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|arrived=2014-07-01
 
|arrived=2014-07-01
 
|doesitwork=yes
 
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|hostarea=2D Printing
 
|where=Arts
 
|where=Arts
 
|certification=no  
 
|certification=no  
 
|hackable=no
 
|hackable=no
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|value=$180
 
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== What ==
 
 
This printer replaced the Konica one in the arts section on the second floor.
 
  
 
== Drivers ==
 
== Drivers ==
  
Drivers are here: http://www.brother-usa.com/support/ModelInfo.aspx?R3ModelID=DCP7065DN#.U8L6OW0tp74
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* All platforms — http://support.brother.com/g/b/downloadtop.aspx?c=us&lang=en&prod=dcp7065dn_all
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* Windows — http://download.brother.com/welcome/dlf004601/DCP-7065DN-inst-C1-USA.EXE
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* Linux — Generally, install the official RPM / DEB from Brother
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** [http://askubuntu.com/a/489920/259333 Ubuntu 14.04 instructions]
  
 
== Network Location ==
 
== Network Location ==
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Use a bonjour enabled service to locate the pritner
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* On OS X, bonjour is enabled by default. Adding the printer will download drivers from apple.
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* On Windows, install the brother drivers for the printer. The printer will then be discoverable.
  
 
MAC Address 30:05:5c:30:75:de
 
MAC Address 30:05:5c:30:75:de
  
== Incantations ==
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IP Address http://10.100.1.15/
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== Supplies ==
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From: http://www.brother-usa.com/MultiFunction/ModelDetail/4/DCP7065DN/supp#.U-K14mPp5VM
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* Toner Cartridges: TN450
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* We have a spare drum unit (DR420) in the safe. It doesn't need to be replaced nearly as often as toner does.
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== Helpful Hint ==
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It appears that the size of images to be printed defaults to metric - a member has suggested this solution.
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Comment: the size of things printed is going to depend on the printer driver, it isn't a metric or Imperial thing.
  
Some people say that if it won't print you should jiggle the network cable. Nobody knows if they have a point or are just crazy.
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When I clicked on a BMP file, IrfanVew started.
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Select Print
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  Custom
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    Width:  15.10
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    Height: 10.10
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    Look at the resulting image size on paper
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    The cm/in should match the BMP size

Revision as of 17:46, 26 February 2019


Brother DCP-7065DN Printer
Owner/Loaner PS:One
Serial Number 3066558
Make/Model Brother DCP-7065DN
Arrival Date 2014-07-01
Usability yes
Contact {{{contact}}}
Where Arts
Authorization Needed no
Hackable no
Estimated Value $180
Host Area 2D Printing


Brother DCP-7065DN Printer Area: 2D Printing https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/wiki/Brother_DCP-7065DN_Printer




Drivers

Network Location

Use a bonjour enabled service to locate the pritner

  • On OS X, bonjour is enabled by default. Adding the printer will download drivers from apple.
  • On Windows, install the brother drivers for the printer. The printer will then be discoverable.

MAC Address 30:05:5c:30:75:de

IP Address http://10.100.1.15/

Supplies

From: http://www.brother-usa.com/MultiFunction/ModelDetail/4/DCP7065DN/supp#.U-K14mPp5VM

  • Toner Cartridges: TN450
  • We have a spare drum unit (DR420) in the safe. It doesn't need to be replaced nearly as often as toner does.

Helpful Hint

It appears that the size of images to be printed defaults to metric - a member has suggested this solution.

Comment: the size of things printed is going to depend on the printer driver, it isn't a metric or Imperial thing.

When I clicked on a BMP file, IrfanVew started. Select Print

  Custom
   Width:  15.10
   Height: 10.10
    Look at the resulting image size on paper
    The cm/in should match the BMP size