--- product_id: 30507414 title: "UGREEN USB Male to DB25 Female Parallel (25 Pin) Printer Cable Adapter, 6FT Connector DB25 IEEE 1284 Converter for Old Printer Support Windows 11/10/8/7/macOS10.4 (Tiger) to 13 (Ventura)/Linux" brand: "ugreen" price: "€ 39.08" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Ugreen" url: https://www.desertcart.sk/products/30507414-ugreen-usb-male-to-db25-female-parallel-25-pin-printer store_origin: SK region: Slovakia --- # 12Mbps fast data transfer Wide OS compatibility 6FT durable cable length UGREEN USB Male to DB25 Female Parallel (25 Pin) Printer Cable Adapter, 6FT Connector DB25 IEEE 1284 Converter for Old Printer Support Windows 11/10/8/7/macOS10.4 (Tiger) to 13 (Ventura)/Linux **Brand:** ugreen **Price:** € 39.08 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔗 Bridge the gap between classic printers and today’s tech effortlessly! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** UGREEN USB Male to DB25 Female Parallel (25 Pin) Printer Cable Adapter, 6FT Connector DB25 IEEE 1284 Converter for Old Printer Support Windows 11/10/8/7/macOS10.4 (Tiger) to 13 (Ventura)/Linux by ugreen - **How much does it cost?** € 39.08 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sk](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/30507414-ugreen-usb-male-to-db25-female-parallel-25-pin-printer) ## Best For - ugreen enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted ugreen brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **6 Feet of Freedom:** Generous cable length for flexible workspace arrangements without clutter. - • **Universal OS Support:** Compatible with Windows 11 down to XP, macOS 10.4 to 13, and Linux—future-proof your printing setup. - • **Plug & Play Simplicity:** No drivers or external power needed—just connect and print instantly. - • **Blazing Fast Parallel Data:** Supports up to 12Mbps transfer speed, ensuring smooth, lag-free printing. - • **Legacy Tech Meets Modern USB:** Seamlessly link your vintage DB25 parallel printers to USB ports on any modern PC or Mac. ## Overview The UGREEN USB Male to DB25 Female Parallel Printer Cable Adapter is a 6-foot, plug-and-play converter that connects legacy parallel printers to modern USB ports. Supporting data transfer speeds up to 12Mbps and compatible with a broad range of operating systems including Windows 11, macOS 10.4 to 13, and Linux, it revives your vintage printing hardware without hassle or extra power adapters. ## Description Product description Review: Run parallel printer from USB port - So, I have a very old, very reliable parallel printer (HP Laserjet 5P) that used to run off a printer server. I had some network changes that made me unable to use that anymore. I wanted to run this printer off an old iMac running Ubuntu. This machine has no parallel port. This simple cable did the job. Hooked it up, turned it on, logged onto CUPS and there the printer was. Printed both the Ubuntu test page and web pages. Seems well made but I can't speak to durability yet. Save me a lot of money either buying a new printer or a new printer server. Review: Works good, but installation can take some time. - Works fine under Windows 10 driving an HP 4050 laserjet printer BUT I had to first uninstall all my previous HP drivers, then install a driver for the parallel port connection, and finally reinstall the HP Universal Printer Driver to access the other printer through the network. After wasting a bit of time, all works fine. ## Features - Superb Parallel Printer Cable: UGREEN USB Male to DB25 Female printer adapter cable is ideal for connecting USB-equipped desktop or notebook computers to a parallel printer, dot matrix, and label printer with DB25 parallel interface - Fast Data Transfer: The DB25 Converter supports data transfer speeds up to 12Mbps, fully compliant with USB 1.1/2.0 and IEEE 1284 specifications - Plug and Play: No driver installation is required. No external power adapter needed. Support bi-directional data transfer over parallel port - Wide Compatibility: This parallel cable is compatible with Windows 11/10/8/7/XP/Vista/98SE/2000, macOS 10.4 (Tiger) to macOS 13 (Ventura), Linux. Not compatible with macOS 14 (Sonoma) and above - Note: Check your printer manufacturer to confirm whether the printer supports a USB to DB25 IEEE-1284 Parallel conversion. And make sure your printer has a DB25 male port and your PC has a USB female port that supports USB 1.1/2.0. (Not compatible with Zip drives and engravers) ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B012FF3CW0 | | Best Sellers Rank | #7 in Parallel Cables | | Brand | UGREEN | | Brand Name | UGREEN | | Cable Type | USB | | Color | Gray | | Compatible Devices | PC with USB 1.1/2.0 Female Port, Printer with DB25 Male Port | | Compatible Phone Models | Not Compatible with Phone | | Connectivity Technology | USB | | Connector Gender | Male-to-Female | | Connector Type | Usb Male to Db25 Female | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 915 Reviews | | Data Transfer Rate | 12 Megabits Per Second | | External Testing Certification | 177202201739 | | Global Trade Identification Number | 06957303822249 | | Included Components | 1 x USB to DB25 Female Parallel Printer Cable | | Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor, Outdoor | | Item Shape | Round | | Item Weight | 167 Grams | | Manufacturer | Ugreen Group Limited | | Maximum Current | 12 Amps | | Model | 20224 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Pins | 25 | | Other Special Features of the Product | Data Transfer | | Part Number | 20224 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Indoor, Connect Scanner, Printer etcs with DB25 ports to YOur PC | | Special Feature | Data Transfer | | Specification Met | IEEE | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Wattage | 60 watts | ## Product Details - **Brand:** UGREEN - **Cable Type:** USB - **Compatible Devices:** PC with USB 1.1/2.0 Female Port, Printer with DB25 Male Port - **Connector Type:** Usb Male to Db25 Female - **Special Feature:** Data Transfer ## Images ![UGREEN USB Male to DB25 Female Parallel (25 Pin) Printer Cable Adapter, 6FT Connector DB25 IEEE 1284 Converter for Old Printer Support Windows 11/10/8/7/macOS10.4 (Tiger) to 13 (Ventura)/Linux - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71nEOa8ALdL.jpg) ![UGREEN USB Male to DB25 Female Parallel (25 Pin) Printer Cable Adapter, 6FT Connector DB25 IEEE 1284 Converter for Old Printer Support Windows 11/10/8/7/macOS10.4 (Tiger) to 13 (Ventura)/Linux - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71oXHYP2GyL.jpg) ![UGREEN USB Male to DB25 Female Parallel (25 Pin) Printer Cable Adapter, 6FT Connector DB25 IEEE 1284 Converter for Old Printer Support Windows 11/10/8/7/macOS10.4 (Tiger) to 13 (Ventura)/Linux - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61G5JCiSHNL.jpg) ![UGREEN USB Male to DB25 Female Parallel (25 Pin) Printer Cable Adapter, 6FT Connector DB25 IEEE 1284 Converter for Old Printer Support Windows 11/10/8/7/macOS10.4 (Tiger) to 13 (Ventura)/Linux - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81CvNwF6j1L.jpg) ![UGREEN USB Male to DB25 Female Parallel (25 Pin) Printer Cable Adapter, 6FT Connector DB25 IEEE 1284 Converter for Old Printer Support Windows 11/10/8/7/macOS10.4 (Tiger) to 13 (Ventura)/Linux - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Qnf+H4dQL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: will this work for an Iomega Zip drive?** A: Hi friend, No, this USB to DB25 Parallel Printer cable doesn't work for ny Zip Drive. Thanks for your inquiry and support. **Q: Is this a straight pin-to-pin serial cable or is it a crossover cable?** A: This is parallel not serial . There is no crossover in parallel . This is for use with a par port printer or similar like a Zip drive . **Q: I see this at system like lpt1 or lpt2?** A: Usually it is USB virtual like USB001. **Q: Does ugreen usb to db25 parallel printer cable adapter male to female connector ieee 1284 converter work with hp laserjet 1100 printer?** A: I LIKE IT BECAUSE IT WORKS. IT IS ALSO GOOD FOR WHO HAVE VERY OLD PRINTER BUT NEW MORDEN DEVICE (COMPUTER, LAPTOP, TABLET...) USE THIS, YOU DON'T NEED TO BUY NEW PRINTER. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Run parallel printer from USB port *by B***E on October 3, 2018* So, I have a very old, very reliable parallel printer (HP Laserjet 5P) that used to run off a printer server. I had some network changes that made me unable to use that anymore. I wanted to run this printer off an old iMac running Ubuntu. This machine has no parallel port. This simple cable did the job. Hooked it up, turned it on, logged onto CUPS and there the printer was. Printed both the Ubuntu test page and web pages. Seems well made but I can't speak to durability yet. Save me a lot of money either buying a new printer or a new printer server. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works good, but installation can take some time. *by D***N on February 10, 2018* Works fine under Windows 10 driving an HP 4050 laserjet printer BUT I had to first uninstall all my previous HP drivers, then install a driver for the parallel port connection, and finally reinstall the HP Universal Printer Driver to access the other printer through the network. After wasting a bit of time, all works fine. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Not what I needed, but I knew that was a possibility. *by J***R on April 17, 2023* This works great for printers and some CNC machines. However, I needed it for a GameShark v3.2 for N64 and those only work with a *very* specific USB-to-parallel cable. This was not one of those. I am leaving a good review as the cable does what it's supposed to. I unfortunately could not find it's multiplexer chip to confirm it was compatible with my use case online, so in case anyone else is looking, this is not compatible with the N64 GameShark. For that use case, my suggestion is a PCI Parallel port for desktop computers. Compatible USB adapters have become nearly impossible to find since 2010. ## Frequently Bought Together - UGREEN USB Male to DB25 Female Parallel (25 Pin) Printer Cable Adapter, 6FT Connector DB25 IEEE 1284 Converter for Old Printer Support Windows 11/10/8/7/macOS10.4 (Tiger) to 13 (Ventura)/Linux - StarTech.com 1-Port Parallel PCIe Card - PCI Express DB25 LPT Printer Card - Your Cable Store 6 Foot DB25 25 Pin Serial Port Cable Male to Female RS232 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sk/products/30507414-ugreen-usb-male-to-db25-female-parallel-25-pin-printer](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/30507414-ugreen-usb-male-to-db25-female-parallel-25-pin-printer) --- *Product available on Desertcart Slovakia* *Store origin: SK* *Last updated: 2026-05-16*