Install on a Mac Has anyone tried this product with a Macbook? The installation on PCs sound like it could be difficult. How about with a Macbook? I read on one forum that scanning Canon products and using a Mac was a problem. Has anyone tried it with this MP620? Install on a Mac Has anyone tried this product with a Macbook? The installation on PCs sound like it could be difficult. How about with a Macbook? I read on one forum that scanning Canon products... » Read More Install on a Mac Has anyone tried this product with a Macbook? The installation on PCs sound like it could be difficult. How about with a Macbook? I read on one forum that scanning Canon products and using a Mac was a problem. Has anyone tried it with this MP620? « Show Less
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If you're trying to use USB printing on a Macbook, it's not too bad. If you dare to try to configure this thing for wireless printing... well, good luck! The 70 page "quick start" guide is confusing and the software install is convoluted best. I finally just gave up and stuck with USB printing.
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Te trick to setting up wireless for me was using USB to do the initial setup. You can configure the wireless settings while plugged in to USB. Then when you are done, unplug the USB cable and it will work wirelessly. This is mentioned in the instructions but not only for a brief second in the section about "Installing the Software".
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Installation via USB on my iMac was not difficult & works fine, but I have not been able to get wireless to work, even though it is supposed to have this capability. There are posts at various forums from others with this problem. But some report no difficulty with wireless. If you definitely want a wireless connection, I would wait until someone posts definitive instructions somewhere.
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I've installed this product (MP620) on my iMac and it works wonderfully. The "quick start" instructions that come with the product have Mac set up instructions. I've had no issues and am really enjoying the printer.
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I set mine up wireless with my macbook pro- no problem. It was so easy that my mother who is totally computer illiterate decided to get one also and set it up with her regular macbook- also no problem. As long as you read (AND FOLLOW) the instructions you shouldn't have a problem. I will admit it's not as quick of a setup as a regular wired printer, but if you do it correctly the first time around it takes 30-45 minutes and then you are done!
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G. Recipient says.... "After searching the web I found advice that worked. Click your Apple logo, go to System Preferences, Security, Firewall and change the setting to "Set access for specific services and applications." Now the printer should show up on the list and you can finish setup." This was exactly the information I needed to get my MP620 to print wirelessly to my Macs. Thank you!
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Well, I'll answer your question, cause I have been on line with AppleCare, and NO it does not work with MAC. Then, gee, wiz, I looked on the back of the box my Camcorder was in and it said is is only Windows . That is what I get for not researching better. Just got back from a trip and now need to find a Windows computer to download and hopefully edit my video. The other option is to purchase windows that can be also installed on the IMAC. Good luck to you... and me..
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I haven't been able to get it to work with OS X El Capitan 10.11.2. It or the micro sd card doesn't show up on the desk top and I've set it up, , formatted the micro sd card, calibrated it, scanned and it doesn't seem to work worth a diddley. I not to happy about wasting $52 as it stands. Anybody else with a Mac have this problem?
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I use with PC. The factory spec say it is compatible with Mac. One of the amazon stores is much cheaper on the price. It's a bulk camera without install CD. But I prefer to go to the logitech web site and download the latest version anyway and never use the CD. Save money!
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There's some reviews that mention they used it on a Mac but one doesn't mention version and the other says it works for MacOsX 10.6 and 10.7...I have a 10.5 so does anyone knows if it works on a 10.5? Thanks!
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Yes, I have this camera and download the photos on my Apple Powerbook all the time. Canon always does a great job of supporting mac users with its bundeled software. If you have iPhoto (which comes with every mac) you don;t need tyo load the Canon software. When you plug the cmaera into the USB port, OS X will recognize it and open up iPhoto where you can import, edit, resize, etc, the photos.
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I use it with Windows, but I checked the operating manual. Under the section called Included Software, PDF Manuals it lists the system requirements for both PC and Mac. The Mac section lists the following requirements: Operating System: Mac OS X 10.6 Computer: Computers running one of the above operating systems (preinstalled), with an included USB port and Internet connection Processor: Core Duo 1.83 GHz or higher (still images), Core 2 Duo 2.6 GHz or higher (movies) RAM: 1 GB or more (still images), 2GB or more (movies) Interfaces: USB Free Hard Disk Space: 550 MB or more Display: 1024 x 768 resolution or high It then says to check the Canon website for the latest system requirements, including supported OS versions. I hope this helps!
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One of the reviews claimed that there were unofficial Mac drivers that worked well. But I don't know from personal experience. Your best bet would probably be to Google it.
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Though I am a "PC" guy I installed the software for this scanner on her "Snow Leopard OS X v. 10.6" iMAC which reported that the software was not supported by the computer. The fix was to go to the Canon website and download and install the driver from there. It has a date of October of 2009.
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I can't imagine why this external hard drive would not work with a new macbook. What difference would the screen make? I presume that the new macbook comes with OS X 10.8. I have two of these drives on my iMac and they work fine. It's a good idea to read the directions (quite simple) when installing the drive. It is formatted for Mac. The only thing I can think of is that someone mistakenly configured the drive for a PC. Then it wouldn't work on a Mac.
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d.html?ie=UTF8&a;=B004Q5VWUWI bought and installed this in my MacBook Pro. Everything is working fine. Fixed my problem. Difficulty of install is about 7 out of 10. 10 being the most difficult. You should be able to find someone in your area to install this. Shouldn't be too expensive. Fixit.com shows you how to do it.
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I just bought this for a Mac. You need a Mac with an Intel core duo or core 2 duo and imovie 09. Had a terrible time getting the mac to recognize the files, finally discovered you have to lauch imovie before connecting the camera or inserting the SDHC card in the computer. As long as you do that, the movies import into imovie beautifully. Spent hours figuring that out, seems the tech support people at Panasonic should have known that. You can not put the card in, launch imovie, and import like you can for pictures in iphoto. I had it packed up to return but discovered it by chance on trying one more time. I just bought this for a Mac. You need a Mac with an Intel core duo or core 2 duo and imovie 09. Had a terrible time getting the mac to recognize the files, finally discovered you have to lauch imovie before connecting the camera or inserting the SDHC card in the computer. As long as you do that, the movies import into imovie beautifully. Spent hours figuring that out, seems the tech support people at Panasonic should have known that. You can not put the card in, launch imovie, and import like you can for pictures in iphoto. I had it packed up to return but discovered it by chance on trying... » Read More I just bought this for a Mac. You need a Mac with an Intel core duo or core 2 duo and imovie 09. Had a terrible time getting the mac to recognize the files, finally discovered you have to lauch imovie before connecting the camera or inserting the SDHC card in the computer. As long as you do that, the movies import into imovie beautifully. Spent hours figuring that out, seems the tech support people at Panasonic should have known that. You can not put the card in, launch imovie, and import like you can for pictures in iphoto. I had it packed up to return but discovered it by chance on trying one more time. « Show Less
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I did get a firmware update on mine (using a Windows PC). I'm not an Apple person, so I'm not sure if updates work via Mac. I don't think it took long for the update. Do you have any friends with a PC that would let you borrow it for this purpose?
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Hi!It does work with a mac. You just have to go to the Canon website, and from there you can download all of the mac drivers and a whole mac manual comes with it on the website. I just installed it on my iBook and it works great!
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We have a MacPro and it has been a seamless and easy experience. We are connected wirelessly and have had no issues. In fact, I send document from my PC to my Mac just so I can print. Love Apple and always have a great experience with their products.
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I have it, I bought it because I remember reading something about it working with a mac but i tried it today and it doesn't work and i have a new macbook pro. i tried to copy an old vhs tape and the mac didn't recognize it and either did imovie or roxio.
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Hi Cleo, The neighbor dropped off their Mac Book Pro and yes it did work just fine. I don't use Mac's but I was able to see the little blue indicator on the adapter and open photos on the SD card inserted into the adapter just fine. Maybe that's testament as to how easy Mac's are to use? I couldn't figure out how to find the OS version however and my neighbor had gone out. If you absolutely need to know the OS version I'll find out for you. Let me know.Regards,Charlie