Lifespan of a Printer

John_Gray

The firmware in our HP LaserJet 4M Plus is dated 1993, and the printer is in daily use... We just keep feeding it toner cartridges!

John

pemalu

thanks for your info everyone, they're really helpful in my consideration. now, does the printhead for hp laser is also on the toner? the lasers are dearer but then again, i don't like wasting my money on dried up toners. i've unistalled & reinstalled the printer's programme but the problem remains, so i suppose i need to buy a new one and am thinking of getting an all in one.

fifo_2

If you are on a tight budget, a (colour laser) may not be for you !

You'll get a B&W laser for about £ 50 and a replacement toner is about £ 45.

But if you are thinking of a colour laser to replace your colour inkjet, the machine is about £200+, but to replace the toners is £50 to £70 for each of four, so a total refill could cost hundreds ! No printhead, but you need a drum, again expensive to replace.

Overall, it is more cost effective, but if you are on that tight budget and judging by your incredibly light usage, a colour laser might not be sensible as the total upfront outlay might be too much.

If you were buying an all in one, on a budget, look for the cheapest epson or canon. You can get an Epson AIN for around £70, with four separe ink tanks which will cost you £60/£70 to refill, although you can do it waaay cheaper with compatibles (Personally not a fan of compatibles as some horrible colour variations have amazed me) but if you are a budget user might be for you.