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Driver for EPSON Perfection 1660 scanner

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KERRUN Posted messages 918 Status Member -  
 Nadia -
Hello
Here is my problem, which I am trying to present as clearly as possible:
I have an EPSON "Perfection 1660 PHOTO" scanner that I have been completely satisfied with for nearly 8 years.
On the other hand, I have just acquired a new PC with Windows 7.
Unfortunately, Windows 7 does not recognize my scanner.
On the advice of a computer-savvy friend, who tried in vain to find a driver to solve my problem, I downloaded "VUE SCAN" from HAMRICK.COM.
This software would satisfy me, but: The "trial" version prints a "dollar" sign as a watermark on documents, and the full version is sold for 30.00 euros.
Does anyone have a more affordable practical solution to suggest?
Thank you in advance

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  1.
    mushuweb Posted messages 1 Status Member 2
     
    Hello,

    For those who are searching and as a reminder, here’s how to install your Epson 1660 Photo scanner on Windows 7 64-bit:

    1. Download the Windows 7 64-bit driver for Epson 2400 here: ftp://ftp.epson.com/drivers/epson12180.exe
    2. Run the executable and select a destination folder.
    3. Simultaneously press: Windows key + Pause (System Properties)
    4. Click on: Device Manager
    5. Right-click on "ESPON Scanner" -> Properties -> Driver -> Update Driver -> Browse my computer -> Let me pick ... -> Show all devices
    6. Click Next
    7. Click I have disk -> Browse
    8. Select the folder where you extracted the drivers in point 2.
    9. Select "Es3e" -> open -> ok
    10. Select the model "Epson Perfection 2400" -> Next
    11. Accept the security alert (update driver warning) by clicking Yes

    Your Epson 1660 Perfection scanner is functional!
    (recognized as Epson 2400 Perfection)

    I also recommend the iCopy software which will allow you, in addition to direct copying to a printer, to perform all backup tasks (including saving in JPG and PDF format).

    Have a great day :-) !

    P.S.: owning an English version of Windows 7 64-bit, the translation into French may differ a little!
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    1. xtmedia
       
      Excellent... solution that worked on my Win 7 64 bit. Thank you, it helps me a lot. I took the time to register on CCM just to express my gratitude to you! :-)
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    2. Nadia
       
      Thank you mushuweb, I followed your procedure and my scanner works perfectly...
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  2. InformaticiA Posted messages 140 Status Member 108
     
    Hello KERRUN,

    There is a very simple and well-made tool available on Windows 7.

    To access it, go to:

    1. Start (the Windows "orb" at the bottom left), then "All Programs," and finally "Windows Fax and Scan."

    2. Once the program is launched, you can click on "New Scan," and the computer will automatically connect to the scanner.

    Best regards.

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    Technical Support Technician InformaticiA
    Assistance, repair, and training / InformaticiA.fr
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  3. InformaticiA Posted messages 140 Status Member 108
     
    Kerrun,

    I meant when the "Windows Fax and Scan" program is launched.

    Could you describe what happened when you clicked on "New Scan"?

    Was there an attempt to connect to the scanner? Is it a network scanner? Or is it directly connected to the machine?

    Best regards.

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    IT Support Technician
    Assistance, repair and training / InformaticiA.fr
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  4. KERRUN Posted messages 918 Status Member 8
     
    Thank you InformaticiA for responding quickly.
    I tried... it didn't work!
    Maybe I didn't understand everything.
    What do you mean by "When the program is launched"?
    It's not easy to help an old stubborn one!
    Thanks in advance

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    There is no happiness other than the one we give.
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  6. KERRUN Posted messages 918 Status Member 8
     
    When I activated "New Scan," a window appeared saying "No scanner detected, please check that your scanner is powered on and connected to your computer and try again."
    My scanner is directly connected to my PC and it is powered on.
    It's quite an old scanner (around 8 years old).
    Thank you in advance.

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    There is no happiness except that which we give.
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  7. ekim55 Posted messages 86294 Registration date   Status Moderator Last intervention   14 686
     
    Hello,
    Download and install the driver for Vista --> epson31879eu.exe, sometimes it works.
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  8. InformaticiA Posted messages 140 Status Member 108
     
    Kerrun,

    The best thing to do is to use the latest drivers and utilities available on the Epson website:

    https://www.epson.eu/support/?lng=fr-FR&data=mbqAVwjIQ4ChvFk74CZa9i1DhSEKYmvQ&tc=6

    I remain at your disposal.

    Sincerely.

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    Technician Support InformaticiA
    Assistance, repair, and training / InformaticiA.fr
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    1. InformaticiA Posted messages 140 Status Member 108
       
      N.B. : These drivers are for Windows 7 (32-bit)
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  9. KERRUN Posted messages 918 Status Member 8
     
    Thank you anyway.
    The Epson site has already been explored by my cyber guru. The problem, if I understand correctly, is that my PC runs on 64 bits. This is where, I believe, he found VUESCAN.
    I think I'm going to come to terms with it...
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  11. babou74 Posted messages 2 Status Member
     
    I'm looking for the drivers and the TWAIN... for Epson Performance 1660 Photo and Windows 7...

    On the Epson eSupport site, they say that drivers for Windows 7 do not exist and the TWAIN 5 they claim is compatible does not work because I am on 64 bits

    Should I throw my scanner away?
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    1. vivi14
       
      Hello
      I just took my scan out again and I have the same problem ......

      Have you received a reply or a solution

      Should I throw it away?
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  12. KERRUN
     
    Good evening
    As for me, I ended up getting an "Epson V330 Photo"* and gave my other Epson to a friend who works on Windows XP
    I was indeed fed up experimenting with increasingly unreliable solutions!
    And my friend has been using it almost every day since, and she's happy with it...
    So, since everyone is happy! what reason do I have to complain?
    *Bought from "Grosbill", not too expensive, and I am perfectly satisfied.
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