D-Link DPR-1260 RangeBooster G Multifunction Print Server Review

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(More customer reviews)Okay. It isn't perfect. Installation isn't as easy as it should be. Instructions aren't as good as they should be. Some printers work with it, and apparently some don't.
But go look at the ratings on all the other print servers. You'll see the same problems. I tried at least three others, and couldn't get any of them to work. I've been able to successfully get this print server to work with an Epson R300 (USB 1.1), a Canon MP830 all-in-one(USB 2, print only), and even a Lexmark Optra T610 laser printer(parallel, with a USB-to-parallel adapter from Belkin).
Printer manufacturers have gone nuts with bi-directional information going back and forth between the printer and the computer. The result: really pretty printer drivers that give you loads of information and options, but depend on the printer being physically connected to the computer. But when you want to easily share that printer with a bunch of other people (especially a bunch of people with laptops), it's much more difficult. Either everybody has to swap cables, or you buy a print server--and give up the pretty driver screens that pop up to tell you to buy more ink.
The D-Link DPR-1260 is the only one I could find that actually listed compatible printers on the box. They say that they tested with 100 different printers. I believe it. Their competitors don't seem to have done nearly as much testing.
If you aren't comfortable setting up a wireless router on your own, or if you needed help installing your printer the first time, don't buy this. If you can figure out what the d-link is doing by setting ports on your printers to print to an IP address, give it a try.
If the market had some better entries, I probably wouldn't rate this with 5 stars. But it appears to me to be the cream of the crop.
Update (12/2007): We've had it for about a year, and we've had trouble a number of times. It repeatedly loses settings. If I could reduce the number of stars, I'd give it two or three.


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Samsung ML-1210D3 Toner/Drum for ML-1210 and ML-1250 Printers Review

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(More customer reviews)3500 pages with this cartridge and closer to 4500 with toner save on. Although it isn't in the description, this cartiridge is the replacement for the newer Samsung model ML-1430 laser printer. And Amazon.com has the best price on the web for this product. I have tried and failed to find it for less.

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This replacement toner cartridge/drum is the ideal companion for your Samsung 1210 laser printer. It's easy to install, and the fine toner particles produce sharp prints. Expect a yield of about 2,500 pages when using your printer's normal mode, or 3,500 sheets in toner-saver mode, assuming 5 percent coverage.

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Penpower Docket Port 467 A4 portable sheetfed scanner Review

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(More customer reviews)Works well. The only down side is you have single feed each piece of paper in. Highly recommend the product for ease of use and set up

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PELICAN STEALTHLITE 2400PL PHOTOLUMINESCENT FLASHLIGHT YL (36446) Review

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(More customer reviews)Excellent compact, bright work pocket carry flashlight. 3.1 watt Xenon bulb that outputs 25 lumens (10,000 candlepower) and has expected life of 30 hours. Round head with micro-dimpled reflector to eliminate that center dark hole in light beam. Flat body holds 4 AA batteries which allows comfortable pocket carry. Estimated 5 hours continuous runtime on new alkaline batteries. This flashlight is listed as a dive light but has all the certifications of an industrial light: MSHA approved; FM (factory mutual)approved Class 1,Div2,Group ABCD,T3A; ETL (UL) listed Class 1,Div 1,Group D; Class 1,Zone 1,Group IIA,T3. ABS plastic body is non-conductive with tough polycarbonate lens and double shock mounted battery compartment provides for a rugged work light. Fluorescent yellow body with photo-luminescent lens hood makes for an easily locatable light. Highly recommend for any industrial use. I use daily at 500MW powerplant.

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DYMO LabelWriter 4XL, 4" x 6" Label Printer Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this printer hoping to use it on Ebay Paypal to print shipping labels. Well it works perfectly as a label printer on Paypal/Ebay. It has saved me a ton of time and worth the money I spent since I ship frequently.
For example in paypal if I have to ship ten orders using the multi shipping tool I print all ten labels at once. You have the option of printing a packing sheet to a regular printer that tells you what is to be packed in each order for the labels just printed. You need to know the weight for each shipment before printing the labels though.
Its appears that the Dymo printer is compatible with Zebra printers. Use the multi shipping tool in Paypal and set your printer to a Zebra 4X6 printer. If you are not using multi shipment in Paypal be sure to set your printer type to thermal and pick one of the Zebra 4X6 printers.
Other reviewers said the printer jams frequently. I have no such problem. What I think may have happened to that reviewer was they did not discard the first labels. Before you install a new roll for the first time you have to remove a small piece of tape from the roll. Unfortunately that tape leaves a sticky residue on one of the exposed labels. If you use that label it will put that same sticky residue in the printer causing labels to stick and jam. Dont take the chance and just get rid of the first 2 or three labels on the roll.
One reviewer said the labels fade with time. Well its a "thermal" printer and almost every device that prints on thermal paper the "ink" fades. Its actually heat the "colors" the paper and that type of paper fades over time. That is a fact of thermal technology not a problem with the printer.
Extra credit: Take those labels you discard from the new roll and put them in direct sunlight for a few days.

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Franklin French-English Dictionary Bookman Card BFQ-3033 Review

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(More customer reviews)I plugged this module into my Franklin Spanish dictionary and now have 2 dictionaries. The Professeur d'anglais is based on the Larousee French dictionary and is surprisingly complete, which makes it a very useful tool.

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DB Link 40 Amplifier ATC Fuses (25 Pack) Review

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(More customer reviews)I didn't read closely enough that these were all 40 amp fuses (not "amplifier" as the title says). Because of the image, I thought they were an assortment of amperages. They don't look like that, they are all one color, all 40 amps. Ah well, it was a filler item to get free shipping, so no big loss.

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Avery File Folder Labels for Laser and Ink Jet Printers with TrueBlock Technology, 3.4375 x .66 inches, White, Box of 1500 (5366) Review

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(More customer reviews)There are three major brands of file folder labels:
1. Avery® White File Folder Labels for Laser and Inkjet Printers with TrueBlock Technology, 2/3 inch x 3-7/16 inch, Box of 1500 (5366)
2. 3M Permanent Adhesive File Folder Labels, 0.6 x 3.4 Inches White, Laser/Inkjet, 750 labels per pack (3300-H)
3. Post-it (R) Super Sticky Removable File Folder Labels, 0.6 x 3.4 Inches , White, 750 labels (2100-H)
1. They all stick well to manila folders.
2. You can download templates from Microsoft or 3M web sites and then print different labels on each sheet. To print the same text on each label you can use the Avery 5366 template in Microsoft Word label template for all of them.
3. Although they are marketed are as file folders, they can be used for a variety of purposes. I use them as address labels, jar labels, drawer labels etc.
4. None of them jammed in my 3 different Dell laser printers or Brother or Samsung laser printers.
The only differentiating quality between these three label brands is really the brightness. 3M labels are the brightest white, followed by Avery and then Post-It.
For me the bottom-line really comes down to price. As of February 6, 2010 per label cost is 1.99 cent for Post-It, 1.83 cents for Avery, and 1.73 cents for 3M. Being brightest and least expensive, 3M Permanent Adhesive File Folder Labels, 0.6 x 3.4 Inches White, Laser/Inkjet, 750 labels per pack (3300-H) are clearly the best buy.
UPDATE JUNE 2010:Now only the Avery labels are eligible for Amazon Prime. For others 3M & Post-It you have to pay the shipping. This changes the price equation completely. At the time of this update in mid June, Avery labels are the least expensive at 1.03 cents a label. 3M are 1.73 cents and Post-It are most expensive at 2.09 cents a label.

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Sanyo Cspacer Eneloop C Spacer Ready To Use Rechargeable Battery Review

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(More customer reviews)Well the description is wrong says 2 AA and 2 C Spacers. Its actually 4 C spacers. The spacers for the C are not as good as the D spacers. The AA battery can move up and down in the spacer unlike the D spacer where you put it in and thats it. I'll leave another review when I use them in something that has C batteries and tell everyone how well they work even with the design flaw. Wouldn't purchase again because now I have 8 C spacers and I don't think I even have that many items that use C batteries but not too bad of a price or shipping time to get 4 C spacers.

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C543DN Color Laser Printer Review

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(More customer reviews)A paper sensor issue with my ancient HP LJ4L gave me an excuse to look for a new printer. It is used intermittanly so I wanted a laser, it is normally in my basement so I wanted networking and duplex, and color would be a plus if not too expensive. After looking at all the possiblities, my head was spinning and I was ready to settle for a mono-laser with network and duplex.
But then I stumbled on the new Lexmark C543dn color laser on sale that had everything I wanted, a high resolution color laser with networking and duplex. The only review I could find of the C543dn was from [..] which thought the colors were too vivid. PC Magazine gave the similar faster C544dn an Editors Choice and only criticised text smaller than 4 or 5 points. It may not be small, but it is not as tall as some color lasers and I was able to carry and place it myself without any help.
Open Office Writer doesn't even list fonts smaller than 6 points and Word 2007 does not list fonts smaller than 8 points (unless you shrink fonts). French Script may start to lose detail at 4 points, but Arial is fully formed at 3 points and Times New Roman is easy to read (with a magnifiying glass) at 3 points, with only a slight defect in small "e". As far as I can tell, text at any normal size is sharp and well formed.
When I first started printing images, colors did seem too vivid. But the default if you select "Image" from print properties is "sRGB Vivid". If you select "Text" it also uses sRGB Vivid, to make sure that you get solid text. The default "Text/Graphics" uses sRGB Display to approximate your computer display. Those and other color settings can be adjusted from the printer's web interface (or print properties menu while printing).
I still found red and blue a little heavy for my taste (orange too red and green too blue), or maybe just not enough yellow. So I settled on these printer color changes for now:
RGB Brightness = 1 (default 0)
Cyan = -1 (default 0)
Magenta = -2 (default 0)
That works for me using default "Text/Graphics" to print natural looking photos or pdf's. I do select Text if just printing text. The Image setting may be better for colorful brochures or if you expect colors to fade.
The only other criticism from [..] was cost of supplies. But Lexmark implemented a rewards program that gives you any 10th black or color free, and free imager when you need it. So that brings the cost in line typical for this printer class at 3 cents/page for black and 15 cents for color.
The C543dn is rated for 35,000 prints per month, but high yield color cartridges are good for 2000 pages and black for 2500 pages and imagers are rated for 30,000 pages. So high high volume corporate users would need something bigger with larger toner capacity.
But for a casual user, with a few adjustments, I am very pleased with the Lexmark C543dn and cannot imagine what could be better for my needs (other than wireless, which is an option).
Notes: Even if you are one of the rare people who reads and follows instructions, the printer will say check for packing materials when you first power it up. The similar C540 comes with 1000 page starter toner, the C544 is faster and has a USB port to print pictures from memory stick or camera without a computer.

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Sony ICDU60 - 512MB Digital Voice Recorder w/ MP3 & Storage Device. Review

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(More customer reviews)The recordered has some nice features, like being able to select "folders" that you want to record the sessions into. However, the sound is recordered in a proprietary sony format. You need to download software to make Media Player play it. What makes things really annoying is there is no clean method by which you can save it into a "normal" format for sharing with other people. Why on earth didn't Sony use WAV or MP3 format is beyond my comprehension.
Recording quality is decent when you are within 6 feet of a person and have the recorder in plain view. However, if you are further away and want to keep the discrete (like in your pocket) the sound quality is terrible.

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Spongebob Digital Player 1GB Review

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(More customer reviews)really hard to select songs. Not intuitive at all. Pretty good sound. easy PC interface. I got mine at target for $8.

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DB Research LLB CLY2FZ 2 Female and 1 Male Double Shielded Competition Series RCA Y Adaptor Review

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(More customer reviews)Isn't that all you need to know? It's cheap and it works. I use it to split my single subwoofer output into my dual input into my sub. It works!

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Almawrid BAS-1875 English-Arabic Electronic Hand Held Dictionary Translator Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this device before I joined my schoolarship in the uinted States. it is perfect,for Arabic speakers who seek help in english terminology of their feild of study. It is not designed for English speakers wishing to learn Arabic. It has many advantages and features. My daughters use the game sections which is highly enriching in English vocabulary for a 5 year old. the voice feature was quite helpful in learning the proper pronuncitation of the words. If I couldn't find a word in the Mawrid I would easily switch to Merriam Webster with a press of a button. Very easy to use and has more in it that I haven't yet explored. It is also benefecial for Arab tourists visiting an English speaking country or France. I'm totally satisfied with it and would have even given it a 6 star!

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Samsung H204 Full HD Camcorder with 16GB Internal Memory & 20x Optical Zoom (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)For starters, if you have a Mac, the software program included with the camera did not work on my 6 month old Mac. iMovie should upload it though. Here are some of my observations:
Likes:
Picture quality with HD setting, and fine setting (there is also a better super fine setting), was stunning on my 55' Samsung HD TV
Touch screen capability
Internal memory, with a slot for a memory card too
Convenient small size, and comfortable to use
Ability to connect easily to HD TV for viewing, or to a stand alone DVD recorder for recording onto a DVD
Quick and easy uploading of video from the camcorder to your computer
Choices of different quality HD settings and if you wish, an SD setting
Dislikes:
You have to manually open and close the lens cover
For some reason, when I set the date and time it gets messed up (I don't know why, and I'm doing it correctly. I just hope it doesn't continue to be a problem, as I like to have the date on a recording)
Manual is on a CD to upload on your computer (there is a quick guide booklet). Give me a manual in a book anytime.
Problems with the sound recording - must have an automatic level record function for audio, and it 'spikes' at times making for a very unpleasant listening experience.

Just realize that the higher quality HD recording will use a lot of memory, so although 16 GB is quite a bit of memory, somewhere down the line, you may want to purchase a memory card, especially if you record in the better HD setting. Also, if you have a DVD recorder (stand alone), it will not record in HD. You will get a nice picture, but not full HD quality. The picture will still be far superior to a standard definition camcorder. I don't think your computer DVD recording will do the HD either. So, your best picture will be from viewing from the camcorder to your TV, or uploading on your computer and watching on your computer monitor. Anything I record onto a DVD, I plan on saving on my computer if I want to watch it in full HD.
I did a lot of research online before choosing this HD camcorder. It's nearly impossible to find an HD camcorder that is perfect, and is reasonably priced (I really didn't want to spend $800-$1500). Every possible choice seemed to have some drawbacks, or bad reviews. That being said, while not perfect, this Samsung HD camcorder offers quite a bit of value for it's price tag.
UPDATE - Well, in spite of the superior HD video quality on this camcorder, I decided to send it back. The audio problem just wasn't acceptable, especially because I video events, like my daughter's school concerts, my own band's performances, etc., in which audio is important too. I've decided to go with a Sony, because I've owned Sony camcorders in the past and the audio was always very good.

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Samsung HMX-H104 HD SSD Flash Memory Camcorder with 16 GB Memory and 10x Optical Zoom Review

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(More customer reviews)I now consider myself a collector of camcorders. Still, I demand excellent quality with point and shoot simplicity. My camcorder of choice up until now has been the Samsung SC HMX-20C for its brilliant video quality and amazing still photos, and the ability to take great photos while filming. I saw the HMX-H104 and thought it looks very similar. How is it different?
FIRST IMPRESSIONS
Out of the box, the HMX-H104 is sleek and stylish with the trademark bullet shape of the Samsung camcorders. It's smaller and weighs less than its cousin, the SC HMX-20C. The first thing I notice is the case, which has a rubbery grip. I like the feel, I can get a good grip and it feels sturdy in my hands. The little door on the rear leading to all the ports feels like flimsy plastic, but even that is attractive to the eye.
The lens cover closes automatically. I touch it and it feels paper thin, opens easily when I push it. It will keep the dust out. I wonder if it will take a knocking, but I hesitate to challenge it. The SC HMX-20C's lens is also automatic and opens when I push it, but it feels a little sturdier. At least I won't have to remember to put the lens cap back on.
The record button is awkwardly placed. This is true of all the bullet-shaped Samsungs that I own (I have three). It is to the far right of the rear of the camcorder. That makes it difficult to grip the camcorder with the thumb while activating the record button. I'd prefer it more to the left, or better yet on the top of the camcorder. The swivel grip does help with the handling, but it is nowhere as comfortable to hold as a Sanyo Xacti, for instance.
Both camcorders have flash memory onboard or I can choose to use a memory card (both are compatible with SDHC and SC HMX-20C can use MMCPlus). HMX-H104 has double the capacity of its cousin: 16 GB versus 8 GB.
Both camcorders lack a full manual. It is included on a disc, which means I will never read it.
VIDEO
Flip the screen open on the HMX-H104 and it's on, unlike the SC HMX-20C where I need to press the power button. HMX-H104 responds lightening fast. Turning on from sleep mode is even faster.
Both camcorders sport anti-shake technology; but that technology still needs further development, since I have yet to find a camcorder where the image doesn't shake when handheld, especially when the image is zoomed. Tip: use a tripod when possible.
Video quality of both camcorders in broad daylight is comparable. They are both excellent. In lowlight conditions, I prefer the SC HMX-20C (less video noise), but the HMX-H104 is not far behind.
HMX-H104 has wide screen format, great for viewing on my wide screen TV.
PHOTO
Nothing beats SC HMX-20C, which has the best camera in a camcorder I've ever seen. HMX-H104 sometimes give me blurry photos -- very blurry, to the point that I couldn`t even recognize the object or subject in the photo. Okay, I think I didn't press the button just right. But I am using the automatic function and just pressing the photo button every time, not doing anything different and it's great, sometimes better than SC HMX-20C . . . and then it's not. I never know when it will be blurry. Most of the time, the photos look wonderful; but it's not nearly so hard with SC HMX-20C, where I've never had a blurry photo, ever.
Also, I find photos of my son under incandescent light looks better with the SC HMX-20C. It automatically adjusts color and white balance better so that his skin tone looks more natural.
The HMX-H104 has a flash, but it is not as hefty as the pop-up flash of the SC HMX-20C.
When taking photos while filming, I feel there is more of a lag time with HMX-H104. It's not as bad as some others, but SC HMX-20C is better, if only by a split second. That does make a difference when taking photos. When I press that button, that's the photo I want, not a second later.
INTELLI-STUDIO
This is a new one for me. Connect the camcorder to the computer via USB cable and video editing software automatically runs. No need to install software from a disc. Move the video to a folder, edit it right there, make your movie.
Personally, I will not use this feature much. The video editing is basic and will involve a lot of work, unless all I want to do is trim a little and add a title. I like video editing software that includes a wizard -- plug my video in and churn out a movie I can fine-tune to my liking.
SC HMX-20C does not have Intelli-Studio. In fact, I do not own any other camcorder which has this feature. Interesting, but not necessary in my book.
Where HMX-H104 is superior to SC HMX-20C:
* it is smaller: 4 ¾" versus 5"
* it weighs less: 13.7 ounces versus 17.5 ounces (with batteries included)
* it has a rubbery grip making it attractive with a no-slip comfortable to hold, although the matte finish of the SC HMX-20C is also attractive
* it turns on the minute the screen is flipped open versus needing to press the power button
* it has a sleep mode
* it has more internal memory: 16 GB versus 8 GB
* it has a faster boot up and access time
* it has built-in video editing software -- installs automatically to the computer when I plug in my camcorder
* it automatically turns off when its been on too long
* it records in wide screen formatWhere they both excel:
* they have touch screen controls
* nice sleek designs
* they record in full HD
* they have 10X optical zoom
* the grips swivel to adjust for comfort
* automatic lens cap, though they push open easily and the HMX-H104's lens cover is paper thin
* both come with remotes.
Where they both need improvement:
* the record buttons are awkwardly placed
* manuals are on a disc, thought the quick start guide of the SC HMX-20C is more thorough.
Where HMX-H104 is inferior:
* photos while not filming can be completely out of focus and blurry on occasion
* photos while filming have slightly more lag time
* videos are not as good under lowlight conditions
* SC HMX-20C has a heftier pop-up flash
* SC HMX-20C comes with a nice, soft pouch. HMX-H104 does not come with anything to hold it in.
SUMMARY
If you want a camcorder that's a brilliant camera with great video quality, get the SC HMX-20C. It doesn't get better than that.
If you want a slightly smaller camcorder with good video quality, large internal storage capacity, fast start-up, wide screen capability, an automatic camera function that is very good but occasionally acts up, go for HMX-H104. You won't be disappointed.


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