Office Equipment

​6 Upgrades You Can Purchase for Your Printer 

Submitted by Matthew Eberhart on

If you buy a traditional office printer, you will likely need to buy upgrades for it at some point. 

This could be anything from extra paper trays, stands, WIFI adapters, apps, etc.  

There are a ton of extra accessories you can buy for your printer and that’s why it’s so important to learn about the options available because they do cost money.  

If you don’t want to waste money on upgrades, it’s crucial to learn about the common accessories you can add to your printer so you can decide before buying whether it’s worth the investment.  

We’ve been a print vendor for almost 40 years, and during that time, have learned a lot about the different ways you can add to your machine to make it more efficient and suitable for your workplace. 

​9 Common Printer Problems (Solutions) 

Submitted by Joel Metzler on

Have you ever experienced a paper jam? Had lines going through your prints? Couldn’t connect your printer to Wi-Fi? 

If you’ve ever owned or used a printer, you’re probably well aware of some of these common issues and know firsthand the frustration they can cause. 

As a company whose sold printers/copiers for almost four decades, we have assisted customers with almost any kind of printer problem you can think of. 

We’re going to round up nine of the most frequent issues we’ve run across during our time in the industry and provide you with direct solutions to fix these problems.  

We sell and specialize in Xerox products, so some of the technical recommendations in this article will be from our experience with Xerox machines. 

​3 Problems With Buying Retail Printers Instead of Commercial Printers 

Submitted by Karla Metzler on
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If you’re experiencing issues with your printer/copier, or are looking for a new one, you might feel overwhelmed by the choices and price differences out there. 

Conducting any kind of research process for a new printer will result in a lot of options at price ranges from under $100-to-$100,000.   

The simplest choice is to head to your nearest retail store, be it Staples, Office Depot or Walmart, and pick up a new printer on the cheap.  

Buying a cheap, retail printer, is single-handedly the biggest mistake we see consumers make and we don’t want you to go down that path, too. The financial consequences, believe it or not, could be substantial.  

5 Places to Buy or Lease Printers/Copiers in Fort Worth (2024)  

Submitted by Karla Metzler on
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Looking to buy or lease a printer or copier in Fort Worth but don’t know where to look? 

Since Fort Worth is one of the top-five biggest cities in Texas, it can be overwhelming to try and figure out where to get an office machine for your printing needs.  

That is why we are compiling a list of some printer/copier companies located in the Fort Worth area that offer various kinds of machines and services. 

As a company that sells printers/copiers in the Dallas-Fort Worth region and has done so for almost 40 years, we have an insider’s view of the local industry and can give you specific companies located in the area and a description of what they offer.   

Before we dive into the list, though, let’s go through a few important caveats:  

  • This list is in no particular order and was made to give you a sense of what’s out there as you look for your next machine.  

What Is Xerox Smart Start and How Do You Install It? 

Submitted by Karla Metzler on
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Xerox has a software solution, called Xerox Smart Start, that could be your answer if you’re looking to download a printer driver to complete tasks, like printing and scanning, on your printer. 

However, it can be a bit complicated, at least at first, to install. You also might not be fully aware of what Xerox Smart Start is and how it works. 

We’re here to help. As a Xerox Platinum Solutions Partner, we are equipped with the knowledge to help you learn everything you need to know about Xerox Smart Start. 

We’ll start by going over what the software is, who it’s for, how it works, steps to install it and which printers are compatible with it.   

What Is Xerox Smart Start? 

According to Xerox, Xerox Smart Start “is an end user installer designed to get users printing and scanning with Xerox printers as quickly as possible.” 

What Is Xerox Smart Start and How Do You Install It? 

Submitted by Karla Metzler on
Video

 Xerox has a software solution, called Xerox Smart Start, that could be your answer if you’re looking to download a printer driver to complete tasks, like printing and scanning, on your printer. 

However, it can be a bit complicated, at least at first, to install. You also might not be fully aware of what Xerox Smart Start is and how it works. 

We’re here to help. As a Xerox Platinum Solutions Partner, we are equipped with the knowledge to help you learn everything you need to know about Xerox Smart Start. 

We’ll start by going over what the software is, who it’s for, how it works, steps to install it and which printers are compatible with it.   

What Is Xerox Smart Start? 

According to Xerox, Xerox Smart Start “is an end user installer designed to get users printing and scanning with Xerox printers as quickly as possible.” 

STPT vs. Office Depot: Who Should You Buy a Printer From? 

Submitted by Karla Metzler on

What stores come to your mind when thinking about buying a new printer? 

A few stores might pop into your mind. But if it’s based on retail sales from last year, then Office Depot was likely the first one you thought of.  

According to the National Retail Federation, Office Depot was ranked 75th out of the top 100 (and the first office supplier) in 2021 U.S. retail sales, just behind Petco and just ahead of Victoria’s Secret.  

But how does buying a printer from a retail giant like Office Depot compare to buying from a local print vendor that specifically sells printers and printer services? 

What Is Xerox ConnectKey Technology?

Submitted by Karla Metzler on

Xerox is one of the major printer brands on the market, and their ConnectKey Technology is one of their most distinguishing features. 

But what exactly is it? What are the benefits? Does it cost anything? 

Xerox ConnectKey Technology is a broad platform that encompasses a lot of different features and is specific to certain machines in Xerox’s catalog. 

It’s important to know what Xerox ConnectKey is and which machines it applies to because it could end up being the deciding factor on whether a Xerox machine is the right fit for you. 

We are Xerox Platinum Status Partners and have learned everything there is to know about the company’s ConnectKey Technology and how it can help companies achieve their printing goals. 

We’ve also learned that Xerox won’t be a fit for everybody and there is a chance that you won’t find value in some of the features of their ConnectKey Technology. 

What Is Page Coverage and Why Is It Important? 

Submitted by Karla Metzler on
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Page coverage, which is the amount of toner or ink on a page, is one of the most important things you can learn about your printer/copier.  

It is a huge determinator of how much you will spend on printer cartridges throughout the lifespan of your machine.  

But, in all honesty, it’s a confusing concept for most to understand. However, the importance of page coverage cannot be overstated. 

That’s why we want to use our expertise to tackle the topic of page coverage in a simple and easily digestible way. 

Because after almost 40 years in the printer/copier industry, we’ve accrued the knowledge to break down what page coverage is and why it plays such a central role in your printing costs. 

What Is Page Coverage and Why Is It Important? 

Submitted by Karla Metzler on

Page coverage, which is the amount of toner or ink on a page, is one of the most important things you can learn about your printer/copier.  

It is a huge determinator of how much you will spend on printer cartridges throughout the lifespan of your machine.  

But, in all honesty, it’s a confusing concept for most to understand. However, the importance of page coverage cannot be overstated. 

That’s why we want to use our expertise to tackle the topic of page coverage in a simple and easily digestible way. 

Because after almost 40 years in the printer/copier industry, we’ve accrued the knowledge to break down what page coverage is and why it plays such a central role in your printing costs. 

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