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Canon Printer Setup, Driver Download, & Installation with ij.start.canon

Search your Printer Model, Download Canon Printer Drivers, Step-by-Step Installation Guide with ij.start.canon

Popular Printers

G2910 GX1010 LBP3000 MF4450d

Before You Start

Gather these items before you begin Canon printer setup with ij.start.canon.

01 — Power

Power cable and a nearby electrical outlet to power up your Printer/Scanner.

02 — Ink / Toner

Ink or toner cartridges (included or purchased separately for Printers only).

03 — Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi network Name (SSID) and Password (For Wireless Printers) — Optional.

04 — Device

Computer (Mac, Windows, Linux, Chrome OS), Tablet (iPad, Android), or Smartphone (Android, iOS) for setup.

05 — Range

Printer placed within range of your Wi-Fi router (For Wireless Connections).

06 — USB

USB cable that connects to your Canon Printer (For Wired Connections) — Optional.

07 — Model number

Locate the Model Number on your Printer Box or front or back of the Printer/Scanner.

Printer Models & Categories

Browse Canon printer families and open model setup guides.

Unboxing & Initial Setup

Prepare the hardware before you download drivers.

Step 01

Remove the Protective Taping

Remove the Protective Taping

Take the printer out of the box and remove all protective tape, orange caps, and packaging materials.

Step 02

Connect the Printer to Power Supply

Connect the Printer to Power Supply

Plug the power cable into the printer and a wall outlet.

Step 03

Turn On the Printer

Turn On the Printer

Press the power button and wait until the printer finishes starting up.

Step 04

Install Cartridges or Ink

Install Cartridges or Ink

Install ink tanks or cartridges as shown in your model guide, then load plain paper.

Supported Devices

Canon setup guides cover major operating systems and mobile platforms.

Windows

Intel, AMD, ARM, 64 Bit, 32 Bit

Mac

MacBook Pro, Mac Computers

iOS

iPhone, iPad

Android

Tablets, Smartphones

Chrome OS

Chrome Books

Linux

Ubuntu, Mint, Major Distros

Total Time: 5 minutes

Downloading the Canon Printer Driver using ij.start.canon

How to download the Canon printer driver for your printer model with ij.start.canon.

Step 01

Go to ij.start.canon official Canon Printer Setup website

Go to ij.start.canon official Canon Printer Setup website

Open your favorite browser, enter URL ij.start.canon and hit Enter.

Step 02

Click the Setup Button

Click the Setup Button

Click the “Set Up (Start here)” button in gray with the red icon.

Step 03

Find your Printer Model number

Find your Printer Model number

Type in the printer model, e.g. “TS3355”, and click the “Go” button.

Step 04

Follow Steps and Download Driver

Follow Steps and Download Driver

Your printer setup guide will start with on-screen steps. Hit the orange download button to get the driver package.

Installing Canon Printer Driver

Installing the Canon printer driver downloaded from the ij.start.canon portal.

Open the Downloads folder

Open the Downloads folder

In Chrome use the menu → Downloads or press Ctrl+J (Windows) / Cmd+J (Mac). In Edge use the ⋯ menu → Downloads.

Run the downloaded file

Run the downloaded file

Windows packages look like TR4720-master.exe or .msi. Mac packages look like TS4657-master.dmg. Double-click to start setup.

Wi-Fi / Wireless Canon Printer Setup

Wi-Fi / Wireless Canon Printer Setup

  1. Turn on your printer and make sure your Wi-Fi router is on.
  2. On the printer, go to Settings/Setup → Wireless LAN Setup (or hold the Wireless button).
  3. Select Wireless / Wi-Fi Setup.
  4. Choose your network name and enter the password.
  5. When the wireless light stops flashing, the connection is ready.
USB Canon Printer Setup

USB Canon Printer Setup

On Windows 11/10 and Mac with internet, connecting by USB often auto-detects the printer. If not:

  1. Download and install the driver from ij.start.canon.
  2. Follow the on-screen installer guide.
  3. Power on the printer.
  4. Connect the USB cable.
  5. Print a test page.
Canon Printer Setup on Android & iOS

Canon Printer Setup on Android & iOS

  1. Turn on the printer and open Wireless Setup (or press the Wi-Fi button).
  2. Connect the printer to Wi-Fi.
  3. Install Canon PRINT from the App Store or Google Play.
  4. Open the app, find your model, and follow on-screen instructions.
  5. Start printing from the app.
Manual Installation (If Auto-Install Fails)

Manual Installation (If Auto-Install Fails)

  1. Extract the downloaded driver package (not for .msi files).
  2. Open System Settings → Printers → Add Printer.
  3. Choose “The printer I want isn’t listed”.
  4. Add manually, select the port, then “Have Disk”.
  5. Select the .inf file from the extracted folder.

Canon Scanner Setup

Canon printers and scanners often share a master setup. To extend scanner features, install Canon IJ Scan Utility.

Windows

Windows

  1. Go to ij.start.canon and select your scanner.
  2. Download the MP Drivers.
  3. Run and install the MP Drivers.
  4. Open Start Menu → type IJ Scan Utility → run the app.
Mac

Mac

  1. Open the App Store.
  2. Search for IJ Scan Utility.
  3. Download the app.
  4. Find it in Applications after install.

Troubleshooting Hub

Common Canon error codes and quick fixes before you reinstall drivers.

E02

Printer out of paper or paper not loaded correctly.

E04

Ink cartridge not installed properly.

E14

Ink cartridge not recognized.

E31

Wireless LAN setup failure.

E36

Wireless setup timeout.

Check Compatibility

Confirm your OS version is supported for your exact Canon model.

Restart Printer & Computer

Power cycle both devices, then try printing again.

Update / Reinstall Driver

Download a fresh package from ij.start.canon and reinstall.

Check Connectivity

Verify Wi-Fi/USB connection, clear the print queue, and retry a test page.

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Updates & Help

Updates & Help

Guides are updated regularly with clear help for Canon printer setup across devices.

Exclusive Guides

Exclusive Guides

Detailed, step-by-step OS guides for each printer and scanner model.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Canon Printers Plug-n-Play?

Yes. Most new Canon printers or scanners support basic plug-and-play use. For full features, wireless setup, scanning tools, and model-specific drivers, follow the guided install from ij.start.canon.

How do I download and install the official driver from ij.start.canon?

Open your browser to https://ij.start.canon, click “Set Up (Start here)”, enter your model number, follow the on-screen steps, and download the orange driver package. Run the installer and complete setup.

What should I do if my wireless Canon printer fails to connect to Wi-Fi?

Confirm the printer and computer are on the same 2.4 GHz network when required, restart the printer and router, re-run Wireless LAN Setup on the printer, then retry the software connection steps.

Do I need an account to use ij.start.canon?

No. Official Canon setup at ij.start.canon does not require registration. You can still register your product on Canon Support if you want warranty tracking.

What is the Factory Set Password?

Some Canon printers include a default network/admin password printed on a label on the lid or rear of the unit. Use that value when wireless or admin setup asks for the printer password.