Windows 10: Windows Periodic Scanner says I have 2 Antiviruses?

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  1. Windows Periodic Scanner says I have 2 Antiviruses?


    Hello, recently windows keeps popping notifications up on my desktop saying "Windows Defender Periodic Scanning is on" but this notification comes up several times a day which is pretty annoying. It also says at the end "you're also using another antivirus program for active protection" but I've never installed another antivirus onto my PC so not sure why it is saying that?If someone can help figure out why my PC thinks it has 2 antivirus and why it seems to keep needing to tell me that defender scanning is on?Thanks in advance =

    :)
     
    TheMightyMango., Dec 19, 2022
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  2. BBruckner Win User

    Trouble with scanners after upgrading to Windows 10

    I tried both steps listed above, my software still won't recognize the scanners even though Windows does. PhotoDraw says 'no scanners found', Photoshop locks up.
     
    BBruckner, Dec 19, 2022
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  3. No scanners were detected

    I tried using my Windows Fax and Scan like I usually do. I get this error:

    No scanners were detected. If a scanner is installed, make sure that it is powered on and connected to the computer and then try again. For information about adding or troubleshooting scanners, see Help and Support.

    I searched on Windows website and found this:

    Method 1:

    I would suggest you to run “Hardware and Devices” troubleshooter to diagnose the exact issue.

    Follow these steps to run the troubleshooter:

    • Press “Windows key + X”.
    • Type “Troubleshooting” without quotes in the Search box and hit enter.
    • Select “Hardware and Sound” from the Troubleshooter Window.
    • Select “Hardware and Devices” under Devices option.
    • Follow the On Screen instructions.


    Method 2: Un-install and re-install latest scanner drivers from the manufacturer’s website and see if that helps:

    Follow these steps:

    • Press “Windows Key + X” from the keyboard.
    • Type “device Manager” without quotes in the search box and hit enter.
    • Right click on the scanner drivers and select “Uninstall”.
    • Restart the computer once it is uninstalled.

      This was not helpful.
     
    RandallGove, Dec 19, 2022
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  4. Xylee Del Win User

    Windows Periodic Scanner says I have 2 Antiviruses?

    Scanner not working after Windows 10 update

    We understand that the update is causing an issue on your scanner and for us to assist you better, kindly answer the following questions:

    • Are you using a Windows 10 Home or Windows 10 Pro?
    • What is the make and model of your printer/scanner driver?
    • Have you tried uninstalling and reinstalling the printer/scanner driver?

    Meanwhile, we suggest that you perform the steps below to prevent your Windows 10 from updating:

    Step #1: How to temporarily prevent
    a driver update from reinstalling in Windows 10.
    See the section that says Download the "Show or hide updates" troubleshooter package now. as well as the information on it.

    Step #2:
    Run this diagnostic tool to prevent updates.


    Step #3: If you're using Windows 10 Pro you have the ability to Post-pone incoming updates:

    Defer upgrades in Windows 10.

    Step #4: Restart your computer to apply changes.

    Please get back to us with some answer and results.
     
    Xylee Del, Dec 19, 2022
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