Computer People! I am looking for a printer, suggestions?

[MaGilicuti]

Something not too expensive but is good quality (that pretty much narrows it down right?) Really just using it for school. I hate ink jet printers and I would like to try a laser this time. Any suggestions on a printer and a cool place to get it cheap? Thanks in advance.

 

[TheProject]

I'd suggest an HP LaserJet 1000 if you're buying new ($249):

http://products.hp-at-home.com/products/detail.php?id=Q1342A&j=1

Otherwise, I'd check the used stores for an old LaserJet 4P or something.

There's always pawn shops, if you feel like taking a chance...

 

[supersizeme]

hey i've got this one hooked up to my 2.1ghz machine at home running Linux. they have a smaller version but since i have a 21" flat panel monitor i had the extra room. printing is kind of slow but the quality is impeccable.

 

[MaGilicuti]

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very nice

 

[MaGilicuti]

I'd suggest an HP LaserJet 1000 if you're buying new ($249):

http://products.hp-at-home.com/products/detail.php?id=Q1342A&j=1

Otherwise, I'd check the used stores for an old LaserJet 4P or something.

There's always pawn shops, if you feel like taking a chance...

definently going to look into that, inkjets have just given me too much trouble in the past. thanks

 

[naturally anabolic]

MaGilicuti
my suggestion is the lexmark z32 series, they are relatively cheap cost wise and do 1200x1200dpi, i have 3 at home they work excellant the cartridages are not as expensive as some of the other brands i have seen as well.

-Chris

 

[Train Harder]

I have this printer at the office. Very nice quality and not expensive.
http://www.compusa.com/products/product_info.asp?product_code=283600

 

[MaGilicuti]

the problem with laser is no color. looking at some of the suggestions online now, thanks

 

[MaGilicuti]

Looking at the Hewlett-Packard DeskJet Color Printer 960c right now. What do you guys think?

PRODUCT FEATURES
- Prints up to 15 ppm in black, 12 in color
- High-resolution color printing up to 2400 x 1200 dpi using photo paper
- HP color-layering technology produces rich colors and lifelike skin tones
- 150-sheet paper tray
- Automatic paper-type sensor
- Print-Cancel button saves paper
- Low-ink indicator saves time and paper
- Easy USB or parallel port connection

 

[naturally anabolic]

HP cartridges i find are rather expensive....like 50$ or so to replace them is quite significant, that is why i do not recommend them.

 

[saint808]

well considering i used to work for a printer manufacturer that isn't hewlett packard and that someone already suggested i am legally unable to tell you that they suck... go with an hp

 

[MaGilicuti]

well considering i used to work for a printer manufacturer that isn't hewlett packard and that someone already suggested i am legally unable to tell you that they suck... go with an hp

werd?

the reason i'm trying to stay away from epson and lexmark is because those are two printers i have already went through that have been shit

 

[TheProject]

werd?

the reason i'm trying to stay away from epson and lexmark is because those are two printers i have already went through that have been shit

Good move, man. I won't have anything to do with the Lexmarks or the Epsons anymore.

That's a high-end ink jet you've got there. You sure you need something that fancy? If you're going ink, you can get an entry level HP for around $100. On the other hand, I don't know what the higher-end models go for these days. If you can afford it, and want the higher print quality, go for it.

The HP carts I've seen are around $30 apiece. A little high, but if the printer outlasts the other brands, I'll live with it.

Oh, and the Canon inkjets are very disposable as well. Last maybe a year or two, from my experience.

 

[MaGilicuti]

thanks for reassuring me on my choice. scared buying another printer, so much bad luck with these things