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This follows similar practices from manufacturers like '''HP''' forcing a "[https://www.pcworld.com/article/1656073/these-hp-printers-can-be-upgraded-to-allow-third-party-printer-ink.html Dynamic Security Feature]" (DSF) and '''Dymo''' implementing "[https://www.onlinelabels.com/articles/alternative-label-printers-to-dymo Digital Rights Management]" (DRM) via firmware updates thus limiting the end user to officially sanctioned replacement parts only. | This follows similar practices from manufacturers like '''HP''' forcing a "[https://www.pcworld.com/article/1656073/these-hp-printers-can-be-upgraded-to-allow-third-party-printer-ink.html Dynamic Security Feature]" (DSF) and '''Dymo''' implementing "[https://www.onlinelabels.com/articles/alternative-label-printers-to-dymo Digital Rights Management]" (DRM) via firmware updates thus limiting the end user to officially sanctioned replacement parts only. | ||
== <small>Model Watch</small> == | ==<small>Model Watch</small>== | ||
Listed models, links and issue cases from users experiencing restrictive implementation: | Listed models, links and issue cases from users experiencing restrictive implementation: | ||
* '''TN620''' Laser Toner: [https://www.classaction.org/news/class-action-claims-brother-international-designed-laser-printers-to-require-premature-toner-replacement print counter reduces copy capacity] | *'''[https://www.brother-usa.com/products/tn620 TN620]''' Laser Toner: [https://www.classaction.org/news/class-action-claims-brother-international-designed-laser-printers-to-require-premature-toner-replacement print counter reduces copy capacity] | ||
* | *'''[https://www.brother-usa.com/products/mfcl3750cdw MFC-3750CDW]''' All-in-One Printer: [https://forums.whirlpool.net.au/archive/35qvkyx3 3rd party cartridge rejection] | ||
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==<small>Solution</small>== | ==<small>Solution</small>== | ||
=== AIR === | ===AIR=== | ||
Currently the most practical way to halt this type of deceptive manufacturer behaviour is to: | Currently the most practical way to halt this type of deceptive manufacturer behaviour is to: | ||
#'''Abstain''' from supporting companies that are known to engage in anti-consumer practice. | #'''Abstain''' from supporting companies that are known to engage in anti-consumer practice. | ||
#'''Inform''' the community if the product you own is affected by any of the practices implemented these companies. | #'''Inform''' the community if the product you own is affected by any of the practices implemented by these companies. | ||
#'''Research''' BEFORE you buy, use or update your product. | #'''Research''' BEFORE you buy, use or update your product. | ||