Use this cable assembly from StarTech.com to add a parallel port to your computer. The 25-pin D-sub female connector is fixed to a header plate slot, so it fits on your desktop computer's back panel. The 26-pin IDC (insulation-displacement connector) simply clips to the motherboard for easy installation. You'll find assemblies like this used in offices to connect devices.

FlexibilityA 406.4mm-long ribbon cable gives you the flexibility to install the assembly without straining wires or connectors.
Easy installationWith only two connectors to install, it's quick to add to your machine.
Highly compatibleThis header slot increases your desktop's compatibility with other devices. It means you can continue using older-style peripherals such as printers, scanners and hard drives, which commonly use this type of port.

• PVC (polyvinyl chloride) cable jacket is durable and fire-resistant• Slimline 28 AWG (American Wire Gauge) cable to save space inside your computer

This 25-pin Parallel to 25-pin Header Slot Plate features one DB25 Female connector and one IDC 25 connector.Backed by Lifetime Warranty and constructed of only top quality components, our Parallel Slot Plate adapter offers a cost-effective solution for adding a Parallel device connection using a compatible motherboard.

How is a parallel cable different to a serial cable?A parallel cable has a series of metal wires that support simultaneous data transfer. This means multiple bits of data are sent at the same time for greater efficiency. A serial cable assembly sends bits of data one after another.