topic Re: Duplex Scanning option not available in MF Scan Utility anymore - MF656Cdw in Printer Software & Networking

Duplex Scanning option not available in MF Scan Utility anymore - MF656Cdw

ElPabloMaximo — Tue, 25 Feb 2025 17:46:47 GMT

So, something has happened and I can no longer perform duplex ADF scanning using the MF Scan Utility more. This HAS been working for years. I CAN do it from the printer console if I want to walk a back and fourth with a USB stick, but not using the utility. The software seems to only recognize the device having single sided scan capability.

I have

Updated firmware
Ensured latest drivers
Ensured latest version of MF Scan Utility

I don't seem to be able to find an older version of the utility to see if it is some kind of regression issue.

Re: Duplex Scanning option not available in MF Scan Utility anymore - MF656Cdw

Danny — Tue, 25 Feb 2025 17:52:55 GMT

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Re: Duplex Scanning option not available in MF Scan Utility anymore - MF656Cdw

ElPabloMaximo — Tue, 25 Feb 2025 19:41:23 GMT

Edition Windows 11 Home
Version 24H2
Installed on ‎11/‎4/‎2024
OS build 26100.3194
Experience Windows Feature Experience Pack 1000.26100.48.0

Re: Duplex Scanning option not available in MF Scan Utility anymore - MF656Cdw

ElPabloMaximo — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 02:35:49 GMT

So, no one has any ideas why the device is suddenly only detected as being capable of simplex scanning after being a duplex scanner for 2 years?

Re: Duplex Scanning option not available in MF Scan Utility anymore - MF656Cdw

shadowsports — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 02:48:48 GMT

Greetings,

I can assure you the 656 supports single pass duplex scanning. I'm not at home at the moment, but can look at this later this evening. It's not a "regression issue" and appears to be something related to your individual environment.

I'm sure there is a simple explanation as to why it's not appearing for you.

Re: Duplex Scanning option not available in MF Scan Utility anymore - MF656Cdw

shadowsports — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 04:21:32 GMT

Greetings,

I'm running W11 24H2 and MF Scan Utility v1.21.0.2

ScanGear shows Feeder 2-Sided option

This issue is not related to firmware.

You need the 1st and 3rd drivers packages for full functionality. Install the MF drivers (UFRII) with ScanGear first, and the MF Scan Utility v1.21.0.2 second. The Master Setup is not needed.

It might be helpful if you give us some additional information.

How is the printer connected and to what?

When you "reinstalled" the software and drivers, did you remove the old device from Settings > Bluetooth and Devices, Printers & Scanners, first?

Did you uninstall the Canon software and restart your system before the re-install?

When you open the MF Scan Utility what appears in the upper right-hand corner of the drop down menu? There should only be one printer listed.

Please also look in Settings > Device Manager. Expand Imaging Devices

What appears there?

Hopefully your answers to the above questions will reveal the issue.

Re: Duplex Scanning option not available in MF Scan Utility anymore - MF656Cdw

w004dal — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 07:44:45 GMT

I ran into the same issue with my MF455dw printer. It worked until I finally bit the bullet and updated Windows 11 to 24H2. I can scan duplex using the ADF with ScanGear, but only to JPG. I can do it from the printer to a network share to whatever format I want. MF Scan just doesn't work properly.

I'm a software engineer and former IT support guy, and I've tried all the tricks except a full reinstall of Windows, which I think is an unreasonable step to fix a scanner driver issue.

Re: Duplex Scanning option not available in MF Scan Utility anymore - MF656Cdw

shadowsports — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 09:00:28 GMT

Greetings ,

While similar, this thread is someone else's topic and for a different model. I have two MF series printers and installed them on several Windows 11 PCS running 24H2. All have the option of performing single pass duplex on their ADF. If you'd like assistance with your issue, please start your own topic. Thanks in advance.