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    Feb 10, 2010, 02:33 PM
    Usb adaptor for 8 pin serial printer cable
    I am looking for an adaptor for my HP laserjet 4ML printer which has an 8 pin serial connector and I want to connect it to a computer that uses usb connections.
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    Feb 10, 2010, 08:37 PM
    My HP service manual indicates the 4ML came with Apple LocalTalk and parallel interfaces. A cursory Google yields numerous parallel to USB adapters. Don't see any LocalTalk to USB. Aante offers a LocalTalk to Ethernet bridge. Since my Mac knowledge is limited, also suggest you post a question in the Apple/Mac forums.

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    USB Capable Macintosh: Connecting Serial, LocalTalk, or Parallel Devices
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