MP495 series Driver

The Canon MP495 series driver connects your PIXMA MP495 all-in-one printer to Windows, enabling compatible software to send print jobs and access scanning functions. It is useful when setting up the device for the first time, reinstalling Windows, or troubleshooting a printer that is not detected correctly.

Key Features

• Printing support: Lets Windows applications communicate with the printer and use available settings such as paper size, print quality, and page layout.
• Scanning access: Provides the driver components needed for compatible scanning software to work with the MP495’s built-in scanner.
• Connection setup: Supports device communication over USB or wireless networking, depending on the selected package and your setup.
• Legacy Windows compatibility: Driver options are available for Windows 10, 8.1, 7, Vista, and XP. Choose the package that matches your operating system and its 32-bit or 64-bit architecture.

How to Install MP495 series Driver

1. Check your Windows version. Confirm your operating system and architecture before choosing a file. For Windows 10/11 systems, note that Windows 10 is listed as supported here; Windows 11 compatibility should be verified with Canon rather than assumed.
2. Select the correct package. For your MP495 series driver download for Windows, choose the latest version available for your specific operating system—not simply the newest package overall. Canon drivers are normally offered as a free download.
3. Prepare the printer. Turn it on and keep it nearby. For wireless setup, have your network details ready; for USB installation, connect the cable when the installer instructs you.
4. Run the installer. Open the downloaded file, approve the Windows permission prompt if shown, and follow the instructions to install the driver and select your connection method.
5. Verify operation. Restart the computer if requested, then print a test page and try a scan using compatible software.

Keep the driver updated when a compatible update is available, especially if you encounter connection or printing problems. Before replacing a working driver, review the package’s supported operating systems and installation notes to avoid compatibility issues.

Common Issues and Fixes

• Installer fails or stalls: Disconnect the USB cable, run the Canon setup as administrator, and temporarily disable antivirus. Remove older Canon MP495 entries in Programs and Features, reboot, then reinstall the full driver package. Connect USB only when setup asks.
• Printer not detected: Use a direct USB 2.0 port and a known-good cable, power-cycle the MP495, and run the Windows printer troubleshooter. For Wi-Fi, confirm PC and printer are on the same network and reconnect using WPS or Canon’s IJ Network Tool.
• Driver/version conflicts or scan errors: Uninstall duplicate MP495 devices and old MP Drivers/ScanGear, match the driver to Windows 32/64-bit, then reboot and reinstall. If scanning still fails, reinstall ScanGear and select the MP495 as default.