Chapter 2 Setup

4. Connecting the Scanner to the Computer

There are two methods for connecting the DR-7090C scanner to a computer: a USB connection to a standard USB port built in to the computer, or SCSI connection to a SCSI card installed in an expansion slot of the computer. Select the method that is best suited to your computer environment.

Interface Connector Locations

The USB port and SCSI connector are located on the scanner as shown below.

SCSI ID, terminator

USB Connector

SCSI Connector

IMPORTANT

•Do not connect both USB and SCSI cables to the scanner at the same time.

•Use only the supplied power cord.

•The scanner and computer should both be turned OFF when making connections.

•Make sure that the computer is turned OFF before connecting the SCSI cable. The scanner may not be properly recognized by the computer if it is connected while the computer is turned ON.

•A SCSI cable is not supplied with the scanner. Obtain a cable with connectors that match the SCSI connectors on both the scanner and the computer.

Using a USB Connection

1.Connect the supplied power cord into the power connector on the back of the scanner. a

2.Connect the power cord into an AC outlet. b

120 V model Type

220 - 240 V model Type

3.Use the supplied USB cable to connect the scanner to the computer.

Connect the square plug (Type B) of the USB cable to the scanner.

Type A

Type B

WARNING

When using a USB connection, make sure to set the SCSI terminator to ON. If the SCSI terminator is set to OFF, proper scanning may not be possible.

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