Hewlett Packard LaserJet 2600n Printer

**UPDATE** We had our first issue with this printer. It was placing a mottled gray image behind all our print jobs. HP worked with us on the phone for about 45 mintues and then said it needed to be returned. Now - HP was great as far as service. BUT, I learned during the course of this call that I cannot change the fuser unit - this can only be done by a technician trained for such. Our HP 4550 allows us to easily change the fuser, transfer and drum kits ourselves. The 2600n just lets you change the color cartridges - all the rest requires a technician. AND 65# cover - by the specs given in the printer info - is the MAX weight you can use. We still like the machine - especially for the price - but wanted you to know what we discovered.

GREAT little laser at a very affordable price. ONLY CON we have found is that it doesn't like 80# cover stock. When using 80# cover stock, it would paper jam or, if it would print (we were printing postcards 2 up on a sheet) one would be off register by about 1/8 inch or more. Noticeable to the point we purchased some 65# cover to finish the job and avoid jams. We like to use 80# to 110# cover - which is why we rated the Good or 4/5.

Is it worth the cost? You bet. In terms of a color laser the consumables are in line price wise -- it runs quite efficiently -- and the colors are nice. If you are a small business that prints a lot of documents -- this is well worth the price. Buy your consumables on ebay - they run about 3/4 the price.