topic Re: Imageclass D570 - need driver software -> PPD <- for Ubuntu Linux in Printer Software & Networking

Imageclass D570 - need driver software -> PPD <- for Ubuntu Linux

gandsnut — Mon, 10 Jun 2024 06:53:10 GMT

I have searched extensively for PPD software that facilitates installation of my printer, and cannot find such. What / where can this be found? OR, where can I get whatever DVD or CD-ROM came with the printer, which presumably has the PPD modules I need?

Re: Imageclass D570 - need driver software -> PPD <- for Ubuntu Linux

FrankBernhardt — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 11:36:27 GMT

Hi gandsnut

Even if you had the PPD it's probably not compatibal with your CUPS printing.

I had the same problem with my P-200.

My solution was to set up a windose VM on my Linux box, install the drivers into the VM, and print from there.

This is the Readers Digest version but you can read the detailed solution

https://community.usa.canon.com/t5/Printer-Software-Networking/Canon-Pixma-Pro-200-Linux-Drivers/m-p/480062#M18363

I know it's sad that we have to fall back on another OS but not all corporations have gotten the email. 😉

Cheers.

Re: Imageclass D570 - need driver software -> PPD <- for Ubuntu Linux

gandsnut — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 15:56:48 GMT

FB: I had my system working fine with CUPS until I changed the Ubuntu desktop from KDE to MATE. Somewhere in my residence I'll bet I have the original Canon DVD with drivers, which came with the printer. Where?? Hell if I know. Time has come to pester Canon relentlessly for a replacement DVD. Thanks.