Linux Printing Solutions

February 21, 2007

Posted By:  jfelisky

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I have a Dell 3100cn laser printer, which was a nice purchase until I dropped Windows XP and moved to OpenSuSE on my home computer.

I've tried a lot of different message boards looking for a way to keep that printer, but I'm so frustrated with Dell's lack of Linux support that I have to consider HP, since the LaserJet family is more broadly supported.

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  • Oct 13, 2009     Comment Link

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    Posted By: MrD

    I learned my lesson years ago.  I learned that Dell does not sell printers.  They just sell junk that looks like a printer.
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  • Apr 14, 2009     Comment Link

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    Posted By: jimasbille

    One more update, it has come to my attention that most Dell printers are rebranded Lexmark printers.  Lexmark has no support for Linux.  Don't buy them.  HP is supporting Linux and then work right out of the box.
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  • Jul 21, 2008     Comment Link

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    Posted By: aikiwolfie

    If you need a printing solution for Linux. HP is the best bet right now.
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  • Jul 21, 2008     Comment Link

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    Posted By: jaybird

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    I love my Dell E1505N and the pre-installed Ubuntu Linux works great. I'm interested in upgrading / acquiring some new peripherals but it can be confusing determining which manufacturers and models inter-operate well with Ubuntu and Linux in general. It would be wonderful if Dell would provide a place to shop for Ubuntu certified accessories such as printers, cameras and MP3 players.

    Customers purchasing such items from the Dell Open site would know that they either included the necessary software to integrate well or were already well supported by the OS. This would not even need to be an especially large selection of items - perhaps a low end and high end entry from each category. Having the assurance that my new printer, print server or MP3 player would integrate well with my new Ubuntu based laptop would allow me to stop researching and finally buy some new peripherals.
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  • Jul 21, 2008     Comment Link

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    Posted By: theswortz

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    At least provide documentation so someone in the linux community can make a proper driver.
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  • Jul 21, 2008     Comment Link

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    Posted By: jkharris

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    Dell is using Samsung for the 1100.
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  • Jul 21, 2008     Comment Link

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    Posted By: jorge

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    If they use HP engines then its even easier for Dell because HP has all the PPD drivers already to go!
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  • Jul 21, 2008     Comment Link

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    Posted By: dbyte32

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    Does Dell really make their own printers or do they order them from someone like HP and just put their own casing on them to give the impression of a Dell Brand. I would think trying the HP drivers and see what happens. G-
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  • Jul 21, 2008     Comment Link

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    Posted By: jorge

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    This idea is specific to Dell printers.
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  • Jul 21, 2008     Comment Link

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    Posted By: sumyunggai

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    Fortunately, Ubuntu includes a whole bunch of printer drivers with CUPS. However, it wouldn't be much work to include *all* the PPD's, say, on an "Supplemental Drivers" CD.

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