[PLUG] Printer for Linux

wes plug at the-wes.com
Sun Feb 7 03:16:52 UTC 2021


I really like this one:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/264995330214

it's a laserjet, but shaped like an inkjet!

-wes

On Sat, Feb 6, 2021 at 3:49 PM Denis Heidtmann <denis.heidtmann at gmail.com>
wrote:

> My HP 4630 all-in-one ink-jet printer appears to have died. See details
> below.  Looking for a replacement.
>
> The last time I took count, we  printed less than 10 pages/ week, majority
> color.  We want the scanner, but do not use the fax. My conclusion is that
> inkjet is the proper choice.  I know that there are lots of reasons to use
> laser technology, but for my low use rate I do not think a case can be
> made, but feel free to argue otherwise. Suggestions desired.
> Thanks,
> -Denis
>
> The failure: It does not power on.  There is a power module in the
> printer.  It is accessible.  I took it out, plugged it in, measured the
> voltage, unloaded, at the three pins. 3 is 32/12V, 2 is ground, 1 is marked
> with a crescent moon. Voltage of pin 3 to 2 is 32V w/ moon open; 12V w/
> moon grounded.  This is what my web searches tell me they should be.  Now
> it is possible that the module is bad in spite of these measurements, but I
> would guess unlikely. If the module is in fact good, I suspect further
> attempts at repair would be beyond me, and too costly commercially.  Again,
> I will listen to counter arguments.
>
> Finally, what to do with the carcass? Does PCC have classes in repair
> techniques? And  if anyone here wants slighly used ink cartridges #61 let
> me know.
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