Dell 1355cnw Color MFP Driver

The Dell 1355cnw Color MFP driver connects your Windows PC to this multifunction color printer so compatible applications can send print jobs and access supported device settings. It is useful when setting up the printer for the first time, reinstalling Windows, or troubleshooting communication problems; scanning functions may require a separate Dell software package.

Key Features

• Enables printing from Windows applications, with controls for paper size, orientation, and other supported output options.
• Provides access to color and print-quality settings for everyday documents, presentations, and graphics.
• Supports communication through the connection methods covered by the selected driver package, such as USB or network printing.
• Helps Windows identify the device correctly and use its supported printing functions.

How to Install Dell 1355cnw Color MFP Driver

1. Check your Windows version and system type. Match the package to Windows 10, 8.1, 7, Vista, or XP, and choose 32-bit or 64-bit where applicable. For Windows 10/11 systems, verify compatibility carefully: Windows 11 is not included in the listed supported operating systems.
2. Choose the Dell 1355cnw Color MFP driver download for Windows that matches your setup. Look for the latest version compatible with your operating system, rather than assuming the newest package supports every Windows release.
3. Obtain the free download from a trusted source and extract the files if necessary. Turn on the printer, and follow the installer’s guidance on when to connect a USB cable or select a network-connected device.
4. Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions. If no installer is included, use Windows printer settings to add the printer and select the extracted driver files.
5. Restart your PC if prompted, then print a test page. If you also need scanning, check whether a separate compatible scanner driver or utility is required.

Keep your driver updated when a compatible update addresses a problem or improves reliability. Before replacing a working installation, review the package’s supported operating systems and installation notes, especially after changes to Windows or your network setup.

Common Issues and Fixes

• Install fails: Uninstall any existing Dell 1355cnw printer and scanner entries, then run the driver installer as administrator. Disconnect USB until prompted; temporarily disable antivirus if it blocks the setup.
• Device not detected: For USB, connect directly to the PC, not a hub. For network/Wi-Fi, confirm the printer and PC are on the same network, use the printer’s IP address to add a TCP/IP port, and keep the Dell MFP software installed for scanning.
• Version conflicts: Remove older Dell 1355cnw driver packages and Dell Color MFP software, restart, then install the latest package for your Windows version. Avoid mixing WSD and TCP/IP ports for the same printer.