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All technology is prone to error.

Printers, like all machines, require routine maintenance to function at a high level. On average, printers have a lifespan of 3 to 5 years, so they’re bound to have issues after this time. How long your printer lasts depends on various factors, such as the type of printer you use (inkjet or laser) and how often you use it.

Maintaining and troubleshooting your printer is important because it can help you avoid replacement costs or extra maintenance fees later. The better you can identify issues with your printer, the quicker you can fix them or find a solution.

With almost 40 years in the business, STPT's knowledge of printers and office equipment has made us experts in their maintenance and upkeep.

The imaging unit, also known as the imaging kit, image drum, or drum unit, is a replaceable supply that plays a crucial role in laser printers. It transfers toner and images/text to paper during the printing process.

If your drum is worn, you'll notice spots and/or lines on the pages, and the images will appear lighter than usual. This is a sign that you need a new drum.

At STPT, we aim to provide quality printing information that is easy to understand so you know where to find answers to your print questions. Throughout our 35+ years in the industry, we've serviced thousands of printers and want to share our knowledge with you.

If you're experiencing print quality issues or receiving notifications to replace the imaging unit on your Xerox B410 or B415 printer, don't worry. Our guide will show you how to do so step by step. Whether you're an experienced technician or a beginner, you'll find this tutorial easy to follow.

Are printer maintenance tasks leaving you feeling stumped? Does the mere thought of changing toner cartridges send shivers down your spine?  

Fear not. At STPT, we have over 40 years of expertise in the printer industry. We have serviced thousands of printers, so we understand your concerns.

Toner is long-lasting, but when the time comes to replace it, your printer will let you know. It’s a simple process that takes no time at all.

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll show you how to change toner cartridges, specifically focusing on the Xerox B410 and B415 printers. By the end of this blog, you'll feel confident tackling this essential maintenance task with ease. So, let's dive in and empower you to become a printer maintenance pro!

Welcome to The Printing Workshop! Our friendly printer technician, Matthew, is here to help you tackle a common printer woe: toner replacement for your Xerox AltaLink B8090 printer.

Toner is the lifeblood of your printer, responsible for transferring images and text onto paper with precision. But your toner cartridge depletes as you print, resulting in faded prints, streaks, or smudges. A printer with low toner is not ideal for your productivity.

This article will walk you through how to replace the toner in your Xerox AltaLink B8090 printer. We promise to make it easy to follow along. So, let's get started.

If you’d like to know more about toner, check out our article explaining what toner is and how long it lasts.

If I had told you 20 years ago that it would be possible to print photos and documents directly from your iPhone or Android using modern technology, you would have probably looked at me with confusion and concern for my mental state.

However, the advancement of technology has made it so that you can print from your smartphone no matter where you are, as long you have the conditions in place for the type of mobile printing you want to accomplish, which we will go over in this blog.