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Written by Chris Jones Thursday, December 15, 2011 12:27

Join our eNewsletter subscriber list--  Here at Carefree, we've developed a monthly newsletter designed to keep you informed on the happenings in the great big world of office imaging. For instance, we use this once-monthly email newsletter to:

• quickly inform you of special promotions and discounts at Carefree
• communicate ways to save money on office printing
• pass on helpful technical tips that will help you get the most from your office printing, copying and scanning technology
• announce fun contests for tickets to local sporting events and other great prizes

My Favorite Movie of the Last Ten Years

Written by Chris Jones Tuesday, November 08, 2011 14:51

The Best Movie for Families (and especially Fathers) is at theatres now-  It's called "COURAGEOUS" and I highly recommend it for the whole family (maybe 8 and older).  But hurry, because it likley won't be at theaters long as all good spiritually-based films seem to have short showings these days (think "Soul Surfer").  Plenty of cop excitement for the teenage boys (mine are 14 and 17 and they loved it) and lots for the girls and moms to like too.  A real Life-Changer movie!  Rated PG.  See a review here and don't miss this movie:  

http://www.courageousthemovie.com/themovie

Announcing Lexmark Printer Authorized Service Certification

Written by Chris Jones Wednesday, November 02, 2011 13:51

Lexmark Printer Warranty Service and Repair Authorizations now held by Carefree Office Technology, Inc.-  While our printer technicians have been qualified and highly experienced to provide Lexmark repairs and maintenance for many years, COT only recently decided to become Lexmark printer certfied for both warranty and non-warranty printer issues. Now, our clients with Lexmark printers, mfps and all-ones can receive Lexmark warranty service too.  Both onsite and carry-in (drop off) service is available!  Send an email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 703-385-1700 for more info!

HP Printer Support: Avoiding a Printer Service Call for Paper Jams

Written by Chris Jones Thursday, October 27, 2011 13:40

HP Printer Support: Avoiding a Printer Service Call for Paper Jams-  One of the most common HP printer problems in the popular Hewlett-Packard LaserJet  4200, 4300, 4250, 4350, P4015, P4515, and the P3005 series of printers is that the adjustable guides in the paper trays are not set correctly for the size of paper being used.  If the paper is not getting pulled up and out of the paper tray and into the printer, then this is most likely your problem.  You need to check and set both the side & the rear guides to match the paper size that you're using.  Pull out all of the paper and look at the bottom of the tray to examine the adjustable guides to make sure they are in the correct position for your paper.  If you still have paper input jams after following this advice, give us a call or send an email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and we'll be in your office in a hurry!

Lexmark and Low Cost Compatible Toner

Written by Chris Jones Tuesday, October 11, 2011 12:02

It's not a good thing when a printer manufacturer tries to keep end-users from utilizing lower cost compatible toner supplies...See how Lexmark has the U.S. Int'l Trade Commission fighting this battle for it: http://www.marketwatch.com/story/us-international-trade-commission-rules-in-lexmarks-favor-2011-09-30?reflink=MW_news_stmp

Government Tracking: Laser Printer Tech to Track Documents

Written by Chris Jones Friday, September 23, 2011 00:00

Not sure if this is true- Hope not: Government Uses Color Laser Printer Technology to Track Documents http://soc.li/6Tt4T6U