Question 1

Will this work with Windows 8 Professional operating system?

Accepted Answer

Yes, I am using it on Windows 8 Professional computer attached to an HP printer.  I used a USB to parallel adapter for several years on a Windows XP computer, with no loss in speed.  As soon as I switched to Windows 8, the speed really slowed down (on 2 different brands of USB to parallel cables).  I believe it is entirely to do with the printer drivers.  If that is the case for you, you should really upgrade the printer.  Windows 8 does not work well with old printer drivers, at least speedily.   I have gone to a newer USB printer for regular printing, but I need to print checks using MICR ink.  I don't need the speed for this setup, so using the old parallel printer for that function works fine for me as a 2nd printer.  But Windows 8 with any printer older than 5 years seems to be very slow, regardless of cabling.

Question 2

Will this work with a computer with USB 3.1?

Accepted Answer

Yes it should work.

Question 3

I want to connect my HP laser 5p to my AirMac. Will this cable work?

Accepted Answer

Hi, sorry cannot help with MAC products. I work on Windows computer. It worked like a charm, so I don't see why it wouldn't work.

Brand	StarTech.com
Model	ICUSB128410
Type	Printer (Parallel)
Type	Cable Connectors
Color	Black

Length	10 ft.
Connector Number	2
Connector Detail	Connector A:1 - Centronics (36 pin) Male Connector B:1 - USB A (4 pin) Male

StarTech.com Model ICUSB128410 10 ft. USB to Parallel Printer Adapter

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