My imageCLASS MF275dw Still Won’t Print — What’s Wrong?

If you own a Canon imageCLASS MF275dw, you may have run into times when it refuses to print, even though everything seems fine. The printer is connected, there’s paper loaded, and yet your computer just sits there without sending anything to the printer. This can be incredibly frustrating, especially if you need to print something important right away.

One of the most common reasons your printer won’t print is because the computer and printer are not communicating correctly. This often happens when the small piece of software that helps your computer “talk” to your printer becomes outdated, missing, or broken. Without it working properly, your computer cannot send documents to your printer the right way.

The good news is that fixing this problem is usually simple. In this guide, we’ll walk through why this happens and the easiest ways to fix it.

Why your Canon imageCLASS MF275dw might stop printing

Every printer needs a communication link with your computer. Think of it like a translator. Your computer speaks one “language” and your printer speaks another. The translator (the small bit of software on your computer) makes sure the instructions are passed correctly.

When this translator is out of date, missing, or damaged, your printer will not know what to do with the files you are trying to print. This is why you might see errors like:

• Printer not responding
• Printer is offline
• Print jobs stuck in the queue
• Nothing happens when you click “Print”

It can seem like your printer is broken, but often it’s not the printer itself. It’s the communication link that needs to be refreshed.

The easiest way to fix the issue

If you want a quick and simple solution that does not require digging through menus or downloading files manually, the best option is to use a tool that handles everything for you.

We recommend DriverAssist. This tool automatically checks your Canon imageCLASS MF275dw, finds the correct communication link for it, and sets it up correctly on your computer. You don’t have to figure out what file to download or worry about installing the wrong one.

You can download it directly here.

Once you install it, DriverAssist will scan your system, fix the missing or outdated communication link for your Canon MF275dw, and get your printer working again. For most everyday users, this is the fastest way to get back to printing.

How to update the connection manually (for those who prefer step-by-step fixes)

If you would rather handle it yourself, there are two reliable manual methods:

1. Downloading the correct file from Canon’s support website
2. Using the built-in Windows Device Manager

Both of these will refresh the connection between your computer and the Canon imageCLASS MF275dw. Below we’ll cover each one in detail.

Option 1: Updating through Canon’s support website

1. Open your browser and go to Canon’s official support page.
2. Search for your printer model: type “imageCLASS MF275dw” in the search box.
3. Choose your operating system: Windows 10, Windows 11, or whichever version you use.
4. Find the correct communication file (usually listed as software or printer connection setup).
5. Download the file to your computer.
6. Open the downloaded file and follow the on-screen instructions.
7. Restart your computer and printer once the setup finishes.

This process ensures you are getting the most up-to-date software directly from Canon. However, it can take a little time if you are not used to searching and downloading files.

Option 2: Updating through Windows Device Manager

If you prefer not to visit the website, you can update the connection directly from Windows:

1. Click the Start button on your computer.
2. Type “Device Manager” and open it.
3. In Device Manager, look for “Printers” or “Print queues.”
4. Right-click your Canon imageCLASS MF275dw.
5. Select “Update” from the menu.
6. Choose “Search automatically.” Windows will check online for the right communication file and install it.
7. Restart your computer and try printing again.

This method is built right into Windows, but sometimes Windows may not always find the latest file. If that happens, you’ll need to try Method 1 or use DriverAssist for a quicker fix.

Which option should you choose?

• If you want the fastest and least complicated way, choose DriverAssist. It does everything automatically and ensures the Canon imageCLASS MF275dw is set up properly.
• If you feel comfortable downloading and installing files yourself, try Canon’s support website.
• If you just want to use tools already built into Windows, then Device Manager works, but it may not always solve the issue.

Tips to keep your Canon MF275dw running smoothly

Once your printer is working again, here are a few tips to help prevent future problems:

• Restart both your printer and computer occasionally to refresh connections.
• If your printer stops responding again, check whether the communication file needs to be refreshed.
• Bookmark the Canon support page or keep DriverAssist handy so you can quickly fix the issue next time.

Final thoughts

When your Canon imageCLASS MF275dw won’t print, it can feel like a major headache. The reality is that most of the time, it’s not the printer itself. It’s simply the communication link between the printer and the computer that needs attention.

The easiest fix is to use DriverAssist, which handles everything for you in a couple of clicks. If you prefer, you can also update manually through Canon’s website or through Windows Device Manager.

No matter which option you choose, once you refresh this connection, your Canon MF275dw should be back to printing smoothly.