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My Printer works fine with printing. However, when I select HP Smart App and go to tab Scan - it prompts " Scanner is Unavailable" please guide how Do i resolve this problem. I want to use my printer for scanning also. 

Navneet Gupta, India

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@NavneetG

Thank you for posting on the HP Support Community.
 

Don't worry as I'll be glad to help, to provide an accurate resolution, I need a few more details:

  • Did this happen after a recent window or software update?
  • Did you make any changes to your printer? 

Let's try these steps to resolve the issue: 

Download and run HP Print and Scan Doctor: Follow steps from the link: Click here

 

Hope this helps! Keep me posted for further assistance.
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