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Old 09-14-2006, 01:23 PM   #1
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All-in-one Devices - Advice please


I'm about to invest in a new printer/scanner/copier.

Does anyone have any views about which makes/models are best with Linux?

I'd be really grateful to hear from anyone with any views.

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Old 09-14-2006, 02:11 PM   #2
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My only suggestion is to buy separate devices (a scanner and a printer). You can usually get a better price by buying each when they are on sale and you get the specific features you want from each (instead of compromising). In addition, if one has a problem, you don't have to send "both" back for repair.
 
Old 09-14-2006, 03:26 PM   #3
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Thanks.

The trouble is lack of desk space, so i really need a combined unit.
 
Old 09-14-2006, 03:36 PM   #4
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Long before there were all-in-one units, there were stackers. Don't limit your options, if space is your primary concern.
 
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The problem with all-in-one office units in Linux is one part is supported completely but the other part is partial completed. In order for both a scanner and a printer to work with all their features you need to buy each device seperately. I suggest using shelves to hold a printer and a scanner on the same space with out taking too much room on the desk. To ease using these two devices, look into sturdy pull out shelves.
 
Old 10-03-2006, 07:15 AM   #6
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This site talks about multifunction devices. http://www.linuxprinting.org/suggested.html

Suggesting the "Epson Stylus CX (4-ink) and RX (6-ink photo) series which simply work as separate USB printers and scanners"

However I suspect they will have limited functionality compared to what is available using the Windows driver. I know I have been unable to get my Lexmark 1165 to even print (but I now know Lexmark is a poor choice where Linux is concerned.)

It would be interesting to hear from anyone that does successfully use a multifunction printer and scanner ...

Sounds like it would be safer to stick to single devices that are commonly used with Linux.
 
  


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