Sharp Ar-b351 Drivers May 2026

Windows 10/11 blocks unsigned drivers by default. We will bypass this.

Step 1: Disable Driver Signature Enforcement (Temporary).

Step 2: Download the Windows 7 64-bit PCL6 driver from Sharp’s archive. Even if you have Windows 11 64-bit, use the Vista/7 driver.

Step 3: Extract the ZIP file to a folder (e.g., C:\Sharp_ARB351).

Step 4: Open Settings > Bluetooth & Devices > Printers & Scanners (Windows 11) or Devices and Printers (Windows 10).

Step 5: Click “Add device” → wait for it to search → then click “The printer that I want isn’t listed.” sharp ar-b351 drivers

Step 6: Select “Add a local printer or network printer with manual settings.” Click Next.

Step 7: Select “Create a new port” → Choose “Standard TCP/IP Port” → Next.

Step 8: Enter the IP address you noted earlier (e.g., 192.168.1.50). Uncheck “Query the printer.” Click Next.

Step 9: Windows will attempt to detect the device type. It will fail. That’s fine. Click “Have Disk.”

Step 10: Browse to C:\Sharp_ARB351 and select the .inf file (likely ARB351.INF or OEMSETUP.INF). Windows 10/11 blocks unsigned drivers by default

Step 11: Select “Sharp AR-B351 PCL6” from the list. Ignore any “Driver not signed” warnings. Click Next.

Step 12: Choose “Replace current driver” if prompted. Then, print a test page.

If you have the original “Sharp AR-B351 Software CD,” it contains all necessary drivers. However, these CDs are often scratched or lost after 15+ years.

Pro Tip: The driver files you need are typically named:

Before downloading anything, you must confirm that your operating system is compatible. The Sharp AR-B351 was released during the Windows XP/Windows 7 era, but drivers exist for newer systems with some caveats. Step 2: Download the Windows 7 64-bit PCL6

There are two main places to get the official PCL and PostScript drivers.

Once installed, drivers are not "set and forget." Follow these best practices:

| Problem | Likely Solution | | :--- | :--- | | "Driver not found" on Windows 11 | Use the AR-B352 PCL6 driver as described in Method A above. | | Scanning doesn't work | The Sharp TWAIN driver is 32-bit only. Use 32-bit software (like older Office or Paint.NET) or buy VueScan. | | Print jobs stuck in queue | Clear the queue, then power cycle the AR-B351. Ensure the IP address hasn't changed (set a static IP). | | Paper size mismatch | Go to Printer Properties > Device Settings and set the correct paper trays and sizes (Letter/Legal/A4). |

First, let's set the stage. The Sharp AR-B351 is a digital copier/printer that operates at a blazing speed of 35 pages per minute. It combines copying, network printing, optional faxing, and scanning into one heavy-duty unit. It was designed for workgroups that demand high monthly duty cycles without frequent breakdowns.

But the device speaks a language of its own. Without the correct driver, your Windows PC or Mac simply sees an unknown USB or network device. The driver translates your document (a Word file, a PDF, an image) into a language the AR-B351 understands: PCL (Printer Command Language) or PostScript.

European Sharp sites often retain older drivers longer. Try sharp.eu and search for AR-B351.