Even with an older version installed, you might encounter initial configuration hurdles. "Scanner Driver is in Use" or Code 2,156,0

2024-05-24 Subject: Sourcing and using older versions of Canon MF Scan Utility (pre-2020 builds) Target OS: Windows 10/11 (legacy compatibility mode) / Windows 7, 8.1

[Windows 32bit & 64bit] MF Scan Utility Ver.1.21.0.2 - Canon

The is a TWAIN/WIA-based scanning front-end for Canon imageCLASS MF series multifunction printers. Newer versions (v2.x) often remove legacy UI elements, reduce compatibility with older scanners (MF4xxx, MF8xxx series), or introduce mandatory update checks. Older versions (v1.x) are sometimes preferred for:

Providing the error can help narrow down if you actually need an older version or just a settings tweak. MF Scan Utility (Windows) Error 9, 244, 3 or 9, 244, 2

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