CANON MG7520 FIRST TIME PRINTER SETUP

Canon MG-7520 is an all-in-one wireless inkjet printer that features print, scan, and copy functions. It is compatible with almost all devices and delivers stunning photo printouts. Also, this all-in-one printer offers different connection options like Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and NFC and print features, such as Cloud Print, Mobile Device Printing, Wireless Printing, AirPrint, Auto 2-sided printing, and more.

CANON MG7520 FIRST TIME PRINTER SETUP

The rest of this page explains in detail the procedure to perform the Canon MG-7520 printer setup for the first time.

The entire setup process includes five quick and simple steps.

  • Unpacking the printer
  • Turning on the printer
  • Installing the ink cartridges
  • Loading paper
  • Installing the printer driver

Five easy steps to perform the Canon MG-7520 printer setup

Step 1: Unpacking the printer

  • As always (if you already have experience in setting up the printer), begin the setup process by unpacking your printer if you haven’t done it yet.
  • Remove the printer from the plastic protective cover and place it on a clean surface.
  • Check to ensure that the printer’s power cord, a set of FINE cartridges, setup CD, and a user manual is provided along with the printer.
  • Now, unpack your printer completely.
  • When removing the packing materials, ensure that they are removed carefully and without damaging the printer parts.

Step 2: Turning on the printer

  • Connect your Canon MG-7520 printer to a nearby power outlet using its cord.
  • Now, press the ON button on the panel of your printer to turn it on.
CANON MG7520 FIRST TIME PRINTER SETUP
CANON MG7520 FIRST TIME PRINTER SETUP
  • When you turn on your printer for the first time, it takes about 1 or 2 minutes to complete its initial boot-up process. So, wait for it to finish the process.
  • Once it is done, you will be asked to choose the language and set some basic settings, such as date, time, region, etc.
  • Configure the settings as per your preferences, and make sure to save them.

Step 3: Installing the FINE ink cartridges

  • Raise the top cover of your Canon printer.
  • Locate the ink cartridge slots.
CANON MG7520 FIRST TIME PRINTER SETUP
CANON MG7520 FIRST TIME PRINTER SETUP
  • Now, unpack the ink cartridges.
  • Make sure that the orange tapes from the cartridges are removed.
  • Install the unpacked cartridges one by one into their slots.
  • Close the top cover of your printer.

Step 4: Loading paper

  • Press the OK button on your printer’s control panel if the message “Head alignment is required. Load a sheet of A4 or Letter paper tap OK” is displayed on the screen.
  • Now, open the input tray of your printer.
  • Move the guides to the ends.
  • Fan a stack of letter or A4 paper and load it into the input tray.
  • Adjust the guides properly and place the input tray back into the printer.
  • Align the print head by following the instructions displayed on the screen.
CANON MG7520 FIRST TIME PRINTER SETUP
CANON MG7520 FIRST TIME PRINTER SETUP

Step 5: Installing the printer software

  • Initially, select the connection method from the list of suggestions displayed on your printer.
  • Next, follow the instructions displayed on the screen to connect your printer to the computer and install the driver on it.

Finally, check whether the “Canon MG-7520 printer setup” is done correctly by printing a test page.