Windows 98 doesn't necessarily support USB, You will need Windows 98 SE at
the least, then the next problem will be USB 1.0 Vs USB 2.0 compatibility
and correct drivers.


"Homer J Simpson" wrote in message
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"JR North" wrote in message
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I originally had USB 1.0 on my ME 'puter. MB ports. The Visioneer USB
scanner I bought later would not work on this machine, although other USB
items (IErinter)I was using at the time did. No error dialog, just no
comm. Drove me nuts. I got a USB 2.0 card, installed it, re-installed the
scanner, and the scanner worked perfectly with this setup. My .02

You can also try the compatibility wizard with WinXP.