Tony   10 #1 Posted September 2, 2004 After a series of upgrades we've got 2 USB only PC's that don't have any parallel printer ports.  We also have 2 parallel HP printers (a laser and a multifunction ink jet) that I want to connect.  Now I have a hub, but its got only 1 port, and I really want a hub / adaptor with 2 parallel ports so theres no need to keep swapping wires. I don't mind using one of the PC's as a print server. but remember it only has USB.  Is there anything out there? Maybe wireless? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
genesiscouch   10 #2 Posted September 2, 2004 Do you want each printer on a separate computer? or both printers accessible from either computer? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Tony   10 #3 Posted September 2, 2004 Well ones a desktop and the other is a laptop, so I'm happy for them both to connect to the desktop. Everything is on a wireless network too, so sharing isnt a problem. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
genesiscouch   10 #4 Posted September 2, 2004 A wireless print server with dual parallel part inputs does exist but I think the cost doesn't make sense...you'd be better off buying new printers. A parallel port based inkjet must be 5+ years old by now?  You can buy Belkin parallel to USB adapters off eBay for £5 or so. That might be your best option...and then use printer sharing over your wireless to connect your laptop. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Skatiechik   10 #5 Posted September 2, 2004 On a side note, has anyone had problems with USB printers sharing across the network? Can't seem to get mine to work properly, whereas the parellel printer will.  Hope you don't mind me hijacking your thread Tony Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...