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Old Printer and New Computer

Aug 18, 2009 1:29PM PDT

How can I get my old but trusty 4050n HP printer to work with my new computer that has no parallel port? I have some other ports on the back of the printer. Two kind of look like those used to connect up a monitor. Another looks like a PS2 port I think it is called that was used and I guess still is used to connect a keyboard or mouse.

thanks in advance for any help,
Dave

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Aug 18, 2009 10:23PM PDT
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Parallel to usb
Aug 20, 2009 12:10AM PDT

You could TRY a parallel to USB adapter, that is a maybe. If the printer software is not compatible with the OS and there isn't a driver package update from the manufacturer (HP)you likely have a sea anchor, good luck!!!