Connect the scanner directly to the host computer.
USB Connection
When you connect the USB, use a shielded connector cable (such as the CBA-U21-S072AR). Refer to the Solution Pathway for more information about cables.
The scanner connects to USB-capable hosts including:
TGCS (IBM) terminals
Apple™ desktop and notebooks
Other network computers that support more than one keyboard.
The following operating systems support the scanner through USB:
Windows® XP, 7, 8, 10, 11
MacOS 8.5 - MacOS 10.6
TGCS (IBM) 4690/TCx Sky OS
The scanner also interfaces with other USB hosts that support USB Human Interface Devices (HID).