Reinstall the driver. First, go to Settings > Bluetooth & Devices > Printers & Scanners , select the MAXIFY 2140, click Remove device . Then reinstall using the latest driver from Canon’s site.

Without the correct , your computer may detect the printer but fail to communicate effectively, resulting in failed print jobs, garbled text, or the printer sitting idle.

The scanner requires a separate driver called the Canon IJ Scan Utility . Ensure you downloaded the Full Driver Package. If missing, install the Scan Utility manually from the Canon support page under “Drivers” > “Scanner Driver.”

: Ensure your printer is on the same Wi-Fi network as your computer. You can use the "Easy Wireless Connect" option on the printer's LCD menu to link it to your router. Core Software Components

: Necessary for desktop scanning and managing scanned documents.

These usually indicate a communication error. Restart both your computer and printer, unplug the USB cable, and disable your antivirus temporarily.

Avoid the "Driver Only" option unless you are a technical expert. The full package also includes the Canon IJ Network Tool and the My Printer utility, which are invaluable for troubleshooting.

A word of caution: the internet is filled with third-party websites offering "free driver downloaders." Most of these are laden with adware, spyware, or outright malware. Always download drivers directly from the official source.

For a smooth setup, follow these steps to install the driver on your computer: MAXIFY MB2140 - Download drivers, software and manuals