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Comment on MFC7860DW brother wireless printer with monochrome scanner, copier and fax by busman

busman — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:20:30 +0000

38 of 40 people found the following review helpful:

Excellent, April 19, 2011

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This review is from: Brother Printer MFC7860DW Wireless Monochrome Printer with Scanner, Copier & Fax (Office Product)

Having never written a review for Amazon, I feel compelled to pen one.

I just installed my Brother MFC-7860DW printer this morning and couldn't be happier. I'm replacing a Dell 1600N Multi Function Printer. While I generally liked the Dell printer over the years, it didn't play well with Mac.

To give you an idea how this was set up, let me describe it briefly. The Brother was installed in my home network via an Ethernet cable to my Apple Time Machine. My iMac is hard wired to the Time Machine and I also have a MacBook that lives a wireless life. The installation instructions that came with the printer were quite clear and I followed directions for a "Wired Network for Macintosh". The installation and setup to my iMac took less than 2 minutes and worked right away. I then installed the software in my MacBook and also selected Wired Network. It also went quickly and worked right away. I use Ooma VOIP for phone service and the registration FAX was sent successfully however I have not yet received a FAX. I should mention that I'm just a regular guy and not a computer guru in any way shape or form. I just read the manual and followed directions.

I should mention that I've only had this printer powered up for a couple hours and my first impressions are very positive. I've printed one sided and duplex jobs with zero complaints. I've scanned to my iMac, perfect. I made a single test copy and it was about 90% on the quality scale (I haven't messed with any sort of copy settings yet). I printed one envelope. It came out slightly wrinkled but not enough to not use it.

A few words about printer noise. I don't think it is objectionable at all. My old Dell printer would run/hum for 30 minutes after a print job and was quite annoying. This printer powers up with an incoming job, prints it with minimal noise and then puts itself to sleep. Yes, you can hear it run but I don't find it overly loud and certainly quieter than my old printer.

Time will tell but so far, I'm very happy with my purchase.

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Comment on MFC7860DW brother wireless printer with monochrome scanner, copier and fax by Litmus

Litmus — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:20:37 +0000

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Attractive & Fast.. That's about it., June 1, 2011

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This review is from: Brother Printer MFC7860DW Wireless Monochrome Printer with Scanner, Copier & Fax (Office Product)

I purchased this from OfficeMax not on Amazon.com. In doing so, I spent months doing research trying to replace a really old Brother MFC-420CN which I loved. I wanted a Brother machine as they are durable, reliable and don't wear as much as other machines (Always owned a Brother fax) - Having said that, this machine was a dream come true, it's inexpensive, small footprint and decent workhorse. Unfortunately the CONS outweigh the PROS.

PROS:
Fast printing
Attractive design
Small footprint for duplexer
Fast faxing

CONS:
Very noisy while printing
Flimsy ADF feels as though it will come off
Duplexer sounds like it's in pain (noisy and very slow)
Starter toner cartridge gives you 200 pages @ 5% coverage

Here is a quirk:
If you have this in WIRELESS mode, that is the unit is NOT connected to the router via Ethernet cable, the machine *always* runs, even in sleep mode. The fan will stay on and its noisy. The lights (deep blue) will always be on.

If you have this in WIRED mode, that is the unit IS connected to the router or USB, the machine will enter "Deep Sleep" and looks like its actually off. No noise, nothing. (Lights are off)

This quirk is hard to find in the manual but there it is. Consider the noise level which I ignored when buying this and now regret.

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Comment on MFC7860DW brother wireless printer with monochrome scanner, copier and fax by Bill

Bill — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:40:47 +0000

154 of 157 people found the following review helpful:

Great cross-platform multi-function, April 9, 2011

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This review is from: Brother Printer MFC7860DW Wireless Monochrome Printer with Scanner, Copier & Fax (Office Product)

I have a network with both Windows (XP and 7) and Mac (10.5.8) machines on it, and was in need of a new printer. I was looking to replace a trusty IBM InfoPrint 12 which had been in use on the network (via a router with print server) for over 10 years (and only two toner cartridges). I even debated about fixing the InfoPrint, but I was not sure what it would take, and I needed a solution now. At first I was only thinking about a stand-alone laser printer, both in terms of cost and function, but then decided to look into multi-function machines as I also have an ink jet multi-function (usable only by my work machine) that I did not mind removing.

These are the criteria that I had in mind while selecting a product:
* laser print: for crispness and consumables (my ink jet seemed to drink ink, or it dried up)
* duplex: one of the items I did not like about the InfoPrint 12 is the lack of duplex
* compatibility across several OS platforms
* ability to scan via the LAN and not requiring direct USB

I was not concerned about the size of the unit, as it was going to have its own table (though it is quite compact). I was also not concerned about the fax functionality of the machine. While it is nice to have if needed, I had only used my old multi-function to fax once.

Taking these into account, I could not find anything that met them as well as the Brother MFC-7860DW. There are some higher caliber machines, but these were designed for more active use and their price reflected that. Some may think the MFC-7860DW is pricey, but there are others which are much more so. Since the MFC-7860DW are very new, I had some questions and wanted to see one in action, but I was not able to find any in stores. My main question was the software compatibility across OS platforms. A sister product from Brother (the HL-2270DW) had excellent reviews in terms of platform support, but I've been burned before on assumption, so I e-mailed Brother's pre-sales support. They confirmed that full functionality was supported for both Mac and Windows. It was time to purchase! I checked a few prices on-line and chose Amazon. Sure they were a few dollars more than the lowest but I like their delivery speed, customer support, and return policy (if needed). I also did not want to create (yet) another account for a single purchase.

The package arrived with some dents and tears in it (thanks UPS) but the printer was within a styrofoam shell and was unharmed. Unpack was a breeze, and the first function to test was copying -- looked great! Next I hooked it to an open port on my router and started software install. My Windows XP machine had some trouble with the PaperPort software. I did not have need to scan from that machine, so I just installed the printer driver and moved on. Full install on the Windows 7 machine went well. The full install on my Mac was even easier. The newness of the product insured I had the most recent versions of the software too.

Now that I have it installed, functional, and run bunch of paper through it I am glad I chose this one. Not only did it meet my main criteria as previously listed, I've come to appreciate these items too:
* a 250 page paper drawer (I do not like how other printers leave the paper exposed to collect dust)
* toner saver mode
* wired, or wireless, network capability (I chose wired due to the next item)
* super sleep mode (only available if on wired network)
* the separate toner and drum design (I think that it is good as they have different service lengths)

So, no negatives you think? If I had to choose one it would be the noise level. It is noisier than the InfoPrint 12 was, but I can live with it given the other benefits of the machine.

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Comment on Brother TN-350 Brother Compatible TN350 Laser Toner Cartridge, 2,500 Pages – Black by tereza dvorak

tereza dvorak — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 23:37:47 +0000

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

Toner for reasonable price, July 19, 2010

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This review is from: Brother TN-350 Brother Compatible TN350 Laser Toner Cartridge, 2,500 Pages - Black (Electronics)

I hapy with toner, it is good quality for reasonable price. I am using it for few weeks now and it seems that will last same time as brand one. Shipping was very quick.

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Comment on Brother TN-350 Brother Compatible TN350 Laser Toner Cartridge, 2,500 Pages – Black by doIHaveOne

doIHaveOne — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 23:17:38 +0000

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

Acceptable Product, September 23, 2010

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This review is from: Brother TN-350 Brother Compatible TN350 Laser Toner Cartridge, 2,500 Pages - Black (Electronics)

The cartridge came nicely and securely packed. I liked that. It is producing sharp prints, that is great as well. I bought 3 item pack, and currently using the first one. But I am not yet at a position to say anything about how many pages it can print per cartridge. At this point, my only complaint is that the product did not say TN-350 or compatible. It had a different number, which worried me. It was a bit difficult snapping it in place in the printer cartridge attachment. At first it appeared to be not fitting. So, I had to apply a gentle force. I don't think its a good experience. I had used another TN 350 compatible toner, had no issues there similar to this. But I believe overall its a good product at a reasonable price and service. I would recommend it.

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Comment on Brother TN-350 Brother Compatible TN350 Laser Toner Cartridge, 2,500 Pages – Black by Charles Barnett

Charles Barnett — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 22:59:33 +0000

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

Good Toner at a Good Price., June 7, 2010

Charles Barnett (Lawrenceburg, KY) -

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This review is from: Brother TN-350 Brother Compatible TN350 Laser Toner Cartridge, 2,500 Pages - Black (Electronics)

Even though this cartridge is a compatible and not a brand name Brother toner cartridge, it has performed as well as the brand name cartridge since I received it. The sellers shipping was reasonably fast and I am satisfied with the purchase overall. I would be happy to buy another one of these toners in the future and the best part is that it costs about $40 less than what you would give for the name brand cartridge.

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Comment on (5 pcs) Compatible HP Q2612A HP 12A toner, 2000 pages, black by Anonymous

Anonymous — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:59:33 +0000

Five Pack HP Compatible Q2612A HP 12A Laser Toner Cartridge package, December 20, 2011

Bernard W. Merkle "BWMerkle" (Thousand Oaks, CA) -

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This review is from: (5 Pack) HP Compatible Q2612A HP 12A Laser Toner Cartridge, 2,000 Pages, Black (Office Product)

The five Pack HP Compatible Q2612A HP 12A Laser Toner Cartridge package was shipped in a very timely and quality manner. The price per cartridge is excellent. So far the first of five compatible cartridges has worked very well. The printing has been of very high quality. The only concern was that it makes a slight clicking noise when the printer operates. However, the first cartridge has operated successfully for more than a month without any problems.

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Comment on (5 pcs) Compatible HP Q2612A HP 12A toner, 2000 pages, black by Charlie and Roy

Charlie and Roy — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:11:47 +0000

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

Very good product, March 6, 2011

Charlie and Roy -

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This review is from: (5 Pack) HP Compatible Q2612A HP 12A Laser Toner Cartridge, 2,000 Pages, Black (Office Product)

This is the first time we've used this product and we have found it to be very good based on the cost. Charlie gets together with other people at her work and they all go in together on the order and share the cost. If you're a teacher with a small budget it's well worth trying it, we highly recommend it.

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Comment on (5 pcs) Compatible HP Q2612A HP 12A toner, 2000 pages, black by John D. Faucher

John D. Faucher — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 23:23:05 +0000

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

Solid product, December 10, 2010

John D. Faucher (Greater Los Angeles, California) -

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This review is from: (5 Pack) HP Compatible Q2612A HP 12A Laser Toner Cartridge, 2,000 Pages, Black (Office Product)

I've ordered the same five-pack about three times in the last two years. It's a great value: the single cartridge at Staples, manufactured by HP, is $78 today. HP cautions against using other manufacturers' cartridges because of print quality, and claims it's actually more costly to use the non-standard part because you'll have to throw out nonperforming cartridges.
In my experience, I've only had one of 15 cartridges print so poorly and erratically that I needed to throw it out. Print quality isn't always perfect, but it's adequate for the job (I'm an attorney, and I file many court documents printed with these cartridges).
Do the math: 14 performing cartridges for $170 or less this way; 14 cartridges from Staples for $7,000 or more. No contest.

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Comment on 3-Pack HP 35A (CB435A) Compatible Brand Toner 1500 pages for HP LaserJet P1002, P1003, P1004, P1005, P1006 and P1009 Printer by Clovis

Clovis — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:03:29 +0000

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THIRD EDITED REVIEW: PRINT QUALITY IS AWFUL AND NOT WORTH IT, February 27, 2011

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This review is from: 3-Pack HP 35A (CB435A) Compatible Brand 1,500 Page Yield Toner Cartridge For Use With The HP LaserJet P1002, P1003, P1004, P1005, P1006 and P1009 Printers (Electronics)

Friends,

I have never edited a review before - but this is my third for this review. Let me please be frank and as fair as possible.

The ink quality is atrocious. It is not acceptable for PERSONAL use and most certainly not for PROFESSIONAL use. My ink smears, leaves light gray and sometimes dark lines from the pages top to bottom, and completely smears the top-center or top-right corner. Worse, the ink is showing wear as if I just bought it; i.e., black ink appearing gray.

My original review praised this ink; my second edited review mentioned how it smears in the top-center and top-right corner (and how it is fine for personal use); and my third, and final, review is a caution to NOT buy this product.

It is neither useful nor good for personal or professional use. You have been warned.

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