scanning on USB connected MFP

Good question and I'm not sure @jdicarlo, can you help with this?

Most all MFP's can scan using USB. You just need to go to the manufacturers website and download the software for the particular MFP model. 95% of the time the software will be a scanning application bundled with the TWAIN scanner driver.

Thanks,

From what I can see the Ricoh products are all netwo

rk twain scanning only, nothing usb does anyone else see anything different?

Many major copier brands offer USB printing and scanning functionality. Here are some well-known brands that typically support scanning back to a PC when connected via USB:

1. Ricoh – Ricoh multifunction printers (MFPs) often support both USB printing and scanning features, though this depends on the model.

2. Canon – Canon's imageRUNNER and other MFPs usually have USB scanning and printing capabilities, with the right drivers and software installed.

3. Xerox – Many Xerox MFPs, especially in the WorkCentre and VersaLink series, support scanning back to a PC over USB.

4. Brother – Brother MFPs generally provide robust USB connection features, allowing for both printing and scanning when directly connected to a PC.

5. HP – HP's LaserJet and OfficeJet MFPs offer full functionality via USB, including scanning to a PC.

6. Kyocera – Kyocera's TASKalfa and other MFP lines frequently allow USB scanning and printing with their drivers.

7. Sharp – Sharp MFPs, particularly in the MX series, offer USB scanning and printing support.

8. Konica Minolta – Konica Minolta’s bizhub series MFPs typically support scanning back to a PC over a USB connection.

9. Epson – Epson’s WorkForce and EcoTank MFPs are known for supporting USB scanning and printing.

Each of these brands often provides scanning functionality over USB, though it's important to check the specific model's user manual or specs to confirm the availability of these features.