Startech USB to Parallel Printer adapter 1.8m

STARTECH 1.8m USB to Parallel Printer Adapter - ICUSB1284

Breathe new life into your trusted parallel printer with the StarTech.com 1.8m (6 ft) USB to Parallel Printer Adapter. This high-quality adapter cable is the perfect solution for connecting legacy parallel port printers to modern laptops or desktop computers that are equipped only with USB-A ports. Eliminate the need for a costly printer upgrade by seamlessly bridging the technology gap between your reliable equipment and current PC hardware. Ideal for home offices, businesses, and IT professionals, this adapter ensures you can continue to use your perfectly functional printers without the hassle of parallel port cards or complex network setups.

The ICUSB1284 6 ft USB to Parallel Printer Adapter - M/M allows USB capable PCs to print to any standard parallel printer, converting a USB port into a Centronics (male) connector for direct connection to a parallel printer.

The USB interface provides a much faster data transfer rate than standard parallel ports, thereby reducing the time spent waiting for a print job or data transfer to be sent.

A portable, space-saving solution, the USB to Parallel Printer Adapter is self-powered and provides Plug and Play installation on Windows® based, USB-compliant computers.

Key Benefits
* Cost-Effective Solution: Extend the lifespan of your existing parallel printers (including dot matrix, older laser printers, and plotters) by making them compatible with modern USB-only computers, saving you from unnecessary hardware replacement costs.
* Enhanced Performance: Experience significantly reduced print job waiting times. The USB interface facilitates a much faster data throughput compared to traditional IEEE 1284 parallel ports, boosting your productivity.
* Effortless Installation: With its plug-and-play design, setup is incredibly simple. Just connect the adapter to your computer´s USB port and your printer´s Centronics port; the host computer will automatically detect and configure the necessary drivers on compatible operating systems.
* Ultimate Portability and Convenience: The adapter is bus-powered directly from the USB-A port, eliminating the need for an external power adapter or bulky power bricks. Its integrated 1.8-meter cable and compact, lightweight design make it an ideal accessory for laptop users or for use in workspaces with limited room.

Main Features
* Direct Male-to-Male connection: USB-A to Centronics (36-Pin).
* Fully compliant with USB 1.1 specifications for broad compatibility.
* Supports the IEEE 1284 standard for parallel communication.
* Enables bi-directional communication between the PC and the printer.
* Achieves a maximum data transfer rate of 1.2 MBps in EPP mode.
* Low power consumption, powered directly from the host USB connection.
* Features a reliable and widely supported Prolific PL-2305 chipset.

Technical Specifications
* Product ID: ICUSB1284
* Connector 1: 1x USB-A (4 pin) Male
* Connector 2: 1x Centronics (36 pin) Male
* Cable Length: 1.8 m (6.0 ft)
* Interface: USB 1.1
* Chipset: Prolific - PL-2305
* Power Source: USB-Powered
* Windows® 98SE, ME, 2000, XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11
* Windows Server® 2000, 2003, 2008 R2, 2012, 2012 R2, 2016, 2019
* Mac OS® 9.x, 10.x
* Linux 2.4.x to 4.11.x (LTS versions only)