Product Description
The HL-5050 laser printer is a flexible and expandable printer for your home, office or small-connected workgroup. With fast print speeds, graphics quality printing, upgradeable memory and outstanding user support, this new addition to Brother's award winning laser printer line sets a new standard for quality monochrome printing. The new HL-5050 delivers the perfect balance of performance, flexibility and value.
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The HL-5050 laser printer is a flexible, expandable printer for your home, office, or small connected workgroup. With fast print speeds, graphics-quality printing, upgradeable memory, and outstanding user support, the HL-5050 sets a new standard for quality monochrome printing--the perfect balance of performance, flexibility and value.
The HL-5050 can handle virtually any media via its 250-sheet paper tray and 50-sheet multi-purpose tray. The multi-purpose tray accommodates card stock, letterhead, and envelopes. The printer delivers its highest-quality output (HQ1200, up to 2,400 x 600 dpi) at up to 17 pages per minute--its fastest print speed. With its fast print speed, 16 MB memory (expandable to 144 MB), PCL6 and BR-Script3 (PostScript3) compatibility, and great print quality, this printer delivers both performance and productivity.
A convenient job-cancel button to make unwanted print jobs disappear easily, and the printer's "first-page out" speed falls under 12 seconds. The unit offers the option to add a second 250-sheet lower paper tray to expand the paper input capacity to a total of 500 sheets. Its standard-yield toner cartridge offers up to 3,300-page capacity and the high-yield toner cartridge offers up to 6,500-page capacity. The drum is rated at up to 20,000 pages.
The printer comes with USB and parallel interfaces and standard Windows drivers, as well as drivers for Mac OS X (10.1 and higher) and Mac OS 8.6 to 9.2. An optional external 10/100 BaseT Ethernet print server is available. Brother provides toll-free technical support, a one-year limited warranty, and the online Brother Solutions Center.
Customer Reviews:
After 3 HPs in 6 years.... I buy Brothers........2005-12-11
For cost/benefit, I've been impressed with all the Brothers I've bought, both those for home (5050 B&W Laser and the multifunction 420CN). I also own 2 additional 5050s at my office and have had no problem with them. Suffice it to say that I've had precisely the opposite experience with HPs, with major, irreparable breakdowns in within 6 months of warranty expiration on each one. Plus, Brother has a neat philosophy of common sense cartridge replacement - if your color HP cartridge runs out, you have to replace the whole thing for $50 or so right then. Brother, on the other hand, allows you to replace individual color cartridges (black, cyan, yellow, red) as they run out, for $10 to $15 apiece. Lots of savings. My Brother B&W lasers were cheaper than equivalent quality competing brands, so I wasn't expecting much, but they've been basically flawless for 2+ years now and exceeded the rating on the toner cartridge by hundreds of pages.
Don't Buy This Printer if You Print Checks or Other Forms.......2004-09-09
Don't buy the Brother HL-5050 if you need to print preprinted checks or other preprinted forms. The printer will pick up the ink from the checks or forms and transfer them back onto the form as it prints. Apparently some Brother laser printers get hotter than other brands and this heat causes the ink to transfer back onto the printed document. Some preprinted forms with a lot of text become nearly unreadable after passing through the HL-5050. The printer also curls paper more than my previous HP printers, also apparently due to this "excessive" heat. Sometimes after printing several pages, a slight burning smell comes from the printer (like your central heating system the first time you use it in the winter). I never had this problem with my old HP 4P or HP 6P.
I called Brother tech support and they were of no help whatsoever. They said the ink transfer was not a warranty issue and would not offer an exchange or a refund. They said the printer was working as designed.
The price was good, the features decent, and the speed adequate, but I would not recommend this or any other Brother printer because of this ink transfer/heat problem. We also have the network version of this same printer in another office and it has the same paper curling problem. We don't use that one for printing checks so I can't say for sure if it does the ink transfer, but my guess is that it does.
I will never buy another Brother printer. I only wish HP still made a decent quality laser printer for a small office. The HP models I looked at before buying the Brother seemed very cheaply constructed compared to my old HP 6P.
10/06/2004
UPDATE-Found a Solution to the Ink Transfer Problem
If "Media Type" is changed to "Transparencies", the ink transfer does not happen. The paper curling seems to be a little better too. Why didn't tech support tell me this? Hope this helps any of you with a similar problem.
Not bad but tends to overheat paper.......2004-07-20
This is generally not a bad printer however it does tend to overheat paper so that it comes out curly, which is very annoying if you print large documents or want to print high quality.
The support desk said to resolve this by setting the paper type to 'transparency' for normal paper printing which indicates that this is a typical problem. It also doesnt solve it. Overall Im not very impressed with either printer or support and wouldnt get another Brother printer.
My second choice turned out to be #1..........2004-06-08
First I bought an HP LaserJet 1300. I liked the printer and it was fast, but my wife's business' letterhead gets printed on a slightly textured paper and I just couldn't get the LaserJet's toner to adhere well to the paper. After trying every conceivable configuration of print settings, I finally conceded defeat. So back the HP went and I skeptically went with my second choice, the Brother HL-5050... I didn't have high hopes that a cheaper printer would do the job since the HP couldn't handle it... Although it is somewhat slower than the HP (especially for graphics), it has handled everything I have thrown at it, without having to even mess with different print settings. It printed beautifully on the slightly rougher paper, something I could never coax the HP into doing... I am very happy with my "second choice" and the fact that it worked out better and yet me less is icing on the cake...
Brother HL-5050.......2004-01-15
Setup - easy
Basic Operation - fast and reasonably quiet, appears to be well built.
Printing text - excellent, as good as a much more expensive industrial hp laser printer I frequently use. Nice and dark.
Printing graphics/photos - in highest settings (1200dpi, "improved gray scaling" checked) it's good, but nothing exceptional. The output is not too dark, as is sometimes the problem with other inexpensive lasers.
Manual Duplex printing - this was at first confusing to me because I wanted to use the lower paper tray to do it all: print one side and then feed the output back again into the lower tray to print the other side (if you have more than 50 sheets you need to use the lower tray). This did not work for me until I finally hardwired the tray settings from "auto detect" to "tray 1". The manual did not mention this step. New drivers from Brother (as of January 14, 2004) did not fix this. Printing duplex from the multi-purpose tray works fine without having to hardwire the settings.
Customer support - so far not good. I went through much trepidation figuring out how to get the lower tray to work on duplex because I could not reach support people. The number always seems to be busy.
Highs - good, fast prints and reasonably quiet operation.
Lows - documentation is not completely accurate, customer support isn't good. Could use a sleep mode indicator as the previous reviewer mentioned.
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Buslink 64 MB CompactFlash Card
Manufacturer: BUSLINK
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BUSlink Palm Drive accommodates rugged and removable ATA-compatible Type II PC storage cards and IBM Microdrives. The Palm Drive is an ideal way to bridge the gap between your PC and devices like digital cameras, personal digital assistants (PDAs), and handheld/palmtop PCs. No matter where you go, your Palm Drive allows you to easily bring your Digital images and data with you. Just plug the Palm Drive into your computer's USB port and you're ready to go in seconds.
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Cut the cables! Don't be limited by the cables on your controllers anymore. The PS2 Wireless Mini Controllers from Intec gives you reliable, comfortable, full-featured controller without any cables!
Customer Reviews:
Great Controllers.......2007-08-26
There were a lot of negative reviews about these, but I had a great experience with them. They are only a little smaller in your hand, and if you play a lot then this is actually a good thing (less hand stress). My kids like them, my husband loves them. The "reciever" that plugs into the unit is a very SNUG fit, and I would reccomend that if yours don't work right away you need to ensure that they are plugged in correctly.
Wireless Mini PS2 game Controllers.......2007-01-25
I love the freedom from the tradition wire. they are great
Sony Playstation 2 2-Pack Wireless Mini Controller.......2007-01-19
The controllers work good. They were a great price. The kids use them daily and they are still going strong.
I love these controllers.......2006-06-15
I've had these for almost a year and they work great. I must have got lucky because I have had ZERO problems with these. The only thing is that my 3 year old son got a hold of one and the blue grips won't stay on. Anyone who uses that one doesn't care though. I even played through the screen door standing outside while smoking a cigarette. Great Buy!
For old PS2 only.......2006-06-08
This was a good wireless controller for our four-year-old son -- a good fit for small hands -- until we replaced the aging PS2 with a new slim model. Suddenly, the wireless remote stopped working. It looks like this controller can only be used with the older "big" PS2? If that's the case, then your model of PS2 determines whether you should even consider buying this controller.
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Buslink 64 MB CompactFlash Card
Manufacturer: BUSLINK
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BUSlink Palm Drive accommodates rugged and removable ATA-compatible Type II PC storage cards and IBM Microdrives. The Palm Drive is an ideal way to bridge the gap between your PC and devices like digital cameras, personal digital assistants (PDAs), and handheld/palmtop PCs. No matter where you go, your Palm Drive allows you to easily bring your Digital images and data with you. Just plug the Palm Drive into your computer's USB port and you're ready to go in seconds.
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Buslink BCF 64 64MB Compact Flash Memory Module
Manufacturer: BUSLINK
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ASIN: B00006HU42 |
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BUSlink's incredible Compaq Flash Card offers the most convenient way to read, write and store your important files. Its small size allows the easy mobility to anywhere. It is ideal for Digital Cameras and MP3 players.
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Amerigo® Plan-24 Wide-Format Ink Jet Paper, 36"x 150-ft. Roll (PMC45162)
Manufacturer: PM COMPANY
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ASIN: B000GAVXKK |
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Item #: PMC45162. Amerigo® Plan-24 Wide-Format Ink Jet Paper
Wide-format CAD, engineering and GIS media paper. Compatible with all wide-format engineering ink jet plotters/printers. 24-lb. smudge-resistant coated paper. 95 GE brightness rating. Use for distribution and working prints.
36" x 150-ft. Roll
Customers also search for: 24 lb.; For HP51631E; 36"x150'; White;PM Company,Printer Paper,Rolls,Wide Format,Bond,Waterproof,Water Proof,Engineering,Inkjet Ink Jet
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Amerigo Plan-24 Wide-Format Ink Jet Paper, 24"x150-ft. Roll (PMF45161)
Manufacturer: PM COMPANY
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ASIN: B0006YZ2GC |
Product Description
Item #: PMF45161. Amerigo Plan-24 Wide-Format Ink Jet Paper
Wide-format CAD, engineering and GIS media paper
Compatible with all wide-format engineering ink jet plotters/printers
24-lb. smudge-resistant coated paper. 95 GE brightness rating. Use for distribution and working prints.
24" x 150-ft. Roll
Customers also search for: 24" Wide;24-lb.;Amerigo;Coated;Ink Jet;Ink Jet Paper;Ink Jet Printer;Paper;Plotter;PM COMPANY;Printer;Wide Format
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Amerigo Plan-24 Wide-Format Ink Jet Paper, 24"x150-ft. Roll
Manufacturer: Accufax (Paper Mfr)
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Product Features:
- Amerigo Plan-24 Wide-Format Ink Jet Paper
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ASIN: B000JCTCO4 |
Product Description
Amerigo Plan-24 Wide-Format Ink Jet Paper Wide-format CAD, engineering and GIS media paper. Compatible with all wide-format engineering ink jet plotters/printers. 24-lb. smudge-resistant coated paper. 95 GE brightness rating. Use for distribution and working prints.24" x 150-ft. Roll
Product Description
TRENDnet's TEW-IA06D Directional Antenna provides more power and farther distance range for your wireless network. As an optional antenna for your IEEE 802.11b 2.4GHz 11Mbps wireless network equipments, it improves signal strength/signal quality and increases the coverage area. Designed for TEW-203PI, TEW-210APB, and TEW-211BRP, you can simply place the antenna on level surface or secure it on the ceiling or on the wall. Unleash the power of your wireless products with TRENDnet's TEW-IA06D antenna.
Product Description
The AS-B1.2 is a compact two-way bookshelf design featuring a 5.5" woofer platform and the athena 1" Teteron tweeter for amazing clarity and detail. The bass reflex enclosure may be small but the tuned port provides deep extended response that belies its small size. The gold plated 5-way binding posts allow for audiophile grade cable up to 12 gauges in thickness, and standard pins and banana jacks may also be utilized.
Amazon.com Product Description
Whether you're looking to round out your home theater system with a good pair of rear satellite speakers or you need a compact speaker duo for your stereo amp, the AS-B1.2 bookshelf speakers qualify with flying colors. Each bass-reflex speaker is equipped with a 5.5-inch injection-molded polypropylene woofer with a rubber surround that handles the lows and mids, along with a 1-inch Teteron dome tweeter that reproduces amazingly crisp, detailed highs. The drivers combine to create a solid 60 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response that blends beautifully with the other speakers in a surround sound configuration. More impressively, the speakers' tuned ports deliver an extended bass response that easily belies their small size, so you needn't worry about the AS-B1.2s sounding excessively tinny.
Additional audio specifications range from a crossover point of 2.0 kHz to a sensitivity rating of 90 dB to power handling of 125 watts. And as with all quality speakers, the AS-B1.2s boast sturdy gold-plated, five-way binding post terminals that work with audiophile-grade cable up to 12 gauge in thickness. Want to use standard pins or banana jacks instead of bare wire? No problem. All this in an attractive black ash cabinet that looks great next to modern flat-panel displays and traditional tube TVs.
Though the AS-B1.2s work with almost any home theater system, they sound particularly good when teamed with other speakers from Athena's Audition series. All Audition speakers are tonally matched for the best possible performance and are magnetically shielded to protect the onscreen image. In other words, you can place the AS-B1.2s near the TV without distorting the picture. Finally, the speakers--which measure 7 by 13.75 by 9.5 inches (W x H x D) each--are protected by a five-year warranty on parts and labor.
What's in the Box
Two AS-B1.2 speakers, user's manual.
Customer Reviews:
Incredible value - awesome musicality........2007-01-07
The Athena AS-B1.2 offers unparalleled value for the money. In my low-cost kitchen system paired with a Sonic Impact Super-T amp ($140) and an iPod they do a great job presenting music. The midrange is right: vocals have amazing presence and fidelity. There's wonderful startle factor and finesse. Imaging is very good too. Vocalists sound like they're in the room and I frequently stop what I'm doing (the system is in my kitchen - so I'm usually cooking) to listen - a very good sign. Part of the magic is their excellent sensitivity. 90db/watt sensitivity allows the low-powered Super-T to shine. This combination is really magical - but these easy-to-drive speakers will sound good with any decent amp.
There are plenty of drawbacks - as you would expect at this price point: Mid-bass is enhanced by a huge rear facing port. This helps these little speakers have some nice bass heft - but at the expense of some midbass bloat. There is no low (below 55hz) bass to speak of - but no surprise there. Large scale orchestral works and massive hard rock pieces feel a little small. These little speakers don't look too fancy - they are made of cheap feeling MDF and sound hollow and thumpy when rapped with a knuckle. Despite this - there are no resonances in evidence. It's clear that the right compromises were made; the tweeter is very good, and is assisted by a slight horn loading. It's sins are mainly those of omission. Given the level of musical enjoyment these things pump out for the money any negative comments are just minor quibbles. These things perform way way beyond their league. I really really enjoy mine.
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Adaptec 2200S SCSI RAID-LP U320 2CH 20PK ( 2079800 )
Manufacturer: ADAPTEC
ProductGroup: CE
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ASIN: B0000TWIVK |
Product Description
The Adaptec SCSI RAID 2200S card is an affordable advanced-featured, microprocessor-based, Ultra320 SCSI RAID card in a low-profile form factor-making it ideal for mid-range and high-density servers and workstations.
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Allsop DVD Scratch Repair is quick, one-step repair system. It helps remove many types of minor scratches from CDs, DVDs, and CD-ROMs. With one repaired disc, the kit has paid for itself. The kit includes 2 lint-free, washable microfiber cloths, and a .5 oz bottle of Scratch Repair fluid in a DVD keeper case.
Customer Reviews:
Allsop Scratch Repair System.......2003-11-26
I have used this repair kit to fix scratched DVDs and game CDs
for my sons PS2. These discs could not be repaired by this system.
In fairness, the PS2 started to deteriate and will not now play
DVDs. So perhaps the fault is in the PS2.
As a test, I took 10 software installation discs that were obsolete. I used a knife to scratch the surfaces. I was amazed at how much damage these discs suffered before they could not be read by the CD ROM drive. Of the 10, only 1 could be repaired with this product.
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