The Canon iR1730 1740 1750 PCL6 driver connects Windows applications to compatible Canon imageRUNNER printers, translating documents into PCL6 print instructions. Installing the correct driver helps Windows recognize the printer and gives you access to print settings beyond those offered by a basic generic driver.

Key Features

• PCL6 printing support: Processes text, graphics, and multipage documents from Windows applications for everyday office printing.
• Document layout controls: Provides options such as paper size, orientation, copy count, and multiple pages per sheet, depending on the driver package.
• Device-specific settings: Lets you configure supported paper sources and double-sided printing when those features are available on the connected printer.
• Windows integration: Makes printer preferences accessible through Windows and application print dialogs. Choose a package explicitly listed for your version of Windows 11, 10, 8, or 7 and its system architecture.

How to Install

1. Check your system and printer. Confirm your Windows version and whether it uses a 32-bit or 64-bit architecture. Verify that the download lists your Canon iR1730, iR1740, or iR1750 model and supports your operating system.

1. Download and extract the driver. Save the appropriate Canon iR1730 1740 1750 PCL6 driver package to your computer. If it arrives as a compressed archive, extract its contents before starting installation.

1. Prepare the connection. Turn on the printer. For network printing, ensure the computer can reach the printer and note its IP address if needed. For USB installation, follow the installer’s instructions about when to connect the cable.

1. Run the setup process. Open the installer and approve any administrator prompt. Select the connection type, choose the detected printer or enter its network address, and complete the prompts. If no installer is included, use Windows’ Add printer option and browse to the extracted driver files when requested.

1. Confirm printing and preferences. Open the installed printer’s properties and print a test page. Check the default paper size and available device options, then adjust printing preferences to match your usual documents.

If installation fails, first recheck the package’s operating-system compatibility and the printer connection. This PCL6 driver is intended for printing; scanning functions may require separate Canon software.

Common Issues and Fixes

• Install fails or rolls back: Run the Canon PCL6 setup as administrator and remove any existing iR1730/1740/1750 PCL5/PCL6 or UFRII driver in Print Management before reinstalling. Match the package to Windows 32/64-bit.
• Device not detected: For network models, confirm the copier’s IP is reachable and create a Standard TCP/IP port instead of WSD; for USB, connect directly and reinstall with the printer powered on.
• Version conflicts / wrong driver selected: Delete duplicate Canon iR1730/1740/1750 queues, then install only the PCL6 driver; avoid mixing UFRII and PCL6 on the same queue.