C2G USB to DB25 IEEE-1284 Parallel Printer Adapter Cable 6ft printer cable 72" (1.83 m) Blue

The USB to DB25 IEEE-1284 Printer Cable by Cables To Go enables a parallel printer to be connected to a USB port on a PC or hub. This is ideal for computers without a parallel port or in order to 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: USB A Male to DB25 Female. - Connects to the parallel cable from your printer to a USB port on your computer. - Perfect for inkjet, laser and other high-speed printers. - 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, Windows XP, and Windows Vista.

• Keeps the parallel port on a PC free by using USB instead
• Connect multiple printers using USB instead of parallel
• Eliminates the need for a switchbox by using USB ports