Strange how much useful info I'm learning about computers from am motor oil based forum. Anyway, looking for a home printer that can accept wireless for my wife Apple devices, and I also use a notebook via cable that will support Mint 17. Probably a B&W machine. Currently own a Lexmark, not Linux friendly.
Printer recommendations-Linux-Mac-wireless
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I use a cheap brother laser printer connected to all the computers you mentioned. The linux driver is as easy as unpacking and a simple bash command.
The high yield toner goes on forever, its fast and reliable as you could ever hope for.
http://www.amazon.com/Brother-HL-L2340DW...=dp_ob_title_ce
http://www.amazon.com/Brother-HL-L2340DW...=dp_ob_title_ce
The high yield toner goes on forever, its fast and reliable as you could ever hope for.
http://www.amazon.com/Brother-HL-L2340DW...=dp_ob_title_ce
http://www.amazon.com/Brother-HL-L2340DW...=dp_ob_title_ce
I have a Brother Laser wireless that works with Linux, Google O/S (Chromebook and Chromebox), + Windows 10.
Their web site should give all you the info you need.
Their web site should give all you the info you need.
I don't know about it's Linux compatibility, but I would recommend the HP LaserJet P1102w. I got a refurbished one from Staples for about $80 on sale. That was a year ago. We went through the starter toner but are still working on the first replacement. I have been using the same model printer at work for six years now.
I just bought this at WM, "Canon PIXMA MG2922 Wireless Inkjet All-In-One Printer/Copier/Scanner
$35.52
Was $46.54
Save $11.02"
I paid list price for it, now it's on sale. Works really well. Hope it holds up better then the HP piece of shout that I junked.
$35.52
Was $46.54
Save $11.02"
I paid list price for it, now it's on sale. Works really well. Hope it holds up better then the HP piece of shout that I junked.
Can't vouch for Linux but this aforementioned brother is wonderful. Relatively inexpensive ink and works quite well with pc, chromebook(cloud print), Apple print and Windows. Beyond happy ....
Originally Posted By: madRiver
Can't vouch for Linux but this aforementioned brother is wonderful. Relatively inexpensive ink and works quite well with pc, chromebook(cloud print), Apple print and Windows. Beyond happy ....
If it works on a Mac then it will work on Linux, they both use CUPS
Can't vouch for Linux but this aforementioned brother is wonderful. Relatively inexpensive ink and works quite well with pc, chromebook(cloud print), Apple print and Windows. Beyond happy ....
If it works on a Mac then it will work on Linux, they both use CUPS
I have a brother 7860dw with almost 24,000 prints on it. I replaced the toner the other day and it prints fantastically. I never have to worry about ink getting used up or drying and print heads clogging. It can only print in shades of black/grey but the reliability is so worth it over any color ink printer. I don't know how compatible it is with linux/apple but brother is where its at as far as laser printers.
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I wish printers would go the way of calculators as far as costs go.
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Don't get a Canon, they drink ink like Dean Martin drank martinis.
Originally Posted By: Rhymingmechanic
I don't know about it's Linux compatibility, but I would recommend the HP LaserJet P1102w. I got a refurbished one from Staples for about $80 on sale. That was a year ago. We went through the starter toner but are still working on the first replacement. I have been using the same model printer at work for six years now.
I have this printer, HP has excellent Linux support.
I don't know about it's Linux compatibility, but I would recommend the HP LaserJet P1102w. I got a refurbished one from Staples for about $80 on sale. That was a year ago. We went through the starter toner but are still working on the first replacement. I have been using the same model printer at work for six years now.
I have this printer, HP has excellent Linux support.
Purchased the Brother HL-L2360W from Staples for <$100. Connected it to my Mac, PC, iPhone, wife's iPhone, daughters iPhone, wife iPad. All went smoothly. Just have to try with Linux. Haven't had the chance to play with that. Might be back asking for advice if I cant do it. Thanks to all who played. -Ted
Originally Posted By: tgrudzin
Purchased the Brother HL-L2360W from Staples for div>
That's one of their slightly sub-par models. Still decent but the printer output is not quite as good as other models.
also could have gotten an all-in-one with scanner/copier function for about 100$ on sale or 129$ currently.
Purchased the Brother HL-L2360W from Staples for div>
That's one of their slightly sub-par models. Still decent but the printer output is not quite as good as other models.
also could have gotten an all-in-one with scanner/copier function for about 100$ on sale or 129$ currently.
Originally Posted By: LoneRanger
Don't get a Canon, they drink ink like Dean Martin drank martinis.
does it empty the cartridges? or leave them 1/2 full when it quites working like the HP junk?
Don't get a Canon, they drink ink like Dean Martin drank martinis.
does it empty the cartridges? or leave them 1/2 full when it quites working like the HP junk?
Brother black and white laser, they are reliable and affordable.
I have good luck with my Samsung CLP-315W color laser. I use it with Windows and Linux.
I think there are newer versions now. I've had mine for years.
I think there are newer versions now. I've had mine for years.
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