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    Thinkpad printer connection

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by hatmann, Aug 2, 2006.

  1. hatmann

    hatmann Notebook Enthusiast

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    I'm considering a Thinkpad Z60 but cannot find a parallel port listed on the specs.

    How then to connect my aging HP LaserJet 4L?
    Can it be done?

    Thanks,
     
    hatmann, Aug 2, 2006
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    drumfu super modfu

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    laserjet 4L !!!?!?!?!

    total timewarp !!!!

    i think you have a couple options:

    1. network the printer; either onto a desktop that has a parallel port and share it out (the desktop will have to be "on" for it to work) or buy an adapter that will put it on the LAN (i.e., a "print server")
    2. parallel > usb adapter (if there is such a thing?)
     
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    NetBrakr Notebook Deity

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  4. hatmann

    hatmann Notebook Enthusiast

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    Timewarp? Absolutely. The printer is a few girlfriends old!

    HP is still cranking out cartridge replacements though. And the darn thing just keeps on working. Maybe if I could find a new model that is equally reliable and also fits on the tiny spot of real estate available on my desk.......

    Any thoughts?

    To the point -- I have only the latop, no desktop to network.

    Is there such a thing as a parallel > usb adapter?
     
    hatmann, Aug 2, 2006
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    hatmann Notebook Enthusiast

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    The printer is actually circa 1993!

    Thanks much for the fast response.

    NetBrakr, that looks like it might work.

    (Or maybe it really is time for a replacement.)
     
    hatmann, Aug 2, 2006
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