The scanner may not be recognized by the computer. (Windows)

    20-Nov-2007
    8100050300

    Solution

    Perform the following procedures to check if the scanner is recognized. If it is not, reinstall ScanGear.

    Procedure A: Confirm
    Windows Vista:
    1. Click [Start], then right-click [Computer], then select [Properties].
    2. Select [Device Manager] in the task area.
    Windows XP:
    1. Click [Start], then right-click [My Computer] and then select [Properties].
    2. Select [Device Manager] in the [Hardware] tab.
    Windows 2000:
    1. Right click [My Computer] and select [Properties] from the pulldown menu.
    2. Select [Device Manager] in the [Hardware] tab.

    If the scanner is recognized
    Your scanner name is displayed under [Imaging devices].



    If the scanner is not recognized
    Your scanner name is not displayed. (CanoScan may be displayed under [Other devices]. )



    Procedure B: Delete ScanGear
    1. Click the [Start] menu, followed by [(All)Programs], ["Your printer model name"] and [Uninstall] to uninstall ScanGear.
    2. When a confirmation appears, click [Execute].
    3. When all files are deleted, click [Complete].
    ScanGear is deleted.

    Procedure C: Reinstall ScanGear
    Insert the Setup CD-ROM in the drive. Select [Custom Install] to reinstall ScanGear.




    REFERENCE
    For applications that are already installed, clear the checkboxes to the left. These applications will not be reinstalled.