The Canon i SENSYS MF8380Cdw driver connects this color multifunction printer to your Windows PC, allowing applications to send print jobs with the correct settings. Installing a compatible Canon driver helps you access device-specific options rather than relying on a basic Windows printing driver.

Key Features

• Device-specific print settings: Adjust paper size, orientation, copy count, and output preferences through the printer’s driver interface.
• Color and monochrome controls: Choose suitable output settings for everyday documents, reports, and color presentations.
• Duplex and paper handling options: Configure automatic two-sided printing and select available paper sources to match your document.
• Connection support: Set up printing over USB or a local network, depending on the driver package and how the printer is connected.

How to Install

1. Check your Windows version. Confirm whether your computer runs Windows 11, 10, 8, or 7, and check its system type. Select a driver explicitly listed as compatible with your operating system and architecture; older packages may not support every Windows version.

1. Choose the correct download. Look for a Canon i SENSYS MF8380Cdw printer driver that matches your setup. If you also need scanning, check whether the package includes scanner support or requires a separate Canon driver or utility.

1. Prepare the connection. Turn on the printer and clear any errors shown on its display. For network installation, ensure the printer and PC are on the same reachable local network. For USB installation, follow the installer’s instructions about when to connect the cable.

1. Run the installer. Extract the downloaded files if necessary, then launch the setup program. Approve the Windows permission prompt, choose the appropriate connection method, and select the printer when it appears. If network discovery fails, use the printer’s IP address if the installer offers that option.

1. Verify the setup. Open the Windows printer settings, confirm that the Canon printer is listed, and print a test page. Review paper and duplex preferences before your first job. If you installed scanner software, test scanning separately, since successful printing does not confirm that scanning is configured.

Common Issues and Fixes

• Install fails or stalls: Remove any existing Canon i-SENSYS MF8380Cdw print queue and old Canon drivers via Print Management, reboot, then run the latest Canon UFR II/PCL driver installer as administrator. Disable antivirus blocking during setup if needed.
• Device not detected: For USB, try a direct rear-port connection and a known-good cable. For network, confirm the MF8380Cdw is on the same subnet, ping its IP, and add it using a Standard TCP/IP port with the correct IP rather than auto-discovery.
• Driver/version conflicts: Windows may install a generic driver or retain an old Canon version. Delete the existing printer and driver package, restart the print spooler, then install the current MF8380Cdw driver and set it as default.