Correct Cable - Windows 2000 Operating System
357157
The directions sent to install the driver connecting this cable to my PC are a little outdated.
I'm using Windows 7 operating system currently in late 2013.
Windows 2000 is 3 or 4 generations prior.
3645149
I opened the package and connected the cable, Vista operating system immediately recognized the device and automatically set it as my default printer.  I printed one page from a Word document and it printed normally.

The cable did not come with a driver CD, but either a driver wasn't required or Vista was preloaded with the HP Laserjet5 driver, or Vista automatically downloaded the driver from the internet.  I suspect that Vista was preloaded with the HP driver.

ATTENTION: The printer end of the cable does NOT connect directly to the printer.  It connects to the existing parallel printer cable (it connects to the end that would normally connect to your computer).  This cable is a USB x DB25 connection.  If you do not already have an existing parallel printer cable, you should get a "USB x 36 pin" cable instead of this one or acquire a standard parallel printer cable in addition to this one.

I am very happy with this product and very happy to have my dependable HP Laserjet5 workhorse back.
4587944
This one works well, don't buy a cheap Chinese cable it'll be nothing but a pain. Make sure you're on the right Com port.
739500
I red some reviews about Windows 2000 compatibility.  Some people said OK, some people said NO! Last week, I ordered this product from Amazon and installed. I tried lots of tests on Windows 2000 pro platform. I tested it on three computers; my company desktop, my laptop, and my home desk top. (all Windows 200 Pro) No problem found, all functions worked correctly. I'm working as a software engineer, especially for Windows 2000 & Windows CE application. Windows 2000 compatibility is a big issue in these days. We can find many Q/A topics about Windows 2000 difficulies in many Windows related sites. However, in most cases, the reason is hardware compatibility. Windows 2000 booting problem, install problem, .... almost all of these problems come from hardware compatibility. (Configuration is more exact expression than compatibility) Dual operating systems can make problem when we are using not only this product but also many products.  It does not mean that there is any problem in Widows 2000 or special hardware. It means that windows 2000 configuration is more difficult than Windows 98. If your Windows 2000 OS is working correctly, currently you have no conflict between S/W's and H/W's, then, this product will work correctly on your PC. Excellent GUI, improved & added functions, and acceptable price... Personally, Easy CD Creator 5 Platinum is top on the line, now (March 23. 2001, 9:12 a.m.).
* It is only for Windows 2000 Pro. Not for Server versions.
4413937
The cable is not supported by my new external drive or my PC. I think the FireWire spec for my PC may be out-of-date and the external drive is Mac cable out of the box. I will keep the cable since I plan on upgrading my PC this Christmas.
3322568
I used in printer Sansung and Windows 7 x64 and work it great, my last cable can't work on x64 bits, thanks
2269310
I bought this to replace an older USB to serial adapter that I had used for years. There was nothing wrong with the old cable except that Windows 8 won't support it. This new cable works fine on Windows 8. One thing I liked about the old cable is that it was about 5 feet long so it reached anywhere I needed it to go. This new cable is much shorter so I need to add an extension cable. It's not a big deal, just one more thing I need to carry with me.
879030
Hey you guys, I didn't buy this from amazon, but I encountered the same issues you all have before this worked, so I figured I'd drop by and let you know of my experience:

Having read many reviews right here on Amazon, I was afraid to buy this cable (from different store), so I made sure to ask specifically "Is it compatible with Windows 8/8.1?", and I was reassured it was. So I purchased the cable and had it sent to the office to test it. It even came with a drivers cd which seemed great at first.

The first thing I noticed was the box, it noted compatibility up until Windows 7, this was the first "oh oh". Long story short, I couldn't make the cable work by myself, even though I went directly to the Sabrent webpage and tried to download new and (presumably) updated drivers. I went into many forums and downloaded drivers from many other places, and still nothing worked. On the Device Manager I kept seeing the cable with a yellow triangle next to it and some error (10), most likely meaning the system couldn't recognize the drivers.

I complained with the seller, and he agreed to install the cable himself through Team Viewer, and just this morning he did and now the cable is working fine. Today was his second attempt because the first time I had to interrupt him. The first time he did seem a bit lost and was doing pretty much the same thing I was, so I would assume he discovered something prior to this morning's attempt.

To keep it short, he pasted a folder in my laptop with new drivers that according to him contained "updated drivers".And that seemed to solve the issue, he simply reinstalled them.

IMPORTANT

**Sabrent sells different models of this cable, and they all look the same on the outside. You need to pay attention to which one you're buying. My box said SBT-USC1M, which is listed on the Sabrent webpage as compatible up to Windows 7. This added to my skepticism and frustration with this product, but either way I encourage you to check this yourself and do some research before purchasing any of these cables.

***The new installer that worked is identified like this: PL2303_Prolific_DriverInstaller_v1.10.0

While the ones I had and didn't work were: PL2303_Prolific_DriverInstaller_v1.6.0; PL2303_Prolific_DriverInstaller_v1.9.0.

*Additionally, the chip in my cable is identified as: PL2303 XA / HXA - which to best of my  knowledge and my very quick research is incompatible with Windows 8/8.1, yet my cable is working right now. So I can only guess my source is mistaken or I'm quoting it wrong, point is, the cable is working.

**When the seller reinstalled the driver he went manually into Device Manager and picked the latest version - I can only presume he did this because I previously had installed several older version which the system might be picking up.

If I had to buy Serial to USB cable again I would buy an ATEN one, which you can try to find here on Amazon, or their webpage. I never had any problems with those cables, but given my location a Sabrent was the best I could find.

So, to sum up, my Sabrent SBT-USC1M Serial to USB cable is working fine now, after a small headache. Though the cable is functional now, if I were you and had a chance, I would stick to the ATEN one. I work with VFDs that communicate only though serial port and have used these for a while and so far I trust them. Their cables seem sturdier than Sabrent's, and most importantly, I need had to go through this kind of headaches with ATEN, while with the Sabrent I feel like at some point something is going to happen again...

Well, sorry this took me so long. I hope this helps you.
4462880
It worked exactly how it should. I was also surprised when I saw that I was using Windows 8.1, and it still worked, even thought you guys said it would only work on Windows 10. I also like the fact that you gave us a extend cable. Overall, a very nice product that works how it should. You will not be disappointed.
2413704
I used it to connect to Windows 7 machines together successfully, via USB3.  Irregardless of what Microsoft says, it's easy and can be done if you merely look online.
MS says you need a crossover cable, a special type of a serial (Rs232) cable.  Considering all the newer computers usually no longer have a serial port, this cable accomplished what I needed to do, cheaply and completely effective at speeds far greater than a serial interface.
Thank you!
3347045
finally a cable that works! Worked great with windows 10 and my Zoom GF9.2tt pedal.
818315
couldn't be happier. Doesn't lose connection as often as the older ones used to a few years back, but it did happen once or twice. I have used 7 of those cables simultaneously without issues over the last 3 months. FIrst on Win8, now on Win10. Also on Ubuntu running in VirtualBox.
2944038
This cable is the one you want. Don't fight with drivers. Works on Windows Mac and Linux. I use mine with chirp programming software.
1399969
Cable is 25' in length which is what I need but the monitor is fuzzy, most likely due to the length.
857449
The cable that's supposed to pass through the power from the 2.5" bay to the 3.5" doesn't work on my unit. At least one other reviewer had this same issue. I had to connect power directly to both bays for the 3.5" drive to function. Still debating on whether I should return it or just live with it. Everything else seems to function.
3574191
I purchased this item because it claimed it worked with Windows 2000. I have an old Win 2000 laptop with software I need, but don't need to (nor can afford to) upgrade. I just purchased a new Lexmark wireless printer (Pinnacle Pro901 All-in-One Printer - great printer BTW!). I needed to be able to print from the Win 2000 machine to the printer - so I thought I'd found my answer in this product as it claimed it worked with the Win 2000 OS.

I installed and reinstalled the software about 4 times. I also worked with their useless online support team over a period of about 5 days. On several occasions, the connection was severed. I can't be positive - but I think they just cut me off!

Well - I finally gave up and sent it back. BUT - I did find an adapter that worked! It's the AirLink101 AWLL6075 Wireless N Mini USB Adapter. It's small - but mighty!

When I installed it - the installation took awhile. I thought at first it had crashed and was just about to give up and restart when the software finished. If I remember correctly - it took about 15 minutes. FYI - my Win 2000 computer is old and slow - so the installation may go faster on your system. After it was finished, the computer found the wireless connection. I then installed the printer software (which also claimed to work on Win 2000 machines) and lo and behold - it worked!

Needless to say, I'll never purchase another Cisco-Linksys product again!!
686798
Ordering this ethernet cable was my only viable choice.  The wireless adapter I bought didn't work with the operating system I use.  The cable works as expected.