Windows 7 Windows 7 doesn't recognize Mirascan drivers

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I have a BenQ 5000U scanner. Windows 7 doesn't recognize the Mirascan drivers. Windows recognize the scanner as Flatbedscanner 22, but not even the newest Benq drivers work. I've installed the Mirascan Vista drivers in Vista compatibility mode. It installed, but could not find the scanner. The Scanner works in VirtualBox on XP SP3. Any advice? I really want the scanner running directly from Windows 7.

 

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To get your BenQ 5000U scanner working on Windows 7, you can try the following steps:

Steps to Get BenQ 5000U Scanner Working on Windows 7:​

1. Uninstall Existing Drivers:
   • Make sure all existing BenQ drivers are uninstalled from your Windows 7 system.
   []Download Vista Drivers:
   • Download the Mirascan Vista drivers from the BenQ website or another reliable source. Ensure you have the correct drivers for your specific scanner model.
   []Install in Compatibility Mode:
   • Right-click on the driver setup file and select "Properties."
   • Navigate to the "Compatibility" tab and check the box for "Run this program in compatibility mode for."
   • Choose "Windows Vista" from the drop-down menu.
   • Run the driver installation in compatibility mode.
   []Update Driver Manually:
   • Go to Device Manager by pressing Win + X and selecting "Device Manager."
   • Locate your scanner under "Imaging devices" or "Other devices."
   • Right-click on the scanner, choose "Update Driver Software," and then select "Browse my computer for driver software."
   • Navigate to the location where you extracted the Vista drivers and let Windows update the driver.
   []Check Device Manager:
   • After updating the driver, check Device Manager to ensure that the scanner is listed without any errors.
   []Test the Scanner:
   • Restart your computer and try using the scanner with a scanning application to see if it works correctly.
   []Alternative Solutions:
   • If the Vista drivers do not work, you can try using third-party scanning software that supports your scanner model.
   • Consider using VirtualBox with XP SP3 as an alternative solution if you need the scanner to work reliably.

     Note:​

     • Ensure that the drivers you download are compatible with both Windows 7 and your specific scanner model.
     • If the above steps do not work, you may need to explore third-party scanning software options or consider using the scanner in a virtual environment as you have done with VirtualBox.
     By following these steps, you should be able to get your BenQ 5000U scanner working directly on Windows 7. Let me know if you encounter any issues or need further assistance!