I have an HP PSC 1410 All-In-One printer/scanner/copier that recently stopped working. It simply will not power on. I purchased it in 2006 for $50, so it certainly doesn't owe me anything at this point. It looks like I can get a replacement power adapter on eBay for $10 that *may* fix the problem, but it could be a problem with the printer itself. You think I should just move on and get a new printer?
dead printer - fix, or replace?
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I moved on to a Color Laser Printer. Much faster and cheaper per copy too.
Yeah, I need/want multi-function. I scan a lot and we occasionally use the copy feature.
It's relatively low-volume, home/personal use.
It's relatively low-volume, home/personal use.
I have a Brother multi-function Color Laser. Wireless works great with home network for scanning, copy, printing, etc.
Originally Posted By: Ramblejam
Are we talking legal-sized document scanning?
No... just letter-size documents.
I keep all my statements electronically organized. While most things I get electronically, there are still a few statements here and there that are paper, which I scan and save as PDF.
Are we talking legal-sized document scanning?
No... just letter-size documents.
I keep all my statements electronically organized. While most things I get electronically, there are still a few statements here and there that are paper, which I scan and save as PDF.
Ok.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0091UBCB6/ 3.2 cents for B&W and 8.9 cents for color
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005O55U2Y/ 1.9 cents for B&W and 7.3 cents for color
The Epson (inkjet) is more expensive per page, but offers superior photo & graphics quality.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0091UBCB6/ 3.2 cents for B&W and 8.9 cents for color
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005O55U2Y/ 1.9 cents for B&W and 7.3 cents for color
The Epson (inkjet) is more expensive per page, but offers superior photo & graphics quality.
The problem with Ink-Jet Printers is that they sell you the printer at a low ball price then you pay dearly for the ink cartridges and cost per copy.
Look at the reviews of Ink-Jet Printers and one common issue that is stated is the cost of replacement cartridges.
Many laser multi-function printers will print between 4 to 5 thousand sheets depending on content.
Look at the reviews of Ink-Jet Printers and one common issue that is stated is the cost of replacement cartridges.
Many laser multi-function printers will print between 4 to 5 thousand sheets depending on content.
Originally Posted By: eljefino
Check power supply voltage with a meter if you can. It can easily be an internal fault to the printer.
I tried that earlier. There are 3 connections where the adapter plugs into the printer, but I don't know which is which. I tried touching the connections with the voltage meter leads but couldn't get anything. Don't know if that's because I wasn't doing it right or if that's indication the power supply is the culprit.
The input so far is making me lean in the direction of a new printer. The HP cost $50 and is 7 years old, so I'd say I got my use out of it.
Check power supply voltage with a meter if you can. It can easily be an internal fault to the printer.
I tried that earlier. There are 3 connections where the adapter plugs into the printer, but I don't know which is which. I tried touching the connections with the voltage meter leads but couldn't get anything. Don't know if that's because I wasn't doing it right or if that's indication the power supply is the culprit.
The input so far is making me lean in the direction of a new printer. The HP cost $50 and is 7 years old, so I'd say I got my use out of it.
Some what off topic, but:
Originally I bought a "Ink Jet" Printer.
Very expensive to own.
I was spending $60.00 per year on ink.
I hated it.
1) Ink was expensive.
2) When the nozzel dried up, the 'clean function' cleared it out by flushing more ink thru it.
3) If the Black ink ran low, it would ask me if I wanted to mix the 3 colors to make Black
4) If the 3 colors were low, it would stop printing till they were replaced.
I then went and bought a Laser Printer.
Ink Jet Printers are for chumps.
Brother Model: HL-2140
Ordered Online for $50.00 / Free Shipping / No Sales Tax
Only prints in Black, for me now, that's OK.
For colored photos, I go to Wal-Greens.
Originally I bought a "Ink Jet" Printer.
Very expensive to own.
I was spending $60.00 per year on ink.
I hated it.
1) Ink was expensive.
2) When the nozzel dried up, the 'clean function' cleared it out by flushing more ink thru it.
3) If the Black ink ran low, it would ask me if I wanted to mix the 3 colors to make Black
4) If the 3 colors were low, it would stop printing till they were replaced.
I then went and bought a Laser Printer.
Ink Jet Printers are for chumps.
Brother Model: HL-2140
Ordered Online for $50.00 / Free Shipping / No Sales Tax
Only prints in Black, for me now, that's OK.
For colored photos, I go to Wal-Greens.
We have an Epson all in one that we found on clearance at Target for $40. Works great for everything we need it for. The thing I like is that it has individual cartridges for each color rather than a black cartridge and a color cartridge. This way you can replace each color as you need it instead of having to replace all the colors at the same time.
Problem is that new printers usually come with small ink fills.
If you check the specs, you might find you have another power adapter somewhere that can take it's place at least as an experiment.
If you crack open the power supply, you might find blown capacitors in it. Replacing those will sometimes be enough to fix it, but other times they can cause collateral damage when they fail.
Most of the power adapters on eBay are generic, cheaply made Chinese imitations. I've had problems with them on other devices, and cheap power supplies in general are notoriously problematic. They sometimes have clever wording like "For HP" on them - not an actual HP endorsed product, just "For" it.
Try to find someone selling a genuine part if you can. It takes some digging but there's usually a few available. Searching on the original HP part number can help, but you still have to look closely at what they're selling. Make sure it's tested and guaranteed working though. A genuine part is usually not new, while the cheap imitations always will be.
I'm all in favor of laser printers but I wouldn't give up on what you have if you're happy with it and it turns out to just need a power adapter.
If you do buy new, I'd run away from inkjets, but I have a personal hatred for them that borders on irrational. If you get a laser, make sure it has a fan. Laser printers require heat in order to work, so those that lack a fan are making a cheap attempt to defy physics.
If you crack open the power supply, you might find blown capacitors in it. Replacing those will sometimes be enough to fix it, but other times they can cause collateral damage when they fail.
Most of the power adapters on eBay are generic, cheaply made Chinese imitations. I've had problems with them on other devices, and cheap power supplies in general are notoriously problematic. They sometimes have clever wording like "For HP" on them - not an actual HP endorsed product, just "For" it.
Try to find someone selling a genuine part if you can. It takes some digging but there's usually a few available. Searching on the original HP part number can help, but you still have to look closely at what they're selling. Make sure it's tested and guaranteed working though. A genuine part is usually not new, while the cheap imitations always will be.
I'm all in favor of laser printers but I wouldn't give up on what you have if you're happy with it and it turns out to just need a power adapter.
If you do buy new, I'd run away from inkjets, but I have a personal hatred for them that borders on irrational. If you get a laser, make sure it has a fan. Laser printers require heat in order to work, so those that lack a fan are making a cheap attempt to defy physics.
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On something that low-end, I'd just replace it.
Really depends on ink cost.
I have an old Color Laserjet 3550 that is held together with duct tape and bailing wire. We continue to (heavily) use it because the cost per page is much lower than it would be with a newer replacement (just looking at toner, excluding the cost of the printer).
Really depends on ink cost.
I have an old Color Laserjet 3550 that is held together with duct tape and bailing wire. We continue to (heavily) use it because the cost per page is much lower than it would be with a newer replacement (just looking at toner, excluding the cost of the printer).
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Originally Posted By: barlowc
I have an HP PSC 1410 All-In-One printer/scanner/copier that recently stopped working. It simply will not power on. I purchased it in 2006 for $50, so it certainly doesn't owe me anything at this point. It looks like I can get a replacement power adapter on eBay for $10 that *may* fix the problem, but it could be a problem with the printer itself. You think I should just move on and get a new printer?
I would somehow measure the output of the power adapter. Do you own a DVM? If its the power adapter and you can get one for $10, go for it. If its the printer, dump it.
I have an HP PSC 1410 All-In-One printer/scanner/copier that recently stopped working. It simply will not power on. I purchased it in 2006 for $50, so it certainly doesn't owe me anything at this point. It looks like I can get a replacement power adapter on eBay for $10 that *may* fix the problem, but it could be a problem with the printer itself. You think I should just move on and get a new printer?
I would somehow measure the output of the power adapter. Do you own a DVM? If its the power adapter and you can get one for $10, go for it. If its the printer, dump it.
Originally Posted By: armos
If you get a laser, make sure it has a fan. Laser printers require heat in order to work, so those that lack a fan are making a cheap attempt to defy physics.
Also, even if it has a fan: Don't lick the image drum! Licking the drum can ruin it and a replacement part can sometimes cost more than the whole printer.
If you get a laser, make sure it has a fan. Laser printers require heat in order to work, so those that lack a fan are making a cheap attempt to defy physics.
Also, even if it has a fan: Don't lick the image drum! Licking the drum can ruin it and a replacement part can sometimes cost more than the whole printer.
Originally Posted By: yonyon
Originally Posted By: armos
If you get a laser, make sure it has a fan. Laser printers require heat in order to work, so those that lack a fan are making a cheap attempt to defy physics.
Also, even if it has a fan: Don't lick the image drum! Licking the drum can ruin it and a replacement part can sometimes cost more than the whole printer.
I hope you meant nick instead of lick.....
Originally Posted By: armos
If you get a laser, make sure it has a fan. Laser printers require heat in order to work, so those that lack a fan are making a cheap attempt to defy physics.
Also, even if it has a fan: Don't lick the image drum! Licking the drum can ruin it and a replacement part can sometimes cost more than the whole printer.
I hope you meant nick instead of lick.....
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