Can't scan using HP Deskjet F4180

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Can't scan using HP Deskjet F4180

Hi there!

I've got a Mac-Mini running OS X 10.5.1. I have tried to connect a HP DeskJet F4180 to the mac. Printing works fine but I can't seem to scan anything and I don't seem to be able to install HP PhotoSmart Essentials. Am I doing something wrong?

Thanks,
Jo

Mac-Mini, Mac OS X (10.5.1)

Posted on Nov 25, 2007 12:08 PM

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Answer 1

Nov 26, 2007 6:22 AM in response to Dave and Jo__

Hi I've got the same problem - I can print but I can't scan. HP's website says

"Most HP device installer CDs and Web downloads were created before Mac OS
X 10.5 was released, therefore not all device drivers offer scanning functionality at this point of time.

HP plans to release the first major update until the end of December 2007, which will be focused on All-in-One and Scanner drivers to provide scanning and faxing functionality. Until then scanning functionality is limited to certain HP products."

I guess we just have to wait until next month...

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Answer 2

Nov 28, 2007 2:00 PM in response to Dave and Jo__

After a bit of searching I found this link:

http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/softwareDownloadIndex?softwareitem=mp-55647-1 &lc=en&cc=us&dlc=en&product=3177566&os=219

This does the trick! Scanning, Copying and Printing all working now with the Mac.

Hope it helps.

Thanks,
Dave and Jo

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