On Monday 01 December 2003 20:00, Peter L. Berghold wrote:
Folks,
I'm about to replace my HP970CXi printer that gave up the ghost on me. Before I shell out $$ on another one only to run into problems with it, I was wondering what printers folks are using that they are HAPPY with.
I'll toss in my 2c on this one. I'm installing a Brother MFC 9700 with the NC8100h ethernet adapter. It supports HP JetDirect printing, fax-to-e-mail, e-mail-to-fax, scan-to-e-mail, e-mail-to-print, etc. I don't know if it does ALL the permutations of those protocols, but it seems to be a fully functional LAN Multi-Function Center. All my computers on the LAN will be able to scan, fax, print, and receive electronic copies of faxes. The control panel is through an embedded web server on the printer, so any computer on the network can change its configuration (with a password, I presume). I found the MFC 9700 refurbished for about $300. Unfortunately, it's DOA and awaiting service, so that's something to consider. The good news is that Brother is cooperating nicely so far. The NC8100h is nearly as expensive as the printer itself. For a home office connected to other home offices, the network adapter is a no-brainer. The functionality (assuming I'll achieve it after service on my DOA machine) is outstanding. Regards.