How to Download Canon Printer Drivers from ij.start.canon

Are you having trouble downloading Canon printer drivers? Don't worry! Here's a step-by-step guide on how to download and install Canon printer drivers from ij-start-canon, Canon's official site.

Requirements for Canon IJ Setup

Before downloading the Canon printer driver, there are a few requirements you should check to ensure a smooth installation process. Make sure you have:

  • The model number of your printer handy
  • Sufficient storage space on your computer or laptop
  • Properly connected your printer to the power outlet
  • High-speed internet connection
  • Network running on WPA or WPA2 security protocol

Configure and Set Up the Canon Inkjet Printer Hardware

Once you have completed the software set up using the Canon site, the next step is to configure the Canon inkjet printer hardware. Follow these steps to set up your printer hardware:

  1. Ensure that you have installed Canon IJ Setup from ij.start.canon and set it up correctly.
  2. On the initial hardware screen, follow the instructions provided.
  3. Choose the language and read the cartridge installation instructions before following them.
  4. Open the feed slot cover, move the paper guides, and load 2 paper sheets you get in the rear tray.
  5. Slide the left and right paper guides against the edges of the paper.
  6. Close the feed slot cover and open the output tray of the paper.
  7. Pull out the output tray extension, choose Execute, and select Align Print Head.
  8. Remove the paper after printing and press the cancel button if the orange light flashes.
  9. Exit after completing the configuration.

Download Canon Printer Driver via ij.start.canon for Windows

Here are the steps to download Canon printer drivers from ij.start.canon for Windows:

  1. Open your internet browser and type in "ij.start.canon" in the address bar.
  2. The official Canon site will be displayed on the screen.
  3. Click on "Setup" and then tap on the "Setup" icon.
  4. Input your printer model and click the "Go" button.
  5. Click the "Start" icon and follow the on-screen instructions to prepare the printer.
  6. The download link will appear on the screen.
  7. Click on "Download" to start downloading the ".exe" file.
  8. Once the file has downloaded, open the downloaded file.
  9. A "User Account Control" pop-up will appear on the screen. Click on the "Yes" button.
  10. The "start setup" window will be displayed on the screen.

Download Canon Printer Driver via ij.start.canon for MAC

  1. Open any web browser such as Safari or Firefox on your Mac system.
  2. Type "ij start canon" in the address bar and press enter. This will take you to the official Canon website.
  3. Click on "Set Up" and then click on "Set Up" again.
  4. In the search box, type in the model of your printer and click on "Go."
  5. Click on "Start" and follow the on-screen instructions to set up your printer.
  6. Once the setup is complete, a download link will appear on the screen. Click on the download button.
  7. Wait for the ".dmg" file to finish downloading.
  8. Open the downloaded file.
  9. A "User Account Control" pop-up will appear on your screen. Click on "Yes" and then click on "Yes" again.
  10. The "Start Setup" window will appear on the screen. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the Canon printer driver on your Mac system.

If you are setting up the Canon printer using a USB cable, follow these additional steps:

  1. Select the option "Set up network connection via USB" if you are having trouble locating your printer.
  2. Connect your printer to your computer using a USB cable.
  3. If you are a Mac user, click on "Next."
  4. The access point will be visible on your screen. If you want to connect the printer to your wireless network, select "Yes." If you are a Mac user, click on "Allow" to disconnect the printer from your computer and then click on "Next."
  5. If you are using Windows, click on "Complete." If you are a Mac user, click on "OK" to attach the printer to your computer when the access point is displayed.
  6. Click on "Add Printer" and select the version of the driver you want to use.
  7. Click on "Add" and then click on "Next" to complete the setup process using USB.
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