Scanjet N8400 Setup and Support Guide

NOTE: For help uninstalling the ADF, see the Care and maintenance section of the
scanner User Guide, which is described in Where to get additional information.
Connect the power cable
1. Use the power cable to connect the scanner to an electrical outlet.
2. Press the Power switch on the back of the scanner to the on position.
NOTE: After using the scanner, press the Power Save ( ) button on the scanner
front panel to put the scanner in power-save mode. You do not need to use the
Power switch on the back of the scanner after the scanner is set up and operational.
Connect the USB cable
CAUTION: Be sure you install the HP scanning software before connecting the
scanner to your computer with the USB cable. See “Install the software” on page 2.
Use the USB cable that came with the scanner to connect the scanner to the computer.
Connect the square end of the cable to the scanner and the rectangular end of the cable
to the computer.
NOTE: HP recommends using a USB port on the back of the computer for a more
reliable connection to the scanner.
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