6ft (1.8m) USB to DB25 Parallel Printer Adapter Cable
6ft USB to DB25 Parallel Printer Adapter Cable for connecting inkjet or laser printers to USB-A ports
The CG16899 is a 6 ft (1.8 m) USB to DB25 Parallel Printer Adapter Cable designed to connect inkjet, laser, or high-speed printers to computers that lack a dedicated parallel port. By utilizing a USB-A Male to DB25 Female configuration, this active device allows installers to bypass the complexities of IRQ sharing associated with traditional parallel connections. It is a practical solution for environments with multiple printers, as it enables connection to various USB ports, eliminating the requirement for an external switchbox. This cable is fully plug-and-play compatible and supports bi-directional communication through auto-negotiated hardware recognition for faster protocol setup. While it is highly compatible with mobile workstations like the Microsoft® Surface® Book 2, Surface Pro 6, and Surface Laptop 2, it is specifically intended for standard parallel printers and is not designed to support multi-function printers or other parallel devices. It functions by utilizing the operating system's USB Printing Support function and is not intended to create a virtual LPT port.
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Specifications
| Cable Length | 6 ft (1.8 m) |
| Shipping Weight | 0.27 lbs (0.1 kg) |
| Cable Type | ParallelUSB |
| Color | Blue |
| Connector 1 | (1) USB-A Male(1) USB-A Male |
| Connector 2 | (1) DB25 Female(1) DB25 Female |
| Product Type | Active DeviceAdapterCable |
| TAA Compliant | No |
| UPC | 757120168997 |
| Certifications | NDAA 889Prop 65REACHRoHSTSCA |
| Jacket Material | PVC |
| Warranty | 5 years |
Questions about this part
Will the CG16899 work with my multi-function printer?
This adapter is designed specifically for use with a standard parallel printer; it is not intended to support multi-function printers or other parallel devices.
Does this adapter create a virtual LPT port on my computer?
No, this adapter uses the existing USB Printing Support function of your operating system rather than creating a new LPT port.
Can I use this cable with a Microsoft Surface device?
Yes, it is compatible with leading laptops including the Microsoft® Surface® Book 2, Surface Pro 6, and Surface Laptop 2.
Do I need to install special drivers for this adapter?
The device is fully plug-and-play compatible and features auto-negotiated hardware recognition to streamline the protocol setup process.
How does this cable help when managing multiple printers?
It allows you to connect multiple printers to various USB ports, which eliminates the need for an external switchbox.