Scan over network? And other questions...... Can anyone confirm if this unit can scan over network? I used to have a "network ready" all in one. Turns out only print function works over network, printer must be hooked up through USB to use the scan function. Is the dual paper tray software selectable? Is the duplex module included or do you have to buy an optional gizmo? Can it duplex copy or is it duplex printing only?There is no mention of printing DVD/CD. I am guess that is not included.Does it print good quality photos?I am trying to decide between Epson Artisan 800 and this unit, the Epson is better I think, but this is $100 cheaper. Scan over network? And other questions...... Can anyone confirm if this unit can scan over network? I used to have a "network ready" all in one. Turns out only print function works over... » Read More Scan over network? And other questions...... Can anyone confirm if this unit can scan over network? I used to have a "network ready" all in one. Turns out only print function works over network, printer must be hooked up through USB to use the scan function. Is the dual paper tray software selectable? Is the duplex module included or do you have to buy an optional gizmo? Can it duplex copy or is it duplex printing only?There is no mention of printing DVD/CD. I am guess that is not included.Does it print good quality photos?I am trying to decide between Epson Artisan 800 and this unit, the Epson is better I think, but this is $100 cheaper. « Show Less
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Thank you Peter for your informative reply. Overall, are you happy with this unit?
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Start at page 5 in the network installation guide. READ IT VERY CAREFULLY. You have to know your SSID and wep of your wireless network. I had to go over it several times before I got mine to work. If you didn't receive the network installation guide, try going to the Epson support web site to get it. You might try customer support if all else fails. I've used Epson 610, went through 3 of them within 18 months or less. I'm using a Kodak now, much better printer. GOOD LUCK
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Very. There are two different drivers you can use, one is built in to the OS (CUPS Driver, if that means anything to you, if not, it's not important); the other, downloadable from Brother directly. The driver from Brother may work better in terms of duplexing from some programs, but either is sufficient for all tasks. Brother also has supported Macs for as long as I can remember, and were quick to get updated drivers at every OS upgrade as well. For Macs, I believe Brother probably has the best support of all the major printer manufacturers. EDIT: Just saw the price (689 as of 2/17/14), there are other available models that will also be compatible, and $400 cheaper. Very. There are two different drivers you can use, one is built in to the OS (CUPS Driver, if that means anything to you, if not, it's not important); the other, downloadable from Brother directly. The driver from Brother may work better in terms of duplexing from some programs, but either is sufficient for all tasks. Brother also has supported Macs for as long as I can remember, and were quick to get updated drivers at every OS upgrade as well. For Macs, I believe Brother probably has the best support of all the major printer manufacturers. EDIT: Just saw the price (689 as of 2/17/14),... » Read More Very. There are two different drivers you can use, one is built in to the OS (CUPS Driver, if that means anything to you, if not, it's not important); the other, downloadable from Brother directly. The driver from Brother may work better in terms of duplexing from some programs, but either is sufficient for all tasks. Brother also has supported Macs for as long as I can remember, and were quick to get updated drivers at every OS upgrade as well. For Macs, I believe Brother probably has the best support of all the major printer manufacturers. EDIT: Just saw the price (689 as of 2/17/14), there are other available models that will also be compatible, and $400 cheaper. « Show Less
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It depends on when you last updated since Epson is installing a sort of "dragnet" in its firmware now to block the use of third-party CIS. But I'm sure you knew that. I'm having difficulty seeing online when the last update was and don't see in my printer info when the last time I updated so I'm sorry, but I don't have a firm 100% answer for you. I can assume that since it's working fine then I don't have the latest firmware update.
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I was using a $300 Epson Artisan 835 and the scanner broke in the printer so the printer would not let me print just because of the broken scanner. So stupid. Anyway, so I really needed to print some full color text/graphic flyers and didn't feel like spending another $300 on a printer so I went on craigslist and found a brand new mp280 for $40 so I said why not give it a try and and once I set it up, the quality surprised me. The full color print outs were nearly as good as the Epson Artisan, about 95% identical (using the slow High Quality mode). The faster normal mode created banding in the pure black background print outs which didn't fly with me at all. For $40 I really can't complain at ALL. The negatives that I miss from my epson artisan is that it could print closer to the edge of the paper (about 0.2 inches closer), a duplexer that could print double sided automatically, my continuous ink system that I bought for it, a WiFi connection and faster print speeds. If you don't print that much and don't care about it's speed it really is a good printer, especially for the price. This thing does use up ink pretty fast especially if you are printing full color prints with a lot of pure black backgrounds. When I was using the Epson Artisan, I purchased a continuous ink system that save me literally like 800 dollars from buying regular cartridges. I was really sad I couldn't use it in the Canon but after checking the UltraGamut.com website I found out that they DO carry a Canon PIXMA MP280 continuous ink system so I have one on order and can't wait to get it!
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Sorry should have clarified - I'm just trying to use a direct, simple wired connection using a USB interface cable directly from my laptop to the printer. It doesn't seem to come online. Have you tried just doing a wired print on a cable that is greater than 6 feet?
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I have only used wired and wireless. I began to use it wired before connecting to my router. Now I can print remote. But do to your question I will used the USB function ASAP. But I am very happy with this printer up to date.
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I don't have this printer yet but I've been researching and talked to the Epson rep at Fry's. I can answer your last two questions: Yes, you need an additional part (available for ~25 bucks) for duplex printing. However, there is no duplex auto doc feeder, making automated dual sided copies impossible.BTW the duplex Auto Document Feeder (ADF) scanning is what is holding me back on this purchase. My current HP 7780 has a duplex ADF and the Canon MX7600 have it.
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I am glade that it works on Mac now. I am thinking about buying one for my small office all-mac environment. You mentioned that the scanner only works with usb. Have you tried network to scan? Another thing I keep wondering, in general, that all the all-in-one should have an option to receive fax as a digital document instead of printing it out. If you find it, please do let me know.
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Auto Duplex Copy allows you to make double sided copies without having to print one side first and then flip the paper and print the second side. It's cool actually to have this feature and have the printer do it for you. I don't know what you mean by 2-sided scans. It can only scan one side at a time and you have to turn your paper over if you want to scan the other side. Hope that helps.
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No, you want the 6505/DN (the D in the model indicates it's a duplex model) This is sort of a standard with most printer manufacturers. (D normally Duplex Printing (not necessarily duplex adf scanning, W normally is wireless and N is normally wired networking)
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Yes, Epson's recommendation is correct. Double-clicking the scanner in the print & scan section of system preferences gives you Apple's rudimentary scanning capability. I highly recommend a third-party scanning program like VueScan.
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No, this is basically a 2150cdn printer with a scanner slapped on top and perpendicular to the normal print pathway. Even if the scanner was closer to the duplex unit, it would be oriented the wrong way. So, no hope of a firmware upgrade for that.
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Although I am not currently using that feature, it appears you can, however, you have to install EPSON Event Manager on each PC you want to scan to PC too from the Workforces control Panel. Here is the EPSON article describing that: http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/support/supDetail.jsp?BV_UseBVCookie=yes&infoTy;pe=FAQ&oid;=184583&prodoid;=63091944&foid;=207404 Good Luck! This is still a great printer.
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I have mine connected to our network and print to it from everywhere. I think it just depends on your network.
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Only print. I think if u want a machine to also copy, it needs to be one of those that have a scanning function too
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HiI am using a Brother right now and it is working great. It is a wireless computer and it works like a charm. It is along the lines of a Brother MFG-J270W. The Epson worked well and was easy to set up but I havent used it extensively for wireless connectivity. I use it for connected. I will check it out though and let you know. The brother has always worked and is easy to use though.