Microsoft has ended support for legacy printer drivers on Windows 11, putting millions of older printers at risk with phased restrictions through 2027.

Microsoft blocks legacy V3 and V4 printer drivers in Windows 11, advising users to update or switch to modern printing ...

Microsoft is phasing out new printer driver updates via Windows Update for older printers in Windows 11 starting in 2026, ...

If you still have a deprecated V3 or V4 "legacy printer," you'll need to install drivers manually going forward.