Using the Machine with the Access Point ModeBy using the machine as an access point in an environment that does not have wireless LAN router oraccess point, or by using the machine as an access point temporarily in an environment that has wirelessLAN router or access point, you can connect the machine to an external device such as a computer or asmartphone and print/scan from them.This section describes how to enable the access point mode, the access point name of the machine, andthe security setting.How to enable the Access Point ModePrinting/Scanning with the Access Point ModeHow to terminate the Access Point ModeSetting of the Access Point ModeImportant• Before using the machine with the access point mode, confirm the usage restrictions then switch themachine to the access point mode.Restrictions• If you use the machine with the access point mode for the long time, it is recommended that youchange the default access point name and the default password to the combination of numbers andletters with the point of view of security.How to enable the Access Point ModeEnable the access point mode following the procedure below.1. Make sure that the machine is turned on.2. Select Setup on the HOME screen.LCD and Operation Panel3. Select Device settings, then press the OK button.4. Use the button to select LAN settings, then press the OK button.5. Use the button to select Change LAN, then press the OK button.6. Use the button to select Access point mode active, then press the OK button.The access point name (SSID) that set currently is displayed. (When using the machine for the firsttime, the default setting is displayed.)When detecting the machine from the external device such as a computer or a smartphone, you candetect with the access point name (SSID).271
