Laser Fax Machines
February 1, 2008
- Resolution is not an issue for faxing, but if you want to print or copy you want to be sure that your machine can do so at a minimum resolution of 600dpi.
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The current standard for faxing is 33,600bps (33.6kbps). We strongly recommend that you get a model with that speed.
- Color faxing exists, but you need another color fax on the other end — an unlikely situation.
- Scanning to email or to PDF files are important features. In many offices, they are replacing traditional faxing.
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Toner cost for almost all the models in this guide is high. If you need to do more than a little printing, buy a dedicated laser printer — most have lower costs per page.
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List prices are what the dealer starts negotiating with. In the fax market, you might be able to settle for one-half the list price.
- PostScript is a nice plus, but most users don’t need it on these devices.
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Fax machines/multifunctionals with printing and copying speeds under 14ppm are not very useful for anything but faxing.
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Memory is an important factor. It can make a big difference if you run out of paper or have a paper jam, especially overnight or over the weekend.
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While all fax machines can do a little copying, most are not suited for more than a few pages at a time
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While all fax machines can do a little copying, most are not suited for more than a few pages at a time.
- A second incoming line is useful only for high-volume offices with lots of fax traffic.
- Internet faxing and PC faxing are nice features, but many offices do not have any real use for them.
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