The Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5250i driver connects your Windows computer to this multifunction device so you can send print jobs over your network. Installing a compatible Canon driver helps Windows recognize the printer and makes its supported printing options available in your applications.

Key Features

• Network printing: Send documents to the Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5250i through your local network using the printer’s assigned IP address or a shared print queue.
• Print settings control: Adjust options such as paper size, orientation, color mode, and two-sided printing, depending on the driver and device configuration.
• Paper and finishing options: Access supported paper sources and finishing settings when the corresponding trays or accessories are installed and correctly configured.
• Windows integration: Use the printer from applications with standard Windows printing support. Choose a driver package that explicitly supports your version of Windows 11, 10, 8, or 7.

How to Install

1. Check your Windows version and system type. Confirm whether your computer requires a 32-bit or 64-bit package, then select the appropriate Canon driver. Compatibility can vary between driver releases, so review the package’s supported operating systems before downloading.

1. Prepare the network connection. Turn on the printer and make sure your PC can reach it on the network. If automatic discovery is unavailable, find the printer’s IP address in its network settings or ask your network administrator.

1. Download and extract the driver. Save the compatible package to your computer. If it is compressed, extract its contents before running the installer.

1. Install and select the printer. Launch the setup program and follow its prompts for a network connection. Select the detected Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5250i, or add it using its IP address if prompted. If no installer is included, use Windows’ Add Printer option and browse to the extracted driver files.

1. Verify settings and print a test page. Check the configured paper trays, duplex options, and any installed finishing accessories. Print a test page to confirm communication; if the device appears offline, verify its IP address and the Windows printer port settings.

This printing driver may not include scanning or fax functionality. Those features can require separate Canon software and additional configuration.

Common Issues and Fixes

• Install fails or rolls back: An older Canon iR-ADV C5250i UFR II/PCL driver may be blocking setup. Uninstall existing Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE drivers, reboot, then run the installer as administrator and allow Windows driver signing.
• Device not detected on the network: Confirm the C5250i has a valid IP address on the same subnet. If auto-discovery fails, add a Standard TCP/IP port manually using the printer’s IP, and enable SNMP in the printer’s network settings.
• Driver version conflicts: Windows may retain a Generic Plus UFR II/PCL6 driver or stale WSD port. Remove old C5250i printer entries and unused ports, then install one driver type (UFR II or PCL6) and set that queue as default.