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Deskjet parallel port

‎05-25-2012 01:16 PM

I am using an old HP printer (842C Deskjet) which works fine as my LAN connected printer. I am about to replace the computer to which it's connected with one that probably does not have a parallel port to match the connector on the Deskjet. Is there such a thing as a converter (USB-to-parallel) to enable me to continue using the Deskjet? Is there another way to address this problem other than buying a new printer? The two-year old HP computer at the other end of the LAN does not have a parallel port. Am I going about this "problem" correctyly?

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Re: Deskjet parallel port

‎05-25-2012 02:15 PM

Hi, the 842C comes with both parallel & USB ports.

You just need a USB printer cable.



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