Epson WorkForce DS-30 Portable USB-Powered Document Scanner

The Epson WorkForce DS-30 (B11B206201) is a compact, USB-powered portable document scanner designed for mobile professionals and home office users requiring on-the-go document digitization. Bus-powered via USB — eliminating the need for a separate power adapter — it scans single-page documents up to letter/legal size directly to a laptop or desktop for paperless document management anywhere.

Key Features

• USB bus-powered — no AC adapter required for true portability
• Compact slim form factor fits in a laptop bag for mobile scanning
• Up to 600 dpi optical resolution for clear document and receipt digitization
• Color, grayscale, and black-and-white scanning modes
• Epson Scan software for one-touch scan-to-folder and PDF creation

Product Specifications

• Part Number: B11B206201
• Manufacturer: Epson
• Model: WorkForce DS-30
• Scanner Type: Portable single-sheet document scanner
• Power: USB bus-powered
• Interface: USB
• Form Factor: Ultra-compact portable

Scan Specifications

• Optical Resolution: Up to 600 dpi
• Color Depth: 48-bit color input / 24-bit output
• Scan Modes: Color, grayscale, black-and-white
• Max Document Size: 8.5 x 14 inches (letter/legal)
• Scan Speed: Approx. 8 seconds per page (color, 300 dpi)

Connectivity Specifications

• Interface: USB 2.0 (bus-powered)
• Power: USB bus power — no external adapter needed
• Software: Epson Scan, ABBYY FineReader Sprint
• Output Formats: PDF, JPEG, TIFF, BMP, PNG

Use Cases

• Mobile professional document scanning at client sites and remote locations
• Home office receipt and document digitization for paperless record-keeping
• Business traveler portable scanning without carrying a power adapter
• Single-page contract and form scanning directly to laptop

Compatibility

• Windows and macOS via USB
• Epson Scan and ABBYY FineReader Sprint included
• PDF output compatible with all major document management systems
• USB 2.0 — compatible with USB 3.0 ports (backward compatible)

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the DS-30 have an ADF?

No — the Epson WorkForce DS-30 is a single-sheet flatbed-style portable scanner. Documents are fed one at a time. For multi-page ADF scanning, consider the Epson WorkForce DS-series desktop models with ADF.

Does it need an external power supply?

No — the DS-30 is fully USB bus-powered from any standard USB port on a laptop or desktop. No AC adapter or separate power cable is required.

What file formats does it scan to?

PDF, JPEG, TIFF, BMP, and PNG via Epson Scan software — with OCR text recognition available via included ABBYY FineReader Sprint.

The Epson WorkForce DS-30 (B11B206201) delivers USB bus-powered portable document scanning at up to 600 dpi — a slim, lightweight scanner for mobile professionals requiring paperless document digitization anywhere. Order today for fast shipping.