Overview
Argos OnBoard for Canon tracks print, copy and scan activity on MEAP-enabled Canon MFPs. There are two primary components to Argos OnBoard for Canon: the Java-based MEAP application that gets installed and runs on your Canon MFP, and the server-based software that the MEAP application talks to.
Before you start
To install, you will need:
- A functioning Argos system
- IP Address of Canon device
- Access to Argos Manager
- Argos Communication Service installed
- At least one PIN code set up for a user in Argos Manager
- Review the requirements & restrictions of Argos for Canon MEAP
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Using the Scan-to-Email function on your Canon MFP? You will also need to have email addresses assigned to your users in Argos Manager. These can be imported through Active Directory or through a scheduled import from a CSV file. |
Install Argos on Canon MFP
To install Argos OnBoard for Canon directly on your device, follow the instructions for your model series:
Configure the Canon MFP in Argos Manager
- Open Argos Manager and click "Devices and Terminals" tab
- Double-click Advanced Tracking>OnBoard for Canon MFP from the right-side panel
- Enter the IP address of the Canon MFP
- Set your maximum PIN length
- Click Associate with Server and click "OK"
- A web page will open confirming that the device is associated with the server.
- Type the name and choose the optional Group, Location, and Manager on the Device Information tab.
- Click OK
Argos Secure Release
Argos Secure Release is available for Canon MEAP devices. Contact Sepialine Support for more information.
Requirements & restrictions
- Department ID Management must be turned off
- MEAP Spec 10 for if you want to authenticate with a USB proximity card reader
- Email addresses must be set up in Argos to use the Canon Scan-to-email function
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