But the scanner worked flawlessly with Windows driver. In my first attempt to install the Linux drivers for my Canon scanner, I failed miserably multiple times. The driver installation for Lide 400 include the same steps. Not long ago, I myself bought a Canon scanner Lide 300. This matter can now be considered closed. I'm still considering building a system where Debian is alongside Arch and instead of 'Distro-Hopping', merely change the settings in Arch or Debian with the tools available to make the unique version tailored to specific need.

Out of frustration I changed yet again to the Manjaro Gnome variant where everything works fine 'out-the-box'. So, I ditched that in favour of Manjaro KDE where similar issues occurred with my Scanner plus all my Audio is screwed up no matter how I changed the settings according to online help posts. Strange, because I thought Mint is based on Ubuntu? I experienced the same problem there that couldn't be fixed by the methods given. I moved on to try Mint 20 to give that a whirl. I worked though all your helpful suggestions and something 'clicked'. I did get my device working, although I have no idea how. I very much appreciate all the time and effort spent helping me, a complete stranger.Ī lot has changed since I first posted.

Imagine I'm totally retarded in your detailed & thorough working 'How To' explanation. Kindly point out in very simple terms how to install and setup the above scanner on the version of Ubuntu given. I searched all over (including this site), and nobody seems to know a working solution. Yes, I've been to the Canon site and downloaded the driver tarballs which I successfully extractedĭespite all my best efforts I have no idea how to install the drivers and get the scanner going. I joined this site 5 minutes ago specifically to ask this question. I am a complete newb after ditching Win 10 for Ubuntu so go easy on me & be clear with your writing points.

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