Digital BW, The Print

I'm new to the digital world and need to get feedback on what it takes 
to get started. I'll still shoot with my film cameras, 35mm and 2-1/4 
and scan into my computer which is an Dell XP. I'm looking for 
information on software, scanners and printers. 90% of my work will be 
in b/w and will need to be copied onto fiber based paper. I usually 
work in 8x10 or smaller but would like the option of 11x17. Thanks for 
your help. Greg