Scanner scans only in black and white

I own a HP Deskjet 2515 and I've been trying to scan some photos but it will just scan them in black and white! Please help, how can I get it to scan them in color? My ink levels are full, I've just change them though I do not know if that is the problem.
Thanks.

Hello betty_vulcano,
Welcome to the HP Forums.
I see that you are having some issues when attempting to scan photos to your computer.
What software are you using when attempting to do the scan to your computer? Are you attempting to scan from the front panel on the printer?
Here is a link that will give detailed instructions on how to Scan from Windows 7 With the Full Feature HP Software for HP Multifunction Printers.
Write me back when you have time and I will be happy to research this issue further if needed.
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