To initiate the installation, first make sure this release is compatible with your device model and system configuration. With them installed, systems will be able to recognize the imaging device properly, and to make use of all its advanced features and functions.
This package includes several drivers required by imaging devices, such as Printer Command Language (PCL), PostScript (PS), XML Paper Specification (XPS), Scanner, Printer, TWAIN, and other related software. Click "Yes" then "OK", this will complete the uninstallation process. Double click on the program that you want to uninstall.ģ. A page will open with a list of installed programs. On the Start menu, click Control Panel, and then, under Programs click Uninstall a Program.Ģ. Double-click the downloaded EXE file to decompress it, then installation will start automatically.ġ. The downloaded file will be saved in the specified place in the self-extracting form (. If you select ( or ) instead of, the file will be automatically installed after it is saved.Ģ. Click the link, select, specify "Save As", then click to download the file. Windows 8 has been added as a supported OS.ġ. Windows 8.1 has been added as a supported OS.
Each file type has a slighty different installation procedure to follow.įor more help, visit our Driver Support Page for step-by-step videos on how to install drivers for every file type.This file contains the Setup application, MP Drivers and IJ Network Tool necessary for setting your printer up on a network. For example, you may have downloaded an EXE, INF, ZIP, or SYS file. Tech Tip: Driver downloads and updates come in a variety of file formats with different file extensions.
In most cases, you will need to reboot your computer in order for the driver update to take effect. Locate the device and model that is having the issue and double-click on it to open the Properties dialog box.Ĭlick the Update Driver button and follow the instructions. How to Install a driver from Device Manager In Windows XP, click Start -> Control Panel -> Performance and Maintenance -> System -> Hardware tab -> Device Manager button In Windows Vista, click Start -> Control Panel -> System and Maintenance -> Device Manager In Windows 7, click Start -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Device Manager In Windows 8, swipe up from the bottom, or right-click anywhere on the desktop and choose "All Apps" -> swipe or scroll right and choose "Control Panel" (under Windows System section) -> Hardware and Sound -> Device Manager In Windows 10 & Windows 8.1, right-click the Start menu and select Device Manager In Windows, use a built-in utility called Device Manager, which allows you to see all of the devices recognized by your system, and the drivers associated with them. Once you have downloaded your new driver, you'll need to install it.
Most major device manufacturers update their drivers regularly. To find the newest driver, you may need to visit the Canon website. It is a software utility which automatically finds and downloads the right driver. Tech Tip: If you are having trouble deciding which is the right driver, try the Driver Update Utility for PIXMA MG2950. In the results, choose the best match for your PC and operating system.
Enter PIXMA MG2950 into the search box above and then submit.
If the driver listed is not the right version or operating system, search our driver archive for the correct version. After you complete your download, move on to Step 2. To get the PIXMA MG2950 driver, click the green download button above. How to Update PIXMA MG2950 Device Drivers Quickly & Easily Step 1 - Download Your Driver