msp@ditka.chicago.com (Mark Papamarcos) (03/24/91)
I am looking for a postscript laser printer to use with my Sun-3/160 in my
home office.
It will be connected to a serial port at 9600 (or 19200 if it'll work) baud.
My software applications will include BBN/Slate for general text/spreadsheet/
graphics, schematic printouts (typically 30-50KB files of vectors and
characters), and moderate quantities of source-code printouts. Ideally it
will also print faxes when I get a faxmodem - possibly in Laserjet mode for
those printers that support this.
I am seeking information on:
performance
compatibility
reliability
operating cost
_cheap_ dealers (see best prices below)
do you have one that you're willing to part with, or a _slightly_ used
higher-end model?
My main constraint is price: I want to stay under $2,000 (preferably, _well_
under $2,000). This has narrowed my options to the following:
Apple LaserWriter NT (lowest price=$2279, maybe used?)
Epson EPL-7500 ($1999)
Fujitsu RX7100PS (list=$3190, haven't found retail but should be in range)
NEC Silent Writer 90 ($1500! - a leading contender)
Panasonic KX-P4455 ($1999)
I have a "Buyer's guide to laser printers" which also lists the Dass
MegaWriter PS and some models by Lasersmith. I am not familiar with these
companies, have not found retail distribution (at least, not in Computer
Shopper), and am somewhat skeptical of something only listed in a table.
In particular, I called Dass in Aptos, CA, and got what sounded like an
answering machine for a _very_ small company. Both companies appear to
offer interesting products at a very attractive price.
Please respond by email, and I will summarize if it is warranted, or call
if you would like to discuss selling.
Mark Papamarcos
msp@ditka.chicago.com (San Jose, CA)
(408)223-1308