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Highlights
- Connectivity: USB.
- Automatic duplex.
Specifications
| Manufacturer reference | DS-740De |
|---|---|
| EAN code | 4977766849784 |
| Type | Mobile scanner |
| Scanner type | Sheet-fed scanner |
| Optical resolution | 600 x 600 DPI |
| Enhanced resolution | 1200 x 1200 DPI |
| Duplex | Yes |
| Maximum scan size | 215.9 x 1828.8 mm |
| Maximum length | 182.9 cm |
| Media types | Business Card, Plain paper, Plastic Card |
| Card thickness (max) | 1.24 mm |
| Scan to | E-mail, File, Image, OCR |
| Drivers | ICA, SANE, TWAIN, WIA |
| USB | Yes |
| USB version | 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) |
| Memory | 256 MB |
| Power consumption | 2.9 W |
| Noise level | 53 dB |
| Windows | Yes |
| Mac | Yes |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 162 x 76 x 377 mm |
| Weight | 537 g |
| Origin | China |
| USB connector | USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1) |
Use
The DS-740De is the 2026 version of the DS-740D: same scanning characteristics, USB 3.2 Gen 1 port in USB-C format and USB-C cable supplied; availability announced by Brother France for September 2026.
The Brother DS-740De mobile scanner is made for travel, home office and small spaces.
Use cases: digitizing invoices and mail, customer or patient files, archiving, expense receipts, forms. Single-pass duplex handles mixed stacks without prior sorting. Plastic cards (ID, health, loyalty) accepted. Long documents up to 182.9 cm. Scans from the PC or Mac (TWAIN, WIA, ICA drivers) to searchable PDF, Word or image. The roller kits and separation pads listed above are replaced according to the page counter.
Good to know: the DS-740De connects by USB to a single workstation and handles loose sheets (no flatbed for books and bound documents). For network or a flatbed, see Brother scanners.
Frequently asked questions
Which consumables does the DS-740De use?
See the list of compatible products above or the Brother manufacturer sheet.
Can the DS-740De be connected to a network?
Yes: USB.
Where can I find drivers and the manual?
On our Brother support page: drivers, user guide, software and FAQ for the DS-740De, by country.