BASICS OF SCANNER SETUP AND REPAIR

What Is a Scanner?

A scanner takes a picture placed on the scanner screen and digitizes the information in order to present it on the computer screen. It is very easy and simple to use scanner once installed properly. However, the biggest challenge is obviously the process of Scanner Setup and Repair if any.

Getting your scanner setup and serviced at home will certainly be cost effective. However it is always advisable that a person contacts professional onsite service provider in case of any problem in the process of Scanner Setup and Repair.

Although calling an engineer to setup the scanner is no doubt the ultimate solution, following some good tips presented here will certainly help you in completing the process on your own. With few simple steps scanner can be set up to the desired network on computer that shares the same network. Scanner should be attached with the desired computer in order to work properly without any errors. It should be installed properly for its smooth functioning.

Scanner Setup & Repair

 So, let’s start with setting up a scanner to a network:

1. Step one involves attaching the scanner to the computer
2. Now for step two, involves click on the Start button and then go to the “Control Panel”.
3. In step three, type “Network” in the search box
4. Step four involves clicking on “View network computer on devices” in “Network and Sharing Center” heading.
5. Under step five, right click on the visible scanner and click “Install” on the drop down menu.
6. Now in step six, click on the Next button and provide additional configuration about the scanner. Information will be different for different model of the scanner.

With these steps scanner will be attached or setup with the desired computer. Besides the aforementioned, tips for setting up a scanner and connecting it with your computer, we are also furnishing some basic troubleshooting tips for your scanner.

You may use these tips as well, before calling any engineer to your home, while facing any general issues related to your scanner. The common problems one can face with the scanner are as follows:

1. Sometimes scanner does not respond. In that case it is advisable to make sure that scanner is connected properly and printer is turned on.
2. Other very common problem face by many is “Unsuccessful Scan”. In that case it is advisable to check the connection of the cable and restart the computer.
3. Poor quality of scanned image is yet another common problem. In that case we should clean the scanner glass. Resolution should be increased for high quality image. Document should be placed properly facing down on the scanner glass, positioned on the upper left corner.

In this write-up, we have discussed about the ScannerSetup and Repair process commonly faced by the user. However, In case one is facing problem which cannot be solved at home, it is best to contact the professional onsite service engineer to resolve the issue that at the comfort of your home.