MP960 Driver

The Canon MP960 driver connects your PIXMA MP960 multifunction printer to Windows, allowing compatible software to communicate with its printing and scanning functions. If you are setting up the device, reinstalling Windows, or troubleshooting a connection problem, installing the correct driver is an important first step.

Although sometimes listed under camera downloads, the Canon PIXMA MP960 is a multifunction printer rather than a digital camera. Choose a package specifically identified for this model to avoid installing unrelated Canon software.

Key Features

• Printer communication: Helps Windows send print jobs to the MP960 and access supported printing preferences.
• Scanning support: A compatible scanner driver enables scanning through supported applications; it may require a separate download.
• Device settings: Provides access to options such as paper size, media type, and print quality, depending on the installed package.
• Troubleshooting support: Reinstalling the correct driver may resolve missing-device errors or communication issues caused by damaged driver files.

How to Install MP960 Driver

1. Check your Windows version. Confirm your operating system and whether it is 32-bit or 64-bit. For Windows 10, 8.1, 7, Vista, or XP, verify that the individual package explicitly supports your configuration.
2. Select a matching download. Before starting your MP960 driver download for Windows, check the model name, compatibility notes, and publisher. Use an official Canon source where available; a free download should not require purchasing a driver-update utility.
3. Prepare the connection. Close open applications and follow the installer’s instructions about when to connect the printer’s USB cable.
4. Install the driver. Run the downloaded installer, approve the Windows permission prompt after verifying the publisher, and follow the setup instructions.
5. Test the device. Restart if requested, print a test page, and check scanning separately if you installed scanner software.

Keep the driver updated by checking for the latest version compatible with your exact system. When planning a Windows 10/11 upgrade, do not assume an older MP960 package will work: confirm available support first. An update can help address documented issues, but newer software is useful only when it supports both your device and operating system.

Common Issues and Fixes

• Install fails or stalls: Disconnect the MP960 USB cable, uninstall older Canon MP Drivers/software, restart, then run the MP960 driver installer as administrator. Reconnect USB only when setup prompts.
• Printer not detected: Use a direct USB 2.0 port instead of a hub, try a known-good cable, power on the MP960, and check Device Manager for unknown devices. Uninstall the device and rescan if needed.
• Version/driver conflicts: Match the installer to 32-bit or 64-bit Windows, remove duplicate Canon MP960 entries in Print Management, and avoid mixing old and new MP Drivers. On Windows 10/11, use the latest compatible Canon package.