David S. Cargo wrote: > First things first. > > I have a HP LaserJet 5P (gotten for free), that has started getting > old and cranky (instead of just old). There a dark bands where toner > goes where it isn't supposed to and now the paper won't feed from its > paper cassette tray. Can anybody recommend a local printer repair > place that works with antiques? > > In case repair isn't possible (or economical), I'm interested in a > replacement printer, ideally one that is already network capable. > > When I look at printers for which there are CUPS drivers listed, I > don't see any of the latest printers from HP, Lexmark, or Samsung. > The Samsung ML-2851ND looks nice in terms of cost per page. It's > not clear to me if Linux can print to the Samsung, the Lexmark > E120n or E260dn, or some of the later HPs. > > Can somebody recommend where I might find that information? > > Thanks. (I'm looking a buying a printer for OfficeMax or BestBuy. > If there's another good local source, I'd be interested in hearing > abut that too.) > > escargo > Linux can print to all HP printers, and probably most of the others. Hp has a cool program called HPLIP, and it is usually included with most distros. I use it at work, and it's awesome. Good Luck Bob -- We are building a fighting force of extraordinary magnitude. We forge our tradition in the spirit of our ancestors. You have our gratitude. Those who oppose us will be sent to Detroit.