Date: Thu, 22 May 2014 02:04:45 +0200 From: Polytropon <freebsd@edvax.de> To: Warren Block <wblock@wonkity.com> Cc: Markus Hoenicka <markus.hoenicka@mhoenicka.de>, freebsd-questions@freebsd.org Subject: Re: USB to parallel for printer HP LaserJet 4mL Message-ID: <20140522020445.4e6aba5c.freebsd@edvax.de> In-Reply-To: <alpine.BSF.2.00.1405210954450.3743@wonkity.com> References: <20140519134901.GA2823@La-Habana> <dc790cd0fbde91fa764337208afa348c@mhoenicka.de> <alpine.BSF.2.00.1405210954450.3743@wonkity.com>
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On Wed, 21 May 2014 10:01:19 -0600 (MDT), Warren Block wrote: > I agree that a network connection is more useful. Some older routers > had parallel printer ports. Example: Linksys Wireless-G Printserver Mod. WPS54GU2. This one offers a parallel port, a USB port, RJ45 network connection and WLAN. This kind of device usually supports attaching a parallel printer and then provide a print server that can be addressed via network. > However, if the price of a used external JetDirect or USB adapter is > over $20, I would suggest instead upgrading the printer. Used business > laser printers aren't too hard to find for $50 or less, and many include > USB or Ethernet or both. They will also be much faster. Fully agree. I have obsoleted my HP Laserjet 4 with a 4000 DN some years ago for very few money - works flawlessly and much better than USB inkpee electrical sheet feeders. :-) -- Polytropon Magdeburg, Germany Happy FreeBSD user since 4.0 Andra moi ennepe, Mousa, ...
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