scanner + printer

[WarmingTheCurb]

I am looking for a new printer (compatiable with new laptop) + a scanner. I have seen some machines that have both combined, but how well do they really work? It would be nice to have it all-in-one, but what do you all suggest? I want decent printing quality for printing demo copies of images and photos.

Post Edited (WarmingTheCurb) : 6/12/2004 12:55:13 AM GMT

[PrintDriver]

Do you want decent scanning quality or not?
Not sure those all-in-ones are above adequate for scanning for a graphics business.
You kinda want something that can scan high enough to give you a GOOD 300dpi file at your tabloid size.
Also, in an all in one, if one part breaks, does it take the rest with it?
Don't own one for that reason.

PrintDriver is a large format digital print dude. His advice/opinions may not apply to the 4color/offset/web world of printing

[Kool]

I had one of those all-in-one units for a while and I hated it as a scanner. In order to scan anything small or oddly shaped you have to place it in a mylar sleeve. This sleeve will get scratched and will get kind of a milky apperance after a while. And unlike a flatbed you cant scan anything that isn't thin and flat. If someone gives you a mounted photo you are out of luck.

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[defjoe]

I have a HP photosmart 7150... love it. Great little printer. for my scanner i have a Umax but their software in not compatible with OS X (if your on a mac). but they offer a 3rd party software on their site for a price. Still you can get an Epson that is just as good.

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