Canon PIXMA MG3160 Software Driver and Wireless Setup

Thursday, May 18th 2017. | MG Series

Canon PIXMA MG3160 Software Driver and Wireless Setup for Windows, Linux, Mac OS – If you are working in a hectic office where every work needs to be done quickly, a fast and high-quality printer will help you finish your works. Canon PIXMA MG3160 is a printer that is launched by Canon to fulfill the needs for the fast printer. As a multipurpose printer, this machine lets its users do printing, scanning and copying documents and photos. It is also equipped with the wireless connection to enhance its accessibility to all workers in a small office.

Printers’ quality can be determined by its maximum resolution. Canon MG3160 printer is able to handle up to 4800 x 12oo dpi in resolution, which is relatively comparable to its competitors. As for its speed, for mono printing, it has the speed of 9.2 inches per minute and 5 inches per minute for color printing. It may not be exceptionally fast, but good enough to accommodate your micro office needs.

In addition, Canon PIXMA MG3160 offers a feature called Full HD Movie Print. This feature enables its users to capture frames from your favorite movies and print it directly. If this printer is combined with Canon photo paper, the results can last for approximately a hundred years. Overall, this printer gives satisfying performances.

Also, recommended: Canon PIXMA MG3060 Printer Driver and Manual Download

COMPATIBILITYSPECIFICATIONSHOW TO SETUPDOWNLOAD LINKS

Canon PIXMA MG3160 Operating Systems Compatibility:

  • Windows 10
  • Windows 8, Windows 8.1
  • Windows 7, Windows 7 SP1
  • Windows Vista SP1, Vista SP2
  • Windows XP SP3 32-bit
  • Mac OS X v10.4.11 to v10.6.x, and Mac OS 10.12(Sierra) or later
  • Linux
Printer
Print Speed (up to) 4″ x 6″ Borderless Photo: Approx. 44 seconds
Black:ESAT (Black) Approx. 8.8 ipm
Colour:ESAT (Colour) Approx. 5.0 ipm
Number of Nozzles Colour: 1,152 / Black: 640 / Total: 1,792
Picoliter Size (colour) 2 and 5
Print Resolution (Up to) Colour:Up to 4800 x 1200 dpi
Black:Up to 600 x 60a0 dpi
Paper Sizes 4″ x 6″, 5″ x 7″, 8″ x 10,” Letter, Legal, U.S. #10 envelopes
Paper Compatibility Plain: Plain Paper, Canon High Resolution Paper;

Super High Gloss: Photo Paper Pro Platinum;

Glossy: Photo Paper Plus Glossy II, Photo Paper Glossy;

Semi-Gloss: Photo Paper Plus Semi-Gloss;

Matte: Canon Matte Photo Paper;

Envelope: U.S.# 10 Envelope

Printer Features Auto Duplex Print, Auto Photo Fix II, Borderless Printing, Calendar Print, Document Printing, Full HD Movie Print, Fun Filter Effects, ID Photo Print, Smartphone Photo Printing, Photo Index Sheet, Photo Printing, Quiet Mode, Wireless Printing
Output Tray Capacity Auto Sheet Feeder: 100 Sheets
Copier
Copy Speed (up to) FCOT(Color) Approx. 20 seconds
Reduction / Enlargement 25% – 400%
Copy Features 4-in-1 / 2-in-1, Auto Duplex Copy, Auto Exposure/Intensity Copy, Face Brightener/Fading Correction, Fit-to-Page, Gutter Shadow Correction Copy, Image Repeat, Intensity, Multiple Copy: 1-9, 20 Pages, Photo Reprint, Preset Copy Ratios, Zoom
Scanner
Scanner Type Flatbed
Scanning Element Contact Image Sensor (CIS)
Max. Resolutions Optical:1200 x 2400 dpi
Interpolated:19,200 x 19,200 dpi
Scanner Features Auto Document Fix, Auto Scan Mode, Gutter Shadow Correction, Push Scan, Wireless Scanning
Colour Depth 48-bit internal/24-bit external
Max. Document Size 8.5″ x 11.7″
General
Other Features Wi-Fi LED, 7-segment LED, Auto Sheet Feeder, Dual Colour Gamut Processing Technology, Self-Opening Paper Output Tray, Quick Start
OS Compatibility Windows 7, Windows Vista , Windows XP and Mac OS X v10.4.11 to v10.6.x
Standard Interface Wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11b/g/n) Hi-Speed USB
Software Included Setup Software & User’s Guide CD-ROM
PIXMA MG3160 Printer Driver
Easy-PhotoPrint EX
Easy-WebPrint EX
Full HD Movie Print
MP Navigator EX
Solution Menu EX
Dimension (W x D x H) 12.0″ W x 17.7″L x 6.0″ H
Weight 12.1 lbs

Step 1: How to Setup or Install the Canon PIXMA MG3160 Driver

This step tell you about to install Canon PIXMA MG3160 without CD

What you required:

  1. You need to have a driver or software for Canon PIXMA MG3160, for the file of a driver, you can download on the link below.
  2. You need the USB cable to connect the printer to your computer.
  3. Next step, you can follow this instruction below to install Canon PIXMA MG 3160 printer for the setup file.
  4. The first step you need to turn on your computer and Canon MG3160 printer.
  5. In this step trying to do not connect a USB cable before it is suggested.
  6. Next, you can download, the driver of Canon PIXMA MG3160 and don’t forget to install it on your computer by following our instruction.
  7. You can connect the USB cable when the installation of the driver already finished.
  8. Follow the instructions to complete the installation process.
  9. When all step is finished, the Canon PIXMA MG3160 is ready to use for the printing.

Step 2: How to Setup or Install the Canon PIXMA MG3160 Driver Manually

For this step, you need to add the printer from the Windows feature.

What you required:

  1. You require for the software or Driver file of Canon PIXMA MG3160. You can download on the links we provided.
  2. You need the USB cable for PIXMA MG3160 printer.

This step how to install the driver:

  1. First, you need to turn on all of your devices.
  2. Connect the USB cable from your Canon PIXMA MG3160 printer to the computer.
  3. Extract the file of driver or software that you have downloaded.
  4. Open “Control Panel”, then click on “View devices and printers”(Windows 7, 8, 10, and Vista). For Windows XP, you can open “Fax & Printers”.
  5. Choose your printer and click “Add a Printer”.
  6. If it has been ready for the driver location, choose the path where you need to extract the setup file.
  7. Follow all of the instructions to finish the installation.
  8. When all step is finished, the Canon PIXMA MG3160 printer is ready to use on your computer.

Step 3: How to Install or Setup Canon PIXMA MG3160 Printer with CD

What you required:

  1. You need a CD or DVD drive for install a driver on your computer.
  2. The driver or software CD Disk of Canon PIXMA MG3160 that have included in the box of your printer.
  3. The USB Cable for connecting your printer to the computer.

Follow this instruction for installation process with CD Drive.

  1. The first step, turn on your computer and Canon PIXMA MG3160 printer.
  2. Insert CD disk to CD or DVD drive on your computer, and follow the instruction from CD.
  3. Do not connect the USB cable of the printer until needed.
  4. If installation wizard needs to plug the USB Cable, connect the USB Cable of Canon PIXMA MG3160 to the computer.
  5. If the USB Cable of Canon PIXMA MG3160 is detected, follow the instruction for the next process of the installation.
  6. When all steps are done, you will get a notification the printer is ready to use.

How To Install Canon PIXMA MG3160 Printer Driver On Linux

Requirements:

  1. A Linux-run device
  2. A Common Unix Printer Service (CUPS) installed on the device.

Instructions:

  1. Turn on your computer and run the CUPS.
  2. Go to the web-based interface.
  3. Open a browser and navigate to localhost: 631.
  4. Connect the printer.
  5. On the browser, go to Administration tab and select Printers.
  6. Select Add Printer.
  7. You need to enter username and password.
  8. Your printer (Canon MG3160) should be on the list displayed. Select it and press Continue.
  9. CUPS detect and add the printer.
  10. A configuration window will pop up, fill values as needed.
  11. The printer is ready to use on your computer.

How To Install Driver of Canon PIXMA MG3160 on Mac OS:

  1. You need the file of the driver for your printer. When you have already completed the downloading process, it will be saved in the certain folder.
  2. You need to double click on the downloaded driver file and mount it on the Disk Image.
  3. You need to double click again on the mounted Disk Image.
  4. For the last step, double click on the driver file. Do not worry, the installation will be started automatically.

How to Uninstall Canon PIXMA MG3160 Printer Driver

For Windows:

  1. Click on Windows button on your computer keyboard.
  2. Open “Control Panel”.
  3. Chooses for “Uninstall a Program”
  4. Search for the name of the printer driver you want to uninstall.
  5. Click on the Uninstall button.
  6. Wait until the process is completed.

For Mac:

  1. Open Apple Menu.
  2. Click System Preferences.
  3. Select Printers and Scanners.
  4. Choose a printer driver that you want to uninstall. (Select Canon MG3160 if your printer is of that type.)
  5. Click Remove.

For Linux:

  1. Go to Application.
  2. Select System Settings.
  3. Select Printers. Printer window will pop up.
  4. Locate Unlock button on the upper right section, open it.
  5. Enter a password.
  6. Then locate the Canon PIXMA MG3160 printer driver your want to uninstall. Find a minus sign under it.
  7. Click the minus sign.

Canon PIXMA MG3160 Wireless Setup

For Windows: 

  1. Insert the CD that came with your printer and runs the setup.
  2. If you do not have the installation CD that came with your product or you are a Mac user, you can download the manuals and software by selecting your product from the Canon PIXMA MG3160 range page.
  3. When the initial screen appears, click [Next].
  4. For Mac users, type your password to allow the helper tool to be installed, then click on [Install Helper]
  5. When the screen appears for Installation, click on [Next]
  6. Please note: A screen will be displayed asking you to select between a USB or wireless connection, please select [Wireless Connection].
  7. Ensure that your printer is turned on, make sure the power lamp is on and then click [Next].
  8. Click [Connect to the network].
  9. When the [Connection via Cableless setup] screen appears, hold down the printer’s [Wi-Fi] button (A) until the orange alarm lamp (B) flashes 2 times, then release after the second flash.
  10. Confirm that the (blue) Wi-Fi lamp (A) flashes quickly and the (green) power lamp is lit. Click [Next].
  11. Please Note: Your network connection will be temporarily disabled during the setup.
  12. On Windows XP, select [Wireless Setup Using the USB Cable]
  13. When the screen appears for Place of Residence, select your region, and then click [Next].
  14. Then choose the software you wish to install and then click on [Next]. If you’re not sure which software you want to install at this stage, don’t worry, as you can always uninstall it at a later stage if you wish.
  15. Click on [Yes] to agree to the end user license agreement.
  16. When the screen show you “Please Allow Install Wizard Processes” [Next]
  17. The display indicates the model of your printer and the name (or SSID) of your wireless network.
  18. Then click [Complete], the Canon MG3160 is ready to connect with the wireless connection.

For Mac:

  1. Once your Canon MG3160 printer has been detected, the screen will appear indicating the name of the access point that your computer is connected to (where “XXXX XXXX XXXX” is shown). Click [OK].
  2. Click [Add Printer].
  3. Select the [Canon IJ Network] driver version and click [Add].
  4. Click [Next] to complete the setup.
  5. This concludes the Mac setup.
  6. If the wireless setup for Canon PIXMA MG3160 is still failing after following this guide, please contact us for further assistance.
OPERATING SYSTEMVERSIONSIZEDOWNLOAD
PIXMA MG3160 Mini Master Setup (OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7/10.8)1.147 MBDownload
PIXMA MG3160 Mini Master Setup (Windows 8.1/8.1 x64/8/8 x64/7/7 x64/Vista/Vista64/XP)1.134 MBDownload
PIXMA MG3160 MP Driver (Windows 10/10 x64/8.1/8.1 x64/8/8 x64/7/7 x64/Vista/Vista64/XP)1.0229 MBDownload
PIXMA MG3160 MP Driver (Windows XP x64)1.0116 MBDownload
PIXMA MG3160 XPS Printer Driver (Windows 10/10 x64/8.1/8.1 x64/8/8 x64/7/7 x64/Vista/Vista64)5.56a22 MBDownload
PIXMA MG3160 Printer Driver (Mac OS X 10.4/10.5)7.42.07.3 MBDownload
PIXMA MG3160 CUPS Printer Driver (OS X 10.12/10.11/10.10/10.9/10.8/Mac OS X 10.7)16.10.0.014 MBDownload
PIXMA MG3160 CUPS Printer Driver (OS X 10.5/10.6)11.7.1.017 MBDownload
PIXMA MG3160 Scanner Driver (OS X 10.12/10.11/10.10/10.9/10.8/10.7/10.6/Mac OS X 10.5)18.0.1b13 MBDownload
ICA Driver (OS X 10.6)3.3.48.6 MBDownload
ICA Driver (OS X 10.12/10.11/10.10/10.9/10.8/Mac OS X 10.7)4.0.07.1 MBDownload
IJ Printer Driver for Linux (Source file)3.609.1 MBDownload
ScanGear MP for Linux (Source file)1.804 MBDownload
PIXMA MG3160 ScanGear MP for Linux (Debian Packagearchive)1.801.3 MBDownload
PIXMA MG3160 ScanGear MP for Linux (rpm Packagearchive)1.801.3 MBDownload
PIXMA MG3160 IJ Printer Driver for Linux (rpm Packagearchive)3.603.5 MBDownload
PIXMA MG3160 IJ Printer Driver for Linux (Debian Packagearchive)3.603.5 MBDownload
My Printer (Windows 10/10 x64/8.1/8.1 x64/8/8 x64/7/7 x64/Vista/Vista64/XP)3.3.05.6 MBDownload
My Image Garden (Windows 10/10 x64/8.1/8.1 x64/8/8 x64/7/7 x64/Vista/Vista64/XP)3.3.0293 MBDownload
My Image Garden (OS X 10.11/10.10/10.9/10.8/Mac OS X 10.7)3.2.0299 MBDownload
My Image Garden (OS X 10.6)3.1.0298 MBDownload
My Image Garden (OS X 10.5)1.0.0289 MBDownload
Easy-WebPrint EX (Windows 10/10 x64/8.1/8.1 x64/8/8 x64/7/7 x64/Vista/Vista64/XP)4.5.058 MBDownload
Easy-WebPrint EX (Windows 10/10 x64/8.1/8.1 x64/8/8 x64/7/7 x64/Vista/Vista64/XP)1.6.015 MBDownload
Easy-WebPrint EX (Windows XP x64)1.6.015 MBDownload
Easy-PhotoPrint EX (OS X 10.4/10.5/10.6)4.1.6102 MBDownload
Easy-PhotoPrint EX (OS X 10.11/10.10/10.9/10.8/Mac OS X 10.7)4.6.0102 MBDownload
Solution Menu EX (Windows XP x64)1.4.19.6 MBDownload
Solution Menu EX (Windows 8.1/8.1 x64/8/8 x64/7/7 x64/Vista/Vista64/XP)1.4.19.6 MBDownload
Solution Menu EX (OS X 10.4/10.5/10.6/10.7/10.8/10.9/10.10)1.4.14.9 MBDownload
MP Navigator EX (Windows XP x64)5.0.046 MBDownload
MP Navigator EX (Windows 10/10 x64/8.1/8.1 x64/8/8 x64/7/7 x64/Vista/Vista64/XP)5.0.248 MBDownload
MP Navigator EX (OS X 10.4/10.5/10.6)5.0.236 MBDownload
MP Navigator EX (OS X 10.11/10.10/10.9/10.8/Mac OS X 10.7)5.0.335 MBDownload
Quick Menu (Windows 10/10 x64/8.1/8.1 x64/8/8 x64/7/7 x64/Vista/Vista64/XP)2.6.19.2 MBDownload
Quick Menu (OS X 10.11/10.10/10.9/10.8/Mac OS X 10.7)2.6.12.2 MBDownload
Quick Menu (OS X 10.5)2.0.15.8 MBDownload
Quick Menu (OS X 10.6)2.5.02.4 MBDownload
Canon IJ Network Tool (OS X 10.11/10.10/10.9/10.8/Mac OS X 10.7)4.6.15.6 MDownload
Canon IJ Network Tool for Intel Mac (OS X 10.5/10.6)4.4.1 5.3 MBDownload
Canon IJ Network Tool for Power PC (OS X 10.4/10.5)3.2.04.8 MBDownload
Windows Adobe RGB 1998 Installer Program (Windows 10/10 x64/8.1/8.1 x64/8/8 x64/7/7 x64/Vista/Vista64/XP/2000/me)1.4.1329 KBDownload
PIXMA MG3160 series User Manual (Windows)1.1015 MBDownload
PIXMA MG3160 series User Manual (Mac)1.1131 MBDownload

Canon PIXMA MG3160 Wireless Setup, Driver, and User Manual Download for Windows, Mac OS, and Linux

In this website, the owner of Canon Software Driver has listed you much more driver, software, and user manual what you need to download for Canon MG3160 printer. You don’t have to go to the official Canon site, simple way to download it, just click on the link that we have provided, and don’t forget to follow the manual instruction or you can download a user manual for your printer on this link below.

Canon PIXMA MG3160 Driver & Software Download

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