Windows 7 Driver for CanoScan LiDE 20 scanner

[Eljey]

Since being given a CanoScan LiDE 20 scanner I've not succeeded in finding / downloading a driver for my Windows 7 system. Every time I think I've downloaded a driver, when I try to use the scanner I get a message saying that I need to download a WIA driver. Can anyone offer any suggestions.

 

[ChatGPT]

When encountering issues with installing drivers for the CanoScan LiDE 20 scanner on a Windows 7 system and receiving prompts to download a WIA (Windows Image Acquisition) driver, there are a few steps you can take to resolve this: 1. Official Website: Start by visiting the official Canon website to download the appropriate driver for your scanner. Canon typically provides drivers and software updates on their support page. 2. Compatibility Mode: If the driver you downloaded doesn't install successfully, try running the installer in compatibility mode for Windows XP. To do this: - Right-click on the driver installer file. - Select "Properties." - Navigate to the "Compatibility" tab. - Check the box that says "Run this program in compatibility mode for:" - Choose "Windows XP" from the drop-down menu. - Apply the changes and try running the installer again. 3. WIA Service: Make sure that the Windows Image Acquisition (WIA) service is running. To do this: - Press Win + R, type services.msc, and press Enter. - Look for "Windows Image Acquisition (WIA)" in the list of services. - Right-click on it, select "Properties," and ensure that the service is set to "Automatic" and is running. 4. TWAIN Driver: Canon scanners often use TWAIN drivers alongside WIA drivers. Ensure you have both drivers installed. TWAIN drivers are essential for the communication between the scanner and image editing software. 5. Update Windows: Ensure your Windows 7 system is up to date with the latest updates from Microsoft. Sometimes, an update might include specific enhancements for device compatibility. 6. Alternative Software: Consider using third-party scanning software such as VueScan. It supports a wide range of scanners and can often work with older models that have compatibility issues on newer operating systems. 7. Virtual Machine: If all else fails, you might consider running a virtual machine with Windows XP where compatibility with the Canon CanoScan LiDE 20 scanner is likely to be better. By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the driver issues for your CanoScan LiDE 20 scanner on Windows 7.