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Question

Windows Fax and Scan

Feb 29, 2016 1:27PM PST

I have an issue with Windows Fax and Scan, and I cannot figure this out.

On my work computer (Lenovo T420) Windows Fax and Scan works fine and with no issues.

However, on my personal computer(Acer Aspire V3-551), I cannot scan in Black and White. My only option is Color or Greyscale. A lot of times when I am trying to scan a B&W document, the best I can get is a washed out scan. Needless to say, some scans just need to be in B&W

My printer/scanner is a Cannon MP495. Both computers use the same printer.

I have tried uninstall, reinstall, remove and reload drivers, etc.

What might the problem be here?

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I scanned the manual at link
Feb 29, 2016 2:00PM PST
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Windows Fax and Scan - No B&W
Feb 29, 2016 2:43PM PST

Did that. Didn't help. The fact that it is now addressed, I don't think is relevant, since it works with one computer and not the other. I find it odd that I didn't see anyone with the same issue.

Usually, somebody is having the same issue as you, if you look.

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While it's a fact
Feb 29, 2016 3:01PM PST

It's also missing in the product manual so you don't have a leg to stand on. Try scanning per the manual is all I can suggest.