VirtualHereServer for Mac

macOS USB Sharing with VirtualHereServer

VirtualHereServer is a macOS application that makes USB devices attached to a computer available to other machines on the same network. Instead of physically moving hardware, you can access printers, scanners, external drives and other peripherals from a remote client as if they were plugged into that client directly. The tool is designed to simplify remote hardware access while keeping configuration straightforward.

What it can do for you

• Enable remote use of printers, scanners and storage devices without needing direct physical connections.
• Let multiple users connect to USB peripherals from different computers across your local network.
• Simplify device management with a minimal, easy-to-navigate interface.
• Provide a flexible way to share hardware for both home and business environments.

Types of hardware supported

• External hard drives, flash drives and other USB storage media.
• Peripherals such as printers, multi-function scanners and webcams.
• Specialized equipment that communicates over USB, including dongles and measurement tools.
• Input devices like keyboards, mice and game controllers.

Typical scenarios where it helps

• Access a single office scanner or printer from several workstations without rewiring.
• Use specialized USB dongles or lab instruments remotely from different locations.
• Share an external backup drive among a small team for file transfers.
• Allow remote developers or technicians to test or troubleshoot hardware remotely.

Getting started — quick setup steps

1. Install VirtualHereServer on the Mac that has the USB devices attached.
2. Launch the server app and confirm the devices you want to share appear in its list.
3. Install the VirtualHere client on the remote machine(s) and connect to the Mac over the network.
4. From the client, claim the desired USB device so it becomes available as a local resource.

Licensing and compatibility notes

VirtualHereServer is available under a free license for many use cases, making it suitable for personal and professional deployments. It supports a broad array of USB devices, but compatibility can vary with specialized hardware—verify particular device support if you rely on niche equipment. Network performance and device responsiveness will depend on your local network quality and configuration.