I'm looking for a fast laser printer (black and white is fine) with low running costs and not too invasive software. Ideally one with separate toner and drum cartridges and easily refillable from non-official sources.
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posted by Static Vagabond
on Apr 23, 2013 -
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I have a MacBook running OS X 10.6.8 and a Brother HL-2270DW printer. This morning I had to reset my entire system using Time Machine; everything else is up and running, but the printer doesn't work. I've tried reinstalling it with the printer setup disc, but the laptop won't detect our wireless connection when I get to that step (it suggests disabling my personal firewall, but I don't have one set up.), and the laptop won't let me add any printers in System Preferences. Any suggestions would be gratefully appreciated, because I've spent all afternoon trying to figure this out.
posted by The Card Cheat
on Apr 22, 2013 -
5 answers
Canon Pixma printer purchased in US, specified ink cartridges not available in Asia where I live, BUT there is a different model number that looks exactly the same. Can I use it?
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posted by dust of the stars
on Mar 16, 2013 -
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March 2013 edition ! A non-profit that I volunteer with is looking to buy a new all-in-one machine to do its printing, scanning, copying, and faxing for its office. Non-profit uses windows. Initial budget is $300-500.
Other pluses:
Dual-sided printing
Most of the printing will be in b&w but will occasionally need to print in color (not for photos but for small logos on flyers, etc).
What should I recommend to them ? Laser ? Inkjet, no right ? They'd rather not since space is at a premium there.
posted by fizzix
on Mar 11, 2013 -
9 answers
I just got a cheap-o HP printer that features two sided printing. It seems to print on one side, suck the paper back in, and print on the other side. Does anyone know how this works? Does it flip the paper over? My guess is that it loops it back in (back facing down), probably raises the heads, and "prints upside down" the other side.
But I'd love to see a diagram or video. Can't find one, though.
posted by thirdgrader
on Feb 3, 2013 -
3 answers
My work has to produce sometimes one, sometimes two at most DVDs when we do a transfer of an older video recording to digital file. We're looking to purchase a desktop printer for use with DVDs, and I'm hoping the mefi community has recommendations!
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posted by ethel
on Jan 24, 2013 -
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Is there a better printing app for the iPad than HP eprint or Apple Airprint? One that allows you to print directly to a printer over wifi (i.e., without having another computer running and connected to the network), offers legal size printing and photo print sizes other than 4x6? Thanks!
posted by SampleSize
on Jan 22, 2013 -
4 answers
Looking for a solid, reliable printer in midtown Manhattan (preferably). I'm designing a program for a memorial service that will be taking place there next month but I'm located out of town and don't have any NYC designer contacts. The files will be ready well in advance so we won't need superquick turnaround. Can the hivemind recommend anyone? Thanks!
posted by avocet
on Jan 17, 2013 -
2 answers
Windows networking woes. Windows 8 laptop will not install the drivers for an HP printer that is attached to an XP desktop. Help!
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posted by queue_strategy
on Dec 26, 2012 -
13 answers
My spouse needs a new all-in-one printer for her office Mac. It needs to do all of the usual all-in-one functions - print, scan, copy, fax. She does occasionally need to print in color. The most important criterion is that it play well with the Mac - both with set-up and with the individual functions.
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posted by gteffertz
on Nov 1, 2012 -
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Best place to buy replacement toner cartridges for home HP Laser printer? Buying the HP toner costs arm and/or leg at your typical big box stores. Would like to find a cheaper, reputable place to buy toner. Can't find one among all the sketchy places that look like cheaptoner.biz and buy-toner-from-us.com. Please help
posted by unceman
on Oct 7, 2012 -
7 answers
The question: Photoshop or Photoshop Elements?
The job: printing high-quality photographic prints on an Epson R2400.
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posted by jammy
on Sep 25, 2012 -
11 answers
Best way to share a printer (and/or set up a print server) in a college dorm?
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posted by nickhb
on Sep 24, 2012 -
5 answers
I'm looking for the ability to print to a post-it. 3M wants too much. Any knock-offs or alternatives I could try? Must fit in a standard print tray.
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posted by NBJack
on Sep 7, 2012 -
8 answers
When using the cleaning cycle on an inkjet printer, where does the ink go?
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posted by Caviar
on Sep 4, 2012 -
8 answers
The library's decades-old Okidata label printer is on its way out. How does your library print spine and pocket labels?
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posted by Riverine
on Aug 21, 2012 -
12 answers
I have an antique French olive oil label. The printer's name and location appear in small print at the bottom: "Panet & Imbert" - Marseille". I would like to know when this printer was in operation. I have not found anything useful about this on the Internet.
posted by kirsti
on Aug 18, 2012 -
5 answers
Information on JLLERT (German printer?). I have an old German olive oil label. I am trying to determine just how old it is. In small print, it reads "JLLERT No. 7516 (or 4516)". I suspect that JLLERT is the printer's name. The label was used by August Grill (Schorndorf), a store that was in operation from 1912 to 1965. I would like to know when JLLERT was in operation.
posted by kirsti
on Aug 8, 2012 -
7 answers
I have a Macbook with OS X 10.5.8 and Firefox 13.0.1. The printing scale under File -> Page Setup in Firefox has randomly started defaulting to 60%. So every time I restart Firefox, I have to go in there and change it back to 100% before I print anything. I can't figure out how to change it back. Is this a Firefox thing, or a printer thing?
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posted by désoeuvrée
on Jul 16, 2012 -
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Can you help me pick out a new multifunction printer/fax/scanner? My (small business) office printer died. It's okay, I hated it anyways. But I need to buy a new one pretty much immediately. Every printer gets mediocre reviews online (and rightfully so, they're all awful in their own special ways)-- but I'm hoping someone here can make a recommendation? Specs included.
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posted by mireille
on Jun 19, 2012 -
12 answers
Recommend me a cheap printer I can take with me on a 6-week trip.
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posted by skwt
on Apr 19, 2012 -
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I'm overwhelmed by the task of finding a 11x17 copier which also scans and prints. I'm looking for a reliable product -- and willing to spend the money -- but I don't know where to start. Geeky details--
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posted by high5ths
on Apr 12, 2012 -
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Odd printing issue for a HP Officejet 4500 Wireless; using old or new cartridges, black won't print and colour is distorted. Pictures of diagnostic pages inside along with what I've done so far.
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posted by By The Grace of God
on Apr 11, 2012 -
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In the office I work, we've got a Lexmark C935 colour laser printer. It gets loads of use, so we're constantly ordering toner and photoconducters for it.
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posted by colin folds five
on Mar 22, 2012 -
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Suggest me a very good, affordable color laser printer that will print crisp images of newspaper clippings and website pages?
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posted by pseudostrabismus
on Mar 18, 2012 -
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I'm looking for a printer that has offset web press services (to print newspapers) in or near Georgetown, Texas (such as one located in Austin or surrounding areas). Does anyone know of one?
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posted by LillyBird
on Mar 12, 2012 -
7 answers
Need a recommendation for a wireless monochrome laser printer that absolutely, positively will print when it receives a print job without any human attention. It also needs to be happy living in a garage.
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posted by de void
on Mar 8, 2012 -
17 answers
Office network print problems. Help me get these laptops to print again!
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posted by degoao
on Feb 7, 2012 -
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My 6 year old Epson C87 printer works fine. However Epson thinks I need to get a a new one. Anyone aware of a reset hack/trick for mac OS?
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posted by citybuddha
on Jan 30, 2012 -
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I've downloaded the correct driver (version 8.61) off epson.com to get my new Epson NX430 printer to work with Mac OS X 10.7.2 Lion on my 2011 Macbook Pro, but the printer still only works when the USB cable is connected. It won't work using WiFi, even though my Internet connection seems to be fine.
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posted by zembla3
on Jan 28, 2012 -
3 answers
Please recommend a small, reliable printer for around $100, but by all means, go higher if you think non-shit just doesn't exist at that price.
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posted by ignignokt
on Dec 26, 2011 -
10 answers
Does anyone know of a good printer (online or in Chicago or DC) that can print small-run, custom-sized, double-sided, durable cards?
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posted by aaanastasia
on Dec 19, 2011 -
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I'm looking for a very specific kind of printer that can print true black onto 4x6 card stock weight paper.
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posted by lazaruslong
on Nov 16, 2011 -
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I have been tasked with finding a new color laser printer for my boss, however he has very exacting requirements which I am finding difficulty in satisfying so I thought I would turn to the hive mind for help on this one.
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posted by empedia
on Nov 9, 2011 -
9 answers
Is there any way to stop a Canon MP495 multifunction inkjet printer from going to sleep? It has its own built in 802.11g/n network interface for sharing itself with the LAN, which works fine, until the printer snoozes and falls off the network...
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posted by thewalrus
on Nov 8, 2011 -
4 answers
You know that power surge that happens when you turn on a laser printer and it sucks up as much juice as it can? Are there laser printers that don't do that?
I'm replacing a Brother HL-2170W. I need good quality monochrome printing. No scanning, photos, etc. Small and quiet are pluses. Wireless is a must. I'll use it with a MacBook.
Every laser printer I've had dims the lights, etc., when it powers up. What should I look for in the specs to identify printers that minimize this? Wattage? Are guides/reviews online that address this issue?
posted by justcorbly
on Oct 19, 2011 -
15 answers
My sister wants to buy a new printer for her home. She needs it for regular stuff but would also like to be able to make her own personalized stationary: things like gift tags or personalized cards of the sort you can put on birthday gifts for kids or give away as gifts themselves. What type of printer would you recommend for her?
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posted by CrazyLemonade
on Oct 5, 2011 -
6 answers
Best practices for moving computer and printer into living area without it looking terrible?
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posted by Fairchild
on Sep 27, 2011 -
19 answers
