Canon IP5200R or IP5000 with a print server?

TazExprez

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I am thinking about buying another printer. I have bought several
Canon printers over the years and am pretty happy with them all. I
currently have the i850, i860, and the BJC-50.

I was thinking about getting a either an IP5200R or an IP5000. I have
two laptops at home, so I would really like the wireless feature.

I like the IP5000 because of it's cheaper ink prices. I don't use
non-OEM inks. I was wondering if I could use the automatic on and off
features on this printer if I use a print server? Also, if I got a
print server, I would like it to have USB 2.0.

Btw, I have a home network with two routers, one is wired-only, and the
other is wired and wireless with 802.11b and 802.11g.

I have found the IP5000 and IP5200R at a very similar prices, both
close to $200.00, with the IP5200R being about $30.00 to $40.00 more.

Is the IP5200R essentially identical to the IP5000, but with new, more
expensive ink?

Thanks for any help.