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== Background ==
== Background ==


Pumping Station: One has quite dilapidated laser printers which are temperamental and nearing the end of their useful life cycle. It has been noted that the price of laser printers, even multi-function all-in-ones has dropped dramatically in recent years.
I have researched several laser printers and I am proposing that we purchase a Brother® DCP-7065DN Monochrome Laser All-In-One Printer, Copier, Scanner from a reputable new dealer (Best Buy, NewEgg, Office Depot, Staples, Amazon)
   
   
I just checked on Amazon, and they have the printer available on Amazon prime for $109.74
This printer available on Amazon for $109.74


http://www.amazon.com/Brother-Printer-DCP7065DN-Monochrome-Multi-Function/dp/B004ULP9QA
http://www.amazon.com/Brother-Printer-DCP7065DN-Monochrome-Multi-Function/dp/B004ULP9QA
I am sure someone has Amazon Prime at PS1. I have it if no one else does. That would eliminate shipping costs.
What about supplies I hear you say.
I have used 123refills for years. I get both laser printer refill cartridges and inkjet from them. We could purchase remanufactured cartridges from them ($25), refill kits ($13 + $2), and even toner drums. Refilling is a simple process. Once we have cartridge set up for refill, it can be refilled about 3-4 times before some components start to wear and we need to spend $25 again. I do not know how much printing we do, but this seems to be the most economic option that I can find. I am happy to demonstrate how to refill cartridges if no one else has experience or interest.
Here is the 123refills page for that printer:
http://123refills.net/cic/eg/tonerprinter.php?printer=Brother+DCP-7065DN
Probably we should charge one penny per page for b/w prints to offset materials and wear/tear just like we charge six cents/gram on the 3d printer.


== Language ==
== Language ==

Revision as of 18:47, 10 June 2014

History

  • 2014-05-29 - Initial draft

Background

This printer available on Amazon for $109.74

http://www.amazon.com/Brother-Printer-DCP7065DN-Monochrome-Multi-Function/dp/B004ULP9QA

Language

Authorize the board to spend as much as $150 to purchase a Brother® DCP-7065DN Monochrome Laser All-In-One Printer, Copier, Scanner

  • Retail Price of the printer: $120 (including tax)
  • Shipping: Free if we use Amazon Prime or a local vendor

Expected total cost of purchase: $150 or less.