The USB to DB25 IEEE-1284 Printer Cable by enables a parallel printer to be connected to a USB port on a PC or hub. This is ideal for computers without a parallel port or in order to free-up the parallel port for a Zip drive or scanner. Forget the hassles of IRQ sharing by adapting your high-speed printer to USB. If you have multiple printers you can eliminate the need for a switchbox by connecting each printer to a USB port. The device is fully transparent to the user and is ideal for true bi-directional communication. Features Connectors: USB A Male to DB25 Female. Connects to the parallel cable from your printer to a USB port on your computer. Perfect for inkjet laser and other high-speed printers. Auto-negotiates hardware recognition for faster protocol setup. Fully Plug-N-Play compatible. Compliant with USB 1.0 specifications. Compatible with Microsoft Windows 98 Windows Me Windows 2000 Windows XP and Windows Vista.