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    Jan 24, 2006, 07:40 AM
    Laserwriter II NT connection
    I have an old Laserwriter II NT. Like it a lot. But now I have a Compaq Presario, with a HP deskjet 3650.
    Question: Can I somehow connect the Laserwriter to the Compaq so that I can print documents? It was so much nicer having tons of toner available and being able to print large quantities so easily.
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    Jan 24, 2006, 08:02 AM
    If you have XP, the drivers are already included in the OS:
    http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=293360
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    Jan 24, 2006, 10:23 AM
    I am talking about physically connecting the printer to the computer. It's a whole different type of connection. Can it be done, I am wondering?
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    Jan 24, 2006, 10:50 AM
    Hmmm... you may this: http://www.interconnect-solutions.com/32787-tv3p.html (Bi-Directional Serial (RS-232)/Parallel Converter )
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    Jan 24, 2006, 07:35 PM
    I think it can be done, however, most things can be done given enough time and money. Having said that here are some suggestions on what to try:
    - You would need to create a printer in windows that prints to the serial interface (usb or a db-9 or db-25 on the back of the box) or the parallel interface with a parallel to serial converter like what's mentioned above.)
    - Next, you need to build a cable that converts the serial connection from RS-232 to RS-422 (what the printer will speak.) See this link for how to do that: http://francis.courtois.free.fr/jc1/serial/main.html - a lot of good info there.

    The physical conversion is probably the biggest pain.

    Your other option is to find a motherboard from a version of the laserwriter family that supported ethernet or RS-232 from a 25 pin connector like the Laserwriter IIg and replace it. Look here for one example: http://macnstuff.com/

    I hope this helps.

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