Geek Coolness
By JoeBruin88. Filed in Computers |Tags: Computers, printers, technology
Today the four-port USB switch arrived, which allows me to share four USB devices with two computers, my PC and my PowerBook. So I have my junk printer HP DeskJet 880C (which is on its last leg since it’s printing only black and white now), my Canon PIXMA iP1600 (which I use for color printing), my HP LaserJet 1012, and my Canoscan LIDE 50 scanner. With the press of a button, I can use either computer with all four devices.
I also have the print server connected to the cable modem, which allows me to share the old HP DeskJet. The other two newer printers don’t seem to like the print server. In any case, it will allow any computer in the house to print in black and white. Mainly, I wanted something I could print to from downstairs when I’m using the laptop there.
I placed the switch underneath my desk to try to remove the clutter, so maybe I’ll have to switch with my toes. But I doubt that I will switch very much since I don’t really use my PC all that much.
I also placed my external hard drive underneath my desk which clears up some more space. This weekend, I will finish cleaning my office/desk now that summer school is finally over.