Reviving out-of-date scanners
Jun 27, 2017 10:08:58 #
I would like to resuscitate a 15-year-old flatbed scanner - CanoScan 9900F, which would still work just fine on older computers. The most popular old-scanner interface is Vuescan, which tells me I can't do it, because drivers available for my antique are only compatible up to Windows XP or Mac OS 10.6, which is before the Age Of Steam, at this point.
Anybody out there have other workarounds or other information? I hate to add it to the global trash heap. It worked really well, far better than my current requirements.
Anybody out there have other workarounds or other information? I hate to add it to the global trash heap. It worked really well, far better than my current requirements.
Jun 27, 2017 10:24:00 #
Are you able to consult with the manufacturer? I thought there was another third-party scanner app other than VueScan.
Jun 27, 2017 10:30:41 #
What OS are you using ? Windows has a compatibility mode to run older equipment...I use an Epson Perfection V500 myself.
http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/make-old-games-software-run-windows-10/
http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/make-old-games-software-run-windows-10/
duncanowen wrote:
I would like to resuscitate a 15-year-old flatbed ... (show quote)
Jun 27, 2017 11:47:06 #
duncanowen wrote:
I would like to resuscitate a 15-year-old flatbed ... (show quote)
I find that very annoying, too. I have an old scanner that will not work on new equipment. It's ridiculous!
Jun 27, 2017 11:49:47 #
I simply buy another hard drive and install Windows XP on it. I swap the HD out whenever I need to scan.
Jun 27, 2017 12:00:30 #
BebuLamar wrote:
I simply buy another hard drive and install Windows XP on it. I swap the HD out whenever I need to scan.
Or a new scanner for $200.
https://www.amazon.com/Epson-Perfection-Negative-Document-Scanner/dp/B002OEBMRU
Jun 28, 2017 06:39:11 #
Did you try VueScan? I thought that was the whole point of the program - works when manufacturer scanners aren't available. I think they have a free download.
I have a Minolta scanner that didn't go beyond XP with vendor driver that works fine on W7 with VueScan.
I have a Minolta scanner that didn't go beyond XP with vendor driver that works fine on W7 with VueScan.
Jun 28, 2017 08:32:23 #
spaceylb
Loc: Long Beach, N.Y.
duncanowen wrote:
I would like to resuscitate a 15-year-old flatbed ... (show quote)
What operating system are you using?
Jun 28, 2017 08:53:49 #
I'm pretty sure VueScan has a free trial. Have you tried downloading it and giving it a go? If not, give a try and see for yourself.
Jun 28, 2017 09:06:28 #
rpena2860 wrote:
I'm pretty sure VueScan has a free trial. Have you tried downloading it and giving it a go? If not, give a try and see for yourself.
I wouldn't want to pay $80 so I could use an old scanner.
Jun 28, 2017 09:10:04 #
OlinBost
Loc: Marietta, Ga.
I have an old canon scanner (N650U) that I use with XP and Windows 7. I found a copy of CanoScan using Google and run it in compatability mode. Works great. I like it because it is only about 1/2" think and I can put it in the laptop case along with my laptop and the only hookup is via usb. The max scan is 300. but the convenience is nice.
Jun 28, 2017 09:39:01 #
rpena2860 wrote:
I'm pretty sure VueScan has a free trial. Have you tried downloading it and giving it a go? If not, give a try and see for yourself.
I wouldn't either, but since the OP is wanting to do that and already mentioned VueScan...
Jun 28, 2017 10:07:17 #
Jun 28, 2017 10:57:26 #
duncanowen wrote:
I would like to resuscitate a 15-year-old flatbed ... (show quote)
Try to find the most recent driver that you can. Try the Windows Vista 32bit driver and see if it works: http://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/support/details/scanners/support-scanners-canoscan-series/canoscan-9900f?tab=
It may or may not work, but sometimes they do with Windows 10. I can't comment on Mac. I have several pre-industrial revolution devices working with Windows 10.
Jun 28, 2017 11:12:40 #
Martino
Loc: Northwest Florida
I found the same thing when I installed Mac Sierra. I have used the VueScan software, which is fine, but a bit complicated. Then I searched on the web and found I could download older versions of the canon software. One of these works fine. I'm not near my Mac currently, so will post the version number later.
However, I find I'm using the scanner less and less as I find other ways to scan and copy slides, prints and documents.
I too find that not being able to use my 'old' and serviceable scanner is a pain, but recognize that it's getting long in the tooth. My other bits of kit have been upgraded, so I suppose I will need to upgrade this at some point. That's technology progress I guess.
Victoria Brampton, in her latest newsletter has a piece about other ways to scan slides, prints and negatives using kit we already have, without using a scanner. She indicates it may be faster and better too, so the OP may find that useful.
However, I find I'm using the scanner less and less as I find other ways to scan and copy slides, prints and documents.
I too find that not being able to use my 'old' and serviceable scanner is a pain, but recognize that it's getting long in the tooth. My other bits of kit have been upgraded, so I suppose I will need to upgrade this at some point. That's technology progress I guess.
Victoria Brampton, in her latest newsletter has a piece about other ways to scan slides, prints and negatives using kit we already have, without using a scanner. She indicates it may be faster and better too, so the OP may find that useful.
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