How to Install MP490 Series Printer on Arch Based Desktops

GNU/Linux Arch MP490 Printer Setup – QuickStart Guide

Hi! The Tutorial shows you Step-by-Step How to Install PIXMA MP490 Series Printer in Arch-based GNU/Linux Desktops.

And the PIXMA MP490 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 Printer.

And so this Setup should be valid for All the following PIXMA Printer Models: MP492, MP493, MP495, MP496, MP497, MP498, MP499.

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. 1. Installing Printer Driver

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