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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 Make a Paper Bag Scrapbook

By cmli

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Can you guess the best way to make a scrap book? Out of scrap, of course! I've been enamored with paper bag scrapbooks ever since my son's pre-school teacher made one for each of her students a couple of years ago. Such a great use of materials ... more »

How to Make a Paper Cup from a Sheet of Printer Paper

By Byron Reese

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Have you ever gone over to the water cooler only to see that you are out of cups? Have you been forced to glance around to make sure no one is watching before you put your mouth on the nozzle and start slurping? Well, your problems are now ... more »

How to Make an Overhead Projector

By eHow Business Editor

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A popular use for the old, traditional overhead projectors is mounting a smaller television in the light box and watching the images on the screen where they're projected. Make this your ultimate goal or just make a traditional overhead projector ... more »

How to Open a Combination Lock

By ErikaRay

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Using a combination lock is an easy way to help keep valuables secure in a locker while in class or at the gym. Common combination locks, like the ones found on most high school lockers, include a dial that can be rotated both clockwise and ... more »

How to Send a fax online

By CruiseExpert

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No fax machine? Well you can still send a fax for little or no cost... more »

How to Send an International Fax

By eHow Business Editor

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If you have international contacts, you may need to send them faxes from time to time. Although faxing to an international number is easy, you do need to perform a few different steps than when you send a fax to a United States fax number... more »

How to Send faxes online

By smilesatme1

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Do you have anything to fax but hate to buy a fax machine? Why not do it online for free or for a minimal monthly subscription fee. There are free fax services online but if you want to make it sure that your message will surely arrive to the ... more »

How to Send free fax online

By smilesatme1

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Do you want to send fax online but do not like to spend any dime? Try to read this free site that offers free fax service within United States and Canada.You can also subscribe for their monthly fees for only a dollar but just check it out and see... more »

How to Set the Time on a Comdial Impact Digital Phone System

By nethopperz

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Has the time on your phone system gradually changed? It is easier than you think to reset the time and date on these phone systems... more »

How to Shop for an Overhead Projector

By eHow Business Editor

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An overhead projector is most often used in schools for classroom presentations, but can also be used for business projects. Transparencies are placed on a flat screen and illuminated by an overhead light located in a rotating arm. This equipment ... more »

How to Sign up for a Toll-Free Internet Fax Account

By eHow Business Editor

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Using Internet faxing can benefit you and your clients. Toll-free numbers are available to receive faxes. Internet faxing removes unnecessary phone lines, allows you to receive multiple faxes at once and reduces paper waste. Toll-free Internet ... more »

How to Troubleshoot a Paper Shredder

By eHow Business Editor

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Many homes and offices own paper shredders to get rid of sensitive documents. At some point, your paper shredder might malfunction for no apparent reason. Instead of calling a repairman, you can attempt to troubleshoot the paper shredder yourself... more »

How to Use a Typewriter

By eHow Business Editor

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A typewriter? Despite the prevalence of computers, typewriters are great for printed forms, envelopes and other stuff it's difficult to get a computer to print on. There's also a certain joy in receiving a letter typed on good bond paper... more »

How to use a Dictaphone

By eHow Business Editor

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Dictaphone is a trademarked brand name for a dictation machine, a device much like a tape recorder. Managers often dictate letters using a Dictaphone. Meetings, lectures and seminars are often recorded, and secretaries or transcriptionists type ... more »

How to Use a Multimedia Projector

By eHow Business Editor

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You can use a multimedia projector for presentations, business meetings, seminars, classes or fun at home. Here are some suggestions for the different ways you can use a multimedia projector... more »

How to Use a Voice Recorder

By eHow Business Editor

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A voice recorder is a powerful piece of hardware that can allow you to record handy reminders and document your business meetings. Follow these steps to use the device... more »

How to Use an LCD Projector

By eHow Business Editor

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LCD projectors have revolutionized the audiovisual industry. With a few clicks of the mouse and strokes of the keyboard, whatever you type on your computer appears instantly on a projection screen in real time. If you have never experimented with ... more »

How to Write With a Fountain Pen

By eHow Business Editor

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In 1884 the fountain pen was invented by Lewis Waterman. It was designed after the feather quill pen. Waterman found a way to use the concept of the feather quill without having to constantly "re-ink" the pen. Here are some tips on how to write ... more »

How to Buy a Laser Fax Machine

By eHow Business Editor

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If you need to buy a new fax machine, consider upgrading to a laser fax machine. These are the most expensive fax machines available, but they generally give the best results in print quality and speed... more »

How to Buy a LCD Projector

By eHow Business Editor

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Whether it's for business, school, church or any other organization, a LCD projector is a good electronic tool for presenting multimedia presentations. Since it is an expensive item to buy, it's a good idea to know what functions the projector ... more »

How to Buy an Inkjet Fax Machine

By eHow Business Editor

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Do you need a new—or a first—fax machine? Unless you want particularly high speed and volume capability in your fax machine, an inkjet fax machine might be the best choice... more »

How to Check a Calculator's Accuracy

By eHow Business Editor

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Many people think that unless a calculator shows some gross abnormality, then it is performing correctly. Unfortunately, this is not true. A calculator can appear to be functioning normally and actually be erring its functions without its ... more »

How to Check Shredder Reviews

By eHow Business Editor

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Paper shredders come in many shapes and sizes. When deciding on a model, online reviews can help steer you to the shredder that is right for your needs. There are hundreds of different shedder models on the market and choosing one without advice ... more »

How to Check the Ink Level on an HP Inkjet Printer

By eHow Computers Editor

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Checking your ink level on an inkjet printer is fairly simple. These steps will help insure your print jobs are not ruined or faded... more »

How to Clean a Laser Printer

By eHow Computers Editor

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Cleaning a laser printer can solve minor problems, maintain print quality, and prolong periods between professional cleanings. Clean your printer when print quality deteriorates or when you change toner cartridges... more »