Install the printer driver using the prepackaged CD - Easy Install (Windows)

The printer driver installation can be done using the prepackaged CD-ROM Easy Install and Custom Install methods. Easy Install allows all the necessary software programs to be installed easily and overwrites older versions of the printer driver, on-screen manual, and other application software.

*The directions for Easy Installation follow.

Before Installation

• Windows 7 users - The drivers and applications on the Setup CD-ROM were written before the release of Windows 7 and are not compatible. Please download and install the appropriate Windows 7 driver and applications from our Web site.
• When installing the printer driver in Windows XP / Vista, log into the computer as an Administrator.
• When installing the printer driver in Windows 2000, log into the computer as a user of Administrator group.
• If your computer has resident software such as antivirus software, exit in advance.
• Turn the printer off and remove the cable connecting the computer and the printer.

The directions for Custom Installation follow.

1. Insert the Canon CD in the computer.
   
   
2. After the CD-ROM automatically starts and displays the following window, click 'Custom Install'.
   
   Note: If the CD-ROM does not start automatically, double-click the Msetup4.exe file in the CD drive.
   
   
   
   
3. When the Easy Install window is displayed, click 'Install'.
   
   
   
   
4. Click 'Yes' in the License Agreement window to start Custom Install. Clicking 'No' will prevent you from completing installation.
   
   
   
   
5. The installation of the printer driver and application software will start.
   
   
   
   
6. The Printer Connection window will be displayed. Connect the printer to the computer and turn on the printer.
   
   
   
   
7. The print head alignment window will be displayed. Click 'Next'.
   
   
   
   
8. When the installation is completed, the Installation Results window will be displayed. Confirm the results, and click 'OK'.
   
   
   
   
9. If you wish to register now, click Register. If not, click Next. Registration can be done after the printer driver installation.
   
   
10. Then, PIXMA Extended Survey Program will be launched. If you agree, click Agree. If you do not agree, click Do not agree.
    
    
    
    
11. Click Exit
    
    
    
12. Click 'Restart'.
    
    
    
    
    This completes Custom Install.