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Ij.start.canon/setup

Are you facing trouble in setting up your newly purchased Canon printer? Then follow the step-by-step instructions to easily set up the printer. If you want to know more about the functioning of your canon printers, visit the site canon.com/ijsetup.

Canon printers prove their versatility by being compatible with Windows, Android and iOS operating systems. Their premium quality provides you with fast, better and high-quality printing.

How to set up the Hardware?

Before proceeding with the download and installation of Canon Printer Driver, you must complete the process of hardware set up on your device:

● Start the process by unboxing the printer.

● Now, use the power cable to connect your printer to the power supply.

● Then turn on the Canon printer.

● Now, go to the control panel and set your preferences like language, date, location, and time.

● Now, carefully load the cartridge and paper.

If you are a Windows user, then visit the official website ij.start.canon and follow the guidelines given below:

How to download Canon Printer Driver?

To simplify the downloading process for the users, a detailed but easy guideline is given below:

● Open any secure internet browser and search for the URL ‘’ij.start.conon’’ in the address bar.

● You will reach the official page of the canon.

● Click on the ‘’Setup’’ option.

● Enter your printer model on the next screen.

● Then, click on the ‘’Go’’ option.

● After that, tap on the ‘’Start’’ icon.

● An on-screen prompt will appear. Follow it carefully.

● A download link will come up on the screen.

● Click on the ‘’Download’’ option.

● Then, wait for the ‘’.exe’’ file to download.

● Open the file.

● ‘’User Account Control’’ window will pop-up.

● Find the ‘’Yes’’ button there and click on it.

● You will see a ‘’start setup’’ window on the screen.

● You may now proceed with the installation.

How to Install Canon Printer Driver?

Once you are down with downloading the Canon Printer Driver, proceed with the installation by following the steps given below:

● Start the process by tapping on the ‘’Start setup’’ option.

● Then, click on the ‘’Continue’’ and ‘’Next’’ options.

● The next step involves going for the option ‘’Select country or region.’’

● Further, click on the ‘’Next’’ option to proceed.

● A ‘’License Agreement’’ pop-up window will come up.

● Read it carefully and tap on the ‘’Yes’’ option.

● After that, click on the ‘’Agree’’ button.

● It will take a while to check the printer status.

● You will get three options - ‘’Wi-Fi Connection, ‘’Wired LAN Connection’’ and ‘’USB Connection.’’

● An option will appear ‘’Select the connection method.’’

I. Wi-Fi Connection

If you want to go for the easiest connection method then click on the Wi-Fi Connection, and go for the following steps:

● Once you click the ‘’Wi-Fi’’ connection, tap on the ‘’Next’’ button.

● Check if your printer is turned ‘’ON.’’

● Tap on the ‘’Next’’ option to start detecting the printer.

● Once the detection is complete, the name of the printer will appear on the screen.

● Choose the printer and tap on the ‘’Next’’ option and follow the on-screen instructions.

II. Wired LAN Connection

If you are not able to setup the printer via Wi-Fi connection, then try to set up the printer with the Wired LAN Connection:

● Click on the ‘’Wired LAN Connection'’ option and click on the ‘’Next’’ option.

● Make sure that the printer is plugged in correctly and is working properly.

● Click on the ‘’Next’’ button.

● If the name of the printer appears on the screen then it is well and good or else, search for the printer by tapping on the ‘’Search for IP address.’’

● A prompt will appear, follow it and tap on the ‘’Next’’ option.

● Printer will start detecting and setting up the connection.

● Choose the printer and tap on the ‘’Next’’ option again.

● Follow the instructions when you will be redirected to the ‘’Setup Guide’’ window.

● You may choose the ‘’Troubleshooting’’ option if the printer fails to connect.

● Finally, click on the ‘’Next’’ option.

III. USB Connection

The user who opted for USB Connection to complete the setup must follow the given instructions:

● Once you tap on the ‘’USB Connection’’ click on the ‘’Next’’ option that will appear subsequently.

● Now, wait patiently for the drivers to install on the system.

● Then, tap on the ‘’Install this driver software anyway.’’

● When the driver gets installed on the system make sure that the printer is connected with the system via USB cable.

● If you are facing difficulty in connecting the printer with the system, click on the ‘’Troubleshooting’’ option.

● You will reach a new page showing detailed information about the printer connection process.

● Follow the prompts and learn more about the printer connection process.