How to Connect Canon MG2900 Printer to WiFi

The Canon PIXMA MG2900 is a compact inkjet all-in-one printer that supports wireless printing, scanning, and copying. Connecting it to your WiFi network lets you print from laptops, phones, tablets, and other devices without running USB cables. Here are two methods to get your Canon MG2900 connected to WiFi.

Before You Start

Make sure your printer is powered on and has paper loaded in the input tray. The ink cartridges should be installed correctly. You will also need your WiFi network name and password ready. Keep the printer within range of your wireless router during setup.

Method 1: Connect Using WPS (Recommended)

WPS is the fastest way to connect your Canon MG2900 to WiFi if your router has a WPS button.

1. Place the printer close to your WiFi router.
2. Press and hold the WiFi button on the printer until the alarm lamp flashes once.
3. Within two minutes, press the WPS button on your wireless router and hold it for a few seconds.
4. Wait for the blue WiFi light on the printer to stop flashing and stay on solid. This means the connection is established.
5. To confirm the connection, load an A4 sheet and press the Resume/Cancel button together until the alarm lamp flashes 15 times, then release both buttons. A network configuration page will print showing your WiFi connection details.

Method 2: Connect Using Canon Wireless Direct (Standard Method)

If your router does not have a WPS button or WPS is not working, use this method instead.

1. Press and hold the WiFi button on the printer until the WiFi light starts flashing.
2. Press the Black button once, then the WiFi light should stay on steady.
3. On your computer or phone, open the WiFi settings and look for a network starting with Canon_ij_Setup or similar. Connect to it.
4. Open a web browser and go to 192.168.1.1 to access the printer setup page.
5. Select your home WiFi network from the list and enter your WiFi password.
6. The printer will disconnect from the direct connection and reconnect to your home WiFi network.
7. Reconnect your computer or phone to your home WiFi network.

Method 3: Setup Using Canon PRINT App

1. Download the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app from the App Store or Google Play.
2. Make sure the printer is in setup mode by pressing and holding the WiFi button until the light flashes.
3. Open the app and tap Add Printer.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to select your WiFi network and enter the password.
5. The app will configure the printer and confirm when the setup is complete.

How to Verify the Canon MG2900 Is Connected to WiFi

After completing the setup, you can confirm the connection by printing a network configuration page. Press and hold the Resume/Cancel button on the printer (the button with the triangle inside a circle) until the printer prints a page. Look for the Connection field — it should say Active. The page also shows the printer's IP address, signal strength, and the WiFi network name it is connected to. If the connection field says Inactive or the WiFi network name is blank, the setup did not complete successfully and you need to run through the WiFi configuration steps again.

Troubleshooting Canon MG2900 WiFi Connection

• WiFi light keeps flashing: The printer could not connect. Make sure you pressed the WPS button within the two minute window. Try again from the beginning.
• Printer not found on network: Verify the printer and your device are on the same WiFi network. The Canon MG2900 only supports 2.4 GHz networks so make sure you are not connected to a 5 GHz band.
• Connection drops frequently: Move the printer closer to the router. Walls and electronic appliances between the printer and router can weaken the signal.
• Cannot print after setup: Download and install the latest Canon MG2900 printer driver from the Canon support website. The driver is needed for your computer to communicate with the printer over WiFi.