So, what's hot in the crazy world of FAX MACHINES?!

[NotoriousJTC]

Ours is near 10 years old and i think a more modern replacement is in order.



Any recommendations? Only need the basics.

 

[Analog]

get an all in 1 printer / fax / scanner. Dell had them for < 100.

 

[RossMAN]

Originally posted by: yellowfiero
get an all in 1 printer / fax / scanner. Dell had them for < 100.

Except for I wouldn't buy a Dell (rebadged Lexmark), the inkjet cartridges will kill you $$$$.

 

[Mermaidman]

I use the free eFax service for incoming faxes (save ink and paper), and have a basic fax machine for outgoing faxes. My laser MFP doesn't have a real fax function (just PC fax); that's why I need a separate fax.

My fax machine has a built-in cordless phone, so it serves as my land line phone too. Sharp UX-CC5500

 

[n7]

Dell = Lexmark = bad

RossMAN is on the money.


I would look for a laser if you can live w/o color (consumables are cheaper).

If you just want really cheap, get a Canon for cheaper inks.

 

[Klixxer]

Buy a modem and use your computer as a fax machine, with good software it's as easy as checking your mail for new messages.

 

[TitanDiddly]

56k fax modems are everywhere.

 

[squirrel dog]

OkiFax 2600~5900

 

[Pliablemoose]

Originally posted by: yellowfiero
get an all in 1 laser printer / fax / scanner from HP that self feeds.

We bought one ~2 years ago, (3330), it's massive, but I cannot imagine life without it.

 

[0roo0roo]

Originally posted by: PhasmatisNox
56k fax modems are everywhere.

isn't fax software annoying?

 

[NotoriousJTC]

To show how long it's been with my current fax machine, i didn't even know they now use ink cartridges!

I don't think a fax modem is going to work around here, we need this thing in the kitchen where it is easily accessible. I don't believe we will need color either.

 

[psiu]

I'm looking for one too. Any come with cordless phones for cheap?

 

[eakers]

we have a brother all in one (fax, printer, scanner, photocopier) and i like it a lot.

 

[yllus]

Originally posted by: eakers
we have a brother all in one (fax, printer, scanner, photocopier) and i like it a lot.

Beat me to it! Brother has a few nice laser printer/scanner/copier/fax machines in its MFC line that would do you well.

If you're looking at serious quantities of paper to be faxed, you will need to be looking at a sheet-fed machine instead of a flatbed unit, though you can get one which offers both if you see scanning in your future.

Brother MFC-4800 Laser Printer/ Copier/ Scanner/ Fax = $199.99 USD

If something that can handle more quantity is better, try:

Brother MFC-9700 Laser Printer/ Copier/ Scanner/ Fax = $349.99 USD

Extended warranties...I'd turn 'em down, lasers tend to be fairly bulletproof.