Product ID: EC1UP
This ExpressCard (34mm) based Parallel Adapter Card provides a quick and easy way to connect EPP/ECP Parallel devices to a laptop computer using an available ExpressCard port.
Providing data transfer rates of up to 1.5Mbps, the Parallel Adapter Card (EC1UP) offers ideal performance and superb value by interfacing older parallel devices (USB-based printing support only) with cutting edge laptop designs through an ExpressCard port, eliminating the expense of upgrading parallel peripherals for compatibility with computers that don't offer native parallel support.
Warranty Information | Warranty | Lifetime |
---|---|---|
Connector(s) | 1 - Connector Type(s) | ExpressCard (34mm) |
1 - External Ports | DB-25 (25 pin, D-Sub) | |
Hardware | Ports | 1 |
Interface | Parallel | |
Bus Type | ExpressCard (USB 2.0 Bus) | |
Card Type | 34mm ExpressCard | |
Port Style | Integrated on Card | |
Chipset ID | Prolific - PL2305 | |
Packaging Information | Package Length | 21.6 cm [8.5 in] |
Package Width | 42 mm [1.7 in] | |
Package Height | 14.4 cm [5.7 in] | |
Shipping (Package) Weight | 80 g [2.8 oz] | |
Performance | General Specifications | Maximum Data Transfer Rate: Up to 1.5Mbps |
Bus Type: USB based ExpressCard | ||
Chipset: Prolific PL2305 | ||
1ft Adapter Cable (DB26 male to DB25 male) | ||
1x DB26 Female Connector | ||
Connectors: | ||
Physical Characteristics | Product Length | 12.2 cm [4.8 in] |
Product Width | 42 mm [1.7 in] | |
Product Height | 16 mm [0.6 in] | |
Weight of Product | 47 g [1.7 oz] | |
Software | OS Compatibility | Windows® 8 (32/64bit), 7 (32/64), Vista(32/64), XP(32/64), 2000 Windows® Server 2008 R2, 2003(32/64) Mac OS 10.x (Tested up to 10.8) |
What's in the Box | 1 - Included in Package | Parallel ExpressCard |
Parallel Adapter Cable | ||
Instruction Manual |
Enables 34mm ExpressCards to stay safely seated in 54mm ExpressCard slots
Connect your PC or dataswitch to a parallel printer
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Live Chat (opens in new window)When you troubleshoot issues with a parallel device, there are some quick tests that you can complete to rule out potential problems. You can test to make sure that the following components are working correctly and are not the source of the issue:
Parallel cables
Parallel ports
Parallel devices
To test your setup components, try the following:
Use the parallel cable, parallel port, and parallel device in another setup to see if the problem is with the components or the setup.
Use a different parallel cable, parallel port, and parallel device in your setup to see if the problem persists. Ideally, you should test a component that you know works in another setup.
When you test your cables, it is recommended that you do the following:
Test each cable individually.
Use short cables when you are testing.
When you test the parallel ports and parallel device, it is recommended that you do the following:
Press the Windows key + R, type devmgmt.msc, and press Enter. Check to see if the parallel ports and parallel device is listed under Ports (COM & LPT).
Make sure that the LPT port number is the correct number for the parallel device and that the software being used to connect the computer to the parallel device uses the correct LPT port number.
If you do not see the LPT port number in Device Manager please see this FAQ for PCI/PCIe expansion cards: https://www.startech.com/support/faqs/technical-support?topic=expansion-cards#pci-pcie-cannot-boot-os-or-detect-windows
or this FAQ for USB devices: https://www.startech.com/support/faqs/technical-support?topic=expansion-cards#usb-cannot-detect-windows
If the device is listed with an error, follow the instructions on the website to reinstall the drivers.
Note: Some parallel devices only work if the LPT port number is between a certain range, usually LPT1 or LPT2.
This issue was the result of a Windows update that has recently been fixed in the KB3140743 update. If you are still experiencing this issue, download the latest Windows update.
You can also temporarily resolve the issue by completing the following:
To confirm that Windows detects your expansion card, complete the following:
Your expansion card is listed according to the name of the chipset. To determine the name of the chipset of your expansion card, navigate to www.StarTech.com and look on the Technical Specifications tab for your product.
To confirm that the Mac OS detects your expansion card, complete the following:
You may need to refresh the System Information page after you plug in your device. To do so, press Command + R with the System Information page open.
Your expansion card is listed according to the name of the chipset. To determine the name of the chipset of your expansion card, navigate to www.StarTech.com and look on the Technical Specifications tab for your product.
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