--- product_id: 436885 title: "StarTech 6ft. (1.8m) USB to Parallel Port Adapter, IEEE-1284 (ICUSB1284)" brand: "startech.com" price: "472 kr" currency: NOK in_stock: true category: "Star Tech.Com" url: https://www.desertcart.no/products/436885-startech-6ft-1-8m-usb-to-parallel-port-adapter-ieee store_origin: NO region: Norway --- # Low 0.9W power consumption 6ft (1.8m) cable length USB 2.0 high-speed interface StarTech 6ft. (1.8m) USB to Parallel Port Adapter, IEEE-1284 (ICUSB1284) **Brand:** startech.com **Price:** 472 kr **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔗 Bridge the old with the new—print smarter, not harder! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** StarTech 6ft. (1.8m) USB to Parallel Port Adapter, IEEE-1284 (ICUSB1284) by startech.com - **How much does it cost?** 472 kr with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.no](https://www.desertcart.no/products/436885-startech-6ft-1-8m-usb-to-parallel-port-adapter-ieee) ## Best For - startech.com enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted startech.com brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Generous 6ft Reach:** Extended cable length ensures flexible workspace setups without compromising signal integrity. - • **Pro-Grade Reliability:** Built for IT pros with a robust Prolific PL2305 chipset and backed by a 2-year warranty plus 24/5 multilingual support. - • **Plug & Play Simplicity:** Instant setup on Windows, macOS, and Linux—no drivers, no downtime, just print. - • **Power-Efficient Design:** USB bus-powered with ultra-low 0.9W consumption—no external power adapters needed. - • **Seamless USB to Parallel Connectivity:** Effortlessly link legacy 36-pin Centronics printers to modern USB-A ports without hassle. ## Overview The StarTech ICUSB1284 is a 6ft USB 2.0 to 36-pin Centronics parallel adapter cable designed for seamless, plug-and-play connectivity between modern computers and legacy parallel printers. It features low power consumption, broad OS compatibility including Windows, macOS, and Linux, and is engineered with a reliable Prolific PL2305 chipset. Ideal for IT professionals, it comes with a 2-year warranty and dedicated technical support. ## Description The ICUSB1284 USB to Parallel Interface Converter Cable allows PCs that support the USB specification to print to any standard parallel printer. The USB interface provides a much faster data transfer rate than a standard parallel port, thereby reducing the time waiting for a print job to be sent to your printer. This portable device is self-powered and provides Plug and Play installation to any USB-compliant computer running Windows 98/ME/2000/XP/Vista. ## Features - USB TO PARALLEL: The ICUSB1284 USB to Parallel printer adapter allows you to connect a 36-pin Centronics-equipped parallel printer to a computer via a USB-A 2.0 port - LOW POWER: USB bus-powered operation, no external power adapter required (0.9W consumption, 5V at 0,18A) - SPECS: USB-A male to 36-pin Centronics parallel male cable; 1.8m (6 ft) long; USB 2.0; Colour: Black; Material: Plastic; Chipset: Prolific PL2305 - COMPATABILITY: Provides Plug and Play installation on Windows based computers with USB; Supports Windows (incl. XP and up) Windows Server (2000 and up), Linux (2.6.X and up) and macOS 10.6 to 10.15, 11.0, 12.0, 13.0 - THE IT PRO'S CHOICE: Designed and built for IT Professionals, this USB to parallel cord is backed for 2-Years, including free lifetime 24/5 multi-lingual technical assistance ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00005110L | | Best Sellers Rank | #1 in Parallel Adapters #5,470 in Computer Cables & Interconnects | | Brand | StarTech.com | | Built-In Media | 1 USB to Parallel Converter Cable | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Computers | | Connector Type | USB Type A | | Current Rating | 1 A | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (364) | | Finish | Print | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00065030781015 | | Item Dimensions | 4.09 x 1.57 x 8.58 inches | | Item Length | 182.88 centimeters | | Item Part Number | 30R6883 | | Manufacturer | Startech.com | | Mfr Part Number | ICUSB1284 | | Model Number | ICUSB1284 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Ports | 1 | | Package Quantity | 1 | | Specific Uses For Product | personal | | UPC | 065030781015 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | 2 Years | ## Product Details - **Color:** Black - **Compatible Devices:** Computers - **Connector Type:** USB Type A - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 4.09 x 1.57 x 8.58 inches - **Specific Uses For Product:** personal ## Images ![StarTech 6ft. (1.8m) USB to Parallel Port Adapter, IEEE-1284 (ICUSB1284) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61m+FgOVeBL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Where can i find a parallel to usb cord for an old iomega zip drive?** A: StarTech.com 6 ft. (1.8 m) USB to Parallel Port Adapter - IEEE-1284 - Male/Male - USB to Centronics Cable (ICUSB1284) Visit the StarTech Store 4.5 out of 5 stars 396 ratings | 34 answered questions Amazon's Choice for Parallel Adapters by StarTech Price: $17.34 FREE One-Day & FREE Returns Get 5% back ($0.86 in rewards) on the amount charged to your Amazon Prime Rewards Visa Signature Card. May be available at a lower price from other sellers, potentially without free Prime shipping. Style: USB to Parallel USB to Serial (DB9) or Parallel (DB25) USB to Parallel USB to Parallel (DB25) **Q: Will work to support a security dongle for an engineering software?** A: No, as this shows up as a USB Printer Support hardware and not an LPT parallel port. Therefore, it only works with printers. From an FAQ on their site: "This USB parallel device is only intended to be used with printers. Your operating system will register this device as a USB Printer Support device and not as an additional LPT port. If you need a USB parallel device to handle parallel devices in addition to printers, consider the ICUSB2321284." Note, the ICUSB2321284 seems to be EOL from them now. **Q: Would this work with a Nintendo 64 Game Shark?** A: I don't know anything about the game machines, if the connector of the game machine is the same as the DB25 (game plug needs to be male) then it should work with one exception. The software in the computer that you plug the USB into has to recognize the game (or machine) your playing, this is why I run different computers, 64 bit and 32 bit versions of Windows 7 and 10. I don't mess with trying to hook it up to Linux although that might be more versatile I am not that informed as how to do such a project. **Q: does it work with window 10?** A: Yes, If Windows 10 includes the driver software for your printer. I have a 2002 vintage printer and had to download the driver from the HP website. ## Frequently Bought Together - StarTech.com 6 ft. (1.8 m) USB to Parallel Port Adapter - IEEE-1284 - Male/Male - USB to Centronics Cable (ICUSB1284) - UGREEN 10FT USB to Parallel Port Printer Cable, CN36 Printer Cable Adapter IEEE1284 for Old Printer, Centronics Parallel Converter with Fast Transmission - SABRENT USB to Parallel IEEE 1284 Printer Cable Adapter (CB-CN36) --- ## 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.no/products/436885-startech-6ft-1-8m-usb-to-parallel-port-adapter-ieee](https://www.desertcart.no/products/436885-startech-6ft-1-8m-usb-to-parallel-port-adapter-ieee) --- *Product available on Desertcart Norway* *Store origin: NO* *Last updated: 2026-10-03*