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From: dapron@hpsmpa.HP.COM (Mike Dapron)
Newsgroups: comp.sys.mac.hardware
Subject: Re: Cheap 300dpi printer for Mac by mailorder???
Message-ID: <17540001@hpsmpa.HP.COM>
Date: 25 Sep 90 16:16:51 GMT
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Organization: Hewlett-Packard Company, CSMC (Loveland)
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I have been VERY pleased with my HP DeskWriter (OK I work for HP, but
notice I still bought a Mac).  Unfortunately, I have no real experience
with other printers.

The DeskWriter has done everything I've wanted it to do, and the price
was certainly right.  BTW, HP's employee discount isn't much better
than mailorder prices.

I keep seeing mailorder houses offering bundles with the DeskWriter and
ATM.  I haven't bought ATM yet because I'm waiting to see what
System 7.0 has to offer (...and waiting...and waiting...).

The key problem I see with the DeskWriter is its water-soluble ink; not
good for someone with drooling dogs (like me).  I would not recommend
the HP LaserJet IIP because the driver software for the Mac might not
let you take full advantage of its features (I could be wrong here, but
I had some frustrating experiences with trying to get the Mac to talk
to a DeskJet Plus using MacPrint software).

I notice that Apple has announced its new personal LaserWriter at a
more personal price.  You might want to check on price/performance
here.  It might be a good deal!?!

As unbiased an opinion as I can give.

Mike Dapron
HP Colorado Surface Mount Center