The fi-7160 performs best on USB 3.0 ports (usually blue). If you experience "Communication Error," try a different port or a shorter cable.
Since Ricoh's acquisition of the Fujitsu scanner division, official support has migrated. You should always source your drivers from the official or Fujitsu Support portals to avoid malware or incompatible third-party software. The primary driver types for the fi-7160 include: fi-7160 drivers
: Fujitsu's official website or support pages are likely to have the most accurate and up-to-date information on drivers, including downloads and installation guides. The fi-7160 performs best on USB 3