Let's imagine you have multiple Windows PCs and a USB scanner connected to one of your desktop PCs. And even if these computers are nearby, the need to physically reconnect the scanner from one device to another every time is quite intimidating.
Luckily, you can share the scanner between your computers and use it from anywhere. Keep reading to learn how to connect the scanner to Windows 10/11 personal computers and Macs, and how to share a USB scanner over a network.
In most cases, these steps are enough to set up a local scanner or discover a scanner connected to the network. If that doesn’t work, here’s a way to do it manually.
Note: If your scanner is included in a multifunction or All-In-One printer, you may only see the name of your printer. To see your scanner, under Printers & scanners, select your installed printer, select Manage, and then choose your scanner.
Note: Please make sure that you're connected to the same network as the scanner for your PC to find and install it. Also, you might need administrator permission to install some scanners.
Note: you don't need to install any additional software, your Mac will take care of it and download it automatically.
Now that you know how to connect the scanner to your Windows and macOS devices, you can easily use your scanner over a network and speed up your workflow. Try the methods above and choose the one that works best for you. If you're looking for an easy and convenient way to share your USB scanner, FlexiHub is worth considering. FlexiHub features full compatibility, a wide range of features, and minimal requirements.