Many new computers and motherboards especially laptops are being produced without parallel connections on them This means older parallel devices such as printers and scanners that used this connection cannot be used This simple adapter overcomes this problem by connecting your parallel device into any USB port saving the need to buy new equipment Key Features USB 20 To Parallel Printer Cable Supports 480Mbps data rate Nickel-plated connector Ideal for printers scanners digital cameras and more Compliant with USB 10 and 11V devices Black Colour Moulded Connectors Length 12m