Computer license limits and Win7 compatability I read on one of the reviews that the software for this scanner can only be loaded on one computer and was not compatable with Windows 7.Can anyone provide more insight on these concerns? Computer license limits and Win7 compatability I read on one of the reviews that the software for this scanner can only be loaded on one computer and was not compatable with Windows 7. » Read More Computer license limits and Win7 compatability I read on one of the reviews that the software for this scanner can only be loaded on one computer and was not compatable with Windows 7.Can anyone provide more insight on these concerns? « Show Less
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I chatted with the manufacturer's tech team and they told me there are no limits on the software installations. I just received my order and haven't set it up yet, but I think it should be fine.
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The Fujitsu Web site says it's compatible with WIN 7 on the first product page. However, they've not not updated the rest of the documentation (i.e. the online manual) to reflect any compatibility past Vista. This is just laziness I suspect. I'm sure it's fully WIN 7 compatible or you'd be hearing howls of protest here.
745008
I am also interested in the response. Hope it can be load on different computers.
433691
I'm thinking of buying this scanner. I am an oral historian and need a portable scanner to take with me on my interviews. I will be scanning photos, news clippings, all kinds of things. Question: does it really work with Windows 7 64 bit. I have an HP laptop I'm planning to use it with. Current feedback would be great. Thanks!
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I use the scanner on a Vista PC but the Fujitsu web site says Windows 7 and 8 are supported, see link. http://www.fujitsu.com/global/support/computing/peripheral/scanners/drivers/fi-5x20c.html
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Can anyone confirm that the scanner works on 64 bit windows 7? I have a Dell V305 that worked fine on Vista.When I upgraded to Windows 7 the printer still worked by the program for using the scanner, Dell Imaging Toolbox, won't run due to .net Framework 2.0 problem. I need to replace my printer and I want to make surethat both the printer and the scanner will work. Thanks.
1928706
Usually unless specified software licenses are for 1 computer only. You would have to read the license agreement.
702407
Hi Arthur, Yep, that is not a problem! We actually allow our users to install a single license on up to two computers, as long as both computers are for the same individual. Thanks!
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I have not used it myself. Most of the comments on the scanner indicate that it does work with Win 7 64 bit. On the other hand, some of the comments suggest that it will not work. However, Microsoft's compatibility site indicates that it does indeed work with Win 7 64 bit: http://www.microsoft.com/windows/compatibility/windows-7/en-us/Browse.aspx?type=Hardware&category=Printers%20%26%20Scanners&subcategory=Scanners You may have to cut and paste the link. Scroll down to the scanner in queston.
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I don't believe you can install a single license on more than 1 computer. Once you activate it, it will keep track of your system, including hardware, to determine if you're trying to install it on another computer. That's probably why it wouldn't allow you to activate the second laptop. If you reformat the laptop you already installed it on, you should still be able to use the product key to reinstall it. Under XP, I had a full, non-upgrade license that I installed and reinstalled countless times on my custom PC. After upgrading the hardware on my PC several times, it wouldn't let me activate it over the Internet and I had to phone them. I imagine Windows 7 will be somewhat similar but won't know for sure until some time passes and people attempt their reinstalls. It's too bad you didn't know ahead of time, but a Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium Upgrade Family Pack (3-User) is probably what you should have purchased.
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Hi Rena,This is going to be a shot in the dark. There are some computers that are not compatible with some equipment. If you don't see anything in the card, and all your connections are correct, it may be this little scanner is not compatible with your system. I hope this helps
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You should be able to install it on as many computers as you want... there is no license limit on it like OS software.
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The windows software supports multiple profiles and has a lot of features, however I am using this scanner under linux using the libfprint library it wasn't hard to get it working with raspberry pi compiling libfprint on ARM with a few patches I found on the libfprint discussion boards. Testing with the libfprint example code, I was able to successfully authenticate under linux about 1 in 5 swipes.
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No. Per the license rules you can install it on two computers per license and these two can't be used simultaneously. EDIT: Actually didn't realize it was a post about the Student and Teacher Edition. Will try to find out the licensing for this version.
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I don't think so because I searched for scanners that worked with Windows 7 especially. I do recall the instructions mentioned one could get an app that would enable it for Windows 8. Instead of that hassle, just search Amazon for scanners Windows 8 compatible.
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Due to my business travel, I use the scanner on three different computers (macs) and have never encountered any licensing issues nor has it asked me to register the software. Just download the scanner driver from the Internet website or use the cd that comes in the box and you're ready to go. I use it for scanning documents and my expense receipts and it works perfectly.
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Although I'm not using Windows 8, it works fine on WindowsXP and Windows 7. Can't imagine why it won't run on Win8. As a sidebar, of the 20 or so scanners we've used, this is by far the best. The software provided is also excellent.
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It works on both. I have it connected to one using Windows 7 Professional now. I had it on a desktop using Windows 8. It is a very nice and fast scanner.
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You must pay for another license to operate the software on a second computer. Single Machine License only. Buyer Beware.