The best way to determine if your scanner is properly connected to your Windows computer is to look for signs of a successful connection. You can do this by taking the following steps:
1. Check the physical connection between the scanner and the computer. Make sure all cables are securely connected and that they are not frayed or damaged. If your scanner plugs into a USB port, make sure it is securely inserted into the port.
2. Look for any indicators of a successful connection. Most scanners have at least one indicator light on the device itself that lights up when a successful connection has been made. Some scanners will also display a message or icon on the computer’s screen, indicating that the scanner is connected.
3. Open the Control Panel on your computer and look for the Device Manager. Under the Imaging Devices heading, you should be able to see if your scanner is listed. If it is, then it is likely connected properly.
4. Open the scanning application that came with your scanner. If the application opens, it is likely that the scanner is properly connected to your computer.
5. If you still have doubts about whether or not your scanner is successfully connected, try performing a scan. Place a document on the scanner bed and attempt to scan it. If the scan is successful, then your scanner is most likely connected properly.
6. Lastly, if you still cannot determine if your scanner is connected properly, try connecting it to a different computer to test it. If it works properly on the other computer, then there may be an issue with the first computer’s setup.