How do I set up a printer when the software is currently unavailable?

Preview no longer communicates with my HP Deskjet 3050 J610 series printer for scanning documents.
I am trying to use my older printers: Canon PIXMA MP490 series AND/OR HP Photosmart C3180 All-in-One.
Messages from both of the older printer/scanners read: The software for this printer is currently unavailable. Please contact the printer's manufacturer for the latest software.
When I download the software from the manufacturer, I get the same message again.
Is there any help for this problem?

MuzzyMuzzy wrote:
Is there any help for this problem?
In addition, try resetting your printing system.
For Lion and earlier, see > Mac OS X: How to reset the printing system
For Mountain Lion, see > OS X Mountain Lion: Reset the printing system
For Mavericks, see > OS X Mavericks: Reset the printing system

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