My problem is that I went shopping the other day and all the new printers are compatible to only Windows 2000 or Windows XP. Would any of these models work on Windows 98? If not, Is it possible to find a printer that is Windows 98 compatible in this day and age, or just go on Ebay and buy one?
2007-11-15 10:25:14 · 12 answers · asked by golfdodger 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Printers
CHECK THE MANUFACTURERS WEBSITE FIRST!
The people who say "yea, its probably compatible" are likely wrong. Drivers written for NTFS True 32-Bit windows 2000 MAY OR MAY NOT work with the 16-bit emulated 32-bit Windows 98, ESPECIALLY since all CONSUMER type printers are USB interface! Get a model number, and visit the manufacturers website.
2007-11-15 10:40:09 · answer #1 · answered by Troy G 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would suggest you go to the web sites of the major printer manufacturers and search for a listing of current models that have Win 98 drivers available. Some will, and most won't.
Once you have a list of models that will work with Win 98, you can search on yahoo or eBay for sellers.
The other option, more time consuming and costly, is to upgrade you computer to Xp. Many older computers will run Xp just fine, if you can put at least 256Mb of memory into the machine, and have at least a 300MHz processor.
2007-11-15 10:32:02 · answer #2 · answered by Mcgoo 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you can easily find a printer nowadays that works on windows 98- the truth is... that printer probably will work on windows 98. Just to be certain, get a used printer- good idea.
On my advise though, dont believe everything you read- on the printer boxes, and in general in life!
2007-11-15 10:28:42 · answer #3 · answered by studio 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe the newer printers are compatible with 98 except that they all have USB connections and your 98 probably doesn't. You can get a USB card installed at your PC services shop for around $35 in Australia.
2007-11-15 10:30:00 · answer #4 · answered by Rowen 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
most of the printers today use usb connections. usb support in windows 98 is terrible. if you were to buy a printer for win98, a serial or parallel connection is a better choice.
ebay's a good place to look. if you were to buy a printer in ebay though, make sure the seller also provides you with the driver cd for the printer.
2007-11-15 10:34:24 · answer #5 · answered by happietowner 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, it looks like everyone is giving you good ideas where to find a 98 compatible printer. My advice? Upgrade to 2000 Pro or XP. I use 2000 Pro for years now with very few problems and everything is still compatible, for now.............
2007-11-15 10:34:20 · answer #6 · answered by Old Geezer 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most of the new printers use USB interfaces, not Parallel as in the old days. There are still parallel printers around but not many. Keep looking. I have an old one that's a scanner/printer that prints on both sides of the paper that you can have for $75. You just have to come to the Seattle area to get it... ;) Check CraigsList for bargains.
2007-11-15 10:29:19 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would have been helpful if you provided some specifications. In 2004, I purchased a few used computers capable of running Windows 98 or 2000 for about $20 each. In 2006, I purchased another one - same make and model - for $5. (Same surplus store, same "blue book" reference price.) They work fine, and I'm still using one (running a Linux package for a special application). But they've got no market value. A Windows 98 machine in 2010? In the U.S., you'd have to pay to get rid of it.
2016-05-23 07:57:46 · answer #8 · answered by venus 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are likely to need a driver.
Suggest you shop for an older printer, search for a driver on the internet, download it; then buy the printer.
2007-11-15 10:28:35 · answer #9 · answered by A Guy 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
usally can download windows 98 drivers for new printers from manufactureres site
2007-11-15 10:29:43 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋