Yes, you can use a USB scanner on your network. To do so, you need to connect the scanner to a computer on the network and then share it with other computers. The computer that is sharing the scanner must have the correct drivers installed for the scanner and compatible software for scanning documents.
Once the sharing is set up, any computer on the network can access the scanner driver and scan documents using the shared scanner. Depending on the scanner, it may require a USB port and/or an Ethernet port for networking. Make sure your network has enough ports available to connect the scanner if necessary. Some scanners also support Wi-Fi, giving you even more flexibility.
You should also make sure the scanner has enough memory to handle the workload. If you’re scanning very large documents or lots of documents at once, you may need a scanner with a larger memory capacity.
Finally, be sure to check the maintenance and safety guidelines for the scanner to make sure it is properly maintained and safe to use. Many scanners require regular cleaning, software updates, and other maintenance tasks in order to operate properly. Taking the time to properly maintain your scanner will ensure you get the best performance from it and extend its life.