Why is my Canon Pixma MG3620 Wireless All-In-One printer not being recognized by my computer?

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Purpose

My Canon Pixma MG3620 Wireless All-In-One printer not being recognized by my computer.

Prerequisites

You should have Canon Pixma MG3620 Wireless All-In-One printer and network (Wired/Wi-Fi) connectivity.

Steps

If your Canon Pixma MG3620 printer is not being recognized by your computer, there are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot the issue:

1. Check Network Connection:

   • Make sure your printer is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your computer. If it's not, reconnect it to the correct network.
   • On your printer, navigate to the Wi-Fi settings and ensure it's connected to the right network.

2. WPS Method (if your router has a WPS button):

   • If your router has a WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) button, you can use this method to connect your PIXMA MG3620 to Wi-Fi.
   • Press the WPS button on your router and follow the instructions in your printer's manual to connect it wirelessly.

3. Using an Android Phone/Tablet or iPhone/iPad:

   • If your router doesn't have a WPS button, you can use your Android phone/tablet or iPhone/iPad to connect the printer to Wi-Fi.
   • Follow the appropriate link below for step-by-step instructions:
     • Connect PIXMA MG3620 to Wi-Fi using iPhone/iPad
     • Connect PIXMA MG3620 to Wi-Fi using Android phone/tablet

4. Software Installation:

   • Ensure that you have installed the Canon software that comes with the printer. Sometimes, the printer requires specific software for Wi-Fi functionality.
   • If you uninstalled the Canon software, reinstall it. This should help establish the Wi-Fi connection.

5. Firewall and Blocked Ports:

   • Temporarily disable any firewall software on your computer.
   • Check if any ports are blocked in the firewall settings that might prevent communication between the printer and the computer.

Remember to follow the specific instructions for your printer model and operating system. Hopefully, one of these steps will help resolve the issue and allow your Canon Pixma MG3620 to connect wirelessly to your computer!

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