The Canon imageRUNNER 3245i driver connects this multifunction office printer to Windows, allowing applications to send print jobs with the correct settings. Choosing a compatible driver helps you access paper-handling options, adjust output preferences, and avoid problems caused by an unsuitable or generic printer driver.

Key Features

• Printer-specific settings: Access controls for paper size, orientation, copy count, and print quality through the Windows printing preferences.
• Duplex printing options: Set up two-sided output for everyday documents to reduce paper use.
• Paper source selection: Choose available trays and match print jobs to the paper loaded in the device.
• Accessory configuration: Enable supported finishing and paper-handling options when the corresponding hardware is installed and recognized by the driver.

How to Install

1. Check your Windows version. Before downloading, confirm whether your computer runs Windows 11, 10, 8, or 7, and check its system architecture. Select a Canon imageRUNNER 3245i driver package that explicitly lists compatibility with your setup; one package may not cover every version.

1. Prepare the printer connection. Turn on the printer and make sure it is ready. For a network installation, connect your computer to a network that can reach the printer and note the printer’s IP address if available.

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

1. Install and select the device. Run the included installer and follow its prompts. If the package does not include an installer, use the Windows Add printer option, choose the appropriate connection or network address, and browse to the extracted driver files when prompted.

1. Verify settings and print a test page. Open Printer properties, confirm the available trays and installed accessories, then send a Windows test page. If printing fails, check the printer’s status, network address, and selected port before reinstalling.

For shared office environments, confirm the correct driver choice with your administrator. Available features can vary with the driver type, Windows version, and the printer’s installed options; printing support does not automatically include scanning or other multifunction capabilities.

Common Issues and Fixes

• Install fails or stalls: Run the Canon imageRUNNER 3245i driver setup as administrator, temporarily disable antivirus, and remove old Canon printer entries in Print Management before reinstalling.
• Device not detected: Confirm the 3245i is on the same network, ping its IP address, and verify the correct port (Standard TCP/IP or USB) is selected. For USB, try a different cable/port.
• Driver version conflicts: Uninstall previous Canon UFR II/PCL drivers completely, restart Windows, then install the matching 32-bit/64-bit package for your OS. Avoid mixing older and newer 3245i drivers on the same print server.