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The HP Officejet Pro 8600 e-All-in-One printer is a multifunction inkjet printer / copier / scanner with swift print speeds and an intuitive touchscreen interface. The 8600 is generally recommended for home offices and professional environments that need a dependable workhorse printer.

We always recommend inkjet printers in power-constrained environment as they use a tiny fraction of the power used by laser printers, typically 17-40w for an inkjet compared with a minimum of 300w or more for a laser printer. And while the cost per page may be lower for with a laser printer, the capital costs of additional power equipment are much higher. While inkjets are universally preferred in power-constrained areas, The 8600 is specifically recommended for use in rural deployments for it’s power consumption, reliability and wide array of features. Also, while ink does cost more than laser toner on a cost-per-page basis, there capital cost of the extra power equipment to power a laser printer (batteries, solar panels, etc.) can be much higher. Typically one laser printer will use an equal or greater amount of power than the rest of the IT equipment combined. The HP Officejet Pro 8600 is a standard, dependable printer in office and classroom environments. Supplies are readily available in markets around the world and the printer’s memory card slots enable it to generate income as a rural photo printer.

Our recommendation is especially based on the following criteria:

	Power Inkjet printers in general use far less power than laser printers, which can use upwards of 250w. The 8600 uses a max of 34w when in operation and 2w when idle and in sleep mode.
	Reliability HP printers are generally very reliable and even within the brand not all inkjets are created equally. Many of HP’s DeskJet printers are rated for 1,000-5,000 pages per month (PPM). The 8600 by contrast is rated for 25,000 PPM and intended for heavy-duty business use. Regardless of actual printing needs, this duty cycle indicates a higher build quality which translates directly into fewer maintenance issues and a longer lifespan in the field.
	User Experience The 8600 is very simple to setup and use. All controls are managed through an intuitive, responsive touch screen and installation is easy regardless of the operating system used. Drivers and printer information are all available through the printer’s built-in web interface.
	Standalone / Dependencies The 8600 is extremely versatile and can be accessed over ethernet, WiFi, USB or through memory cards. The 8600 also uses ink cartridges and replacement parts that have been in production for years and are generally available worldwide.

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The Dell M110 “pocket projector” is a small, lightweight projector. Projecting a 1280×800 (720p-capable) native resolution at 300 lumens, the M110 is well-suited conference rooms or classrooms where ambient light is moderately controllable.

The Dell M110 is an excellent performer in hot, harsh environments where power usage is a concern. The LED light source generates less heat and uses less power than typical bulb-based projectors. Cooler operation requires less fan usage, which cuts down on the M110’s susceptibility to dust. The device is also very small and light, making it easier to transport. The performance is adequate, but secondary to the construction and low-power characteristics.

Our recommendation is especially based on the following criteria:

	Value The M110 represents the best value for a projector that we’ve evaluated in both the short and long term. At initial purchase the specifications are adequate with the M110 pricing at roughly 20-30% below competitors of similar performance. This price point, especially when ordered in volume, is phenomenal. The LED adds exceptional long-term value by removing costly bulb replacements. A standard projector bulb can cost 50% of the cost of a projector and typically need to be replaced every 2,000-3,000 hours. LEDs will last 30,000 hours (over 20 years of use) or longer, most likely never needing replacement and significantly lowering the M110’s total cost of ownership.
	Power The M110 is an incredibly low-power projector, using just 80w when in use. Projectors can use upwards of 300w when in use, in some cases using as much power as the rest of the equipment in a computer lab combined. Considering that low-power desktop computers run on as little as 22w, one 300w projector uses the same amount of power as the M110 and ten desktop computers.
	Ruggedness / Durability The M110 is quite durable compared to comparable projectors, owing mainly to the LED light source. Typical projectors use bulbs that require powerful fans for cooling. The LED used by the M110 generates very little heat and requires little fan usage, making it less susceptible to dust and failure from moving parts. Typical projector bulbs are also fairly fragile and can be damaged by drops or rough handling, while solid-state LEDs are far more rugged.