--- product_id: 9533017 title: "TRENDnet USB to Parallel 1284 Converter Cable, TU-P1284, USB 1.1/2.0/3.0, Windows 10/8.1/8/7, Mac OS X 10.6-10.9, 2 m (6.6 ft) Length, Connect Parallel Port Printers to a USB Port, Plug & Play" brand: "trendnet" price: "β‚±3565" currency: PHP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Tren Dnet" url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/9533017-trendnet-usb-to-parallel-1284-converter-cable-tu-p1284-usb store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # 2 m flexible cable length USB 1.1/2.0/3.0 compatible Supports IEEE 1284 parallel printers TRENDnet USB to Parallel 1284 Converter Cable, TU-P1284, USB 1.1/2.0/3.0, Windows 10/8.1/8/7, Mac OS X 10.6-10.9, 2 m (6.6 ft) Length, Connect Parallel Port Printers to a USB Port, Plug & Play **Brand:** trendnet **Price:** β‚±3565 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ”— Bridge the gap between vintage gear and modern workflows effortlessly! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** TRENDnet USB to Parallel 1284 Converter Cable, TU-P1284, USB 1.1/2.0/3.0, Windows 10/8.1/8/7, Mac OS X 10.6-10.9, 2 m (6.6 ft) Length, Connect Parallel Port Printers to a USB Port, Plug & Play by trendnet - **How much does it cost?** β‚±3565 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/9533017-trendnet-usb-to-parallel-1284-converter-cable-tu-p1284-usb) ## Best For - trendnet enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted trendnet brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Reliable & Durable:** Premium build quality ensures consistent performance, so your vintage devices stay relevant and productive. - β€’ **Flexible Installation:** Generous 2-meter cable length adapts to your workspace setup, giving you freedom and convenience. - β€’ **Plug & Play Simplicity:** No drivers or software neededβ€”just plug in and print, saving you time and frustration. - β€’ **Universal Compatibility:** Works flawlessly across Windows 7 to 10 and Mac OS X 10.6-10.9, bridging old and new tech effortlessly. - β€’ **Legacy Tech, Modern Plug:** Seamlessly connect your classic parallel printers to any USB-enabled device without hassle. ## Overview The TRENDnet TU-P1284 USB to Parallel 1284 Converter Cable is a 2-meter long, plug-and-play adapter that connects legacy parallel port printers and devices to USB 1.1/2.0/3.0 ports. Compatible with Windows 7 through 10 and Mac OS X 10.6-10.9, it revives your classic hardware with modern connectivity, eliminating driver hassles and ensuring reliable performance. ## Description USB to Parallel 1284 Converter Review: Best Parallel to USB for Compatibility! - To be clear, this review is for the Parallel to USB TU-P1284 cable. For some reason desertcart includes 3 very different products on the same product page. I bought this cable because I didn't want to mess around with other non-compatible cheap parallel to USB cables. This cable works great out of the box. No drivers or software installs are needed on either of my Windows or Mac (Lion) systems. Just plug it in and your computer views your printer as a USB device. -Windows 7 with an old Epson printer? No problem! -Mac OS (Lion) compatibility? Works great on my MacBook Pro Retina! -Works with non-printer parallel port devices? Flawlessly connects my old vinyl cutter/plotter! Here's the clincher! Does this cable work with my old vinyl cutter, running an ancient Windows XP program, inside Windows 7, running in Parallels virtualization software, on Mac OS Lion, on my brand new MacBook Pro??? Yes it does!!! PS: Do not buy from "770iPhone" even if it does say "Fulfilled by desertcart". My first order came from them and guess what? They sent a cheap crappy no-name cable instead of the TrendNET one. The worst part was that it didn't even work. I sent it back to desertcart and reordered it. This time NOT from "770iPhone". Let me know if anyone found this review helpful at all. Review: Great solution for an older printer - At first, I was looking at a docking station for my new laptop with Vista but they were very expensive and the reviews were mediocre. My HP Laserjet 1100 was the only peripheral that used a 36p parallel port to a 25p serial port on the computer so the cheapest and easiest solution was to get an adapter that goes from a 36p male parallel to a USB port. The reviews I was ready about other adapters states that they did not work with Vista so I was on a quest to find an adapter that worked with Vista. The maker of this adapter stated that it would work with Vista so I bought it. Unfortunately, I didn't realize at the time that the HP serial port to the printer is a 36p but the size of the port was WAY smaller than the one on the new adapter. To solve this problem, I had to buy converter that was a 25p female serial on one side and a 36p female parallel on the other. Even after this manipulation, it still worked great. It's a good product. ## Features - INTERFACE: USB 1.1 Interface type A, IEEE 1284 centronics 36 male - USB: Connect parallel port printers to a USB port. Supports USB 1.1 and compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports - IEEE 1284 CENTRONICS: Allows users to reuse legacy parallel printers with USB enabled laptop and desktop workstations - FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR: Integrated flexible 2 m (6.6 ft.) USB cable accommodates most installation scenarios - EASY SETUP: Simple installation in seconds. Simply plug and play - CABLE LENGTH: The USB to Parallel 1284 Converter has an integrated flexible 2 m (6.6 ft.) USB cable that accommodates most installation scenarios - SYSTEM COMPATABILITY: The USB to Parallel cable is compatible with Windows and Mac operating systems. Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, XP, and Mac OS 10.6-10.9 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0007T27HS | | Best Sellers Rank | #12,834 in USB Cables | | Brand | TRENDnet | | Built-In Media | TRENDnet USB to Parallel 1284 Converter Cable | | Color | white | | Compatible Devices | Printer | | Connector Type | USB | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 246 Reviews | | Finish | Metallic | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00710931303216, 00777780497572 | | Item Dimensions | 79.2 inches | | Item Weight | 12.8 ounces | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 79.2 inches | | Manufacturer | TRENDnet | | Mfr Part Number | TU-P1284 | | Model Number | TU-P1284 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Ports | 1 NaN | | Package Quantity | 1 | | Power Plug Type | No Plug | | Smart Home Compatibility | Not Smart Home Compatible | | Specific Uses For Product | personal | | UPC | 021111957281 550038130311 602725098906 777786267346 291208153111 012951678740 320127550111 021113149813 803982834140 688269742567 014444725924 021112315844 045556003938 710931303216 060090916117 132018345405 523161033521 763616006230 809185304367 329345923172 021111866408 635145507680 041114878321 021111193924 782386476647 001910337842 898029627038 151903619339 012301981759 809385153857 1723028213… | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Type | Limited | ## Product Details - **Color:** white - **Compatible Devices:** Printer - **Connector Type:** USB - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 79.2 inches - **Specific Uses For Product:** personal ## Images ![TRENDnet USB to Parallel 1284 Converter Cable, TU-P1284, USB 1.1/2.0/3.0, Windows 10/8.1/8/7, Mac OS X 10.6-10.9, 2 m (6.6 ft) Length, Connect Parallel Port Printers to a USB Port, Plug & Play - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61QbCjLG4FL.jpg) ![TRENDnet USB to Parallel 1284 Converter Cable, TU-P1284, USB 1.1/2.0/3.0, Windows 10/8.1/8/7, Mac OS X 10.6-10.9, 2 m (6.6 ft) Length, Connect Parallel Port Printers to a USB Port, Plug & Play - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71TmI7-v9oL.jpg) ![TRENDnet USB to Parallel 1284 Converter Cable, TU-P1284, USB 1.1/2.0/3.0, Windows 10/8.1/8/7, Mac OS X 10.6-10.9, 2 m (6.6 ft) Length, Connect Parallel Port Printers to a USB Port, Plug & Play - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71hcVU4fbGL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best Parallel to USB for Compatibility! *by C***S on July 24, 2013* To be clear, this review is for the Parallel to USB TU-P1284 cable. For some reason Amazon includes 3 very different products on the same product page. I bought this cable because I didn't want to mess around with other non-compatible cheap parallel to USB cables. This cable works great out of the box. No drivers or software installs are needed on either of my Windows or Mac (Lion) systems. Just plug it in and your computer views your printer as a USB device. -Windows 7 with an old Epson printer? No problem! -Mac OS (Lion) compatibility? Works great on my MacBook Pro Retina! -Works with non-printer parallel port devices? Flawlessly connects my old vinyl cutter/plotter! Here's the clincher! Does this cable work with my old vinyl cutter, running an ancient Windows XP program, inside Windows 7, running in Parallels virtualization software, on Mac OS Lion, on my brand new MacBook Pro??? Yes it does!!! PS: Do not buy from "770iPhone" even if it does say "Fulfilled by Amazon". My first order came from them and guess what? They sent a cheap crappy no-name cable instead of the TrendNET one. The worst part was that it didn't even work. I sent it back to Amazon and reordered it. This time NOT from "770iPhone". Let me know if anyone found this review helpful at all. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great solution for an older printer *by K***T on August 23, 2007* At first, I was looking at a docking station for my new laptop with Vista but they were very expensive and the reviews were mediocre. My HP Laserjet 1100 was the only peripheral that used a 36p parallel port to a 25p serial port on the computer so the cheapest and easiest solution was to get an adapter that goes from a 36p male parallel to a USB port. The reviews I was ready about other adapters states that they did not work with Vista so I was on a quest to find an adapter that worked with Vista. The maker of this adapter stated that it would work with Vista so I bought it. Unfortunately, I didn't realize at the time that the HP serial port to the printer is a 36p but the size of the port was WAY smaller than the one on the new adapter. To solve this problem, I had to buy converter that was a 25p female serial on one side and a 36p female parallel on the other. Even after this manipulation, it still worked great. It's a good product. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ USB to Parallel adapter *by L***M on February 16, 2013* This cable worked as stated. I had an old but reliable HP Laserjet 4L which has only a parallel connection and as you may already know the new computers do not have a parallel port. So this cable worked just well. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ph/products/9533017-trendnet-usb-to-parallel-1284-converter-cable-tu-p1284-usb](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/9533017-trendnet-usb-to-parallel-1284-converter-cable-tu-p1284-usb) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-05-16*