Expert help needed

Discussion in 'Hardware' started by breslau, Apr 29, 2010.

  1. breslau

    breslau Private E-2

    I have a SHARP JX9600PS Laserprinter which I purchased in the early 1990's. It's about one of the best printers I ever owned and was still going strong last year before I invested in a new Computer. The printer requires a serial port, bu I only have USB ports. I understand that I can buy a conversion cable. Is it worth spending the 50-60 Bucks for the cable? I am running VISTA Home Premium, 64 bits. Also, does anyone know if a driver would be available? I would appreciate any help. Thank you
     
    breslau, Apr 29, 2010
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  2. Burrell

    Burrell MajorGeek

    Ermm, no! ;)

    I VERY much doubt it. You may be able to get some basic functions using the standard windows drivers.

    But if i was you, i would lose the printer, upgrade to a nice modern one, but watch out for the ones with extortionate cartridge prices.

    Brother usually have the cheapest cartridge prices in the UK, but that could be different over there.
     
    Burrell, Apr 29, 2010
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