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Options for using a printer in another room???

by sliver108 Feb 10, 2009 1:30AM PST

We moved to a new place and having the printer next to the computer in our current set up will make the room look cluttered. To solve this I have decided to put the printer in the closet so that it is out of view. I was going to use a USB connection with a hub since the distance between the closet and the computer will be around 20 feet. Then I thought about getting a wireless router and a print server. I have a Canon MP830 and it can not be networked, hence the print server. I also need the wireless router to work with a Vonage router. After looking at my options to do this wirelessly my cost was around $250. A little steep to have the printer out of view. However we have a laptop and wireless would be nice. Has anyone found a solution that I am not thinking of? The print server that Canon supports with their products/recommends is around $150!

Thanks for you help in advance,

Jeffrey

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For now, that's the number.

by r. proffitt Forum moderator Feb 10, 2009 2:03AM PST

http://news.cnet.com/8301-13924_3-10138667-64.html notes a new solution. Still 150.

I use the WGPS606 but only have a printer without any scanner, etc.
Bob

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I now have 4 choices...

by sliver108 Feb 10, 2009 2:28AM PST

....thanks for the 4th. You have helped me in the past.

Jeffrey

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