Tired of wrestling with cables? Take your Canon TS-6420A printer wireless and experience the freedom of printing from virtually anywhere! This guide equips you with four distinct methods to establish a seamless Wi-Fi connection, ensuring effortless printing from your computer or mobile device.

Method 1: Streamlined Setup During Driver and Software Installation (Perfect for Beginners)

  1. Power Up Your Printer: Ensure your Canon TS-6420A is powered on and ready to connect.
  2. Visit Canon’s Official Website: Head over to Canon’s dedicated setup webpage (https://www.usa.canon.com/support) in your web browser.
  3. Initiate the Setup Process: Click the prominent “Start” button on the setup page. Following that, choose the option labeled “Connecting to a computer/smartphone” to indicate the device you’ll be using for printing.
  4. Download the Latest Driver: Click the clearly marked “Download” button to initiate the download of the most recent driver software for your Canon TS-6420A printer.
  5. Run the Downloaded Installer: Once the download is complete, locate the downloaded file on your computer and open it. Within the installer window, click the designated button labeled “Start Setup” to begin the installation process.
  6. Review and Download Software: Take a moment to carefully review the presented information on the screen. If you agree to the terms, click the “Next” button to proceed. The installer will automatically download the necessary software components required for wireless printing.
  7. License Agreement: A standard license agreement will be displayed. Carefully read through the terms and conditions. If you agree to proceed under these terms, click the “Yes” button.
  8. Using Canon Services (Optional): You’ll encounter a screen offering you the choice to utilize Canon-related services. Select “Agree” if you wish to take advantage of these features, or choose “Do Not Agree” if you prefer to opt out.
  9. Connection Status Check: The software will now take a moment to process information and verify the current connection status of your Canon TS-6420A printer.
  10. Wireless Setup Initiation: When prompted with the “Check the connection method” screen, ensure “Wireless Router” is selected. Click the “Yes” button to officially begin the wireless setup process.
  11. Network Selection: A list of detectable Wi-Fi networks will be displayed on your screen. Carefully select the name (SSID) of your home Wi-Fi network from the dropdown list and click “Next” to continue.
  12. Enter Wi-Fi Password: Key in your secure Wi-Fi network password exactly as it appears. Ensure caps lock is disabled if necessary, and then click “Next” to proceed.
  13. Connection Complete: Once the connection process is finalized, you’ll see a screen confirming “Connection completed.” Click the “Next” button here.
  14. Driver Installation: Follow the straightforward on-screen instructions provided by the installer to complete the driver installation process. This typically takes approximately 2 minutes.

Method 2: Manual Connection for Tech-Savvy Users

  1. Access the Printer Menu: On the control panel of your Canon TS-6420A printer, locate and press the “OK” button to enter the main menu.
  2. Navigate to Wi-Fi Setup: Using the arrow buttons on the control panel, scroll down to the “Wi-Fi Setup” option and press “OK” to select it.
  3. Manual Connection Selection: From the available Wi-Fi setup options, choose “Manual Connect” and press “OK” to confirm your selection.
  4. Select Your Network: The printer will display a list of detectable Wi-Fi networks in the vicinity. Locate and select the name (SSID) of your desired Wi-Fi network from this list, and press “OK” to proceed.
  5. Enter Network Password: Using the arrow buttons on the control panel, carefully enter your Wi-Fi network password exactly as it appears. Once entered, press the “Start” button to initiate the connection process.
  6. Connection Confirmation: After a successful connection, a message will be displayed on the printer screen stating “Connected to the wireless router.” Press the “OK” button to acknowledge this message.

Method 3: WPS Push Button Setup (For Routers with WPS Support)

Important Note: This method only works if your Wi-Fi router has a physical WPS button.

  1. Access Printer Menu: As in Method 2, use the “OK” button and arrow buttons on the printer’s control panel to navigate to the “Wi-Fi Setup” menu and select it with “OK.”
  2. Choose WPS Option: From the Wi-Fi setup options, scroll down to and select “WPS” using the arrow buttons. Confirm your selection by pressing “OK.”
  3. Confirmation Prompt: The printer will display a message asking you to confirm you want to proceed with WPS setup. Press “OK” again to confirm.
  4. Activate Router WPS Button: Locate the physical WPS button on your Wi-Fi router. Press and hold this button for a few seconds (consult your router’s user manual for the exact duration) until the wireless light on the router starts blinking rapidly.
  5. Activate Printer WPS: Within approximately 2 minutes of pressing the WPS button on your router, press the “OK” button on your Canon TS-6420A printer to initiate the connection process.
  6. Connection Confirmation: Once the connection is established successfully, you’ll see a message on the printer screen indicating “Connected to wireless router.” Press the “OK” button to acknowledge this message.

Method 4: Easy Wireless Connect via Canon PRINT App (For Mobile Printing)

Before You Begin: Ensure you have downloaded and installed the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app on your smartphone or tablet.

  1. Download Canon PRINT App (if not already done): If you haven’t already downloaded the Canon PRINT app, visit your device’s app store and search for “Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY.” Download and install the app on your mobile device.
  2. Access Printer Menu: On the control panel of your Canon TS-6420A printer, press the “OK” button to enter the main menu.
  3. Navigate to Wi-Fi Setup: Using the arrow buttons, scroll down to the “Wi-Fi Setup” option and select it by pressing “OK.”
  4. Choose Easy Wireless Connect: From the available Wi-Fi setup options, select “Easy Wireless Connect” and press “OK” to confirm.
  5. Confirmation Prompt: The printer will display a confirmation message with “Yes” highlighted. Press the “OK” button to proceed with Easy Wireless Connect.
  6. Follow App Instructions: When prompted on the printer screen, take your mobile device and launch the Canon PRINT app. Within the app, locate the prompt asking you to confirm the connection and tap “Yes” to proceed.
  7. Locate Printer: The Canon PRINT app will begin searching for nearby Canon devices. Once your Canon TS-6420A printer is detected, tap “OK” on your mobile device to proceed.
  8. Connect to Router: A message will be displayed on the app screen indicating the printer will connect to your Wi-Fi network. Tap “Yes” on your mobile device to confirm.
  9. Enter Network Password: Enter your Wi-Fi network password accurately within the Canon PRINT app on your mobile device. Once entered, tap “OK” to initiate the connection process.
  10. Setup Complete: After a successful connection, the printer screen will display a message stating “EZ Wireless Connect has been completed.” Press the “OK” button on the printer to confirm.

Additional Help: For further assistance with setting up your Canon TS-6420A printer for wireless printing, you can visit Canon’s support website (https://www.usa.canon.com/support) or call Canon support at 1-855-557-6884.