You may receive a Stop error message when you use a scanner in Windows Server 2003 or in Windows XP (902390)



The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Enterprise x64 Edition
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Standard x64 Edition
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Enterprise Edition for Itanium-based Systems
  • Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition

SYMPTOMS

When you use a computer that is running any one of the operating systems that are listed in the "Applies to" section, and you try to use a scanner to scan a document, you may receive the following Stop error message:
STOP 0x000000C4 DRIVER_VERIFIER_DETECTED_VIOLATION


Note This problem is known to occur with HP Scanning Software and with HP ScanJet scanner models 4070, 3970, 3800, and 4370. However, the problem may also occur with other software and with other scanner models.

CAUSE

This problem occurs because of a code error in the Usbscan.sys file.

RESOLUTION

Hotfix information

A supported hotfix is now available from Microsoft, but it is only intended to correct the problem that is described in this article. Only apply it to systems that are experiencing this specific problem. This hotfix may receive additional testing. Therefore, if you are not severely affected by this problem, we recommend that you wait for the next service pack that contains this hotfix.

To resolve this problem immediately, contact Microsoft Product Support Services to obtain the hotfix. For a complete list of Microsoft Product Support Services telephone numbers and information about support costs, visit the following Microsoft Web site:Note In special cases, charges that are ordinarily incurred for support calls may be canceled if a Microsoft Support Professional determines that a specific update will resolve your problem. The usual support costs will apply to additional support questions and issues that do not qualify for the specific update in question.

Prerequisites

You must be running Windows Server 2003 SP1.

Note x64-based versions of Windows Server 2003 do not require this service pack.

Restart requirement

You do not have to restart the computer after you apply this hotfix.

Hotfix replacement information

This hotfix does not replace any other hotfixes.

File information

The English version of this hotfix has the file attributes (or later file attributes) that are listed in the following table. The dates and times for these files are listed in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). When you view the file information, it is converted to local time. To find the difference between UTC and local time, use the Time Zone tab in the Date and Time tool in Control Panel.

x64-based versions of Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP Professional x64 Edition
  Date        Time  Version        Size    File name
  ----------------------------------------------------
  17-Jun-2005 15:56 5.2.3790.2467  27,648  Usbscan.sys
Itanium-based versions of Windows Server 2003
 Date        Time  Version        Size   File name
 --------------------------------------------------
 16-Jun-2005 22:02 5.2.3790.349   45,568 Usbscan.sys
 16-Jun-2005 22:02 5.2.3790.2466  49,152 Usbscan.sys

STATUS

Microsoft has confirmed that this is a problem in the Microsoft products that are listed in the "Applies to" section.

MORE INFORMATION

For more information, click the following article number to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:

824684 Description of the standard terminology that is used to describe Microsoft software updates



Technical support for Windows x64 editions

Your hardware manufacturer provides technical support and assistance for Microsoft Windows x64 editions. Your hardware manufacturer provides support because a Windows x64 edition was included with your hardware. Your hardware manufacturer might have customized the Windows x64 edition installation with unique components. Unique components might include specific device drivers or might include optional settings to maximize the performance of the hardware. Microsoft will provide reasonable-effort assistance if you need technical help with your Windows x64 edition. However, you might have to contact your manufacturer directly. Your manufacturer is best qualified to support the software that your manufacturer installed on the hardware.

For product information about Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition, visit the following Microsoft Web site: For product information about Microsoft Windows Server 2003 x64 editions, visit the following Microsoft Web site:

The third-party products that are discussed in this article are manufactured by companies that are independent of Microsoft. Microsoft makes no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding the performance or reliability of these products.

Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:6/2/2006
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