1. Overview & Positioning

The Kodak i2400 Scanner is a desktop / work-group document scanner (sheet-fed A4/Letter class) designed for business environments that require a reliable capture device: scanning documents, receipts, long-sheets, ID cards, embos sed cards and similar. It is part of Kodak Alaris’s i2000 series.

It is not a high-volume production scanner (that would be in the 60-ppm+ range), but it offers a decent balance of speed, quality and flexibility for small to medium workgroups or branch offices. Its strength is in document capture rather than printing.

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2. Key Specifications & Features

Here are the practical specs and key feature highlights (from manufacturer literature & resellers):

• Scanning speed: Up to 30 pages per minute (ppm) or 60 images per minute (ipm) duplex at 200 or 300 dpi (colour/mono) for letter size.

• Optical resolution: 600 dpi. Output resolutions up to 1200 dpi.

• Supported media size: From as small as ~50×63.5 mm (2"×2.5") up to 215×863 mm (~8.5"×34") in standard; long-document mode up to 215×4,064 mm (~8.5"×160") in some configurations.

• Paper weight / thickness: 34 to 413 g/m² (9-110 lb); can handle ID cards / embossed cards up to ~1.25 mm thickness. 

• Feeder: Automatic Document Feeder (ADF), 50 sheet capacity typical (20 lb / 80 g/m²). 

• Connection: USB 2.0 interface (in standard model).

• Bundled software / features: Includes Smart Touch button presets (to automate scan workflows), capture software (Kodak Capture Desktop), OCR/recognition (Nuance OmniPage), etc.

• Recommended daily volume: Up to ~2,000 pages/day (some sources list up to 4,000 pages) depending on use.

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3. Design, Build & Usability

Build & footprint

The i2400 has a compact desktop footprint (per the UK spec: 33 cm × 16.2 cm × 24.6 cm, weight ~5.5 kg). The relatively small size means it can fit in typical office space without requiring a dedicated scan-station room.

Usability features

• Smart Touch: The scanner supports one-touch presets, meaning users can press a button and the scanner executes a predefined workflow (scan + save to folder + email + OCR, etc).

• Mixed media handling: It can accept small items like ID cards, embossed cards, thick paper and long documents; good for diverse workflows.

• Image quality features: The “Perfect Page” technology and multiple enhancements (auto-brightness, auto-white balance, streak filtering, blank page detection) help deliver consistent output.

Considerations

• The driver/interface may require user training—one review noted the driver options were not always intuitive.

• As a scanner, it lacks printing/copying features — if you need multifunction (print/copy), you’ll need a separate MFP device.

• USB 2.0 connection means for large batches you’ll rely on the host PC’s performance; there is no built-in network scanner in the base model unless a variant is chosen.

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4. Performance & Real-World Use

Speed & throughput

In independent tests, the i2400 achieved near its rated speed: one reviewer recorded ~28.3 ppm simplex and ~53.6 ipm duplex in a 25-sheet test. This means for moderate workloads it performs very well.

Quality & reliability

The device’s image processing features mean you get clean scans, good orientation handling, ability to drop blank pages and consistent scanning of variable media. For many offices this reduces post-processing time and re-scans.

Business use context

For departments scanning invoices, contracts, forms, HR records or branch office capture tasks: the i2400 is a strong fit. Provided volumes are moderate (a few thousand pages daily) and you value media flexibility, the scanner will serve well.

Limitations

• If your volume is very high (tens of thousands of pages/day) you may want a higher throughput production scanner.

• If you require built-in network scanning (without PC), you’ll need to check if a network variant is available; the base model is USB only.

• For heavy photo scanning (e.g., old photos at high resolution) the forum notes that the scanner was designed primarily for documents, not optimized for photo-scanning as the PS50/PS80 series are.

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5. Business Use & Deployment Fit

Ideal deployment scenarios

• Mid-size workgroup/department where scanning (rather than printing) is the main task: e.g., accounting, legal, HR, operations.

• Branch/remote office where space is limited but you still require reliable document capture.

• Mixed media environments: ID cards, receipts, long documents, thick media — the i2400 supports all these, enabling one device for multiple tasks.

Fit in IT & workflow

• Supports standard drivers (TWAIN, ISIS, WIA) and integrates with capture software — good for document management systems.

• For fleet deployment, the compact size plus simple interface means minimal user training.

• Cost of ownership is reasonable: fewer moving parts than some larger scanners, and reliability is strong (per reviews).

Where it may not be suitable

• If your primary need is colour printing, copying or multi-function output — the i2400 is scanner only.

• If your scanning volume is extremely high (≥10,000 pages/day) you may need a production-grade scanner with higher sheet-capacity, dual-pass duplex, higher speeds.

• If you require network scanning from multiple users without a PC in between, you should verify network variant/support.

• If you’re scanning primarily photos or books rather than documents, you may find features lacking compared to photo-specific scanners.

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6. Pros & Cons Summary

Pros:

• Strong all-round specification for a desktop document scanner: 30 ppm / 60 ipm duplex, 600 dpi optical resolution.

• Good media flexibility: small to large documents, ID cards, long pages, thick media.

• Smart Touch and bundled software make capture workflows easier.

• Compact size, good build quality and business class features.

• Lower cost alternative to large production scanners but with many features.

Cons:

• USB 2.0 only (in base model) may limit ease of sharing in larger networks.

• The rated daily duty cycle (~2,000 pages) means it may not be ideal for very heavy scanning operations.

• Not optimized for photo scanning (designed for document capture).

• Older model: if buying second-hand, check driver/OS compatibility (especially with newer operating systems).

• It lacks printing/copying—so for full multifunction you’d need another device.

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7. Buying & Deployment Recommendations

• Identify the variant: Ensure the model has the features you need (ADF duplex, Smart Touch, optional flatbed or network connectivity).

• For multi-user environments: consider whether a network‐enabled variant is better than USB only.

• Upgrade memory or ensure PC host is capable: high resolution duplex jobs may require good PC specs.

• Standardize on scan workflows: exploit Smart Touch presets so non-technical staff can scan with one button.

• For mixed media: ensure you have paper/ID card preparation policies (remove clips/staples, separate thick media) to reduce jams.

• Consumables & maintenance: plan for cleaning kits, roller replacements and calibration to maintain throughput and image quality.

• Verify driver support for your OS; if your organisation uses modern OS (Windows 10/11, Mac, Linux) check for compatibility. According to Kodak’s site the i2000 series has driver support and SDKs.

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8. Final Verdict

The Kodak i2400 Scanner is a solid choice for business environments focused on document capture rather than printing. If your workflow involves a moderate volume of mixed media scanning (forms, long docs, cards, receipts) and you want a compact, reliable device with good quality and speed, the i2400 is very good value.

However, if your needs are heavily towards print/copy, ultra-high volumes, or photo scanning, you may want to evaluate alternatives or newer models with higher throughput. Considering its age, if you're buying used or refurbished, ensure that consumables and driver support are available in your region.

Recommendation:

• ✅ Choose it if you need a robust document scanner for mid-volume and mixed media.

• ⚠ Consider alternatives if your scanning volume is very high, you need multifunction print/copy, or you require networked standalone operation.

Kodak i2000 Series Scanners

Date: September 11, 2017
Version: 4.18
This is a CPE release of drivers for the Kodak i2000 Series Scanners.
Note: For Windows 10 OS, mount the ISO file as a drive.
(right click on the ISO file and select Mount)
Windows 10 Only Driver
File Name : i2x20_update_sept/InstallSoftware_i2000_v4.18.exe
Download
File Size : 90.60Mb

Windows 10 Driver Downloads (Full CD)

Windows Installation Software for the i2600 Series Scanner v4.18
File Name: CD_WINDOWS_ISO_i2000_v4.18.iso
Download
File Size: 266.21Mb

installation Instructions

To install the Kodak ESP Scanner i2400 Driver, load the version of the driver for your operating system by clicking on the appropriate link above corresponds. A window should then show up you will be asked where you want to save the file. Save the driver file somewhere on your computer where you can easily see the location as your desktop. Then go on the type of file that you downloaded as follows

.exe (executable file)

Go to the location where you saved the file and double-click the file. Then follow the onscreen instructions to install the driver.