StarTech.com PM1115P3 Print Server
Best network adapter for connecting legacy parallel printers to modern offices.
This is the ultimate bridge for keeping high-quality legacy hardware relevant in a modern office. By turning a dedicated parallel printer into a shared network resource, you sacrifice the simplicity of a plug-and-play USB connection for the longevity and cost-savings of keeping reliable, older equipment running.
$77.00
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Who it's for
- Businesses preserving reliable legacy parallel-port hardware
- Budget-conscious offices avoiding expensive printer upgrades
- IT administrators needing quick, straightforward network integration
Who should skip it
- High-volume offices requiring fast, modern print speeds
- Users demanding wireless connectivity and mobile printing capabilities
- Non-technical users uncomfortable with manual network configuration
Performance breakdown
Legacy Hardware Integration
Seamlessly breathes new life into older parallel printers for modern networks.
Setup Simplicity
Guided wizard and web interface make configuration straightforward for IT professionals.
Network Compatibility
Broad OS support ensures reliable connectivity across Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Data Throughput
10/100Mbps speeds are perfectly adequate for standard document printing tasks.
Build Reliability
Robust design backed by a two-year warranty and lifetime technical support.
Modern Protocol Support
Lack of IPv6 support limits utility in strictly modern network environments.
Key Specs
Ethernet Speed
10/100Mbps
Network Interfaces
1 x Ethernet LAN
Printer Interface
1 x Parallel Port (LPT)
Supported OS
Windows, macOS, Linux
Management Interfaces
Web interface
Ethernet Ports
1
Maximum Printers Supported
1
Warranty
2-year
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
100 Mbps
Form Factor
Desktop
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