HP ScanJet G2710 - Mains Lead Rubbish

[moggy]

Be warned - we've just taken delivery of one of these units and the mains lead is a massive 37cm (15-ish ins in old money).

 

I know companies are cutting costs, but this is taking cuts too far!

 

I expect HP own or have shares in an extension lead supplier.

 

It's actually not what was first observed. See correction post which follows

Edited February 2, 2009 by moggy

[moggy]

My half asleep assistant has just dug deep into the box and found the power supply to scanner lead, which is a more sensible length.

 

My assistant is now making tea and sweeping the floors!

[rosswilson]

Hehe Yes I have a HP Photosmart C6180 here that has a IEC "kettle lead" of about 15 inches, which goes into a power brick, then a long cable into the printer.

 

I had the same thoughts as you when I opened the box to find this cable.