Image forming devices and marketing methods

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C705S027200, C705S028000, C705S014270, C709S219000, C347S019000, C347S020000, C400S076000, C399S012000, C358S001100, C358S001140, C358S001150, C358S001160

Reexamination Certificate

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07437311

ABSTRACT:
Image forming devices and marketing methods are described. One aspect of the invention provides an image forming device including an image engine configured to use a consumable to form a hard image; a consumable interface adapted to couple with the consumable; and processing circuitry configured to: access a condition associated with an operation of the image forming device; monitor the operation of the image forming device; forward a request externally of the image forming device responsive to the monitoring indicating an occurrence of the condition; receive a message after the forwarding; and communicate the message.

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