Brother PPF-2800 Plain Paper Fax Machine

The 14.4K modem, integrated telephone handset, fax forwarding, paging and remote retrieval, 108 auto-dial locations, and broadcasting to up to 158 locations all combine to make the 2800 an impressive value. The 2800 is compatible with call waiting/caller ID and distinctive ring. Other features include a 20-page automatic document feeder and a 200-sheet paper tray, accommodating both letter and legal-size paper.

Nowadays it is not particularly sexy to "just" be a fax machine, but in many situations you are better off having a fax machine seperate from your copy machine, seperate from your printer. At our 20 person office that is certainly true. We had a multifunction machine and it was used to much which created lots of complexity for those of us sharing it. LInes waiting for a fax to be received so we could print, waiting to make copies while a long document is printing, and confusion over how to install and setup access for everyone's PC.

We tried to find a less expensive standalone machine but could not find one that seemed well buiilt and cost effective. The color fax machines are ink jet based and cost a lot more per page. My experience with inkjets is that they also require more maintenance. The Borthe 2800 has a straight through paper path which has not jammed for us, and we've had no issues with paper feeding.

I think that for a really small office of 1-5 people that a multi-function unit makes sense, but for anything larger you need seperate machines. If that's the case, the Brother machine is a good choice in fax machine with its laser output, high paper volume, full feature set, and relatively simple interface.


I love this machine   September 23, 2002
 25 out of 25 found this review helpful

After going through 2 panasonic fax machines and having to but cartridgres every 7-10 days this fax machine was a godsend the toner that came with my machine lasted for about 4 months and I receive faxes on a daily basis. The machine was so easy to set up and it practically works by itself. On my Panasonics I would have to sit there and hand feed thing I had to fax 1 by one I dont have that problem anymore. The images that you send and receive are so quality that my job called me because they could tell I had brought a new machine. I would recomend this machine to anyone with a small business or who works from home because the quality is great. It cost a little more but it well worth it.


Excellent - Very satisfied with this purchase so far.   August 14, 2002
 23 out of 23 found this review helpful

I am very happy with the performance of this fax machine. It is much faster and easier to use than any other fax machine I have used in the past. Haven't had to replace toner yet, but from what I can tell the per page cost is excellent compared to thermal and ink jet machines. And, you won't have to make a copy of every thermal faxes you recieve, or replace thermal paper rolls like on the cheap plain paper models. I learned from past mistakes with cheaper machines and this one is well woeth the money.


Finally---the ultimate machine   August 7, 2002
 10 out of 11 found this review helpful

After fighting and cursing through paper jams with a series of Panasonics---this is truly the ultimate machine.
Simple to set up and program---this wonderful machine almost runs itself.


Brother PPF-2800 Plain Paper Fax Machine By Brother Printer   June 15, 2002
 16 out of 20 found this review helpful

I bought this fax machine last christmas and am very happy with it. I did not want a fax through my computer or printer, just wanted a stand alone. My only problem is: THERE IS NO INFORMATION ON THE PRODUCT WHEN YOU PURCHASE IT AS TO WHAT SUPPLIES YOU NEED AS FAR AS THE TONER OR DRUM OR CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENTS. I HAVE HAD TO SEARCH ELSEWHERE ON THE NET TO LOCATE SOMEONE TO PURCHASE THESE ITEMS FROM. I think the required supplies needed to keep this machine in operation should be noted at the time of purchase. This is an excellent outstanding machine and I would recommend it to anyone.