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  1. 08-09-2002, 06:44 PM #1
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    Parallel to Serial?

    Would it be possible to use the Parallel port as a DB-9 serial port?
    I need more serial ports.

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    You're best bet is to get a USB hub that has serial/parallel ports on it or a simple USB to serial converter...

    I used a Belkin USB 3 port hub that also has 1 serial and 1 parallel...

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  3. 08-09-2002, 07:40 PM #3
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    i have used 3 serial 2 usb and none have worked for my GPS or my remote.
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    are you sure you're software is looking at the correct com port?

    I have had no problems using serial->usb for my gps.. many others have reported success.
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  5. 08-09-2002, 10:22 PM #5
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    positive. more concerned about my packard bell remote.
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    Nope, can't really be done unless the software supports it. Have you considered PCI/ISA add-on cards?
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    I have also tried using 2 different USB to serial cables with my 810 Book PC and neither of them work. Both the cables work on ALL my other computers at home, but not the Book PC. This has been driving me crazy for well over a year. Something to do with the MOBO and USB ports won't allow it to work.

    I have looked and looked and e-mailed people, but nobody seems to be able to help me either. My conclusion......Book PC is going up for sale.
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