How to Install Canon MF3010 MFP on an ARM Laptop with Windows 11

Last Updated on 26.05.2026 by DriverNew

After purchasing a modern laptop powered by an ARM processor (Copilot+ PC category), users of the popular Canon MF3010 multi-function printer (MFP) face an issue. The printer does not print, and there is no required installer on the official Canon website. In this article, we explain the root cause of the problem, break down non-working methods found on the Internet, and provide step-by-step working solutions for the Windows 11 operating system.

How to Check the Processor Type on Your Laptop?

If you do not know what type of processor is installed in your device, follow these steps:

1. Right-click the Start button in the bottom corner of the screen and select System.
2. In the window that opens, find the Processor or System type line.
3. If it says ARM64 or mentions a Snapdragon (Qualcomm) brand, your laptop belongs to the new type. You need to use the instructions from this article.

Why Did the Problem Occur?

An ARM architecture processor is installed inside your new laptop. It differs from the usual processors from Intel or AMD. The Windows 11 on ARM operating system can run regular legacy programs through a built-in emulator.

However, device drivers cannot be emulated. A driver works deep within the operating system. It must be written strictly for the architecture of a specific processor. Canon has not released and does not plan to release ARM64 drivers for the older MF3010 model. The legacy Windows 10 operating system no longer supports the new Snapdragon processors, so all solutions are relevant specifically for Windows 11.

Debunking Myths: What NOT to Waste Your Time On

Important note: why are there so many false instructions on the Internet?

Most bloggers and forum commenters give advice without even suspecting the existence of Windows 11 on ARM. They write their guides for regular Windows 11 (for Intel/AMD processors) and mistakenly think their advice is universal. But due to the fundamental difference in processor architecture, all their “hacks” are guaranteed to fail on your ARM laptop. For the Canon MF3010 model, these tips definitely do not work:

• Myth 1: “Extract the EXE archive and install the driver manually via an INF file.” Reality: the archive contains files with .dll and .sys extensions. They are compiled for Intel processors. Windows 11 will block their installation at the kernel level.
• Myth 2: “Install a universal ARM driver from Xerox or HP.” Reality: this method only works for expensive office printers. Such printers understand standard PCL6 or PostScript print languages. The Canon MF3010 model uses the proprietary Canon UFR II LT language. Universal drivers from other brands do not work with it.

PRINTING: Verified Workarounds

Making the Canon MF3010 print directly via a USB cable from an ARM laptop is technically impossible. This task can only be solved using workarounds.

Method 1. Via Shared Access and a Second x64 Computer (100% Working Method)

If you have a second computer or an old laptop with a regular Intel or AMD processor, use this method. We will connect the printer to it, and your ARM laptop will send documents over the Wi-Fi network.

Step 1. Find Out the Network Name of the Regular Computer

Perform these steps on the regular computer (Intel/AMD):

• Right-click the Start button and select System.
• In the upper part of the window, find the Device name line (for example: DESKTOP-PC1 or OFFICE-MAIN). Write down this name.

Step 2. Set Up Sharing on the Regular Computer

1. Connect the Canon MF3010 to the regular computer using a USB cable. Install the official driver from the Canon website and test printing.
2. Open the printer settings. The path in the system is: Start -> Settings -> Bluetooth & devices -> Printers & scanners. Click on Canon MF3010, then select Printer properties.
3. In the window that opens, go to the Sharing tab.
4. Check the box next to Share this printer. In the field below, enter a simple name using Latin letters, for example: Canon3010.
5. Click the Apply button, then click OK.

Step 3. Connect the Printer on the ARM Laptop with Windows 11

Important condition: both computers must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. The regular computer must be turned on during printing.

1. On the ARM laptop, open Settings -> Bluetooth & devices -> Printers & scanners.
2. Click the blue Add device button.
3. Wait for 40 seconds. Under the search bar, the Add manually button will appear. Click it.
4. Select Select a shared printer by name.
5. In the empty line, enter the network address. Use the computer name from Step 1 and the printer name from Step 2. Input format: \\Computer_Name\Printer_Name.
   Example: \\DESKTOP-PC1\Canon3010
6. Click Next. Windows 11 will configure the network connection automatically.

Method 2. Connecting via the Router’s USB Port (Potential Issues)

If your Wi-Fi router has a USB port, you can connect the printer to it. This will turn the printer into a network device without using a second computer.

The difficulty: due to Canon’s specific printing language, this method is unstable. The printer might only print text, make long pauses, or produce errors.

1. Plug the printer’s USB cable into the router. Enable the “Print Server” feature in the router settings.
2. On the ARM laptop, go to the manual printer addition menu (as described in Method 1).
3. Select Add a local printer or network printer with manual settings.
4. Select Create a new port, and set the type of port to Standard TCP/IP Port.
5. Enter the local IP address of your router (for example: 192.168.1.1).
6. At the driver selection stage, do not choose the Canon brand. In the left column, select Generic, and in the right column, select Generic / Text Only.
7. Complete the installation and test printing. If the printer outputs blank pages, this method is not compatible with your router.

SCANNING: Direct USB Connection (100% Working Method)

The scanner module in the Canon MF3010 can be connected directly to an ARM laptop via a USB cable. The native Canon ScanGear software will not work, but there is a working alternative.

Step-by-Step Instructions for Windows 11:

1. Connect the Canon MF3010 via a USB cable to your ARM laptop. Ignore system messages about driver errors.
2. Open your browser and visit the official website of the VueScan program. Download the version of the program designed for the Windows ARM64 architecture.
3. Install and run VueScan.
4. VueScan features built-in drivers for legacy scanners. It communicates with the Canon scanner chip directly via USB, bypassing the blocked Windows 11 system services.
5. The program will immediately detect your Canon MF3010. You will be able to scan documents and save files in PDF or JPEG formats.

Note: VueScan is a paid software. The free version adds a watermark to scanned documents. As of today, this is the only stable way to run the scanner locally on an ARM laptop.

Summary

If you own an ARM laptop and a Canon MF3010 MFP, the working setup looks like this:

• Printing: Set up shared access via a second regular computer over Wi-Fi.
• Scanning: Connect the device directly to the laptop using a USB cable and use VueScan ARM64.