Printer setup


  1. CJW
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    10 Pro. 64Bit
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    Printer setup


    We have a new Canon MG7120 Wireless Printer & I was wondering if I could get some suggestions on network setup.

    This is what I would like to do:
    Connect the printer to the router by Ethernet so any laptop/tablet can see the printer through it's wireless connection.

    But would this be a better choice:
    Connect the printer to the router wirelessly so any laptop/tablet can see the printer through it's wireless connection?

    What would the pros & cons be for either setup? Also, do I need to install the printer's software on each device no matter which setup I choose?
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  3. chev65
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    Windows 7 Ult, Windows 8.1 Pro,
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    CJW said:
    We have a new Canon MG7120 Wireless Printer & I was wondering if I could get some suggestions on network setup.

    This is what I would like to do:
    Connect the printer to the router by Ethernet so any laptop/tablet can see the printer through it's wireless connection?

    But would this be a better choice:
    Connect the printer to the router wirelessly so any laptop/tablet can see the printer through it's wireless connection?

    What would the pros & cons be for either setup? Also, do I need to install the printer's software on each device no matter which setup I choose?
    Wired or wireless doesn't matter much, which ever is easier for you, although in some cases it may be easier to set up the printer using a wired connection or a USB connection then change over to using a wireless connection after it's set up.

    Generally speaking, you will need to install the printer drivers onto each machine that need to use it.
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