Instructions for installing Acer brand parallel port scanners in
Windows XP:
For this driver to work in XP you must install the MiraScan software then install the scanner manually.
Step 1. Download MiraScan v3.424 from the web :
Mirascan_v3424p.exe
Step 2. Unzip and install the Mira Scan driver that you just
downloaded. After installation , system will suggest you to add a
scanner
Step 3. Then, add an imaging device
Step 4. Then the Scanner and Camera Installation Wizard comes up. Click Next at the bottom.
Step 5. Then on Scanner and Camera Installation Wizard screen it will
ask you which scanner or camera do you want to install? You want to go
where it says "Manufacturer" and then click on EPPSCANNER and where it
says "Model" it should say color flatbedscanner. Make sure it is
highlighted, also. Click on Next at the bottom.
Note: For additional screen shots of this procedure and installation procedures, please read the pdf file posted here:
scpinwxp-eng.pdf
The Screenshots show to be for Mirascan v3.423 but procedure is same for v3.424
Note: Adobe Acrobat Reader is required to view or print this file.
Note: not all XP systems will work with parallel port scanners. If the
procedure doesn't work for you, then you must obtain a newer USB type
scanner.
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