Installing the driver is a straightforward process, though it has one critical rule: do not plug in the USB cable until the software tells you to. [21] Step 1: Get the Right Driver Go to the official Canon Support Page [5.3, 5.11].
Follow the on-screen prompts, agree to the software license terms, and click .
Connect the square end of the USB cable to the printer and the flat end into an active USB port on your PC.
If the standard installer doesn't work, you can add it manually via Devices and Printers
Ensure you are running the Setup.exe file as an Administrator.
Unplug the USB cable from both ends, turn off the printer, and turn it back on. Try plugging the cable into a different physical USB port directly on the motherboard (avoid external USB hubs). Ensure you are using a standard USB 2.0 cable under 6 feet (2 meters) in length to prevent signal degradation. Issue 2: Windows Print Spooler Errors






