[NTLUG:Discuss] success storyr

[Kevin Brannen]

Leroy Tennison wrote:

> ...
> How do I query the system to determine the chipset (before I buy it)?  
> I look at the manual (yes, I know, heresy - RTM).  Otherwise, I ask.


The manual, or do research online, particularly at the manufacturer's site.

>
> Concerning Postscript printers, I'm not aware of any Postscript-only 
> printers.  What I see is "proprietary protocol"/Postscript printers. 
> I've got an HP laserjet 1200 series which is PCL/Postscript.  I'm even 
> seeing Postscript level 2 rather than 1.


A quick search turned up an HP LJ 1320 which understands PS-2, for under 
$300.  That seems pretty reasonable for a laser printer to me.  I swear 
I'm going to get a PS printer one day.  I too am tired of the printer 
driver madness, and $300 isn't that bad.   If you're willing to do 
refurb, I see that model advertised for $260.  I'm sure there are other 
models available for similiar prices.

Kevin