I can print, check printer utilities etc but can't scan

I am running Mac OS 10.6.3 and using an HP Photo Smart 2575 all in one.
I can print, check printer utilities and make the printer make sounds as if it is scanning. I get a window which asks me what I am scanning and whether I accept the image, I've tried various diff options to no avail. 
I've tried asking for the scan both via the printer buttons and computer, each time I can the New scan pro window appear, suggesting the computer is talking to the printer.
Each time nothing happens and I get an Sorry unknown error occured message.
I have scanned before, I don't know what I did right then.
Its likely I've updated software since then.
I went to the HP web site and down loaded what looked recent,  I got a new image zone icon and a request to register with HP yet again, but made no progress. 
The off button on the printer usually does not work at it just flashes,  so I tried restarting the computer and unplugging the printer plug. I just managed to turn the printer off via the off button, it worked but had no effect on scanning ability.
Any ideas?

Never mind! I just had to change the settings to indicate that it was wireless. It's all good!

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