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Dark blue 1.2 m USB 2.0 male to CN36 male parallel cable with gold plugs

Sabrent USB 2.0 to CN36 Parallel Printer Cable 1.2m

SKU CH-S45X-MREXE

Connects legacy IEEE 1284 printers with a CN36 port to modern USB 2.0 computers without extra drivers

  • Connector count6
  • Connector genderMale to Female
  • Seller noticeLaptop, Printer
  • Product typeUSB C to DVI Cable
  • Overall length6 ft (1.83 m)
  • DetailsYR-250035DL1, 2.0066 L x 11.5062 W x 18.288 H centimeters, 0
  • Connect legacy IEEE 1284 printers via USB 2.0
  • Works with Windows, Mac and Linux systems
  • Multiple shielding keeps signals stable and undistorted
  • Gold-plated connectors and PVC jacket resist wear
  • 2 m cable plugs straight in, no extra drivers needed

Connecting Legacy Printers

This USB 2.0 to CN36 parallel cable connects IEEE 1284 printers to modern computers lacking a native parallel port. It suits users reactivating older hardware with a 36-pin Centronics interface. The adapter works with Windows, Mac and Linux systems on desktops and laptops. Buyers needing a 25-pin parallel connection cannot use this cable.

Cable Length And Signal Integrity

At 1.2 metres the cord reaches nearby peripherals without excess slack. Tin-plated copper conductors, aluminium foil and braided mesh provide multiple shielding for stable, undistorted data transfer. Gold-plated connectors resist corrosion for extended service. The fixed length cannot be extended, so devices farther away need a different solution.

USB 2.0 Interface Limits

The USB 2.0 male plug caps throughput at 2.0 specification speeds, which is sufficient for parallel printing tasks. No extra drivers are required beyond the printer's own driver, enabling plug-and-play setup. The cable draws power from the USB port so no external supply is needed. It does not support higher-speed USB standards or non-parallel devices.

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Price $15.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSABRENT
Model nameYR-250035DL1
Product typeUSB C to DVI Cable
Ports & slots
Connector count6
Connector genderMale to Female
Size & build
Overall length6 ft (1.83 m)

Questions about this item

Will the USB 2.0 male and CN36 male plugs fit my legacy parallel printer that uses a 36-pin Centronics port?

Yes, the cable has a USB 2.0 Type-A male connector on one end and a CN36 male Centronics connector on the other, matching IEEE 1284 parallel printers with a 36-pin port.

How can I confirm the cable is communicating correctly with the printer after plugging it in?

The operating system should detect a new USB printing support device; you can then install the printer driver and send a test page to verify data transfer.

Does the 1.2 m dark blue cable include any driver CD or software, or is it just the cable itself?

The package contains only the USB 2.0 to CN36 parallel cable; no driver disc or software is included, but the adapter works plug-and-play once the printer driver is installed.

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