About this video

• Video Title: Fix for PaperStream TWAIN Fujitsu fi-6110, fi-6130, fi-6140, fi-4, fi-5,fi-7, fi-8 Windows 11 24h2
• Channel: cobuman
• Speakers: Irvin (Cobbleman)
• Duration: 11:43

Overview

This video provides a step-by-step solution for making older Fujitsu document scanners compatible with Windows 11. The presenter, Irvin (Cobbleman), explains that these scanners often become incompatible after a Windows upgrade due to driver issues. The solution involves using older, compatible drivers found in an "FJ Mini" folder from a Windows 10 machine, combined with the correct PaperStream TWAIN driver software.

Key takeaways

• Windows 11 Compatibility Issues: Older Fujitsu document scanners (models like 6000s, 4000s, 5000s) may not work with Windows 11 due to driver incompatibility.
• Driver Solution: The fix requires a combination of the correct older driver and the appropriate PaperStream TWAIN software.
• Finding Compatible Drivers: The necessary older drivers can be found in the "FJ Mini" folder on a previous Windows 10 machine where the scanner was previously functional. These are often dated (e.g., 2010, 2012) but are essential for compatibility.
• Installing the PaperStream Software: A specific version of the PaperStream TWAIN driver (version 3.3.3) is needed and should be downloaded from the Rico website (as Fujitsu was acquired by Rico).
• Crucial Installation Step: During the PaperStream software installation, it's vital not to install its included newer driver, as this will break the setup. The older driver found in the "FJ Mini" folder should be used instead.
• Cost Savings: This solution allows users to continue using expensive older scanners, potentially saving thousands of dollars.