Machine Status; Computer Settings - Canon MX450 series Online Manual

Before Installing the ScanGear (Scanner Driver)
Check the following points before installing ScanGear (scanner driver). Check these also when you cannot
install ScanGear.

Machine Status

• If the machine and computer are connected with a USB cable, disconnect the USB cable from the
computer.
• Turn off the machine.

Computer Settings

• Close all running applications.
• Log in as the administrator of the computer. You will be required to enter the name and password of
the user with administrator privileges. If you have multiple user accounts on Mac OS X, log in with the
first administrator account created.
Important
If you install an older version of ScanGear after installing a newer one, ScanGear may not operate
properly. In that case, reinstall the newer ScanGear.
Note
When installing multiple versions of ScanGear, install older ScanGear first.
Related Topic
Obtaining the Latest ScanGear (Scanner Driver)
Installing the ScanGear (Scanner Driver)