Relatively inexpensive multi-function printer for Linux?

Craig White plug-discuss@lists.plug.phoenix.az.us
14 Dec 2002 21:35:01 -0700


On Sat, 2002-12-14 at 18:40, Kurt Granroth wrote:
> I want to get a multi-function printer with the following features:
> * laser printing
> * flatbed scanning
> * copy without PC
> * fax without PC
> 
> Furthermore, I would like both the printer and scanner to work under Linux 
> (the printer MUST the scanner would be nice).
> 
> I know that the HP 3330 (and related 3300 series) fulfill all of those 
> criteria just fine.  But there is one last requirement:
> 
> * must be under $500
> 
> Oops.. even refurbished 3330s are around $600.
> 
> So, does anybody know of a comparable device that fits ALL of my criteria?
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I just bought a Office 85GXi for $200 from Fry's. I remember when my
customers were paying $699 & 599 for them.

It's still in the box but I expect that I will get most everything
working on it (optimistic ain't I?)

Craig