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Compact rectangular document scanner, matte white and dark grey, micro USB 3.0 port visible

Brother

Brother DS-740D document scanner, duplex, 16 ppm, 600 dpi

SKU CH-51M5-B9BPS MPN DS-740D

A duplex mobile scanner that captures double-sided pages at 16 ppm with 600 dpi optical resolution, handles documents up to 72 inches long, and draws power from a Micro USB 3.0 port

  • Power drawApprox. 2.9 W (Scanning) Approx. 1.4 W (Ready Mode)
  • Sensor typeDual CIS
  • Scan speedUp to 16 ppm (Color and Mono)
  • Optical scan resolution600 × 600 dpi
  • Interpolated resolution1200 × 1200 dpi
  • Largest document size8.5 in × 72 in
  • Duplex single-pass scanning at 16 ppm speeds document workflows
  • 600 x 600 dpi optical resolution captures sharp detail on every page
  • USB bus-power needs only one cable for portable operation
  • Desk-saving design frees up to 11 inches of workspace
  • 5 x 72 inch maximum scan size handles long receipts and invoices

Compact duplex scanner for mobile offices

The Brother DS-740D is a USB bus-powered document scanner that captures single and double-sided pages in one pass at up to 16 ppm. Its desk-saving design folds to a narrow footprint and weighs 1.40 lbs, making it practical for hot-desking professionals and field teams who need reliable digitisation without a separate power supply.

Suits travelling staff and small desks.

Workers who scan invoices, receipts or long forms up to 72 inches while moving between locations will benefit from the Micro USB 3.0 connection and included OCR software. Organisations that require network scanning, automatic document feeders with large capacities, or faster throughput for batch processing should consider departmental models instead.

600 x 600 dpi optical resolution decides fit

The dual CIS sensor delivers 600 x 600 dpi optical resolution with 1200 x 1200 dpi interpolated output, which determines whether text-heavy documents and fine line drawings reproduce clearly enough for your archival or compliance needs.

How it compares

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Price $150.99
Cheaper than about 91% of the 253 comparable items (median $355.99).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameBrother
Product lineDsmobile
Model nameDS-740D
Product typeDuplex
Performance
Scan speedUp to 16 ppm (Color and Mono)
Optical scan resolution600 × 600 dpi
Display
Interpolated resolution1200 × 1200 dpi
Ports & slots
USB connectionsMicro USB 3.0
Power
Power drawApprox. 2.9 W (Scanning)
Approx. 1.4 W (Ready Mode)
Power sourceUSB bus-power
Size & build
Product dimensions11.9 in × 2.5 in × 1.8 in
Product weight1.4 lb (0.64 kg)
Shipping weight1.36 kg
Package size413 × 305 × 103 mm
Compatibility
Supported operating systemsWindows: 7 / 8.1 / 10, Server 2012 / 2012 R2 / 2016 / 2019
Mac: macOS v10.12.x / 10.13.x / 10.14.x
Linux
In the box
In the boxDSmobile DS-740D Scanner
Micro USB 3.0 cable
Quick Setup Guide / Product Safety Guide
Calibration Sheet
Warranty Sheet / Registration Card
Warranty International Sheet
BR-Receipts Insertion
Software
Pre-installed softwareOCR, BR-Receipts, Brother iPrint & Scan, Kofax Power PDF Standard v3
Windows: PRESTO! BizCard 6, Nuance PaperPort 14 SE, iPS
Mac: iPS PRESTO! BizCard 7
More details
Sensor typeDual CIS
Largest document size8.5 in × 72 in
Media formatFile, Image, OCR, Email, Cloud Services

Questions about this item

How do I install the DS-740D and what step do people skip?

Connect the Micro USB 3.0 cable to a USB 3.0 port on the computer for bus power and speed, install the driver and bundled software from the Brother website, then run the calibration sheet before the first scan.

What maintenance or replacement will the DS-740D need later?

Clean the dual CIS glass and rollers periodically with a lint-free cloth; replace the rollers or separation pad if multi-feed errors increase after high-volume use.

What limit appears first during sustained scanning on the DS-740D?

The 16 ppm duplex throughput is the sustained ceiling; long documents up to 72 inches stay within the path, but continuous batches will queue at the USB 3.0 bus bandwidth.

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