Connecting the Cables2-32Installing the Printer2Using a USB CableConnect the printer to a computer equipped with a USB port using a USB cable.WARNINGWhen plugging or unplugging the USB cable when the power plug is plugged inan AC power outlet, do not touch the metal part of the connector, as this mayresult in electrical shock.IMPORTANT• Do not plug or unplug the USB cable while the computer and printer are ON, as this mayresult in damage to the printer.• This printer uses bi-directional communication. Operation of the printer when connectedvia unidirectional communication equipment has not been tested, and as a result, Canoncannot guarantee printer operation when the printer is connected using unidirectionalprint servers, USB hubs or switching devices.NOTE• The appropriate USB interface varies depending on the operating system of theconnected computer as follows. For more details, contact your local authorized Canondealer.- Windows 98/Me: USB Full-Speed (USB1.1 equivalent)- Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista: USB 2.0 Hi-Speed/USB Full-Speed (USB1.1equivalent)- Mac OS X 10.3.2 or earlier: USB Full-Speed (USB 1.1 equivalent)- Mac OS X 10.3.3 or later: USB 2.0 Hi-Speed/USB Full-Speed (USB1.1 equivalent)• When you connect this printer to a computer with a USB cable, use a computer withmanufacturer's guarantee of USB proper operation.• This printer does not come with a USB cable. Have an appropriate one available for thecomputer you are using. Use a USB cable with the following symbol.1 Make sure that the printer and computer are OFF.
