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π Scanner driver not installed or outdated
βοΈ Windows 11 compatibility issues
π Loose USB or faulty cable
πΆ Network scanner connection problems
π« Windows Image Acquisition (WIA) service disabled
π Corrupted printer/scanner software
π Firewall or antivirus interference
π₯οΈ Incomplete Windows update
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π Restart your computer
π Restart the printer/scanner
π Reconnect USB cable or WiFi
π¨οΈ Ensure scanner is powered on
π Try scanning from printer panel
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Outdated drivers are the most common cause.
Steps:
Open Device Manager
Expand Imaging Devices / Printers
Right-click scanner β Update Driver
Or download latest driver from manufacturer site
Restart computer
Windows needs this service to detect scanners.
Steps:
Press Windows + R
Type services.msc
Locate Windows Image Acquisition (WIA)
Right-click β Restart
Set Startup type to Automatic
Connection problems prevent detection.
Steps:
Try a different USB port or cable
Avoid USB hubs
Ensure scanner and PC are on same WiFi
Test scanner on another computer
Corrupted software can block detection.
Steps:
Uninstall printer/scanner software
Restart computer
Download latest full software package
Reinstall and add device again
Security software may block scanner communication.
Steps:
Temporarily disable firewall/antivirus
Test scanning
Add scanner software as exception
Re-enable protection
Windows 11 has built-in fixes.
Steps:
Open Settings
Go to System > Troubleshoot > Other troubleshooters
Run Printer / Hardware troubleshooter
For wireless scanners:
Steps:
Remove scanner from Devices
Restart router and printer
Re-add scanner using IP or software setup
Test scan
You may notice:
π Scanner missing from scan apps
β βNo scanner detectedβ error
π¨οΈ Printer works but scanner doesnβt
π Scan button not responding
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