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Re: COM port cable needs a laptop connection
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Brian Zentz <[log in to unmask]>
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PCBUILD - Personal Computer Hardware discussion List <[log in to unmask]>
Date:
Sun, 27 Jun 2004 11:42:21 -0500
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On Sat, 26 Jun 2004 16:28:15 -0400, TallPaul <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

>I have a Sharp Wizard OZ750 that uses a COM port to attach to my desk
>top.  My new HP laptop ze5730 does not have a COM port.  Is there an
>adapter of some sort that will allow a connection through the phone or
>mouse or USB ports or...?
>Paul Berberich
>
>Hi Paul,  One possible solution might be a Port Replicator.  This device connects to a computer via the USB port which enables the various other ports on the device to be accessed by the computer.  The other ports usually include a parallel port, a 9 pin serial (COM?) port, and ps2 mouse and keybord ports.

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