Printer problems

Happy Bricky · 08-17-2006, 02:37 PM

Hi.I am a newbi to Linux but very keen to learn. at present I am using ubuntu OS, I am trying to configure my canon printer, but not having much luck, the system has recognised my scanner which is working fine. Can anyone please put me right. Thanking you in anticicpation. Happy Bricky.

Brian1 · 08-17-2006, 05:56 PM

Need more info like model number and how connected. Check out this link to see if it is compatiable and how to set it up. http://www.linuxprinting.org/cups-doc.html

Brian1

Happy Bricky · 08-18-2006, 04:33 AM

Hi Brian 1, Thankyou for your reply. The model No is Canon i865 and the connection is USB. Happy Bricky.

Brian1 · 08-18-2006, 05:56 PM

Checking over at the above link, for a i860 series says not compatiable. They call it a paper wieght. Checking the canon site shows no linux drivers either.

If you think of getting a different printer check the HP line. I have 3 HP printers under linux and all have worked great.

Brian1

Happy Bricky · 08-19-2006, 05:28 AM

Thanks Brian1, You have saved me a few hours of frustration, just have to keep printing on MS until I get round to purchasing a new printer. I do appreciate your input. Happy Bricky.