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need new scanner

15 years ago

I cannot get my scanner that I have had for 7 years to work. I need a new easy one. This is just for my home. I like the copy feature and I scan the odd article from papers or photos occasionally.

Can anyone recommend a model without too many bells and whistles.

Thanks

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gillian_41
15 years ago
I have a "Canon LiDE 80" for quite a few years not used very often but is easy to use.
owbist
15 years ago
I like Canon. I have an HP flat bed but it has a mind of it's own and I cannot do exactly what I want to do, it was free so how can I complain? The other owner did not like it either LOL. I also have a Lexmark all in one, what useless pile of junk that is.

Today the all-in-one printer/scanner seems to be the way to go but I prefer the flatbed scanner.
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ravencajun Zone 8b TX
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stargazzer
15 years ago
I have a flatbed Epson, have had it for years without any problem, except learning to update it when I went from 98, to ME and then XP. That tells you how long I have had it. LOL
Lyban zone 4
Original Author
15 years ago
Thanks everyone for all the suggestions. I will be out looking.
DA_Mccoy
15 years ago
You didn't report what O/S you are using and at seven years it could be one of several. Be sure to read the system requirements on any item you are considering.

I use to personally promote for various reasons individual peripherals rather than all-in-ones. However, now that the prices for AIOs are much more reasonable I only suggest them. Having two peripherals capable of printing is a great convenience too. I have my printer configured to Fast Draft Greyscale for all my general printing and my AIO configured for quality printing. The tandem saves ink and to switch between the two is quite easy.

As a reminder, before you buy be aware of the cost for replacement ink cartridges. I have heard and read too many disappointments from users on that issue.

DA
owbist
15 years ago
DA - or anyone else in America looking for ink. You have a national pharmacy chain who offer refills at most of their locations at seemingly reasonable prices. I cannot remember the name, sorry. Perhaps this might jog a memory
don_1_2006
15 years ago
Walgreens
DA_Mccoy
15 years ago
Thank you. Yes I personally was aware of Walgreens. Reputedly they do not service all makes, all models or at all stores.

I have never checked it for myself, but if a user was interested they should do their research to develop an informed decision.

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