Canon PIXMA MG2545s Driver Installation Guide for Windows & macOS
Canon PIXMA MG2545s Driver Installation Guide for Windows & macOS

Canon PIXMA MG2545s Specification
- Functions Print, Copy, Scan
PRINTER SPECIFICATIONS
- Print Resolution Up to 4800 x 600 dpi
- Print Technology 2 FINE Cartridges (Black and Colour)
- Inkjet system with 2pl (min.) ink droplet size
- Mono Print Speed Approx. 8.0 ipm
- Colour Print Speed Approx. 4.0 ipm
- Borderless Printing Not available
- Two Sided Printing Manual operation
CARTRIDGES AND YIELDS
- Standard Ink Cartridges PG-445 (Black),CL-446 (Colour)
- Optional XL Ink Cartridges PG-445XL (Black),CL-446XL (Colour)
- Cartridge Yield (Plain paper) A4 colour documents printing,Black: 180 pages,Black XL: 400 pages,Colour: 180 pages,Colour XL: 300 pages
PAPER SUPPORT
- Paper Types Plain Paper,Envelopes,Photo Paper Plus Glossy II (PP-201),Photo Paper Glossy “Everyday Use” (GP-501)
- Maximum Paper Input Rear tray: Max. 60 sheets (pain paper),
- Paper Sizes Plain paper: A4, A5, B5, Letter, Legal
- Photo paper: 10x15cm, 13x18cm,Envelopes: DL, COM10
- Paper Weight Plain paper: 64 – 105 g/m²,Canon photo paper: up to 275 g/m²
- Scanner Type CIS flatbed photo and document scanner
- Scanner Resolution (Optical) 600 x 1200 dpi
- A4 Scan Speed Approx. 14 seconds
- Scanning Depth (Input / Output) Colour: 48 bit / 24 bit
- Greyscale: 16 bit / 8 bit
- Maximum Document Size 216 x 297 mm
- Copy Speed sFCOT: Approx. 31 seconds
- sESAT: Approx. 1.6 ipm
- Multiple Copy 21 copies (max.)
- Copy Functions Document copying (plain paper)
- Display Type & Size No display
- Interface Type – PC / Mac Hi-Speed USB (B Port)
- Supported Operating Systems Windows 10,Windows 8,Windows 7,Windows Vista,Windows XP SP3 (32bit only),Mac OS X 10.6.8 or later
- Supported Mobile Systems Windows RT
- Minimum System Requirements Windows: 3GB disk space, Internet Explorer 8,Mac: Internet connection, 1.5GB disk space, Safari 5,Display: 1024 x 768 XGA
- Software Included MP Driver including Scanning Utility,My Image Garden with Full HD Movie Print,Quick Menu,Easy-WebPrint EX (download)
- Weight Approx. 3.5 kg
- Dimensions (W x D x H) 426 x 306 x 145mm
- Operating Temperature 5-35°C
- Operating Humidity 10-90%RH (no dew condensation)
- Power Source AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz,Standby (connected to PC via USB): Approx. 1.0 W (scanning lamp off)
- Power Consumption Off: Approx. 0.4 W,Standby (all ports connected): Approx. 1.0 W (scanning lamp off)Time to enter Standby mode: 7 minutes,Copying: Approx. 9 W
Installing printer drivers often becomes problematic after system updates, especially on Windows 11 and recent macOS versions. Many users report that the printer is detected but fails to print, scan, or connect wirelessly.
This guide explains not only how to install the correct driver for [PIXMA MG2545s], but also why installation fails, how to fix common errors, and how to keep the driver stable after updates.
Who This Driver Guide Is For
- Home users installing a printer for the first time
- Users upgrading to Windows 11 or macOS Sonoma
- Offices experiencing printer offline or driver errors
Canon PIXMA MG2545s Operating System Compatibility
Canon PIXMA MG2545s Drivers
www.driverstool.com provide a download link for Canon PIXMA MG2545s Series publishing directly from Canon website with easy-to-download, to get the download link can be found below.
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Why Printer Drivers Often Fail After Installation
- Windows Update replaces manufacturer drivers
- Unsigned or outdated driver packages
- Incorrect USB or network configuration
- macOS security restrictions blocking extensions
Windows Installation Steps
- Remove previous drivers from Device Manager
- Restart the system
- Install the latest official driver
- Reconnect the printer when prompted
macOS Installation Steps
- Download the compatible driver version
- Allow system extension in Security Settings
- Add printer manually from System Settings
Common Problems and How to Fix Them
Printer Detected but Not Printing
This usually occurs when the wrong driver version is installed or the print spooler service is not running.
Scanner Not Working After Driver Install
Ensure WIA (Windows Image Acquisition) service is enabled and the scanner driver is installed separately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use older drivers on Windows 11?
Older drivers may work temporarily, but they often fail after system updates. Always use the latest compatible version.
Why does macOS block printer drivers?
macOS requires explicit user permission for third-party drivers to protect system integrity.
Should I uninstall drivers before reinstalling?
Yes. Removing previous drivers prevents conflicts and installation errors.
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