Windows will attempt to detect the device type. It will fail. That’s fine. Click “Have Disk.”
Select “Sharp AR-B351 PCL6” from the list. Ignore any “Driver not signed” warnings. Click Next.
A: Sharp released 64-bit drivers for Windows Vista/7. Use those. They work on Windows 10/11 64-bit using the “Have Disk” method. sharp ar-b351 drivers
Click “Add device” → wait for it to search → then click “The printer that I want isn’t listed.”
A: No. Sharp never released ARM64 drivers. You would need to emulate x64, and the legacy drivers will likely fail. Use a network print server (Raspberry Pi with CUPS) as a bridge. Windows will attempt to detect the device type
A: Unrelated to drivers – this is a hardware/fuser issue. The driver didn’t cause it. Check your fuser temperature and thermistors.
Select “Create a new port” → Choose “Standard TCP/IP Port” → Next. Click “Have Disk
A: The tool was designed for .NET Framework 2.0. Enable .NET 3.5 in Windows Features (Control Panel > Programs > Turn Windows features on or off > .NET Framework 3.5). Conclusion The Sharp AR-B351 remains a capable, cost-effective MFP, but its age means driver installation is no longer a “click-next” process. By understanding the distinction between PCL6 and PostScript drivers, mastering the manual TCP/IP port installation, and optionally enabling SMB 1.0 for scanning, you can keep this robust machine running on modern networks.