The Astra 5600/5650 is a scanner manufactured by UMAX. Some scanners have their own firmware that controls the device's internal operations. Driver updates may include firmware updates or improvements in firmware communication. Ensuring that the driver is compatible with the latest firmware can prevent issues related to scanner functionality, such as paper feed problems or incorrect sensor readings. Visitors have downloaded this file "5600_5650Driver.exe" 32,088 times with an aggregate rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on 188 reviews. It has been installed successfully by our users on PCs running Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7 and Windows XP. The total disk space used for this update is 52.8 MB.
Astra 5600/5650
Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows ME, Windows 98SE, Windows 98
Driver for the Umax Astra 5600 and 5650 USB Scanner
There is also a Black/White Updater file available (for these scanner models) on driverguide.com
Search for: 5600_5650_B_W_updater.exe (17.35 MB)
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To get the Astra 5600/5650 driver, click the green download button above. After you complete your download, move on to Step 2.
If the driver listed is not the right version or operating system, search our driver archive for the correct version. Enter UMAX Astra 5600/5650 into the search box above and then submit. In the results, choose the best match for your PC and operating system.
Tech Tip: If you are having trouble deciding which is the right driver, try the UMAX Driver Update Utility. It is a software utility which automatically finds and downloads the right driver.
To find the newest driver, you may need to visit the UMAX website. Most major device manufacturers update their drivers regularly.
After downloading the new driver, proceed with installation. On Windows, use the built-in Device Manager utility to manage your system's devices and drivers. To access it:
Right-click the Start button
Select "Device Manager" from the menu
Locate the device needing the update
Right-click the device and choose "Update driver"
Follow the on-screen prompts to install
Once complete, restart your computer to ensure the new driver is fully implemented and functioning properly.
This process helps maintain your system's performance and compatibility with various hardware components.
Tech Tip: Driver downloads and updates come in a variety of file formats with different file extensions. For example, you may have downloaded an EXE, INF, ZIP, or SYS file. Each file type has a slighty different installation procedure to follow.
For more help, visit our Driver Support Page for step-by-step videos on how to install drivers for every file type.