Malcolm, I've owned two Brother Multi-Function monochrome laser units and both gave absolutely no problems up through the 5+ year range. This is about when I decide it's time for a new unit, usually because a new drum will be required in the near future<g>. Actually I'm at that point again now and with a drum running $180 USD, I am toying with getting another unit, but not because of anything wrong with the printer. In fact I'm really hesitant to replace it because I like it so much. I may just shop for a new drum.
I however don't like the software they come with. Never was able to get comfortable with in. Under Win 98, it always gave me problems and I've really never gone back to it. I would think that a straight laser with just a printer driver would give you no issues. I've also had clients with Brother Lasers and they have never had any problems with them. I would not think twice about purchasing another Brother. Jim. -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Malcolm Greene Sent: Monday, April 14, 2008 12:22 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [NF] Feedback on Brother laser printers? I'm thinking about purchasing the following Brother wireless laser printer for my home office. Brother HL-2170W Laser Printer with Wireless & Wired Network Interfaces http://www.buy.com/retail/product.asp?sku=206615073&adid=17070&dcaid=17070#c RevSec Do any of you have experience with any of the Brother laser printers or have an alternative recommendation in the same price/feature set window? Thanks! Malcolm Here's what ~$140 gets you (my concern: sounds too good to be true) BTW: Original Buy.com promotion was $102. I sat on my butt too long before following up. <snip> The HL-2170W is a network, monochrome laser printer that is ideal for home or home office printer sharing. It features network connectivity via Ethernet and wireless interfaces, a fast print speed of up to 23ppm, HQ resolution (up to 2400 x 600 dpi) for high-quality output, and quick processing with 32MB memory. The HL-2170W provides flexible paper handling via an enclosed 250-sheet capacity tray and a manual by-pass slot for printing envelopes and letterhead. It also offers a Toner Save mode to extend toner life and wide compatibility with support for Windows and Mac and PCL6 emulation. Features - Fast laser printing at up to 23ppm - Includes built-in wireless (802.11b/g) and Ethernet network interfaces - HQ1200 resolution (up to 2400 x 600 dpi) for high-quality output - 250-sheet paper capacity - 32MB memory standard - Compact size for home or home office - Great for family or office printer sharing - PCL6 emulation standard - 10,000 pgs. maximum monthly duty cycle </snip> [excessive quoting removed by server] _______________________________________________ Post Messages to: ProFox@leafe.com Subscription Maintenance: http://leafe.com/mailman/listinfo/profox OT-free version of this list: http://leafe.com/mailman/listinfo/profoxtech Searchable Archive: http://leafe.com/archives/search/profox This message: http://leafe.com/archives/byMID/profox/[EMAIL PROTECTED] ** All postings, unless explicitly stated otherwise, are the opinions of the author, and do not constitute legal or medical advice. This statement is added to the messages for those lawyers who are too stupid to see the obvious.
