GNU/Linux Arch Canon iP8500 Printer Setup – QuickStart Guide
Hi! The Tutorial shows you Step-by-Step How to Install Canon PIXMA iP8500 Printer in Arch-based GNU/Linux Desktops.
And the Canon PIXMA iP8500 Printer Setup on Arch is granted by the GutenPrint Software because the Proprietary Driver is not available.
Moreover, Gutenprint is a suite of Printer Drivers for UNIX, Linux, and macOS systems that use CUPS as their printing system.
Gutenprint currently Supports over 2600 printers.
Especially relevant: after Installing the Driver to achieve the Setup follow instructions to Add Canon Printer.
Finally, this Setup is valid for all the Arch Linux Based Distros like:
- Manjaro
- CachyOS
- EndeavourOS
- Garuda
- Bluestar
- ArcoLinux
- Archcraft
- ArchBang
- Artix
- Archman
- BlackArch
- ArchLabs
1. Installing Printer Driver
How to Install GutenPrint Printer Drivers Suite on Arch
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