Is there a software (that emulates windows 98) that can enable me to use my old scanner with windows xp?

Question

I have a Logitech scanman that I really love using. It could scan any size of document, even books or maps. The new scanners now can only accommodate letter and A4 size sheets. It has drivers for windows98. Unfortunately, I can't find any drivers for it in windows xp. Is there a type of software that can emulate windows 98 in windows xp so I could use it again?

Answer 1

You can download the right driver for xp

Answer 2

You can use VMware to emulate Windows 98 (or any other OS) under Windows XP. However, this virtualization software is costly and therefore it's better to find Windows XP driver for this older device.

Answer 3

why don't you put win98 on a partion and then use your scanner ,

as in duel boot, I did that with an old scanner till it gave up

Have you tried the combatable mode undeer xp?

right click the scanner and go proprties ,see if there is a combatable mode tab. I know this works for games ,but try it , iy might work

Answer 4

Why don't you go to Logitech support to see if they have a driver or other software that would let you use your scanner with Win XP:



http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/support/home/0/0,crid=271,categoryid=127

Answer 5

you have one of two solution

1. Microsoft Virtual PC, which allow you to run to OS's at same time.

2. install windows 98 on another paratition, use it for scanning.

Answer 6

VirtualPC from Microsoft lets you run multiple operating system simultaneously and you can drag and drop between them. I've listed the link in the source section. And good news, it's now free!

Answer 7

click on the software icon ( not the shortcut ,,the actual program,,right click,,,choose properties,,,choose compatibility...check-mark "run this program in compatibility mode ...windows 98

Answer 8

no