Parallel To USB Converter

[kanecorp]

Well, i'm making the COMPLETE switch. I'm getting rid of every PC I have (all 5 of them) and my LCD iMac, and buying a G5! The only problem I have at this point is that i have a awesome LaserJet printer (Lexmark Optra R+) and its only parallel (i believe i could had some ethernet adapter to it but i dont want to do that, plus then i would need a print server). So what i would like is a Parallel to USB converter. I did a quick search and found a hell'ova lot of USB to Parallel, but not the other way around. So if anyone has one, or knows where to get one, (and any details about them, ex: do they all work, or do you need a specific kind?) that'd be great
Thanks

[Cheryl]

Check out Belkin. They have USB Parallel Printer Adapter Model #_F5U002

Go to: http://www.belkin.com/
And click on USB at the left. All usb stuff is usb stuff. :)

[themacguy]

I think you will have fewer problems and have a more reliable printer if you purchase the ethernet option. According to the Lexmark specs, the printer supports Postscript so the ethernet adaptor (from Lexmark) will provide the best compatibility.

[kanecorp]

Originally posted by themacguy
I think you will have fewer problems and have a more reliable printer if you purchase the ethernet option. According to the Lexmark specs, the printer supports Postscript so the ethernet adaptor (from Lexmark) will provide the best compatibility.

Yeah, you're right. I decided that that was what i was gonna do just an hour before you replied. Thanks, looks like i'll be getting that...man this switch is costing me an arm and a leg!!!