fax machine

[lilsister]

I need to get a fax machine and am hoping you guys have some suggestions. Please remember that I am a computer idiot, so simpler is better. I was looking at different sites and thought that a lazer one might be better for me, cause if inkjets run out I could be in trouble! Hoping to use it as a printer also. We have a 3 year old Dell set up and an Averatech notebook that is new. Can fax machines be used with a notebook? Jim and I are moving to Wisconsin and at this point I'm thinking we will need a live-in computer geek!

[PN]

This may get a bit pricey. I agree with you about the LaserJet versus the inkjet and having to change cartridges. What is your budget?

Hewlett Packard LaserJet 3030 Laser Multifunction Printer.

http://img.epinions.com/images/opti/b3/14/pr-Hewlett_Packard_LaserJet_3030_Laser_Printer-resized200.jpg

http://www.epinions.com/content_155233652356

PN

[lilsister]

Paul, I guess I was thinking of something smaller, I won't be printing large quantities. We have had a Hewlett Packard Office Jet, says it's a printer, fax, scanner and it has been problematical for the 5 years we have had it. Plus I am assuming these tech things are designed to only last so long. I'm wondering if Canon or Sony has had good results for anyone. I was expecting to pay around $300.00.
Thanks, Debra

[jimnms]

I just did a quick search at NewEgg (http://www.newegg.com) and found 3 printer/copier/fax for under $300.

$181.00 Brother MFC-4800 (http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=28-113-104&depa=0)
Specifications:
Functions: printer/scanner/copier/fax
Print/Scan Technology: laser/Not Specified
Print Resolution: 600 x 600 dpi
Scan Resolution Enhanced/Optical: 1200 x 1200 dpi/200 x 400 dpi
Print Speed: 10 ppm
Copy Speed: 10 cpm
Scan Area Max: 8.5 x 11.7 in
Modem Speed: 14.4K bps
Connectivity: USB, LPT
Cartridges: TN250/ DR250
OS Support: Win 9x/Me/NT4.0/2K, Mac OS 8.5-9.1
Dimensions(WxDxH): 15.6 x 14.1 x 9.6 in
Manufacturer Warranty: 1 Year

$254.00 Brother MFC-6800 (http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=28-104-201&depa=0)
Specifications:
Functions: printer/scanner/copier/fax
Print/Scan Technology: laser/Color
Print Resolution: 600 x 600 dpi
Scan Resolution Enhanced/Optical: 9600 x 9600 dpi/600 x 2400 dpi
Print Speed: 10 ppm
Copy Speed: 10 cpm
Scan Area Max: 8.5 x 11.7 in
Modem Speed: 14.4K bps
Connectivity: USB1.1, LPT
Cartridges: TN250/ DR250
OS Support: Win 9x/Me/NT4.0/2K/XP, Mac OS 8.5-8.51/8.6-9.2/OS X 10/10.1
Dimensions(WxDxH): 18.1 x 18 x 12.5 in
Manufacturer Warranty: 1 Year

$274.00 Brother IntelliFAX-4100 (http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=28-113-124&depa=0)
Specifications:
Modem Speed: 14400/12000/9600/7200/4800/2400 bps
Transmission Time: 6 seconds per page (8.5" x 11")
Coding Method: MH/MR/MMR
Print Resolution: 203 x 98 lines/inch; 203 x 196 lines/inch; 203 x 392 lines/inch
Recording Paper Size: 8.5" x 11", 8.5" x 14"
Scanning/Recording Width: Up to 8.2"
Document Input Width: 5.8" to 8.5"
Cartridges: DR400/ TN430/ TN460
Features: Up to 15 ppm laser engine for printing faxes and copies, 8MB Memory stores up to 500 Pages, 30 page Auto Document Feeder , 250 Sheet standard Paper Capacity

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[lilsister]

Thanks, Jim.

[PN]

Canon Faxphone Laser Printer/Fax (L80)

CAN CANONL80
• Prints up to 6 ppm
• Up to 600 x 600 dpi

• Plain paper
• Automatic document feeder

$199.99
Circuit City (http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Canon-Faxphone-Laser-Printer-Fax-L80-/sem/rpsm/oid/117510/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do)

PN

[lilsister]

Yep, Paul, I think that is the one. I will take Jim to Circuit City tomorrow and we will look at it. I always cringe at going to those places, kinda used car salesmen, if you know what I mean! For some reason I feel more comfortable with Canon rather than Brother, will check the warranties, simplicity.

Thanks, guys!

[PN]

Debra,

Good idea to go to the store and check things out. I believe Circuit City has a 14 day return policy for their electronics, but the printer should come with a full, one year warrenty from Canon.

Good luck!

PN