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Research a wide variety of office machines and supplies, from printers and shredders to copiers and overhead projectors, with eHow’s office equipment How Tos. Got a major paper jam? Bypass the repairman and use eHow’s expertise to fix the problem yourself. In the market for a voice recorder or transcriber? eHow can help make the choice easier. Additionally, thrifty shoppers can even use eHow to learn to buy liquidated office equipment.

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How to Troubleshoot an Epson Inkjet Printer

By eHow Computers Editor

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Epson inkjet printers are relatively easy to repair and troubleshoot. Follow these steps to identify the problem and troubleshoot your Epson inkjet printer... more »

How to Troubleshoot an Epson Laser Printer

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Is your Epson color printer not printing properly? Is it eating paper and shooting out gibberish? Epson has several different ways to help you fix your printer. Here are some tips on how to troubleshoot an Epson color laser printer:.. more »

How to Troubleshoot an Epson Photo Inkjet Printer

By eHow Computers Editor

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As with any printer, an Epson Photo Inkjet Printer sometimes goes on the fritz and you need to take the time to troubleshoot it. Epson technical support is always there, but it is best to troubleshoot on your own before calling for help. Here’s ... more »

How to Troubleshoot an HP Photo Inkjet Printer

By eHow Computers Editor

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When your HP Photo Inkjet printer acts funny, it’s time to troubleshoot. Running a few simple tests can save you a call to technical support. Here’s how you can troubleshoot an HP Photo Inkjet Printer... more »

How to Understand All of the New Postal Rules

By DOttFlorida

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Have you ever received mail and wondered why one envelope may have weighed the same as another, but they were charged differently? Confused about the Forever Stamp? Out with 1 grouping of First Class Mail in with 3 - Letters, Flats, Parcels. ... more »

How to Upgrade Memory on a Laser Printer

By eHow Computers Editor

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Laser printers load documents fully onto the printer’s memory before they begin printing, which is why they run so quick. When you upgrade the memory on a laser printer, you allow the printer to load and print more elaborate pages, as well as ... more »

How to Use a Conversion Calculator

By eHow Business Editor

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Conversion calculators can be great resources that are easy to use in many different situations. Whether you are a student working in a science lab, an engineer working on a project or a cook in a kitchen, converting measurements is part of ... more »

How to Use a Currency Calculator

By eHow Business Editor

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Weather planning an international trip, buying goods directly from another country or simply comparing the prices of products around the globe, the internet has made finding most exchange rates incredibly simple with the creation and simple use ... more »

How to Use a Ledger

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Ledgers are books used in businesses. You use ledgers in accounting and bookkeeping. Depending on your needs you can get different types of rulings--these include standard, balance, progressive and miscellaneous. The most common ruling is the ... more »

How to Use a Paper Clip

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If you've ever needed to break it down, for a tech writing job test for example, here it is... more »

How to Use a Paper Cutter

By eHow Business Editor

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Most people typically use scissors to cut paper. However, if you cut a lot of paper frequently or want straight, clean edges that prove difficult to accomplish with manual scissors, then a paper cutter can provide the answer for you. These ... more »

How to Use a Postage Rate Calculator

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Postage rate calculators are a valuable tool used by businesses and individuals that can help you save time. Rate calculators can be used to determine the amount of shipping needed for anything from a small letter to an oversized package... more »

How to Use a Slide Projector

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Using a slide projector is easy, if you know the basics. Here they are... more »

How to Use a Solar Power Calculator

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Nearly every basic calculator has a set of solar panels built into it. Even so, these calculators usually come with a battery inside that actually powers the device. These panels help extend the life of the calculator by slowly recharging the ... more »

How to Use a Three-Hole Punch

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Three-hole punches are a staple of every office and classroom. By using one, you can put your loose sheets into a binder, keeping them safe and organized. On the downside, they can also be messy and a headache to maintain. Most three-hole punches ... more »

How to Use a Transcriber

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The need for the use of a transcription machine increases as a new business develops, the mission of an organization changes, or business growth dictates the requirement of a hard copy log of the company’s transactions... more »

How to Use Dust Remover

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Dust remover is one of those cool inventions that never gets the credit it deserves. It helps keep electronics clean and running and sanitizes work areas. Dust remover comes in several sizes and configurations, but it typically is a can (about ... more »

How to Use Faxes in Your Job Search

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With the Internet providing access to job boards, the fax machine is a helpful piece of technology that is often forgotten in job searches. However, it could be the most effective tool for getting your information into the hands of prospective ... more »

How to Use Internet Faxing for a Home Business

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If you are running a business from home, you will often need to send and receive faxes. If you do not have a fax machine, you will need to utilize Internet faxing for your home business. By using Internet faxing instead of traditional faxing, you ... more »

How to Use Old Pill Bottles

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Making use of old prescription bottles is easy. It really depends on what your needs may be. Now days they come in a wide variety of sizes... which can be used for a wide variety of things. The labels are easy to remove. And you have the ... more »

How to Use the Post Office From Home

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Don't feel like waiting in line at the post office? You don't need to. The United States Postal Service has a wide array of services that you can access online. Save yourself a trip and a load of time by doing all sorts of routine tasks from ... more »

How to View Received Faxes From the Web

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The home office is getting ever more compact, and there are now machines that can perform many different tasks all in one small package. One facet of this trend is the ability to send and receive faxes using your computer and an Internet ... more »