Printer Canon PIXMA G3400 — a popular model with wireless printing support, but its Wi-Fi connection often raises questions among users. Unlike wired devices, where simply plugging in a cable is enough, wireless setup requires synchronizing the printer with the router and sometimes additional network configuration. This article will help you avoid common mistakes, from incorrectly entered passwords to IP address conflicts that block printing from a phone or computer.
We'll figure it out three official connection methods (using the WPS button, a USB cable, and manually), and we'll also provide troubleshooting tips if the printer isn't detecting the network or keeps disconnecting. We'll also pay special attention to setting up your router—sometimes the problem lies in its settings, not the router itself. PIXMA G3400All instructions are current for the latest firmware versions. Canon and modern routers (2023–2026).
Before you begin, make sure you have the following on hand:
- 📄 Printer manual (if available) - it contains the printer's factory network SSID for initial setup.
- 🔑 Your Wi-Fi network password (if you forgot it, look it up on the router sticker or in your provider's account).
- 📱 Smartphone/tablet or computer to control the process.
- 🔌 USB cable (included with G3400) - will be needed for one of the methods.
1. Preparing the printer and network: what to check before setup
Before connecting Canon PIXMA G3400 With Wi-Fi, make sure your network meets the printer's technical requirements. The model supports the following standards: 802.11b/g/n on frequency 2.4 GHz - this means that:
- 🚫 The 5 GHz network will not work. — the printer doesn't see it. If your router broadcasts two networks (for example,
MyWiFi_2GAndMyWiFi_5G), choose the first one. - 🔒 The network password must be no shorter than 8 characters and contain numbers/letters. Special characters (for example,
!or#) may cause an error. - 📡 The Wi-Fi signal at the location where the printer is installed must be stable (at least 2–3 bars on the device indicator).
Also check your router settings:
- Open your router's personal account (usually at
192.168.0.1or192.168.1.1). - Make sure that DHCP server is enabled (automatically assigns IP addresses). If disabled, the printer will not be able to obtain an address.
- Turn it off MAC address filtering (if it is active) - this may block the connection of new devices.
⚠️ Attention: If you use guest network or VPN on a router, the printer may not connect. To configure this, temporarily disable these features or use the main network.
On the printer itself:
- 🔋 Plug it into a power outlet and press the power button (front left). Wait until the indicator light comes on.
Wi-Fi(blue LED) will stop flashing. - 📄 Load paper into the tray - after connecting, the printer will print a test sheet with network data.
2. Method 1: Connecting via WPS button (the fastest method)
Technology WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) allows you to connect your device to the network without entering a password—just press a button on the router and printer. This method works if:
- 🔄 Your router supports WPS (most modern models do).
- 🔒 The WPS function is enabled in the router settings.
- 📡 The printer is within the network range (no further than 5–7 meters from the router).
Step-by-step instructions:
- On the printer Canon PIXMA G3400 hold the button
Wi-Fi(with the antenna icon) for 3-5 seconds until the indicator starts flashing blue quickly. - For 2 minutes press the button WPS on the router (usually it's labeled or marked with a 🔄 icon). If there's no button, log into your router's personal account and activate WPS in the section
Wi-Fi → WPS. - Wait for the indicator
Wi-Fithe printer will light up blue without blinking - this means that the connection is successful.
If the indicator continues to flash or turns orange:
- 🔄 Repeat the process by holding the WPS button on the router longer (sometimes it takes 5-10 seconds).
- 📡 Move the printer closer to the router - the signal may be too weak.
- 🔧 Check if WPS is disabled in the router settings (go to
Security → WPS).
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⚠️ Attention: Some providers (eg Rostelecom or Beeline) disable WPS by default for security reasons. If the button doesn't work, try other connection methods.
3. Method 2: Connecting via USB cable (for Windows and macOS)
This method is suitable if WPS doesn't work or you want to set up the printer via your computer. You will need USB cable, which came with PIXMA G3400.
Instructions for Windows 10/11:
- Connect the printer to your computer using a cable. Wait for the system to install the drivers (an internet connection may be required).
- Download the utility Canon PRINT Utility With official Canon website (section "Support → Drivers").
- Run the utility and select
Setting up a wireless connection. - Follow the connection wizard: select your Wi-Fi network, enter the password, and wait for confirmation.
For macOS:
- Connect the printer via USB and open
System Preferences → Printers & Scanners. - Click
+, select Canon PIXMA G3400 and clickAdd. - In the settings window, select
Wireless networkand enter your Wi-Fi details.
After successful connection:
- 🖨️ Print a test sheet (press and hold the button
Cancelon the printer 5 seconds). - 📱 Disconnect the USB cable - the printer should now work via Wi-Fi.
| Problem | Possible cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| The computer does not see the printer via USB. | Drivers not installed | Download the driver from the Canon website or use the included disc. |
| Error: "Unable to connect to the network" | Incorrect Wi-Fi password | Please check the case of your characters (the password is case sensitive) |
| The printer connects but does not print. | IP address not received | Restart your printer and router, check your DHCP settings |
| The Wi-Fi indicator is blinking orange | Weak signal or incompatible network | Move the printer closer to the router or change the Wi-Fi channel to 1-11 |
4. Method 3: Manual Wi-Fi setup via the printer menu
If you don't have a computer or USB cable, you can connect Canon PIXMA G3400 directly through its menu. To do this:
- On the printer, press and hold the button
Wi-Fi(📶) until the indicator starts flashing blue. - Click the button
Black(⚫) once - the printer will print a sheet with the temporary network data (SSID and password). - Connect to this network from your smartphone or computer (the network name will be similar to
CANON_XX_G3400). - Open your browser and enter the address
http://192.168.1.1(or another one indicated on the sheet). - In the printer's web interface, select
Wi-Fi Setup → Search for Networks, find your network and enter the password.
If the page does not open:
- 🌐 Make sure you are connected to the printer's network and not your home Wi-Fi.
- 🔄 Restart the printer and repeat the steps to print the sheet.
- 📱 Try using a different browser (for example, Chrome or Safari).
What should I do if my printer won't print the network data sheet?
If after pressing the button Black The printer does not print, check:
1. There is paper in the tray.
2. The condition of the cartridges (ink may be out).
3. No errors on the display (if the orange light is flashing, the printer requires service).
If the problem persists, reset the printer by holding down the button Stop/Reset 10 seconds.
5. Setting up printing from a phone (Android/iOS)
After connection Canon PIXMA G3400 You can print from your smartphone via Wi-Fi. To do this:
On Android:
- Install the application Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY from Google Play.
- Open the app and tap
Add a printer. - Select PIXMA G3400 from the list of found devices.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to confirm the connection.
On iPhone/iPad:
- Install the same app from App Store.
- Go to
Settings → Bluetoothand make sure it is turned on (needed to search for the printer). - In the appendix Canon PRINT select
Search for printersand connect to G3400.
If the printer is not found:
- 📱 Make sure your phone and printer are connected the same Wi-Fi network.
- 🔄 Restart the app or phone.
- 📡 Check if a firewall (for example, Avast or Kaspersky) access to the local network.
⚠️ Attention: On iOS 17 and later Printing over a local network may require permission in Settings → Privacy → Local NetworkEnable access for the app Canon PRINT.
6. Solving common connection problems
Even after successful setup Canon PIXMA G3400 Glitches may occur. Here are the most common ones and how to fix them:
🔴 The printer doesn't see the Wi-Fi network
- 📡 Check that the router is broadcasting the network in the range
2.4 GHz(the printer does not support5 GHz). - 🔄 Reboot your router (unplug it for 30 seconds).
- 📵 Make sure that the router is not in the active mode
Hide SSID(the network must be visible).
🟠 The Wi-Fi indicator is flashing orange
- 🔑 Check that the password is correct (the printer is case sensitive).
- 📶 Move the printer closer to the router or eliminate interference (microwaves, other devices).
- 🔧 Reset the network settings on the printer: hold
Wi-Fi+Stop/Reset10 seconds.
🖨️ The printer is connected, but it doesn't print.
- 🖥️ On your computer: Make sure your printer is selected as the default in
Control Panel → Devices and Printers. - 📱 On your phone: reinstall the app Canon PRINT.
- 📄 Check if there are any errors on the printer display (e.g.
E03- paper jam).
If the problem persists, try reset the printer's network settings:
- Turn off the printer.
- Hold the button
Stop/Reset(❌) and turn on the power. - Hold the button for 10-15 seconds until the indicator flashes 15 times.
- Repeat the Wi-Fi setup from scratch.
7. Optimize Wi-Fi for stable printing
To Canon PIXMA G3400 To ensure that the connection works without interruptions, configure the router as follows:
- 📶 Select fixed channel in the range
1–11(and notAuto) to avoid interference from neighboring networks. Optimal channels:1,6or11. - 🔒 Turn on WPA2-PSK (AES) in security settings - this is the most compatible mode for printers.
- 📵 Turn off energy saving function on the router (if any) so that it does not turn off Wi-Fi when idle.
- 🔄 Update your router firmware to the latest version (check in your personal account).
Also recommended:
- 📌 Book now IP address for the printer in the router's DHCP settings. This will prevent the address from changing during a reboot.
- 📡 If the printer is far from the router, use Wi-Fi repeater or Mesh system to enhance the signal.
⚠️ Attention: Some routers (eg. TP-Link Archer C6 or Keenetic) have a function Isolation of clients (AP Isolation). If enabled, network devices won't see each other. Disable it for normal printer operation.
FAQ: Frequently asked questions about connecting the Canon PIXMA G3400
🔹 Is it possible to connect a printer to Wi-Fi without a router (directly to the phone)?
Yes, but with limitations. The printer creates its own network (CANON_XX_G3400), which can be connected from a phone. However:
- 📵 In this mode, the printer will not be accessible from other devices (for example, from a computer).
- 📶 Data transfer speed is lower than via a router.
- 🔋 The phone's battery will drain faster (due to the active Wi-Fi module).
For permanent use, it is better to set up a connection via a router.
🔹 Why does the printer print a test sheet after connecting, but does not accept tasks from the computer?
This is a typical issue with drivers or network settings. Check:
- Is it installed? correct driver For PIXMA G3400 (download from Canon website, not from disk).
- Is the printer turned on?
Control Panel → Devices and Printersas the default device. - Doesn't it block? firewall (For example, Windows Defender or Avast) access to the printer over the network.
If the problem persists, try delete printer from the system and add it again through Adding a printer → Add via TCP/IP (Please enter the printer's IP address, which can be found on the test sheet).
🔹 How do I reset my printer's Wi-Fi settings if I forgot the password?
To completely reset network settings:
- Turn off the printer.
- Hold the button
Stop/Reset(❌) and turn on the power. - Hold the button for 10-15 seconds until the indicator
Wi-Fiwill not blink 15 times. - Release the button and the printer will return to factory Wi-Fi settings.
After the reset, please repeat the connection setup from scratch.
🔹 Can I connect the printer to a public Wi-Fi network (for example, in an office or cafe)?
Technically yes, but there are some nuances:
- 🔒 Many public networks require authorization via a browser (entering a username/password). The printer can't do this—it only supports WPA/WPA2-PSK.
- 📡 It is often used in office networks client isolation, which blocks interaction between devices.
- 🖥️ Printing from a computer on such a network may require direct USB connection.
If the network does not require authorization (for example, home Wi-Fi or office), connection is possible in the standard way.
🔹 How do I update my printer firmware to improve Wi-Fi performance?
A firmware update may resolve connection issues or add support for new security standards. To update Canon PIXMA G3400:
- Download the latest firmware from Canon website (section "Support → Firmware").
- Connect the printer to your computer via USB.
- Run the downloaded file and follow the instructions of the update wizard.
- Do not turn off the printer during the process (this may cause damage).
After the update, the printer will reboot automatically. Check the firmware version by printing status report (hold Stop/Reset 5 seconds).