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  • So I guess I need a new scanner.

    I have an ancient Canon FB620U scanner, and it works great, but unfortunately, there are no Linux and/or Windows 7 drivers for it.

    I'd like a new scanner that is a little better than my old one. My requirements are:

    -Flatbed
    -Color
    -Decent resolution
    -Reliable
    -Large enough to scan a legal sheet, but other than that, as small as possible.
    -Works well with both Linux (kubuntu) and Windows 7
    -Under $100 (preferably around $50 if possible)

    I have no idea what I'm even looking at in terms of scanners anymore (it's been 11 years since I purchased this one), so feel free to educate me.


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    Only thing I can tell you is that failure rate on HP scanners and MFPs the company I worked for sold was extreme.

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    • #3
      I'm a fan of Canon all-in-ones these days. Takes up less space than 'separates' and have some phenomenal features. Usually on the A-lists, although to be fair their scanners aren't always their best feature in the reviews but I've no complaints. I currently have an MP600 which has been superceded a few times. When I replace this I'll get one of their wireless models.
      FT.

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      • #4
        My parents recently got a Samsung all-in-one with scanner, fax and colour laser. Pricewise it can't be beat, and while we don't have it that long, it seems like a decent enough device. This is the one they have:

        (but type numbers are different here)

        I still have my trusty Agfa scanner, which connects via a 25 pin SCSI port...

        Jörg
        pixar
        Dream as if you'll live forever. Live as if you'll die tomorrow. (James Dean)

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        • #5
          Wireless scanners, eh? Interesting.

          I'm not interested in an all-in-one, as I have a Color LaserJet printer with a built in print server that I'm not planning on replacing for eons.

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          • #6
            Both of these have Windows 7 Support, but don't appear to have Linux support.

            Canon CanoScan LiDE 100 and 200:



            Last edited by Kooldino; 27 October 2009, 06:14.

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            • #7
              I got an Epson back in June to replace my ancient UMAX scanner which I got back in 1996...

              The Epson Perfection V300 Photo is only 89.99 with free shipping right now.

              Works with WIN7 but only does 8.5 x 11.7 sized paper.

              http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16838110023
              "Never interfere with the enemy when he is in the process of destroying himself"

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