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9 stars
You can't beat this Laser Fax Machine
by postype on November 22, 2005
Pros: So many features including PC interface - Economical
Cons: Very few if any - poor scanning software
Summary: This 5-In-One unit is truly awesome, I did my research before purchasing the MFC-8220. I did not have much respect for Brother, I do now!!! I looked at a number ...
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Summary: This 5-In-One unit is truly awesome, I did my research before purchasing the MFC-8220. I did not have much respect for Brother, I do now!!! I looked at a number of similar units from an assortment of manufacturers. Brother has done their homework and comeup with a B&W Laser Multi-Function unit that is one of the best. If you are looking for the best then look no more....
1. Top quality Fast laser output by either faxes received, Printing direct from your PC or Mac or Top quality Copies from your scanned original.
2. The fax software is awesome on the PC, fast and paperless, lets you fax direct from your PC thru your MFC-8220. You can create a phone book on the fly or just enter any fax number for one time use and send if from almost any program on your PC, This truly saves time and paper and of course toner.
3. Cost per page for paper & toner is 2.2 Cents per page.
4. Tons of features too many to list here. Did I mention Fast, it is.
5. For just scanning with the software that came with the unit from your PC that is the drawback. This is not a flatbed so it is limited in that respect. You can't scan books, etc. The User's Guide is quite thick so I guess there are lots of features I don't know about.
6. Stores 32 numbers with 1 or 2 button storage for Speed-dial faxing and up to 300 speed dial locations.
7. Lots of reports as needed. 32 MB of memory.
8. LAN capable. Group Broadcasting. Energy Star. 250 Sheet tray. Single sheet feed also. up to 14"
9. A feature I really wanted was to have a handset for telephone use if needed when my other line is in use. This feature is also worth it.
Bottom line is if you need a Very High Quality Laser Printer, this is it, If you need a very High Quality Fax Machine This is it. If you need a very low cost unit this is it. If you want flawless software this is it for the most part.
Another great feature of the MFC-8220 is the price, you just can't beat it for what it does.
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4 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.
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4 stars
better choices available
by on June 28, 2004
Pros: Cheap, good prices on toner
Cons: Need to change separate drum, if you wait too long everything turns grey and does not ever get truely white again. Get an all-in-one with a flat glass panel for copying, sheet copiers are not as good.
3 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.
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2 stars
Do not buy!
by mosshollow on April 7, 2006
Pros: worked great for a few months!
Cons: Unreliable! Terrible print quality!
Summary: Worked fine for several months and the contrast faded. Images now are all grey. This appears to be a recurring problem for a number of us who made the mistake ...
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Summary: Worked fine for several months and the contrast faded. Images now are all grey. This appears to be a recurring problem for a number of us who made the mistake of purchasing this printer MFC-8220. Brother troubleshooting web site is of no help. Faxback phone number is always busy. The problem is not being addressed by the company. Do not make the mistake I made. Buy anything other than a Brother printer!
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2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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9 stars
Great buy for home/small office
by on September 13, 2004
Pros: I was reluctant to buy this after seeing comments about "mediocre" print quality, but was pleasantly surprised after trying it out. Text is crisp and basic graphics look good and are better the what I've seen of other comparable printers. Scans or copys o
Cons: Have to be almost directly above display panel to read anything on it. I had planned to put this on file cabinet, but had to do some rearranging so I could put it on a lower desk. My only other real complaint is that the paper guide on the back doesn't "
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1 stars
The printer/fax is a pc of crap
by BrotherCrap on July 20, 2009
Pros: None that I can see.
Cons: Software and program created by an idiot. Can't cancel a fax to save your life. On line tech support blows. Alarm is abrasive and too long.
Summary: poor functionality. poor customer support. they just won't tell you how to correct the issue. The only thing they offer is to reinstall the software. Don't by this ...
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Summary: poor functionality. poor customer support. they just won't tell you how to correct the issue. The only thing they offer is to reinstall the software. Don't by this product or any made by brother. they promise things they are not prepared to deliver.
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5 stars
Does not compare to the 8500
by richardawood on November 20, 2008
Pros: Reliable printer / faxer / copier for small jobs
Cons: If trying to fax or copy more than 20 pages you have to stand over it and watch, so that it doesn't make a mess. It is not designed to hold a lot of paper in the feeder.
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10 stars
Small office saver! Never fails for faxing & copying.
by atyger7 on September 11, 2008
Pros: Have had this for 5+ YEARS and it still works great. The rollers make a little noise, but that's to be expected at this stage of the game. It works just great for faxing and when we had to use it as a copier on occasion.
Cons: I can't think of any.
Summary: Great machine for a small office and the replacement cartridges are fairly priced. Would buy another one when ours finally dies.
Summary: Great machine for a small office and the replacement cartridges are fairly priced. Would buy another one when ours finally dies.
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10 stars
I have owned this for over a year and it still runs great. It is well worth the money!
by Mezolin on February 21, 2007
Pros: Scans to my computer flawlessly. Very fast printing, document feeding was also very fast while faxing.
Cons: When I first did the set up I had some issues that wouldn't let me print but Tech support was great and walked me through it. That was the only issue that I have had.
Summary: I was actually looking to purchase another one. I have one in my home office and recently moved to my regular office and I need one there. I won't ...
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Summary: I was actually looking to purchase another one. I have one in my home office and recently moved to my regular office and I need one there. I won't buy any other machine!
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8 stars
Terrific all-in-one
by on February 19, 2005
Pros: Fast first page out. Excellent print quality. Terrific software-based command center.
Cons: Make sure you install the PaperPort XP service-pack 2 patch or you'll be investing several hours into installing the drivers, etc.
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9 stars
Amazingly fast and economical
by on January 12, 2005
Pros: high yield 6700 sheets per cartridge, great fax interface, great features with a great price
Cons: for faxing or using the manual feed, be sure the paper is secure between the paper guides. I can feed crooked.
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