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Six-foot USB-A to Centronics 36-pin parallel printer cable, black moulded connectors

Cables Unlimited

Cables Unlimited USB-1470-06 6 ft USB to Parallel printer cable

SKU CH-3TMG-CJAZF

Connects a Centronics 36-pin parallel printer to a USB 1.1 port, drawing power from the bus and supporting Windows 98 through Vista

  • Connect legacy parallel printers to modern USB-only computers
  • Bi-directional data transfer between PC and printer supported
  • USB 1.1 compliant Type-A interface for broad compatibility
  • Centronics 36-pin male connector fits standard printer ports
  • Bus-powered design draws power directly from the USB port

Connect legacy parallel printers via USB

This adapter cable lets you attach a Centronics 36-pin parallel printer to a USB Type A port on modern laptops and desktops. It draws power directly from the USB connection so no external supply is needed. Bi-directional communication is supported for standard printing tasks. The cable is 6 ft long and compliant with USB 1.1.

USB 1.1 bandwidth and Windows version limits

The link runs at USB 1.1 speeds, which is adequate for text and basic graphics but will bottleneck high-resolution photo output. Driver support is listed for Windows 98, 2000, XP and Vista only; Windows 10 is explicitly not supported. Multi-function devices lose fax and scan features when connected through this adapter.

Plug-and-play convenience for older peripherals

Installation is automatic on the supported operating systems with no extra software required. The bus-powered design keeps cable clutter to a minimum and frees up a mains socket. It works with inkjet and laser models from major brands and compatible clones. Buyers needing Windows 10 compatibility or multi-function scanning must choose a different solution.

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Price $6.99
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Questions about this item

Will the 36-pin Centronics connector on this cable fit the parallel port on my older HP LaserJet?

Yes, the cable ends in a Centronics 36-pin male connector, which is the standard interface for parallel printers including HP, Lexmark, Epson and Canon models.

How can I confirm the adapter is communicating correctly with the printer after I plug it in?

The cable supports bi-directional communication; once connected, the printer should appear in the operating system's device list and accept a test page from Windows 98, 2000, XP or Vista.

Does the package include a separate power adapter, or does it draw power solely from the USB port?

The adapter is bus-powered and draws its power directly from the USB Type-A port, so no external power supply is included or required.

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