Unable to add Lion compatible printer Canon iP4500

Hello.
Having problem to re-install my Canon iP4500 printer. It was running well for years, but I had some issues (USB cable disconnected was the problem ) and deleted the printer to re-install it, all in System Preferences.
The problem is that when trying to add it as a new printer, the system states that "Apple has new software for your printer, do you want to download & install it". Well, yes of course. It then tries to download the driver, but always fails, stating the server is not available, please contact your hardware vendor for the latest driver / software". (Internet is working fine, allowing to post this, for example)
So, done that, downloaded and installed the latest canon driver for the iP4500, "Successfully". The printer still does not show up as an available printer, though it is still selectable to install, then starting the procedure again (Apple has software....no it is not available, contact Canon...).
How can I install the printer???
Thanks...

So, downloaded the latest Apple software for Canon printers, which installed successfully, but the printer is not available. Trying to add it yet again in System Preferences, Print & Scan, only gives the download & install option, then the error message "The software for this printer is currently unavailable. Please contact the printer’s manufacturer for the latest software."
How can I tell the Add Printer in Lion that I already have the software, both from Apple and Canon...???
Thanks....

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