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The **Canon PIXMA TS3420** is one of the most popular all-in-one wireless inkjet printers designed for home and small office use. With convenient features like **Wi-Fi connectivity**, **mobile printing**, **Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app compatibility**, and **compact design**, it provides seamless printing, scanning, and copying. However, the most important step before using the printer is connecting it to WiFi.
If you are having trouble connecting your Canon PIXMA TS3420 to Wi-Fi or want a complete guide, this comprehensive article explains **every method** in detail.
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# **đź“Ś Why WiFi Setup Is Important?**
Connecting your Canon TS3420 to WiFi allows you to:
* Print wirelessly from **Windows, Mac, iPhone, iPad, Android**
* Use apps like **Canon PRINT, Apple AirPrint, Google Cloud Print alternatives**
* Enable mobile scanning
* Print from anywhere on the same network
* Avoid USB cables cluttering your workspace
Having WiFi setup properly ensures hassle-free printing throughout the device lifecycle.
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# **⚙️ Ways to Connect Canon PIXMA TS3420 to WiFi**
You can set up the TS3420 using:
1. **WPS (Wireless Protected Setup) method**
2. **Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY App** (iPhone/Android)
3. **Manual wireless setup**
4. **Using Windows WiFi setup tool**
5. **Using macOS network setup**
6. **Reconnecting after a WiFi change**
7. **Resetting and re-configuring WiFi**
This article covers each method thoroughly.
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# **SECTION 1 — Check Prerequisites Before Setup**
Before connecting your Canon TS3420 to WiFi, ensure you have the following:
## ✔️ 1. WiFi Network
A **2.4 GHz WiFi network** (TS3420 doesn’t support 5 GHz).
## ✔️ 2. WiFi Password
Ensure you know your WiFi password exactly.
## ✔️ 3. Printer Condition
Check that your printer is:
* Plugged in
* Turned on
* Has blinking or steady white WiFi light
## ✔️ 4. Stable Internet Connection
Slow internet can cause failed setup attempts.
## ✔️ 5. Canon PRINT App Installed (optional)
Available for:
* Google Play Store (Android)
* Apple App Store (iPhone, iPad)
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# **SECTION 2 — Connect Canon PIXMA TS3420 via WPS Push Button**
This is the fastest and easiest method.
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## **Step-by-Step WPS Setup**
### **Step 1: Turn on the Printer**
Press the **Power** button on TS3420.
### **Step 2: Hold WiFi Button**
Press and hold the **Wi-Fi** button until the **Wi-Fi lamp flashes**.
### **Step 3: Press the WPS Button on Router**
Go to your WiFi router, press the **WPS** button for 3–5 seconds.
### **Step 4: Printer Connects Automatically**
The printer will blink for a while.
WiFi light becomes **steady** (solid white) = **Connected to WiFi**.
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### **Common WPS Errors & Fixes**
| Problem | Solution |
| -------------------------------- | ----------------------------- |
| WPS button not present | Use App-based setup instead |
| WiFi light doesn’t stop flashing | Move printer closer to router |
| Connection failed message | Restart router and retry |
| Router doesn’t support WPS | Use Canon PRINT app |
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# **SECTION 3 — Connect Canon TS3420 to WiFi Using Canon PRINT App (Mobile Setup)**
Works on **Android** and **iPhone/iPad**.
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## **Step-by-Step Setup Using App**
### **Step 1: Download Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY**
Go to:
* Play Store
* App Store
Search **Canon PRINT** → Install.
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### **Step 2: Turn on the Printer**
Make sure the WiFi light is **flashing**.
If not flashing:
Press & hold **WiFi** button → light flashes.
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### **Step 3: Open the App**
Tap:
**Add Printer → Register Printer → Start Setup**
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### **Step 4: Select the WiFi Network**
The app will display:
* Your printer model (TS3420)
* Available WiFi networks
Choose your network.
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### **Step 5: Enter WiFi Password**
Type your network password carefully.
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### **Step 6: Connection Completes**
Once done:
* WiFi light becomes solid white
* The app shows **"Connected"**
Now you can print from your mobile device.
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### **Advantages of App Setup**
* Quick and easy
* No computer needed
* Best for smartphone users
* Automatically installs printer drivers
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# **SECTION 4 — Connect Canon TS3420 WiFi on Windows PC (Manual Setup)**
If you want to connect the printer to WiFi using a **Windows laptop or PC**, follow these steps.
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## **Step-by-Step Manual Setup on Windows**
### **Step 1: Download Printer Drivers**
Go to the Canon official support site and download:
* **TS3420 Driver Package**
* **Full Software Suite**
Install the software.
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### **Step 2: Choose Wireless Setup**
During installation, select:
**Wireless LAN Connection**
→ **Connect via Wireless Router**
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### **Step 3: Put Printer in Setup Mode**
Hold the **WiFi** button until the lamp flashes.
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### **Step 4: Choose Printer from PC**
Your PC should detect:
**Canon TS3420 Series**
Select it.
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### **Step 5: Enter WiFi Password**
Your computer will transmit this to the printer.
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### **Step 6: Complete Wireless Setup**
Once connected:
* WiFi light becomes stable
* Printer shows ready on Windows
After installation, you can print test pages.
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# **SECTION 5 — Connect Canon TS3420 WiFi on Mac (macOS Setup)**
Mac setup is slightly different.
Below are the correct steps.
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## **Step-by-Step macOS WiFi Setup**
### **Step 1: Download Canon TS3420 Driver for Mac**
Download from Canon support.
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### **Step 2: Start Installation & Click Wireless Setup**
Installer will guide you.
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### **Step 3: Put Printer in Wireless Setup Mode**
Hold WiFi button → lamp flashes.
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### **Step 4: Mac Detects Printer**
Select:
**TS3420 Series**
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### **Step 5: Add the Printer**
Go to:
**System Settings → Printers & Scanners → + Add Printer**
Select the printer.
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### **Step 6: Confirm WiFi Connection**
Mac will confirm:
** “Connected via WiFi”**
You’re ready to print.
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# **SECTION 6 — Reconnect Canon TS3420 After WiFi Password or Router Change**
If you changed:
* WiFi password
* Internet provider
* WiFi name (SSID)
* New router installed
You MUST reconnect the printer manually again.
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## **Steps to Reconnect After WiFi Change**
1. Press the **Stop** button until printer resets WiFi.
2. WiFi lamp begins flashing.
3. Use either:
* WPS
* Canon PRINT App
* Manual PC setup
4. Re-enter the new WiFi password.
Once WiFi light becomes solid, the reconnection is complete.
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# **SECTION 7 — Reset Canon TS3420 Printer (Network Reset)**
If the printer is not connecting or you are stuck, a network reset helps.
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## **How to Reset Network Settings on TS3420**
1. Turn on printer
2. Press and hold **Stop** for 5 seconds
3. Network settings reset to default
4. WiFi lamp starts blinking
5. Start setup again
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# **SECTION 8 — Common Canon TS3420 WiFi Problems and Solutions**
Here are the most common issues users face and how to fix them.
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## **đźš« Problem 1: Printer Not Connecting to WiFi**
### **Fix:**
* Use 2.4 GHz WiFi
* Restart printer and router
* Move printer closer to router
* Re-enter correct WiFi password
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## **đźš« Problem 2: WiFi Light Flashing but Not Connecting**
### **Fix:**
* Try WPS first
* If WPS fails → use Canon PRINT app
* Reset WiFi settings
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## **đźš« Problem 3: Printer Not Showing on Windows/Mac**
### **Fix:**
* Install correct drivers
* Ensure printer is on same WiFi network
* Restart computer
* Add printer manually from settings
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## **đźš« Problem 4: TS3420 Not Visible in Canon App**
### **Fix:**
* Enable phone WiFi
* Check phone’s location permission
* Reset printer WiFi
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## **đźš« Problem 5: Printer Connected But Not Printing**
### **Fix:**
* Restart spooler service (Windows)
* Clear print queue
* Update driver
* Ensure printer is set as **Default Printer**
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# **SECTION 9 — Advanced WiFi Troubleshooting**
If your Canon TS3420 is still not connecting, try these advanced methods.
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## **1. Change Router Channel to 1, 6, or 11**
Many printers and routers work best on:
* Channel 1
* Channel 6
* Channel 11
Log into router settings → Wireless → Change channel.
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## **2. Disable MAC Address Filtering**
If enabled, add your printer’s MAC ID to allowed list.
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## **3. Disable Guest Network**
Printers cannot join guest networks.
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## **4. Disable AP Isolation**
This setting prevents devices from communicating.
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## **5. Check for Router Firewall Blocking Devices**
Allow the printer under "Connected Devices."
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# **SECTION 10 — How to Print from Mobile After WiFi Setup**
Once connected, you can print from any mobile device.
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## **Print from iPhone/iPad (AirPrint)**
1. Open the photo, document, or email
2. Tap **Share**
3. Select **Print**
4. Choose **Canon TS3420**
5. Tap **Print**
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## **Print from Android**
1. Open any document
2. Tap **Share**
3. Tap **Print**
4. Choose **Canon TS3420**
5. Print
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# **SECTION 11 — Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)**
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## **1. Why won’t my Canon TS3420 connect to WiFi?**
Common reasons include:
* Wrong password
* Weak signal
* Router not supporting WPS
* Using 5 GHz instead of 2.4 GHz
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## **2. How do I know if WiFi is connected?**
Check WiFi lamp:
* **Solid white** = connected
* **Flashing** = trying to connect
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## **3. Can I connect TS3420 without the app?**
Yes, using:
* WPS button
* Windows/Mac manual setup
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## **4. How to reconnect after WiFi password change?**
Reset printer WiFi → reconnect using app or WPS.
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## **5. Can TS3420 connect to 5 GHz WiFi?**
❌ No
It supports **only 2.4 GHz** networks.
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# **SECTION 12 — Professional Support**
If you tried everything but still cannot set up the WiFi, you can contact **Canon printer support experts**.
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They can help with:
* WiFi configuration
* Driver installation
* Printer offline issues
* Advanced troubleshooting
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# **Conclusion**
Setting up the Canon PIXMA TS3420 on WiFi is simple when you follow the right steps. Whether you choose WPS, the Canon PRINT app, or manual PC setup, this guide walks you through everything in detail. Once connected, your printer becomes a powerful wireless tool for home and office printing.
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