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Q: Connecting Scanner to Extreme

Can I plug the USB from my Canon Canoscan 9000F scanner into the extreme so I can print or scan from my MacBookAir via my WiFi?

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Posted on Apr 13, 2016 1:46 PM

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  • by Bob Timmons,Helpful

    Bob Timmons Bob Timmons Apr 13, 2016 1:57 PM in response to MNGTE
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    Apr 13, 2016 1:57 PM in response to MNGTE

    Unfortunately, only the print function will work at the USB port of the AirPort routers.....IF.....you have a compatible printer.

     

    Advanced features like Copy, Scan, Fax, Maintenance, etc are not supported on the AirPort routers on either All-in-One devices or stand alone products.