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rustysurfer79 said:I haven't personally messed around with those Milton Friedmans.
You really have to watch your step with those machines—it’s incredibly easy to pick up a unit where every single critical component is already worn down, simply because they were such popular choices for toner refilling operations. Besides, it uses a carousel system, which—let's be honest—is pretty outdated tech.
Bottom line? Their color output just can't compete with actual color lasers.
The only thing they're good for is B&W.
So, what's the actual difference between
the Lexmark C530dn and the C532dn?
Is the Lexmark C762 better than those two? I've got a solid offer on my desk, and I've decided to pass on both the Milton Friedman and the HP models.
I'm getting great deals on toner, and even the Canon EOS color laser is looking cheap.
rustysurfer79 said:If the hardware is actually in good shape, I’d grab the Lexmark C532 in a heartbeat. Sure, a single replacement toner might cost you $153 plus tax—which feels steep—but when you compare it to buying a brand-new HP or whatever else is out there, the math changes. You're getting 160g of toner versus the measly 35–55g you get with the new stuff.
Then there's the Lexmark C920
Maybe someone else finds that useful.
The HP LaserJet 1320 isn't even a color printer. Let's not compare apples to oranges here.
My bad, you're right.
The HP LaserJet 1320n isn't a color unit...
Lexmark is definitely more budget-friendly than the rest, but what are your thoughts on those Minolta machines I mentioned?
I need some serious advice here—I’m looking to pick up a color laser printer, but let's be real, I don't have the budget for something brand new. I'm hunting for a solid used machine, ideally one capable of handling decent resolution for images. My old Konica Xerox was absolutely fantastic—it practically printed like a dedicated photo printer—but it finally kicked the bucket. It prints the first page just fine, then jams on the second and dies. I can't figure out what's wrong; even the repair shop is stumped. They're guessing it's a motor issue related to the paper feed, but honestly, I'm just frustrated because that machine was perfect.
I've put together a short list of options I'm looking at, so tell me which way to go. If you know of anything better, please speak up—my total budget is around $220.
-Lexmark
-Xerox, an older model and a step down from my previous one, though it hasn't seen much use
-Xerox, but it needs a new black toner cartridge
-Lexmark, a newer model, but it'll cost me more
-Lexmark, I'd grab this one in a heartbeat, but it's pricey and massive since it handles A3
-HP, a bit higher price point, but comes with free toner
So, what's the move?
I haven't really looked into Samsung or Apple or any other brands yet.
If there's anyone here who actually knows their stuff, please give me some guidance. I want to maximize my savings on toner without sacrificing print quality.
Most of my work consists of colored text with the occasional image thrown in.
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Rebecca Newman2 said:Look, this is just how business works—you pay upfront, and once the funds clear, the seller ships the goods. It’s inherently risky; there's no way to be 100% certain you aren't getting scammed. Your best bet is to check the Feedback/Complaints thread to see if that seller's username shows up—either with good reviews or bad ones. You could try asking for COD, where you pay when the mail carrier arrives, but that usually costs more. I don't know exactly how much of a markup they'll add. Even then, you aren't totally safe because you can't verify the contents until after you've paid. At the end of the day, you're playing a game of trust. 😉
Thanks, Rebecca Newman2. I realize everything involves some level of risk, but I'm banking on the idea that sellers actually care about keeping their customers happy. From what I've seen, though, anything can happen.
restlesstiger47 As specified by Elizabeth Brown90:
It all comes down to the seller—at the end of the day, there’s no way for us to know if they’re actually going to rip you off.🤷
It confuses me too—it’s a valid concern. What happens if I actually send the money over and then they just ghost me without shipping the goods? If that were to happen, he’d be forced to take much more serious legal action to make things right.
He claims everyone operates this way—payment upfront, then the goods arrive—but I’m certainly not looking to get scammed. He suggested sending it via USPS with cash on delivery, but that's a bit too pricey for me since I'd be stuck footing the extra shipping costs.
If anyone actually knows what they're talking about—please, reach out. I'm looking for some real insight here. Cheers.
Hey everyone,
I’m not entirely sure if I’ve landed in the right corner of this forum, but I’m hoping you all can point me in the right direction. I’m looking for some advice regarding buying things through an online marketplace—something I’ve honestly never done before, especially when dealing with individuals selling used gear or even new items.
I spotted an ad for something I really want, and I’m basically on the verge of closing the deal with the seller. There’s just one catch: he wants me to wire the money directly to his bank account first. His logic? Once he sees the funds have cleared, he’ll ship the item out. He’s insisting this is the cheapest and most efficient way to handle everything—prepaying for both the item and the shipping via a bank transfer.
So, here’s my question for the group: what should I do? Is this actually how people conduct business online, or am I being played??
I’ve just never encountered a situation like this.
Usually, when I buy something new, I deal with established companies that ship straight to my door, and I pay upon delivery—including the shipping costs, of course.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.🙏