The setup wizard freezes during the device detection phase.
To ensure your download is verified and free of malware, only use official manufacturer websites:
Double-click the downloaded setup file. If prompted by Windows User Account Control (UAC), click Yes to grant administrative permissions.
Click the in the top left corner and navigate to System Settings (or System Preferences) > Printers & Scanners .
| Driver Source | Official Link | Notes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | global.canon/en/support | Download drivers, software, and manuals. | | Canon India Support | in.canon/en/support/0100592301 | Direct driver page for Canon F166 400. | | Canon Setup Website | ij.start.canon | For driver downloads and printer setup. | | Canon China Support | www.canon.com.cn | Official support for Chinese users. |
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: For standard drivers, Windows can often automatically detect and install the necessary files through Windows Update . 3. Verified Installation Steps
The installer will guide you through the process. Agree to the license terms and select a standard installation type for the full set of features.
We recommend downloading drivers directly from the official Canon website or trusted, authorized mirrors to ensure authenticity.
Once the software recognizes the hardware, the installation will finish. It is highly recommended to restart your computer to ensure all system changes take effect. For Mac Users
: The site usually detects your operating system (e.g., Windows 11, macOS), but you can manually select it from the dropdown menu if needed.
To verify the driver installation: