Since there many excellent reviews about the machine here already, I just wanted to add few things for potential buyers.
1. DUPLEX Printing/copying.
I bought this all-in-one printer for my church. So the primary use for the machine is duplex copying. This machine allows you to make a duplex copy from your computer or by using the machine alone. Excellent quality and copying. The manual is clear and helpful in this regard.
I have considered other machines that are less expensive, but with no duplex copying. Sure, you could try to do duplex by copying a single side and then copy the other side, but many times, it will cause paper jam or curled/crooked copies, if your machine is not made for duplex.
[NOTE: You could also make a legal sized copy by using ADF (Automatic Document Feeder)].
2. MADE in Korea.
I initially thought this machine was made in elsewhere. But to my pleasant surprise, the machine was made in Korea. As many know, Korea is well known for their quality electronics on par with Japanese. It gave me the added sense of machine's reliability.
3. SCANNING the photos.
I connected the machine via USB cable to my laptop. I scanned my personal photos and I was really surprised by the quality of its detail that was scanned. My wife was thoroughly impressed. The scanning was simple and the direction was clear in the manual.
4. LAYOUT of the machine.
Initially I thought this machine had too many buttons. Then I realized that it really comes down to three MAIN option buttons: "COPY" "FAX" and "SCAN" -- from there you make your additional options according to your need. The manual was again very helpful guiding you through. In no time, I was able to duplex, scan, with ease.
5. SOFTWARE (Canon MF Toolbox).
The software was easy to install (including the drivers for my XP). NOTE: when you install the program, you will note that Windows XP will open up its own window to install the drivers. Just press "cancel" and only follow the instruction given by the Canon program. While the program is not necessarily intuitive, it is not difficult to use. You could scan, mail, copy, save, and change settings from this software.
6. MANUAL (Basic Operation Guide).
I found this manual really helpful. On duplex, it shows step by step guide to perform your work. It also comes with e-manual (CD-Rom), but I do not find this too helpful because Basic Operation Guide (book) is good enough for me.
Overall, I love this machine. It fits nicely on my desk and it is pleasant to look at - the machine just looks professional. The machine is quality built and even has Energy Saver option. I recommend it heartily.
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