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12-19-2021 02:42 PM
First of all I am using an iMAC running Mac OS 10.15.7
i have not used my Scanjet G4050 for 15 years (different MAC at the time), i have been traveling the USA, Canada and Mexico and could not use it. I am not back into a brick & Mortar home. I want to start using it again. I do not have the drivers or software any longer, I have tried in vane.
Can I run my G4050 on my iMac using only the OS 10.15.7 by itself? Or, do I have to emulate a PC and run it from the PC emulation?
If I can run it all by itself on my iMac using only OS 10.15.7, where can I get the drivers and software "Image Capture" or the latest version. I have tried to use HP Easy Start version 2.12 it says it can not find the related items. I have tried to use HP 5.1.1 Printer Software Update, it loads but I really don't know what it has done.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Michael
HP 5.1.1 Printer Software Update
12-19-2021 11:34 PM
Hi,
The scanner is compatible with macOS 10.14 or older versions, it is not supported on any later version.
You may either install its software on a virtual Windows OS, the scanner is supported on Windows 10 or older OS versions.
You may also let the 3rd party Vuescan software a try, it seems to support your scanner on its own with no need of any manufacturer driver, and seems to be compatible with Catalina:
https://www.hamrick.com/vuescan/hp_scanjet_g4050.html#technical-information
Shlomi
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