Setting up the scanner function on your Canon E470 printer typically involves installing the necessary software and drivers on your computer. The process outlined below focuses on installing the scanner driver from a downloaded software package.
Installing the Scanner Driver
To enable scanning from your Canon E470 to your computer, you need to install the appropriate scanner driver and software. This is a crucial step after connecting your printer to your computer (usually via USB or Wi-Fi, depending on the model's capabilities).
The installation process often follows these steps, especially when using a downloaded file:
Steps to Install the Scanner Driver (Based on Reference)
Follow these instructions to install the scanner driver from a downloaded disk image file:
- Mount the Disk Image: Locate the downloaded disk image file on your computer. As per the setup process, you need to mount the disk. This is achieved by double-clicking the downloaded disk image file. The system will then decompress the file, and the disk image will be mounted, making its contents accessible as if it were a physical drive.
- Start the Installer: Once the disk is mounted, you need to start the installer. Browse the contents of the mounted disk image and double-click the ". ..." file (this is typically an application or setup executable, often named 'setup.exe' or similar, depending on your operating system). This action launches the installation program.
- Install the Driver: The installer will guide you through the setup process. You will need to follow the prompts to install the scanner driver and any associated Canon software. This might involve agreeing to terms and conditions, selecting installation location, and choosing specific components to install.
- Complete the Installation: Continue following the on-screen instructions until the setup program indicates that the installation is finished. Upon completion, the scanner driver is installed.
- Tip: It's often recommended to connect your Canon E470 printer to your computer only when the installation program prompts you to do so.
Verifying the Installation
After the driver installation is complete, you can typically verify the setup:
- Check your computer's list of installed programs or devices to see if the Canon E470 scanner software or driver is listed.
- Try opening the Canon scanning utility software (often included with the driver package) or using your operating system's built-in scanning feature to see if the E470 is recognized as a scanner device.
What's Next?
Once the scanner driver is successfully installed:
- Ensure your Canon E470 printer/scanner is connected to your computer (via USB or network).
- Place the document you wish to scan on the scanner glass or in the Automatic Document Feeder (if your model has one).
- Open the Canon scanning software or your preferred scanning application on your computer.
- Select your Canon E470 as the scanner device and initiate the scan.
Proper installation of the scanner driver is essential for your computer to communicate with and control the Canon E470's scanning function.
