Jump to content
The mkiv Supra Owners Club

Parallel port printer. Run off USB port?


Chris Wilson

Recommended Posts

http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=parallel+port+to+usb&tag=googhydr-21&index=aps&hvadid=7581423129&ref=pd_sl_92r5zsb4pp_e

 

^^ Any of these should be OK. If the cable isn't long enough, you can get USB extension cables (with a full-size USB plug at each end, one female, one male).

 

I would try Branners' suggestion first though, as that would be ideal.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

There are quite a few variables when getting it on the network.

 

If you have a router that connects your PC to the internet and it has a spare network port on the back (most have 4 ports) you can plug a CAT5 cable in to that and it will get an IP address (probably 192.168.0.x). You then just set up your computer to print to that by creating a new TCPIP port with that IP address and it can then print to it.

 

If you dont have that router and it is just your computer and the printer then you can run a crossover cable between your PC and the printer and assign it an IP from the printer config screen.

 

It is not as simple as a USB cable which really is just plug and go, so you may need a friendly local geek to help out. Usually around 10 minutes work to make it work.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.

Guest
Reply to this topic...

×   Pasted as rich text.   Restore formatting

  Only 75 emoji are allowed.

×   Your link has been automatically embedded.   Display as a link instead

×   Your previous content has been restored.   Clear editor

×   You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL.

×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

We have placed cookies on your device to help make this website better. You can adjust your cookie settings, otherwise we'll assume you're okay to continue. You might also be interested in our Guidelines, Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.