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How to Download the MF4800 Driver for Your Canon Printer

If you own a Canon printer from the MF4800 series, such as MF4890dw or MF4870dn, you need to have a driver installed on your computer to communicate with your printer. A driver is a software that allows your computer and printer to work together and perform various functions, such as printing, scanning, copying, and faxing.

Having an outdated or incompatible driver can cause various problems, such as poor print quality, slow performance, or error messages. That’s why it is important to have the latest version of the driver that matches your printer model and operating system.

In this article, we will show you how to download and install the MF4800 driver for your Canon printer in five easy steps.

Check Your Printer Model and Operating System

The first step is to check your printer model and operating system. You need to know these information because different models and operating systems may require different drivers.

To check your printer model, you can look at the front or back of your printer, where you should see a label with the model name and number. Alternatively, you can check your user manual or online documentation for your printer.

To check your operating system, you can follow these steps:

• If you are using Windows, click on the Start button and type “system information” in the search box. Then click on System Information from the list of results. You should see your operating system name and version under System Summary.
• If you are using Mac OS, click on the Apple menu and select About This Mac. You should see your operating system name and version under Overview.

Visit the Canon Support Website

The second step is to visit the Canon support website, where you can find and download the latest driver for your printer.

The link to the Canon support website is https://www.canon-europe.com/support/. You can also search for “Canon support” on Google or any other search engine.

Once you are on the Canon support website, you need to navigate to the product page for your printer model. You can do this by following these steps

• Click on the Printers & Faxes icon on the homepage.
• Type your printer model name in the search box and click on the magnifying glass icon.
• Select your printer model from the list of results.

You should now see the product page for your printer model, where you can find various information and resources, such as user manuals, software, firmware, and drivers.

Download the Appropriate Driver

Select Your Operating System

The third step is to download the appropriate driver for your operating system. You need to make sure that the driver you download is compatible with your operating system version and architecture (32-bit or 64-bit).

To select your operating system, you need to follow these steps:

• On the product page for your printer model, click on the Drivers tab.
• Click on the Select button next to Operating System.
• Choose your operating system name and version from the drop-down menu.
• Click on the Apply button to confirm your selection.

You should now see a list of drivers available for your operating system.

Choose the Driver Type

The next step is to choose the driver type that suits your needs. There are two types of drivers that you can download for your printer: MFDrivers and Patch for Network Scan, USB Scan.

The MFDrivers are the full set of drivers that include all the software and utilities that you need to use your printer. They include the scanner driver, fax driver, network tool, toolbox, and address book tool. You should download the MFDrivers if you want to use all the features and functions of your printer.

The Patch for Network Scan, USB Scan is a small update that fixes some issues related to scanning over a network or USB connection. You should download the Patch for Network Scan, USB Scan if you already have the MFDrivers installed and you are experiencing some problems with scanning.

To choose the driver type, you need to follow these steps:

• On the list of drivers available for your operating system, look for the driver type that you want to download.
• Click on the Select button next to the driver type.
• Click on the Download button that appears below the driver type.

Download and Save the Driver File

The final step is to download and save the driver file to a convenient location on your computer. You need to remember where you save the file because you will need it later to install the driver.

To download and save the driver file, you need to follow these steps:

• On the download page that opens after you click on the Download button, click on Save File or Save As depending on your browser.
• Choose a folder where you want to save the file, such as Downloads, Desktop, or Documents.
• Click on Save or OK to start downloading the file.
• Wait for the download to finish. You can check the progress of the download on your browser or in your folder.

Install the Driver

Run the Driver File

The fourth step is to install the driver on your computer. You need to run the driver file that you downloaded and saved in the previous step.

To run the driver file, you need to follow these steps:

• Locate and double-click on the driver file that you saved. The file name should start with “MF4800” and end with “.exe” or “.dmg” depending on your operating system.
• If you see a security warning or a user account control prompt, click on Run, Yes, or Allow to continue.

Follow the On-Screen Instructions

The next step is to follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process. You need to agree to the license agreement, select the installation type, and connect your printer to your computer.

To follow the on-screen instructions, you need to follow these steps:

• Read and accept the license agreement by clicking on Yes or Agree.
• Select the installation type that suits your needs. You can choose between Easy Installation or Custom Installation. Easy Installation will install all the software and utilities that come with the driver. Custom Installation will let you choose which software and utilities you want to install.
• Connect your printer to your computer using a USB cable or a network connection. If you are using a USB cable, make sure that your printer is turned on and plugged into a power outlet. If you are using a network connection, make sure that your printer and computer are connected to the same network.
• Wait for the installation to finish. You may see some progress bars or messages on your screen.

Restart Your Computer and Printer

The final step is to restart your computer and printer after installing the driver. This is necessary to ensure that the driver works properly and that your printer is recognized by your computer.

To restart your computer and printer, you need to follow these steps:

• Click on Finish or Close when the installation is complete.
• Restart your computer by clicking on Start, Power, and Restart.
• Restart your printer by turning it off and on again.

Test Your Printer Functionality

The fifth and last step is to test your printer functionality by printing a test page, scanning a document, or sending a fax. This will help you verify that the driver is installed correctly and that your printer is working as expected.

To test your printer functionality, you can follow these steps:

• To print a test page, open any document or image on your computer and click on File, Print, and OK. You should see a test page coming out of your printer.
• To scan a document, place the document face down on the scanner glass or face up in the document feeder of your printer. Then open the Canon MF Toolbox on your computer and click on one of the scan buttons, such as PDF or Email. You should see a scanned image of your document on your computer screen.
• To send a fax, load the document you want to fax in the document feeder of your printer. Then press the Fax button on your printer and enter the fax number of the recipient using the numeric keypad. Press Start to send the fax. You should hear a confirmation tone when the fax is sent successfully.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully downloaded and installed the MF4800 driver for your Canon printer. You can now enjoy all the features and functions of your printer with ease.

Here are some tips on how to keep your driver updated and troubleshoot any issues:

• To check for updates for your driver, you can visit the Canon support website regularly and look for any new versions of the driver for your operating system. You can also use the Canon Update Utility that comes with the driver to automatically check for updates.
• To troubleshoot any issues with your driver or printer, you can refer to the user manual or online documentation for your printer model. You can also contact Canon customer support by phone, email, or chat if you need further assistance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the MF4800 driver?

A: The MF4800 driver is a software that allows your computer and printer to communicate and perform various functions, such as printing, scanning, copying, and faxing.

Q: How do I download the MF4800 driver?

A: You can download the MF4800 driver from the Canon support website by following these steps:

1. Check your printer model and operating system.
2. Visit the Canon support website and navigate to the product page for your printer model.
3. Select your operating system and choose the driver type that suits your needs.
4. Download and save the driver file to a convenient location on your computer.

Q: How do I install the MF4800 driver?

A: You can install the MF4800 driver by following these steps:

1. Run the driver file that you downloaded and saved in the previous step.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.
3. Restart your computer and printer after installing the driver.

Q: How do I test my printer functionality?

A: You can test your printer functionality by printing a test page, scanning a document, or sending a fax. You can follow these steps:

1. To print a test page, open any document or image on your computer and click on File, Print, and OK.
2. To scan a document, place the document face down on the scanner glass or face up in the document feeder of your printer. Then open the Canon MF Toolbox on your computer and click on one of the scan buttons, such as PDF or Email.
3. To send a fax, load the document you want to fax in the document feeder of your printer. Then press the Fax button on your printer and enter the fax number of the recipient using the numeric keypad. Press Start to send the fax.

Q: How do I keep my driver updated?

A: You can keep your driver updated by visiting the Canon support website regularly and looking for any new versions of the driver for your operating system. You can also use the Canon Update Utility that comes with the driver to automatically check for updates.

Q: How do I troubleshoot any issues with my driver or printer?

A: You can troubleshoot any issues with your driver or printer by referring to the user manual or online documentation for your printer model. You can also contact Canon customer support by phone, email, or chat if you need further assistance.

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