Hewlett Packard Deskjet 3745 printers are easy to install and use. The 3745 is an inkjet printer that offers laser-quality black printing and up to 4800-optimized dots per inch color printing. A special feature of this printer is its ability to print 4X6 borderless photos.

The HP Deskjet 3745 printer connects to the USB port of a PC or Macintosh computer. It offers photo printing software and a compact design with a fold-up paper tray. Desktop tools include a print cancel feature, ink level indicator and five print performance modes.

Since HP Deskjet 3745 color printers have been discontinued and are no longer available in HP's online store, here are some things to consider if you already own or want to purchase an HP 3745 printer:

1. Used and closeout printers can be purchased from local or online retailers and auctions.

2. Online support is available from HP's website.

3. It's easy to find supplies for your HP 3745 color printer.

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Find used or refurbished HP 3745 printers

You can get a great deal on a used or refurbished HP 3745 printer. They can be difficult to find, since they don't last as long as laser printers.

I recommend: Dolphin Enterprises offers refurbished HP Deskjet 3745 color inkjet printers with a 90-day warranty. You can find closeout and overstock color inkjet printers at the HP Business Outlet. Products are not always in stock. If you can't find a 3745 printer, consider purchasing a compatible newer model.

Get paper and ink cartridges for HP 3745 color printers

The HP 3745 takes two ink cartridges: the HP 27 Black inkjet print cartridge and the HP 28 Tri-color inkjet print cartridge. When it comes to purchasing ink cartridges, you have a choice of new, genuine cartridges, generic cartridges or remanufactured cartridges. With a remanufactured cartridge, ink is recycled. They are much cheaper than new cartridges, but the output and quality may not be the same. You will also need paper for your printer, including photo and other specialty paper.

I recommend: For guaranteed quality, choose branded ink jet cartridges. You can save money by giving remanufactured ink cartridges a try through websites such as Clickinks.com. Hewlett Packard offers paper for the 3745 color inkjet, including photo paper. before committing to a large purchase of paper, create your own sample pack of paper from MIS Associates Inc.

Get support and drivers for HP DeskJet 3745 printers

Whether you already own an HP Deskjet 3745 printer or plan to buy a used one, you will need drivers to install the printer and support for questions that arise as you use it.

I recommend: The Hewlett-Packard Development Company L.P. provides support, manuals and drivers on its website. You can also get support from the forums at FixYa Inc.

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• •  If your Hewlett Packard Deskjet 3745 printer is an essential part of your business, make sure you're prepared to purchase a replacement printer if it breaks. Once the printer is out of warranty, you'll be hard pressed to find a technician to repair it.