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Thursday, November 19, 2020

The Best Copiers, Printers, and Fax Machines

Since I work at a Copier and Fax Co., my knowledge on this subject is greatly enhanced. I get a lot of feedback from customers as well as our technicians here at work.  In my opinion, the best printers for home or small business has to be the HP.  They are always improving upon their machines, which is another reason why I appreciate their brand.

Also, their printers are user friendly and low maintenance.   Toners aren't too bad price wise.  And since I am on this subject, I will also give shout out to Brother for creating some pretty impressive printers, quality is great and so is the price.  One thing I have learned is the cheaper the printer, the more expensive the toners. Kinda crazy, huh?

As far as big businesses go, that need a big copier machine, I would suggest Xerox, or Ricoh copiers any day.  These machines are really awesome, in that they can do most anything from duplexing to sorting to stapling.  This is a big help when time is precious and you need a reliable copier to get the job done. Lanier copiers also have a good line and a good reputation for being dependable.  I would highly recommend these 3 brands of copiers for the busy workplace.

There are a few other copiers that I like, which includes, Canon Imagerunner Series,  Kyocera Series, along with the Konica-Minolta Bizhub series, and Toshiba line is reliable as well.  My personal favorites would be the Xerox, Ricoh and Konica-Minolta lines though, I think because I know the brands so well and have worked with them for the last 25-30 years.

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Thursday, May 21, 2020

What's The Difference Between A Refurbished Copier And A Used Copier?


If you're going to buy a copy machine, you may have heard a lot of different terms thrown around, like new, used, re-manufactured, demo and refurbished.  Not knowing the difference between these terms can dramatically affect how much you pay for your copier.  Read on to learn the difference between a refurbished copier and a used copier.


New

You probably know this one already, but a new copier is brand new, and comes directly from an authorized channel, like a dealer or distributor.  The phrase "authorized channel" sounds pretty fancy, but all it really means is that the manufacturer's representative receives commission on the sale.  Just like a new car, new copiers lose a lot of value as soon as they "leave the lot."  Generally if you want a brand new copier, your best and most inexpensive option is through a copier leasing program rather than outright buying it.

Refurbished

Refurbished copy machines have been audited, cleaned, tested, and updated by a third party (not the manufacturer).  Most refurbished copiers have been used less than three to six months as rated by their respective manufacturer's recommended monthly usage tables, and come with a "same as brand new" warranty.  Best of all, these copiers are sold at discount levels up to 75% off MSRP.  If you choose this option, just make sure that the company you buy from is as a good reputation and an A-rating with the Better Business Bureau.

Remanufactured

Manufacturers sell refurbished copiers too, but they like to call them re-manufactured, which means the copy machine was refurbished by the manufacturer itself and not a third party. Re-manufacturing means that the manufacturer tested and updated the equipment.  As with the refurbished copiers, these copy machines are usually have less than three months of use, and have been acquired from off-lease contracts, sales demos, short term rentals and/or corporate downsizing.

Used

Used generally refers to a copy machine that is being sold without any repairs, updates, cleaning and limited testing.  When you see a copier sold as used, without a warranty, most likely you're getting it "as-is" and should be aware of the risk you are taking.  Some unscrupulous companies might sell copy machines as "used" that should actually be sold for parts.

For the best deal on a copy machine for your business or office, your best choice may be a re-manufactured or refurbished copier that comes with a warranty.  That way you are spending a lot less money while still benefiting from the protection of a warranty.


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What Do You Need to Know Before You Buy a Used Copier Or Printer?

Are you considering purchasing a used copier printer all-in-one office equipment from a company out or going out of business? You need to think a minute about this. The company is going out of business for a reason and the majority of the time it's because of cash flow.


Do you think they would spend their last few dollars having their copier repaired or maintained? Buying a used copier printer from a company going out of business is like buying a used car from a dirt lot 100 miles from a city. It's buyer beware and check your pockets before you leave because the seller will be gone!

Last week we received 11 service calls from companies who purchased used copier printers multi-function office equipment from a business going out of business. This is how most of the copier repair calls start: "Hi, I need somebody to come out to clean a copier because we are getting lines." or "Hi. we are getting paper jams and we need it fixed right away." Then the person tells us they just purchased the used copier at a great price from a business that failed. Now the company is gone and they can not get a hold of them.

Do you think once you buy the used copier they will help you if a problem occurs? They sold you the used copier printer, closed the business and left town for the mountains.

The bottom line is that the average repair on the clients' copiers cost more than what they paid for the used copier.

How to prevent this problem:

1. Contact a company who specializes in the used copier printer. Do not ask you neighbor doctor, nephew lawyer or next door electrician. Get a certified technician to review it.

2. Have the copier repair tech check the following: last copier maintenance cycle, the amount of life left of the toner, developer and drum. Get an unbiased view from a technician who will give you a report before you spend a dime on the refurbished or used printer copier.

3. Better yet, get the used copier printer from actual copier printer dealer. You may pay a few dollars more but it will prevent exposing yourself to problems and hundreds of dollars in repair bills later. May companies will give you a quick over the phone estimates of costs to check the equipment before you buy it. It only costs you a phone call and could save you hundreds of dollars!

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Saturday, April 4, 2020

Choosing the Right ID Card Printer For Your Business


Our modern world has changed the way we do business, and technology has certainly changed the way we obtain the photo ID cards necessary for that business.  Today in-house printing has replaced outsourcing.  That's because it's so affordable, and it provides you with a great deal of flexibility. Choosing the right ID card printer for your business is important, so take some time to learn what's available, and what it has to offer.


Choose from single sided, dual sided or laminating printers.  Single sided printers are capable of quality printing on one side, in either color or monochrome.  Dual sided printers offer the same quality, but they can print on both sides.  They also offer barcode, magnetic strip, encoding, smart card, and more. Laminating printers offer an extra layer of protection from wear and tear.  You also enjoy additional security protection, because altering these cards is very difficult.  Let's have a look at some of the most popular ID card printer manufacturers.

Fargo Printers
Fargo has been meeting the needs of business for a very long time.  They always offer cutting edge technology.  Yet they continue to provide an affordable product, with one of the best reputations for reliability.  Fargo offers single sided printers, dual sided printers, and laminating printers.  You can configure your Fargo printer to work with your photo ID software.  Choose from the many models on the market.

Evolis Printers
Evolis printers offer a full range of technologies including encoding.  Choose either single sided or dual sided printers.  The Evolis printers have a modern design that's sleek, and requires very little space. Evolis printers have a reputation for being very intuitive.  It won't take you months to learn all the ins and outs of these printers.  Evolis is considered one of the most competitively priced printers on the market.  Add easy maintenance, parts that are readily available, and excellent warranties, and you can see why Evolis should be on your short list.

Zebra Printers
If you're looking for plenty of product choice, and printers that you can afford, Zebra printers have you covered.  Besides offering some of the best print quality on the market, they also offer very competitive pricing.  Zebra is continuously striving to improve its already superior product line.  Choose from a complete line of single sided printers, dual sided printers, and laminating printers.

Magicard Printers
Magicard Printers have earned a reputation for offering something a little different.  What makes Magicard unique is its very low price point.  This makes it an attractive printer choice for a business just entering the market.  It's just as attractive for those that have been in the market for some time.  That's because they offer a full range of products from the most basic, quality, entry level printer to the top of line printer with all the bells and whistles.  Print membership cards, photo ID badges, or a host of other ID cards.

Nisca Printers
Nisca offers a unique line of printers.  They offer a superior line of dye sublimation printers.  This technology allows Nisca printers to provide brilliant 24 bit images.  There are also a wide range of models, all of which offer top notch performance and security.  Nisca offers a premier name in PVC card printing technology.  Analyze your company's needs and choose a printer accordingly.

Datacard Printers
Datacard printers have a reputation for providing the highest quality photo ID badges, membership cards, and other types of ID cards.  You simply personalize your printer to your company needs.  Choose from a range of security features and performance levels.  From the most basic printers to the most sophisticated printers Datacard has a printer for every budget.

The ID printer is a big part of your ID printing process.  There are many excellent printers on the market. If you aren't sure, which one is right for you, take a little time to do some research, and learn what the various printers are capable of performing.

When deciding on which printer is right for your company needs, ask yourself a few questions.

1. What type of cards do I want to print?
2. Do I need to print single sided or double sided ID cards?
3. Do I need barcode technology?
4. Do I need laminating technology?
5. Do I have any special needs in my ID card printing?
6. Do I need to print in color?
7. What is my budget?
8. What am I looking for in a warranty?
9. What does my ID card software recommend for a printer?
10. Which printers are comparable and which offer the best prices?

Give your ID card printer the attention it deserves, and find the printer that's right for your business.

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Saturday, March 21, 2020

How to Buy POS Receipt Printer?

There are many models of printers in the market to look for.  The most common are the dot matrix or also known as impact printers, thermal printers and multi-functional printers.  However, before you decide to buy a printer for your POS system, you must consider the software requirements, hardware compatibility, device drivers, and option of receipt cutting feature in the printer, cable interfaces, environmental restrictions and added benefits.


Some of the printers will work only with specific device drivers and software applications.  You wouldn't want to buy a printer that has limited use in your business.  Assuming that one of your receipt printer breaks down at one of the many POS systems you have, your printer must have the ability to fill in the place of the printer that broke down.  The printer must also be compatible with the Operating System that you are currently using.  It is a wise choice to opt for a printer that is compatible with multiple OS.

Even though most of the printers can work with Windows drivers, some printers will require OLE or OPOS drivers to print the receipts.  Ask you dealer about the compatibility issues that you might have with the printers and your POS.

You can replace your existing printer with a printer from any brand.  Most of them are manufactured in such a way to emulate most of the other brands.  However, asking your dealer about the options to replace the existing printer will be a good decision.

The receipt printer can connect to your POS system through a cable interface, which can be serial, parallel, USB or Ethernet connection.  All the printers will support at least the basic type of interface, i.e. the serial and parallel interface. In some of the printers, the USB interface is an option.  If you think a particular printer fits your requirements perfectly, but doesn't have an interface that you are for, ask the dealer about adding an additional interface.  They usually can do it but at an extra cost.
Another feature to look for in the printer is the option of receipt cutting.  There are two types of receipt cutting: partial and full.  If you do not want a receipt cutter option in your printer, go for a manual receipt cutting option.  If you run a huge business that has a streamline of customers at the checkouts, it is better to have an auto-receipt cutter option since it will save time.  However, for places like a small grocery store or any other business establishments that do not have a heavy inflow of customers, you can opt for the manual receipt-cutting printer.

The printers come with the option of single color printing and 2-color printing.  Printers with the option of two-color printing come with black and red color for printing purposes.  Usually the logo of your company is printed in red and the remaining details of the transaction in black.  You can use the red color to highlight any special deals, discounts and privileges received by the customer.
One thing you must bear in mind before purchasing the printer is the environment it will be used in.  Will you use the printer in the kitchen, POS, hospital, temperature controlled settings etc.  There are different printers that fit into the above categories.  If you end up buying a printer that doesn't suit the environment, your printer will not work properly.

Ask these questions before you buy a printer: Do you need a printer with 2-color? Do you need auto receipt cutting option? Do you need a printer that can handle the printing of receipts, labels and barcodes? What is the speed of the printer you expect to have? Do you want your printer to accommodate huge printing rolls?  Do you want a drop-in paper loading mechanism?  Do you want a printer that can print 2-ply and three-ply receipts?  Do you want to endorse checks and read MICR codes using your printer?

As you read the above questions, more questions will pop up.  Make sure that you address all the questions with the dealer before making the purchase.

How many types of printers are there?
Basically there are 3 types of printers: Impact, Thermal and Multifunctional.

1. Impact Printers: Impact printers are also known by the name of Dot-Matrix printers.  These printers are not only less expensive but also flexible.  They use pins and ribbons to print on the paper.  The printers can print two-ply receipts, one for the customer and the other for the vendor.  These printers are resistant to heat and make an ideal choice for use in the kitchen.  The printer can print two colors - black and red.  However, you must purchase the required ribbons to print the above said colors.

Where can Impact printers be used?
Kitchens, POS checkouts, manufacturing units that have too much heat, places that require 2-ply receipts printed in 2 colors.

2. Thermal Printers: Thermal receipt printers as the name suggests, use heat to print the image on the paper.  They do not use ribbons and pins to print the images.  You require special receipt paper to use with your Thermal printer.  The paper has a special heat sensitive coating that is activated on coming in contact with the printer head.  The printer does not require you to replace ribbons and are cost less to own and maintain.  You can upload the logo directly to the firmware to increase the speed of printing. These printers must not be used at places like the kitchen or any other environment that is prone to heat.

3. Multifunctional printers: These printers are used to carry out multiple functions apart from printing receipts. The multifunctional printers are used to endorse checks, read MICR codes, and print slips.  These printers are more expensive than the previously mentioned ones due to their versatility.  These printers can be used at checkouts to print receipts or in concurrence with POS set-ups.

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Sunday, February 2, 2020

Printer Security is Not Worth Worrying About - Right?


When looking at enterprise security, we commonly refer to and consider firewalls, Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), encryption and authentication.  When we think of securing our data, we think of securing critical servers and databases.  Rarely do we think of printers. Billions of dollars are spent worldwide on security each year, but how much did your organization spend on securing their printers this last 12 months?  If you answered zero, you would be in the vast majority.



Printers have come a long way since their widespread adoption in the late 1970's and early 1980's.  Back in the day, each printer was connected to an individual system and could only process a single print job at a time.  Today, printers have matured into multi-functional devices that bare little resemblance to their distant origins.  Printers in the 21st century perform dozens of tasks including, but not limited to, printing, scanning, photocopying, faxing and even emailing documents.  What most users, and even system, network and security administrators do not realize is what really goes on inside a printer and what functionality they truly have.  Most users still think of the printers of 30 years ago; unintelligent devices that only possess the ability to print documents.  This view is far removed from the truth.

When discussing printers in this article, we are not only talking about the behemoths you see in most large enterprises, but also your low-end multi-functional printers you now find common in regular households.  Rare is it to find a printer, no matter how small, that only performs the single task of printing.  Most, at a very minimum, provide faxing or scanning and with these come increased memory requirements.  Scanning a full document in preparation to print, scanning a document to be saved as a PDF or similar file, or scanning a document to allow faxing all require the ability to buffer the data within the device.  A buffer is basically a region of memory that allows the storing of temporary data.  Printers use this buffer to store a digital version of the document you are printing, scanning or faxing.  Depending on the device, this buffer can range from a small piece of Random Access Memory (RAM) to a Hard Disk Drive like the type found in your desktop or laptop computer.  In larger enterprise printers, this buffer is not the only memory store found within the printer.  A larger, non-volatile memory area is provided to store semi-permanent or permanent information.  For example, some printers allow scanning of a document and saving it within the printer as a PDF.  The user may then connect to the printer as if it were a network drive, or via a web page, and download their document.

So where are we going with all this? The leakage or theft of sensitive and confidential corporate information.  Large enterprises may have developed and implemented data retention and destruction policies but rarely do these include, or even mention, printers.  Companies look at hard copies of documents, CD's, DVD's and workstation, laptop and server hard drives when developing their data destruction policies.  While it is clear they identify hard drives as a source of sensitive information, rarely do they consider the hard drives contained within their printers, if they even know of their existence. Printers are also commonly overlooked when security policies, procedures and guidelines are developed and implemented.  Little time, if any, is spent looking at printer security or the implications of not securing the corporate printers.  

All the more disturbing this becomes when you contemplate the common types of documents that pass through printers in a corporate environment.  Depending on the industry or the department within the organization, documents can vary from sensitive financial records, personal customer data or detailed network diagrams, to name a few.

To understand how sensitive data is leaked via a simple printer to the outside world, it requires an understanding of the corporate environment, security controls within that environment, and the general flow of information between users, printers and file systems that house restricted data.
In the ideal, secure corporate environment, a user has restricted access to files that pertain to his or her job function.  The files reside on a secure server within the corporate network and are protected by strong access control policies requiring a user to authenticate before being allowed access to files. In our example, a user requires a sensitive financial document for a meeting he is about to attend.  The user authenticates to the server, access to the file is authorized by the access control policies set on the file and the user opens the file in Microsoft Word.  

He clicks on the print icon and sends the document as a print job to his nearest printer.  With this simple act, we have taken a secure document that very limited users have access to, and have created two copies that are no longer protected by any form of access control.  The first is the obvious; the paper copy our user requires for their meeting.  The second is a copy housed in the buffer on the printer.  In the ideal world, our user will keep the printed copy safe at all times and follow the organization's data destruction policy and destroy the copy of the document when they no longer require it.  As for the virtual copy created on the printer, the user has no real control over this, nor probably knows it even exists.  If we are lucky, the document is overwritten when the next print job comes through, but this is very dependent on the brand and model of printer and how the printer was initially set up by the administrator.

Slightly different to the straight printing of documents, scanning of documents or receiving faxes on a multi-functional printer writes documents to non-volatile areas of memory, usually a hard disk drive.  If documents are not manually removed, they will remain there indefinitely, often long forgotten by the original user that scanned the document or received the fax.

In either of these scenarios, improper disposal of a decommissioned printer could have catastrophic consequences for a company.  Leased printers may be returned to the leasing company for resale. Purchased printers are discarded in the trash or sold at auction or online via auction sites such as eBay. Either way, countless sensitive documents could pass into the hands of nefarious individuals.  While the leaking of some documents could financially affect organizations, leaking personal information pertaining to hundreds or thousands of customers or clients could have reputation ramifications that could destroy a company.

Most organizations do not realize the full potential of their printers or the functionality they have available.  While much functionality is non-security related, these functions have considerable impact on the security of the data within an organization and need to be understood and addressed.  These include, but are not limited to:

1. The ability to copy files to Windows or Unix SMB file servers

2. The ability to email scanned files to a user

3. Functionality that allows printers to receive faxes and then forward the fax onto predefined users via multiple methods, such as email or as another fax, and

4. The ability to store files which have been scanned, printed, emailed or uploaded locally on the printer.

While the previous data leakage scenarios have been accidental in nature, data remaining on printers could be the target of an educated attacker, one that understands the value of data residing on printers and who has the ability to compromise that data.  While organizations invest hundreds of thousands of dollars to secure their network, dividing networks and systems into zones of trust with firewalls, Intrusion Prevention Systems and other network access control points, have they rarely considered where printers are logically placed within the network.  In most cases, they are located among the users, or in some organizations, even on the server networks.  Some organizations do not even have zones of trust and the printers exist among users, servers and even Internet accessible systems.  In the worst case scenarios, the printers may even be Internet accessible themselves.  Printers are not seen as critical devices, and as such, are not secured in their own zone of trust where access to management interfaces is not accessible except to trusted printer administrators.  

By limiting access to these interfaces, compromise of the data housed on these printers becomes exceedingly difficult.

While most printers have the capability to authenticate both printer administrators or normal printer users, the majority of the time, this functionality is disabled or left in its default state; disabled.  Five minutes on Google and an attacker will be able to find the default password to almost any printer.  Once administrator access is gained to a printer, it takes little time and even less ability to make changes to settings that could be catastrophic to an organization.  While it would be little but annoying to find yourself locked out of your printer, or the interface changed to another language, so no-one could control the printer, if the attacker was to redirect your printing or copy documents to a location outside the internal network, depending on the contents of the file, it could ruin an organization.

So how does an organization protect itself against attacks against printers and leakage of sensitive data?

A few simple steps:

1. Disable unnecessary functionality.  If any function within the printer is not required within your business, disable it.  The less services or functions a printer has running, the less avenues of attack or leakage the printer has.

2. Add printers to your data retention and disposal policies.  Make sure all memory inside printers is disposed of via secure destruction or secure wiping when printers are decommissioned.

3. Ensure data is overwritten immediately after printing.  This requires the printer in use to support this functionality, but if your data is highly sensitive, this should be a priority when looking at new printers.

4. Print from memory rather than hard disk drive if available.

5. Use the secure printing option, if available, so printouts do not start before you reach the printer and enter your password.  How often have you hit print, walked to the printer and your printout is no-where to be seen, only to turn up lying on a table days or even weeks later?

6. Examine where printers are logically located within the network.  Printer management interfaces should be restricted and only accessible from defined management IP's.  Ensure printers are never accessible from the Internet.  Assess whether some or all printers should be located within their own zone of trust.

7. Use the inbuilt security within the printer to restrict who has access, what access they have and where they may access from.

Securing printers should be an integral part of securing your data.  Security policies should exist that address the risks and define how printers should be secured.  Develop printer security guidelines and procedures for implementation of new printers and follow these standards to ensure all printers are secured and do not become a high risk to your organization.  By securing your printers, you are contributing to your overall layered security model and protecting your organization's critical data along with its reputation.


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Thursday, January 16, 2020

Ink Jet Or Laser Printer - Which is More Cost Effective For Your Needs?


Depending on your needs printing can be an integral and expensive part of your computer usage. Making a smart choice at point of purchase can save a lot of money over time and ensure that you own a printer which is capable of your desired performance. I will provide an overview of two of the most common type of computer printers; the ink jet and the laser.


An Ink Jet printer operates by propelling droplets of liquid molten material, otherwise known as ink, onto a medium, otherwise known as paper. They are the most popular type of computer printer due to its low cost, print quality, rich color and ease of use. Four major manufacturers account for a bulk of the sales as follows; Canon, Hewlett-Packard, Epson and Lexmark. Each of these manufacturers claims a substantial share of the credit for the development and evolution of the modern day inkjet. 

Your basic consumer ink jet printer has print cartridges which contain a series of tiny electronically heated chambers. The printer runs a pulse of current through the heating elements and this causes a steam burst in the chamber which forms a bubble and this propels a droplet of ink onto the paper.
A Laser printer is the second most common type of computer printer that produces excellent quality text and graphics onto plain paper. Images are produced by the direct scanning of a laser beam across the printer's photoreceptor. Laser printers use a xerographic printing process similar to digital photocopiers and MFPs. First, laser beam projects an image of the desired page onto it's electrically charged rotating drum. Then ink is sprayed onto the drum. 

The ink only adheres to the areas that were illuminated by the laser. The image is then printed on the paper by direct contact with the drum.

When trying to choose between an Ink Jet or Laser printer for your home or business, ink jet is the easy choice at a glance. The average purchase price is approximately $50.00 and many vendors will "throw them in" with the purchase of other hardware. Ink is the catch. The cost of the ink used for inkjet printers is typically a whopping $20 to $40 per cartridge which yields approximately 200 pages.

Thankfully, Kodak through a wrench into this sting last year by releasing the Kodak Easy Share 5500 all-in-one ( a printer, scanner, copier and fax machine). This printer retails at approximately $200.00 and its cartridges are available for $9.99 in black and $14.99 in color. This yields a net savings of 50% over your traditional ink jet printer. This resulted in other vendors slashing ink prices. Furthermore, Brother, Canon, HP and Lexmark began selling more cost effective inkjet printers as well as small business-friendly inkjets.

There is also an extensive line of laser printers available. Laser printers can be set up on and excel on large sophisticated networks. Lasers are durable on all media and provide the best overall print quality. They are better suited for high volume printing with higher capacity supplies and robust remote monitoring. Considering their high duty cycle these printers may be better suited in an environment where IT support is available, although there are low intervention rates. The original purchase price is more expensive than the inkjet but the yield per black ink cartridge is approximately 1000 pages. However, color printing is approximately four times as expensive as black and white. Hence, most people opt for the monochrome lasers and office staff is instructed to save color for special occasions!

Depending on your needs printing can be an integral and expensive part of your computer usage. Making a smart choice at point of purchase is going to require you to project usage and desired quality of output and on what types of media. Occasional usage at home is most likely best suited for an inkjet printer, keeping in mind that less expensive ink is available for certain models. In short, a laser printer is better suited for mass printing on a shared network. There are many in-between options available now especially in light of the cost competition heating up. This overview provided you at the very least with the right questions to ask while shopping!


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Tips to Set Up a Laser Printer For Your Home Computer


If you have a laser printer for either your home office or home use, there are some ways you have to consider for setting up your printer properly.  If you do not know anything on how to set it up for your home computer, you can follow these practical guides.


Step one: assemble your printer
For assembling your printer, you need to open the box and then find the guide for the quick set up.  Take it out of the box and get all the important parts.  For safety, place it down on a flat surface then assemble the paper tray and install the toners and drums.

Step two: install the drivers
Before connecting it to your computer, it will be better for you to install the driver first; unless the direction says otherwise.  You can do it by following the instruction which is displayed on the screen of your computer.  It is available on the CD, so you have to insert the CD into your computer and follow the instructions it tells you.

Step three: connect your printer to the computer
After you have already finished your installation, you need to click "start" then "setting."  Then, navigate your cursor to the "Printers and Faxes."  Thereafter, choose "Add Printer" then "Select Local Printer Attached to this Computer."  Then, click "Automatically Detect and Install."  If you cannot find the drivers, choose "Have Disk" then browse it to the CD drive.

Step four: get connected
After you have done all the steps above, you can connect your printer to the computer by using a USB, Bluetooth, parallel cables, or Wi-Fi.  Also, you have to make sure that all of the plugs are connected properly to the right spot.  If you use Bluetooth for connecting the printer to the computer, you have to open up the Bluetooth manager for detecting it.  Instead, you can also use "Add Printer Wizard" and click "Detect a Printer on the Network."


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Saturday, November 30, 2019

Are Sharp Printer And Toner Products Reasonably Priced?


Some say that they have never been more impressed by Sharp printer and toner products.  The quality for the price alone sells itself into becoming the number one choice printer for the office setting.
The advanced features and the lasting components of the machine have been impressing office owners for years and continue to grow in their blazing designs due to their over-achieving features.  For example: there are many printers that can print at speeds up to 43 pages per minute and have giant expandable RAM that can increase your productivity to lightning speed and thunder size.
The DXB-450 is one printer that really impresses their owners.  


The 1200 x 1200 dpi make the prints look incredibly clear and beautiful.  This particular printer actually does print at speeds up to 43 pages per minute.  With this combination as well as the two standard paper drawers with the ability to add two more, it really gives you the opportunity to expand your business by working extremely quickly.

Are you in need of an economical printer with low cost of operation?  This printer provides professional, crisp clear documents that you can rely on to represent you while you save money and resources.  You can have your prints fast and they will work into your infrastructure perfectly too.  This printer model really does it all.

On top of all of that, Sharp printers are environmentally friendly.  They are going to save you money at the same time as saving on energy and resources.  The printer goes into an energy saving mode when it is not in use for a certain period of time and it turns itself back on when you are going to print something.  You really don't have to turn it on or off after the first time because it can do that by itself. Also, the toner has a toner-saving mode.  The toners will cut back on use while still having the bright bold color that you need for showing.

This brand is good for many different sized offices too.  A home office will benefit from a smaller ink-jet printer to print photos and smaller documents while a larger company may benefit from a multifunctional printer with extensive features.  There is a variety of different types of printers all with the same great quality by Sharp.  They are all reasonably priced for the quality that you are getting and they actually are an investment above others when your company is trying to stay in a low cost budget plan.

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Sunday, November 17, 2019

MDF Copiers and MFD Equipment - Which One is Right For You?


Copier printer scanner MFD office equipment is getting more complicated and the choices are increasing.  The merging of the traditional printer and copier machines has presented companies with hard decisions.  What is the best manufacturer for the money?  Lowest cost?  Best options and functionality?  Most durable?  Canon, Toshiba, Minolta, Ricoh, Gestetner, Xerox, HP, Sharp, Lanier, Copystar, Lexmark, Brother?

Now compound the many brands with companies that only specialize in one or two brands and it's clear to see why companies have problems with selecting the right equipment or getting in the wrong lease.  If you get your equipment from a company which specializes in one brand take care.  Why?  Because you will receive a bias view.

If a vendor only represents Canon or Sharp how will you know if you should get a Gestetner, HP or Ricoh may be better.  So what should you do?

Do some basic research online using the buyer's lab reports.  Look for awards and low failure rates.  If the model is brand new; wait a few months so the manufacturer has time to get the bugs out.  Do not assume that a BIG NAME means the best choice.  Did you know the Lanier / Gestetner/ Ricoh / Savin are the same company? Mita / CopyStar / Kyocera too!  Did you know HP laser printers are actually Canon based?

It's a challenge to make an educated selection.  Be careful.  Ask questions.  Get referrals.  Check the service record of the company you choose.

When is your equipment lease up?  Does it offer a lump sum or $1.00 buy-out clause at the end of the lease?  What is the current value of the equipment?  What is the estimated life of the copier/printer? Most of these questions are simple to determine with a few keystrokes on the internet.

Get all the answers before you commit.  Ask questions.  Look at the terms.  Know you page counts and be very careful not to fall for low ball tactics of some copier printer leasing companies.


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Wednesday, October 16, 2019

Tips on Obtaining the Best Deal on Office Equipment


Buying office equipments can be very tricky.  While you want to acquire machines that will give you the best services for your business, buying them without the proper knowledge and insight can be more costly.  It can cost you thousands of dollars per machine.  


Operation cost, wide of the mark outputs, and unnecessary maintenance schedules can wreak havoc to your business' resources and can even make your reputation flawed.  And so, choosing the right office equipment and the right deal, whether you are small to medium-size or huge businesses, is essential if you want to save money, value resources, and maintain a good reputation with your customers.

Here are some feasible tips to help you get through the challenges:

1. Know what you need
Not knowing what you need is as bad as not having enough information about the products you want to buy.  Today's technology has provided state-of-the-art products and equipment's built to provide businesses the reliability and efficiency that their customers need.  If you don't know specifically the type of functions you need, you could end up buying the wrong product.

For example, you can evaluate the kind of output you need.  If your business is into marketing or advertising, you may find that getting the best printer with remarkable color rendition can be an asset.  If you want to save money and energy, it is best to attach the machine into a network where people can easily access instead of acquiring dedicated office equipment's such as printer and scanners.

Office equipment nowadays are equipped with multi-functional devices built for the modern office environment.  All you have to do is to find the right function and model to help you create outputs needed by your customers.

2. Do your homework
Try to find suppliers or vendors that will give you the best deal.  However, keep in mind that low prices are not always a bunch of good deals and may not always guarantee reliable services.
When choosing the right supplier, always try to give the greatest attention to details such as flexible options, reasonable prices, availability of discounts for bulk purchases, good warranty, and guaranteed maintenance and repair services.  The last two factors are very important, since even the best products can also wear out in due time.  Hence, getting the best warranty and repair services can put your business' bottom line in the best level.

3. Ask for recommendations or references
Getting the highest quality of service always come with the best testimonials and recommendations from trusted colleagues, friends, or relatives.  Nothing works better than first-hand experience.
In today's highly commercialized world, businesses know how important word-of-the-mouth marketing is.  In fact, it is considered to be the latest trend in marketing and more and more people are getting the best results through this type of promotion.  That's because most people will most likely buy products from suppliers or vendors whose services have already been tested and proven.  And so, referrals or recommendations from other people will help you find the best product and the best deal.

Boiled down, saving money and getting the most out of your office equipment are not entirely dependent on prices and quality alone.  You have to rely on the services and efficiency that their suppliers and vendors provide.  After all, in a built environment like offices, you may need all the services you can get to guarantee satisfaction.  It is useless to buy good products, if people responsible for their quality and efficiency will not stand behind their products.  And so, buying office equipment should never be an either-or thing.  Acquiring the most comprehensive knowledge in choosing the right equipment will always guarantee your business' success.

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High Quality Office Equipment - The Secret of a Flourishing Business Operation


It is a simple fact. Sometimes what you don't know, can hurt you a lot, and that is especially true in office applications.  Missing documents, unorganized files, or an unreliable printer, which can often go undetected until you are at risk, can be a huge drag on a business' bottom line; but that is not the real problem.  The real problem is that you do not know exactly whom you can rely on to get the ultimate, reliable office equipment from, and make your day to day operations in the office more efficient and profitable.


One of the biggest problems with combating typical office issues is that there aren't enough eyes to spot every problem and not enough knowledge to keep you updated on the latest trends and technologies. Sometimes, you just know that you are wasting resources.  It could be energy, equipment repair costs, right machines for the job, or a combination of all these things.
Imagine if you did know and suddenly you had a single view into your entire network of facilities. Imagine how much savings you will have if you will be able to reduce energy costs and lessen product loss.  Imagine if suddenly you had better information about your office equipment, so you could be more confident in your decisions every day.

Just imagine, if you can handle all these things, what's there to worry about?

Today's office equipment ranges from simple to complex applications that provide modern entrepreneurs efficiency, less operating costs, and better bottom line results.  That's why the choice of office equipment has become an essential factor in business management.  The way you decide and choose your equipment will have a huge impact on your business' productivity and reliability.  Keep in mind that your customers rely on you and the last thing you need to worry about is your reputation.
So, how do you deal with these problems in the first place? Here's a list of some tips to live by:

1. Evaluate what you need
At any point, every office seems to need almost all of the basic office equipment, like printers, scanners, copiers, shredding machines, etc.  However, not all office equipment is created equal.  With the advent of technology, modern office equipment can provide multi-functional services; that older models don't have.  Hence, it is important that you know specifically what type of services you need before buying one.  For example, do you have a network in your office?  Do you need dedicated printers or workgroup printers that can cater services to anybody from your network?

2. Assess your work spaces
Office equipment, when not thoroughly considered, can eat a lot of space in your area.  Printers with multi-functional devices can consume a huge space in your work area as they are big in size.  It is best that you dedicate a particular space for your office equipment so people will know where to access them.  Creating a clutter in the working area can only trigger more problems and may affect a smoother work flow.

3. Guaranteed services
Even the most advanced technology cannot impede the natural wear and tear of office equipment. That's why it is important that you have reliable services provided by your suppliers or vendors.  So, regardless of the type or model of the machine you will buy, it is best that you have the most complete and all-inclusive range of services and warranty programs to guarantee that your investment is amplified to your utmost fulfillment.

4. Variable financial options
Office equipment is a good investment, but acquiring them in a bad deal will get you nowhere.  Always find a vendor or supplier that can give you feasible and flexible financial options.  Whether you go on a cash purchase, lease, or credit, it is best that you have a handful of preferences to choose from.

Indeed, getting the best office equipment, at the right deal will help you improve your operations and management of your business.  With limited resources and increased pressure for better returns, ensuring that you have the most appropriate and reliable machines is critical to your success.

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Wednesday, October 9, 2019

Taking Care of Your Office Equipment Properly to Avoid Malfunctions


Just like the machine that our human body is, your office equipment also suffers from downtime.  Much like a very unwell body, when your copier or fax machine goes out of order, a lot of office tasks are put on hold.  This means reduced productivity, not to mention stress and unmet deadlines.  This can be avoided.


Downtime, whether for a short or long period of time, ultimately results in loss of revenue.  There are techniques and tips which can be used to help you prevent downtime.  There are many ways which you can avoid this:

1. Adequate practical knowledge of office staff - It doesn't really take a genius to troubleshoot common office equipment problems, especially when the staff have sufficient technical familiarity, common sense will also do, with these types of equipment.

2. Regular maintenance checks - Prevention is better than cure.  Habitual check-ups of your office equipment keep them well-oiled, so to speak, and avoid any possible downtime.  Although, of course, it doesn't really make it foolproof, you're definitely reducing any possible downtime.

3. Quality office equipment - Quality comes with a price, that's a fact.  However, in the long run, it may prove to be a more practical choice than purchasing a lesser priced counterpart.

With these tips, you will be sure to have lesser occurrences of downtime and a longer life for your office equipment.  You save money by not calling in maintenance for every little technical problem that arises. You can also save money when there is less downtime at the office.

What if your copier suddenly throws up all the papers you feed it and you need all the copies in the next 30 minutes for the upcoming board meeting?  Can you possibly wait for the maintenance crew to show up and repair it?

When it's an emergency such as this, you will have little choice; but to do the job yourself, if you want to get your tasks done on time.  Not only that, it really helps to have some knowledge on how to deal with urgent situations.

Here is a simple step by step procedure on resolving your copier emergency:

1. Try feeding the copier different sizes of paper.  It might be because one of the paper sizes is jamming the machine.  Is the paper simply stopping, or is it crumpling up?

2. Listen to the machine.  What kind of noise does it make- whining, does it seem to be spinning its rollers or does it seems as though its off?

3. If only one size is jamming the copier, then it means that the trouble lies in one of the cassettes.  All you need to do is switch the position of the cassette and there you go.

4. If possible, clean the cassette as well as the rollers which turn the paper.

5. However, if all cassettes seem to be jamming and the paper stops in the machine without crumpling, it's possibly because of worn out rollers.  You can perform the same procedure as above to clean out the rollers.

6. If the machine is jamming and the paper is crumpling, then follow the path of the paper carefully and determine if there is something inside which causes the paper to stop.

7. Listen to your machine; it can save you a lot of time.  If it appears like it is just spinning, its probably  rollers then.  You can try and look at them, since they move the paper through the machine. 

If the copier whines or if it groans just before jamming then you will have to call for service.
It will really help if you are able to address simple office equipment glitches on your own.  Saves you a lot of time and money, and helps you meet your deadlines without waiting for the maintenance crew to arrive and fix these downed machines.

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Sunday, September 8, 2019

Can Offices Rely On Toshiba Toner and Printer Products?


Many different people have heard of Toshiba printer and toner products but the question is how reliable are they actually? Owners of businesses and home offices have come back reporting good things about Toshiba. It actually has gotten top reviews according to some office goers. They say it just makes the day go by faster and makes the work-load get done with better quality. Just from this, you can tell that Toshiba is a reliable product to choose.


Finding a printer with good toner products can be a pain. Trusting in a printer company is a big deal. The ability to achieve everything an office needs in one machine is a great achievement that Toshiba was willing to spend the time to do. Toshiba customers have had complete satisfaction in the fact that their printer makes the best looking documents and pictures and doesn't cost them too much to do it. It is also a highly recommended brand because the units last. They aren't constantly jamming and breaking down because the mechanics of the machine are formulated in such a way where the designers were thinking ahead and taking all scenarios into consideration.

There is no false advertising with Toshiba. They are talked about in a good way where everyone can go through their day smiling while using one of their pieces because of the worry-free feeling it creates from being a trusted machine. The toners for one thing, last for a very long time. They print color and black and white with a beautiful sheen that will impress you and your co-workers the first time you see it come out. Just because the printers are small and seem kind of frail doesn't mean there's not a large body builder of a beast inside there.

While you can rely on them to work well, you can rely on them to catch peoples' eyes as well. The designs fit perfectly into the office setting and they all have a nice looking surface. Of course there are many different designs and colors that these pieces come in but there will be the one for your office that just looks like it already belongs in there. Making your office happy is going to make work more pleasurable as well. You can rely on Toshiba to make your entire office a better environment to work in. Your office is your second home. You have to make it the best you can.


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What Will Toshiba Printer And Toner Products Do For A Home Office?

Toshiba is a company that is known for having a wide variety of electronics in their company.  They are constantly inventing the next best thing for the world including the next best printer.  They have many different style printers and copiers including smaller ones that are best for the home office.


Toshiba printers and copiers are amazing for the home office because of their quality and low start up and maintenance costs.  You can get a home-style printer or copier that looks chic as ever and fits right onto your desktop in the comfort of your own home while at the same time printing the most official high-quality prints or copies, that you see nowhere else besides a photo lab or from one of those extremely expensive office printers or copiers you see at the 24 hour printing stores.
It's nice to be able to do everything yourself, save money and save time all at once.  Everyone wants to save money, but, what Toshiba has figured out is that people running a company out of their house is probably working extra hard and needs a helping hand in tightening their budget, while not cutting back on quality.

Toshiba's designs are made for you to be able to perfect your most important documents and photographs without being able to tell that it is from a small at home printer or copier.  You can even have other features built in to your printer or copier such as scanning, faxing and duplexing.  Toshiba allows you to do all of these functions while conserving the equipment's resources.  What I mean by that is that it saves you on toner and on power.

The toner for one thing is frugally used in each print which comes out strong and thick looking, but is actually saving ink.  It cuts back a small amount which helps the pigments cling harder to the paper fibers for a longer lasting print and a longer lasting toner cartridge.  The cartridge CAN be recycled however.  It also can be refurbished individually and snapped right back into place.

Say you are really partial to using the Cyan.  That cartridge can be replaced three times over, while you still have the other ones charging through like champs in the machine.  Toshiba makes sure you get your money's worth with their product and allows you to refrain from wasting anything.
Just because you are at home doesn't mean you deserve less.  Your printer/copier will have the same strength as one that you may find in a large professional setting only you'll be getting it for less.

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Saturday, August 17, 2019

Tips for Choosing the Right Copiers For Sale


COPIERS FOR SALE

Copiers are machines which make paper duplicates of documents.  They are very useful and have been around for many years.  


Most of the copiers make use of heat fusion, while some models use inkjet technology to make copies.

Types of copiers
  • Analog copiers: These are outdated
  • Digital copiers: These may be able to print, scan and fax in addition to making copies.
  • Types of digital copiers include: Monochrome copiers: these make copies in black only.
  • Color copiers: these can make copies of documents in a range of colors.
  • All in one copier: these can print, scan and fax.
  • Multi functional copiers: these come with a very wide range of functions. Factors to consider in making a choice of copier

In making a purchase of a copier, the following factors will need to be put into consideration:
The amount of paper that can be loaded into the machine at a given time should be considered.  Smaller copiers will be able to able to receive about 100 sheets of paper, while the most advanced models can be loaded with up to 2500 sheets.

The size of the paper used: some models can only accommodate a particular size of paper, while others will accept a large variety of paper sizes.

The speed at which copies are made: the speed could be as low as 10 copies per minute, or as high as 100 copies per minute.

Toner: this is for digital copiers. The monochrome copiers use only one toner cartridge, while color copiers will require several toner cartridges for the different basic colors.

Memory: the latest models have some memory features, which makes them work more efficiently.
Extra capabilities: some of these features include scanning, faxing, networking capabilities, emailing, security features, image editing.

What are some companies that manufacture copiers for sale?
  • Konica Minolta: this company offers a wide range of digital copiers
  • Sharp: they manufacture multi functional copiers with a wide range of capabilities.
  • Toshiba: manufactures a wide range of copiers for office use.
  • Xerox: machines made by this manufacturer are noted for their durability.
  • Ricoh: produces a wide range of digital copiers.

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Konica Minolta Printer and Printers


An environment full of professional approach is one thing that every office around the world craves for. Professionalism needs not only to be practiced by the employees, but from the office management as well.  Apart from soft skills like human management, offices need to create an ambiance that promotes and catalyzes professional atmosphere.  Advanced hardware tools like high-tech workstations and facilities for communication and printing add to overall look of an office.  You don't need your office boy/s to run here and there with loads of printing work.


Talking about printers, it is such a necessity in any office these days that one can hardly do away with it. Everyone in the office needs printouts for different purposes like for notices, press releases, projects, training's, designs, slips, schedules, programs, etc.  Hence, having a multi-function printer is always a better option.

Multi-function printers serve not only your printing needs but they also work as a laser printer, copier and scanner.  Loaded with hi-tech features, they give fast print speeds, and up to 200 sheet input capacity.  Some of the added / optional features of a Multi-function printer that will surely be handy in any office are:
  •          24 bit color
  •          Direct printing from digital camera
  •          Receiving digital faxes from a PC
  •         Automatic document feeder
  •          Up to 96 MB RAM

Available in stylish and professional designs, your investment is sure to give your lasting returns.  Famed for giving complete customer satisfaction with optimal performance, all leading brands are offering these Multi-function printers.  If you wish that professionalism should prevail in your office then buy one for your office.


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