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What printer should I get for my iMac OSX 10.5.8?

Jul 22, 2013 12:27PM PDT

Hi:

I hope someone can help me. I've been using the same Epson Stylus color 740 printer for years and it may have reached its end. For one thing, the black ink won't appear. I have bought two new Epson cartridges and have cleaned the print heads, etc. several times and nothing appears. (However, the color works) I know it's not the cartridges themselves as they are expensive authentic Epson cartridges and not the compatibles I've used --successfully--in the past. The problem is, I'm not a techie person and I haven't upgraded my operating system since I got this iMac OSX 10.5.8 about 4 years ago. Everything has been working well and I saw no need to create problems. Now I'm wondering that if I get a new printer I will have to upgrade my OS. And which printer should I get? I'd like something simple that will print business letters and manuscript pages. Nothing fancy. Can anyone please offer any suggestions??? Sharon C.

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Printer Issue
Jul 22, 2013 2:19PM PDT

I recently purchased a Canon 922 and absolutely love it! I do a great deal of printing, purchase generic cartridges on line and have had great success. I used to have an Epson and had the same problem that you are having. It was replaced once and only six months later I had the same issue. I vowed I would never but another Epson product as they would not do anything about it even thought it was only 6 months old. Have purchased Canon ever since and couldn't be happier.

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Quick Question
Jul 23, 2013 12:22AM PDT

Greetings, and thanks for the prompt response. I just wanted to ask if you think the Canon 922 would be compatible with my iMac OS X 10. 05.08. If so, I will check it out immediately. Thanks! Sharon (golditoo)

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Re the above response
Jul 23, 2013 12:26AM PDT

Yes, I received a very helpful reply. For those who have different suggestions, please feel free to comment. Many thanks, Golditoo

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are there other printers
Feb 5, 2015 5:55AM PST

Is Canon 922 the only printer that will work with a Mac 10.5.8. I called Apple Support and they told me that my computer was to old that I could consider get a newer one. I can't afford a new computer at this time. I only need a printer my computer works fine!

Is it hard to find a Canon 922?

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The Canon 922 is certainly NOT the only printer that will
Feb 5, 2015 8:42PM PST
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Re the Canon 922--or do I need something simpler?
Jul 23, 2013 2:47AM PDT

I have a desktop iMac OS X (10.5.Cool and need a basic printer for my husband's business letters and my manuscript pages. Now and then I'll print a color cartoon, although not often. I have Internet cable access, not wifi. I've been reading reviews of Canon 922, but after further investigation, it appears to be more for photo printing and I don't do much of that. Also, I don't like the idea of having to replace all those color cartridges. My former Epson just had the black cartridge and the color cartridge and I was satisfied with that.

Do you have to buy large separate ink cartridges? Also, would this model be appropriate for someone who deals mostly in printing documents, letters, etc?

Thanks for any help you can offer.

Golditoo

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Printers compatible with iMac IOX 10.5.8
Nov 15, 2015 11:13AM PST

Thank You for sharing your information on compatible printers. I was about to purchase the wrong one...what did we ever do without google & tech knowledge exchange!
Do have two questions: What website do you purchase the generic cartridges from...there's so many to choose from? Second question, is the Cannon 922 printer an air printer, that's compatible with my iPhone & iPad mini? When I google printers (air) they all! say there compatible even the HP which I purchased and had to spend an entire day troubleshooting thru menu options for iPhone mobile devise. Did finally sync but it was a nightmare.
Thanks again for great info!

Leisa ~

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Not sure that Golditoo is still around after two years,
Nov 16, 2015 4:51AM PST

but,
Yes, the Canon 922 is an AirPrint capable printer

Generic ink cartridges, as you have found, are available from a lot of places. Unfortunately, it is a case of pick and choose.
Some are good, some, not so much. I have purchased a good set of carts from a vendor and then, on the second purchase, have got a bunch of duds. Most will replace them though.

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