CablesToGo 6 ft. Port Authority USB IEEE-1284 Parallel Printer Adapter Cable

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  • Good length (7)
  • Rugged (4)
  • Versatile (4)
  • Warranty (2)
  • Incompatible with vista (1)
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Why waste your parallel port on your high-speed printer? With Cables To Go's USB to IEEE-1284 Printer Cable, you can use your USB port on your PC or hub and free-up the parallel port for a Zip drive or scanner. Forget the hassles of IRQ sharing by adapting your high-speed printer to USB. If you have multiple printers, you can eliminate the need for a switchbox by connecting each printer to a USB port. The device is fully transparent to the user, and is ideal for true bi-directional communication.

Features:

  • Connectors: One USB A to Centronics 36 Male
  • Perfect for inkjet, laser and other high-speed printers
  • Supports standard PC parallel port operation
  • Auto negotiates hardware recognition for faster protocol setup
  • Fully Plug N Play compatible
  • Compliant with USB 1.0 specifications
  • Compatible with Microsoft Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000, and Windows XP
  • Includes manual and driver disk
  • Color: beige
  • Length: 6 ft.

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About Cables To Go

Cables To Go is quickly becoming the leading expert in the connectivity industry. By focusing on computer and electronic connectivity, using only the finest components and the latest construction technologies to optimize cable performance, and ensuring compliance with industry specifications, Cables To Go continues to succeed in their mission of delivering custom-made cables at an affordable price.

Cables To Go started in 1984 in the back room of a small Dayton, Ohio computer store. Over two decades later, their popularity continues to grow and they've become a leading manufacturer and distributor of computer cables and connectivity solutions.

When you choose Cables To Go, you'll receive the highest quality connectivity products, a lifetime warranty on all cables, and free hands-on technical support that continues long after you've received your order. Join hundreds of thousands of customers, and make Cables To Go your one stop source for connectivity.

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[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★★
5.0
Old Parrallel Printer Attachment

"I have a very High End printer for home use (Lexmark 4039 16L Plus) I've had since 1995 which has been great. Well, the new computers no longer have parallel ports. This was a life saver for me. Thanks, Shannon..." Read Full Review »

Nov 09, 2009 by Shannon

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Does not work on some printers.

"When I bought a new computer, it didn't have a parallel port for my HP 6L laser printer. This cable appeared to be the best option to keep running my old laser printer. But I find that this is one model that these cables evidently are ineffective on. Do a web search first to see if this cable will work on your printer. I searched after finding it wouldn't work, and it became obvious that there is something a..." Read Full Review »

May 05, 2009 by SCOGRE

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Old Parrallel Printer Attachment

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Performance
  • Good Length
  • Good Warranty
  • Rugged
  • Versatile

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • High-End Equipment
 

"I have a very High End printer for home use (Lexmark 4039 16L Plus) I've had since 1995 which has been great. Well, the new computers no longer have parallel ports. This was a life saver for me.



Thanks,



Shannon "

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Milford, Oh.
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CablesToGo 6 ft. Port Authority USB IEEE-1284 Parallel Printer Adapter Cable Review

Does not work on some printers.

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3.0

    Pros

  • Rugged
  • Well made

    Cons

  • Incompatible

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"When I bought a new computer, it didn't have a parallel port for my HP 6L laser printer. This cable appeared to be the best option to keep running my old laser printer. But I find that this is one model that these cables evidently are ineffective on. Do a web search first to see if this cable wil …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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SCOGRE
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CablesToGo 6 ft. Port Authority USB IEEE-1284 Parallel Printer Adapter Cable Review

Worked like a charm..

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Performance
  • Good Length
  • Versatile

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • High-End Equipment
 

"I wanted to use my laptop without a parallel port for my trusty old DEC Laser5100 printer. Installed printer driver to LPT1, then installed USB to Parallel cable adapter, and Windows XP recognized and installed the driver. Plugged cable to printer's parallel port, changed the printer port to USB00 …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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CablesToGo 6 ft. Port Authority USB IEEE-1284 Parallel Printer Adapter Cable Review

Works great!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Performance
  • Good Length
  • Rugged
  • Versatile

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • High-End Equipment
 

"I found that it didn't work with a few HP printers but by and large, it works with just about everything else. I've recommended this product to everybody, as new computers rarely come with a parallel port these days. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Aug 14 2009
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Detroit, MI
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CablesToGo 6 ft. Port Authority USB IEEE-1284 Parallel Printer Adapter Cable Review

Works better than expected

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Performance

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"I had an old HP LasarJet L6 than only had a C36 interface. This cable quickly connected the printer to USB port and Windows XP immediately recognize the printer and it works prefectly. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Oct 19 2009
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