Thanks guys your a big help (I think anyway).
Not sure of your name? Byte, I have already done what you have suggested. I
have XP and my printer came with installation cds. Yes I did read the
instuctions first and waited untill instructed to plug in the cables, I've
done this 4 times now just incase I missed something. I've been to the canon
site AU, I am now waiting for tech support to ring me with hopefully some
answers too.
You guys are great thankyou again
Stella