds. Plug the router back in and allow the network to come back up. Once the internet is back up, connect the printer to WiFi as you normally would.
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If the printer still cannot connect to WiFi, check to ensure that other WiFi-enabled devices are connected to the internet. If not, then the issue is with either the WiFi or the internet. Contact your internet provider and inquire about possible outages in your area.
How To Reset Printer Memory Canon
There may come a time when you want or need to delete the printer memory from your Canon printer. This is a useful task, especially if you are giving the printer away or selling it to someone else. It can also help fix glitches that the printer may experience every so often.
Reset the printer memory on your Canon device by pressing the Fax button, followed by the right function button. The screen will display the memory reference. Using the up and down buttons, select the Delete Documents link and then click on OK to confirm the action.
If your Canon printer doesn’t have a Fax button, you can perform a factory reset to delete the device’s memory.
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