Connecting LaserJet 2100 to USB

Really like my HP 2100 Laserjet and want to use it with new HP computer. I bouught USB to parallel converter cable but can't find appropriate drive. Suggestions please!

I want to connect my LaserJet 2100 printer to my (relatively old, already) HP Pavilion desktop computer, but can't find a working adapter for converting the Centronix (25-pin) LaserJet output cable to a USB connector. Did you ever find out how to do this? I searched around at local computer stores and found nothing that works. Does HP offer such an adapter?

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Printing Problems - HP LaserJet 2100 with USB/Parallel adapter - Print jobs 'hang'

Hoping to get some assistance with a persistent and frustrating printing problem.
I've got an older HP LaserJet 2100 that was working great until recently. It doesn't have a USB port on it, so I have it connected to my iMac (21" 3.1 gHz, i7) via a USB/Parallel cable. Up until now I have been forced to us Gutenprint (wss running 5.0.2) as the Apple provided drivers cause the printer to spit out pages upon pages of gibberish.
Recently, when printing the document (or PDF, or whatever) gets sent to the queue, but doesn't seem to fully make it to the printer. For lack of a better term, it 'hangs' at some percent (47%, 82% etc.) in the queue window and doesn't print.
A few further details that are causing me extreme levels of frustration:
I have reset the SMB and this results in being able to print one page normally, then the system returns to the problem above
OSX can see the printer and I have deleted/added it many times
Printing system has been reset multiple times
On a restart, the first page that was trying to print does print out. This sometimes happens when the log-in page appears, sometimes when I log back in to my user account.
The printer is connected directly to my iMac and not through a USB hub.
I have another printer (a new HP Officejet 6600) that works without a problem.
Thanks in advance.

This problem is most likely a deficiency in the parallel-adapter end of that cable. I'd look for another USB-parallel cable.
There used to be a special driver that worked around the limitation of the parallel adapter "data shifter" - but it doesn't appear to be available anymore:
www.buymelunch.org/printing/usbtb

Is there any way to print wirelessly using Airport Extreme with an older printer (HP Laserjet 2100 TN) - no USB connection.

I have an older printer and currently use a Cisco wireless router with Network Magic software which allows me to leave my 30 pin printer connected to the desktop computer and share the printer with everything on the network. Does the Airport Extreme allow for this? I am just connecting one that I purchased but can only find documentation on connecting the printer via USB (which my old printer does not have). The printer is late 90's vintage, but its comercial grade and is still one of the best printers I have used so I want to keep it going for now.

I don't really know much about anything BUT with that said, I have PCs, I have an old commerical work horse HP laser printer that works with the Airport Express as a print server through my wireless router. But having problems with my wireless router, never my AE, now how to change from WEP to WPA etc.for a new wireless router. Maybe I need to look into the Extreme. Good luck

Connecting HP Laserjet 2100 to OS 10.4.8 Powerbook via ethernet

I have been trying unsuccessfully to connect my Laserjet 2100 printer with ethernet card directly to my mac via an ethernet cable. I have tried adding the printer directly by going to Add Printer under System Preferences, entering the HP Jetsend Address (169.230.14.45), and using either HP Laserjet 2100 series drivers or HP laserjet 5 series (gimpprint) drivers. I still am not able to print. Can someone walk me through the process to get the two talking? Thanks in advance.

The IP address you listed is a self-assigned address, which won't work. You need to manually assign IP addresses to both computer and Printer/Jetdirect in the same local subnet range, like 192.168.1.5 and 192.168.1.6.
Then Add the printer using the IP > HP Jetdirect protocol. And I think HP Laserjet 6 Series works better than 5 Series (Try both).

What driver do I need to connect to an HP Laserjet 2100?

I have a new I Mac with OS X Lion . . .What driver do I need to connect to an HP Laserjet 2100?

You don't need any drivers, they're built in already.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3669
See the HP supported printers, the 2100 is listed.
Regards,
Captfred

I have a printer (HP LaserJet 2100) connected via ethernet to my wireless router (Netgear) and want to use it from my MacBook Pro.

However, the print & scan window just allows me to click on 'add', but then eveything is greyed out and the printer is not displayed.
I was able to connect the printer without any problems to my Linux (Ubuntu) and Windows (Vista) systems and I'm used to having the least problems with Macs up to now.
I've read about similar problems here and followed the advise, but the problem remains.
Anyone any ideas?
Thanks

For you to "see" the printer in the Default view after you click the plus button to add, the printer would have to support an advertising protocol like Bonjour. For Linux and Vista, you would have added the printer by selecting a protocol and entering the IP address of the printer. You can do the same thing on the Mac. In Print & Scan, after you click the plus button to add, select the IP icon and then enter the IP address of the printer. Change the Protocol menu to HP Jetdirect-Socket (this is called RAW Port 9100 on the other OS's); leave the Queue name blank; change the Name to LaserJet 2100; leave the Location blank and select the supporting model name in the Use menu. Click to Add and then see if you can print.

Unable to resolve problem with HP Laserjet 2100

I connected an HP Laserjet 2100 to my Mac Pro using a Belkin parallel to USB cable. I installed the latest Mac driver for this printer off the HP web site. The Printer Setup Utility recognized the printer and I was able to add it. So far so good. However, when I print I get something at the top of the page that says Acrobat 3 and then the title of document. Nothing else. Can someone offer an answer and a fix. Thank you.

I'd recommend getting the HP JetDirect 600N print server module and running it as a networked printer. Not to certain that the Belkin parallel to USB is going to be well supported on Mac.

HP LaserJet 2100 to Windows 7

I love my old HP LaserJet 2100tn. I now have a new W7 computer. I have downloaded the recommended drivers, and I am connect with a DB25 to USB converter cable.
When the printer is plugged in, it is found as an unknown device. I have a HP Universal PCL6 printer showing on my network, along with my unknown device.
I have tried to set the HP Universal Printer to the network address shown on the unknown device, but I still can't print.
Any suggestions - or can someone tell me the EXACT procedure for installation and I'll uninstall everything and start over. I may have messed around with enough stuff by now to have it thoroughly screwed up.
Thanks

the HP engineer told me I have to use PL5 instead of PL6 to use my laptop w7/64biys to control my HP LaserJet 2100.
I did. but the printer could not print the words instead of funny strange graph.
who can give me any suggestion ?
I purchased a parallel connector to USB adaptor from the Ebay, I do not know if there is a problem from the adaptor cable or not?

LaserJet 2100 paper feed

I am trying to get my LaserJet 2100 up and running after several years of no use. Everything is looking "ok" except the paper feed. After I print a page and it is discharged into the tray, a second sheet is fed about halfway and stops. Then when I try to print another page I get a paper jam signal. Paper size on my page set up is 8 1/2 x 11. I have tried both of the drivers that are listed on the HP site. I am running XP on a Dell Inspiron 6000 lap top. It only has USB ports for printing, so am using an adapter to interface with the printer. It is set up to run through a virtual printer port via USB.
What to Do?

I have experienced this on some other devices, so I will share the following ideas:
First, by your description, this appears to be a hardware problem rather than anything to do with connectivity although you mentioned it. Specifically, the paper feed mechanism which relies on friction feed to pick up the paper. It is picking up more sheets at once than it should. The top sheet gets pushed off, but due to extra friction from the paper pickup roller, a second sheet also gets pushed out of the tray, but lags behind the first sheet and only partially makes it way though the paper path.
Due to the "several years of no use" as you mentioned, it is possible the rubber on the paper pickup roller has dried out over time and become a harder material. That could affect the amount of friction and how it contacts with the paper for paper pickup.
Here is a test you can run:
Try varying the amount of sheets you have in the tray. The tray is spring loaded, so it contains a spring which pushes the paper up against the pickup roller. Often the amount of paper you have in tray will affect how much that spring is enguaged, and this will affect the friction against the paper pickup roller. Try changing the amount of sheets you have in the tray.
If that test does not show any improvement, try using a different paper or replacing the paper pickup roller.
Just some ideas...

Is printer laserjet 2100 compatible with OS X Yosemite 10.10

Hi, I have a HP Laserjet 21000 printer and I connect it to my Mac. I bought a praralelle to USB cable.
Problem: I'm trying to print from my mac and it prints many blank pages. I downloaded the driver from HP website and I am still getting the same problem. I discussed with Apple support and they suggested I contact HP. Would you have the appropriate driver.

Sorry you are having issues installing your Laserjet 2100 to you Mac running Mac OS X 10.10.
You might try downloading and installing the 3rd party Gutenprint driver for your printer. You can download this driver here: http://gimp-print.sourceforge.net/MacOSX.php.
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Installing my HP Laserjet 2100 to a new Dell 660.

I have a HP Laserjet 2100 and recently bought a new hard drive. I need help converting the Centronix (25-pin) LaserJet output cable to a USB connector. I have bought two USB to parallel converters. Neither works. Also my driver is not set up for Windows 8. Can you help?

If parallel to USB conversion is not successful, I would suggest you to try installing and using HP internal jetdirect card (600, 610, 615, 620 cards should be compatible) through EIO port available with your printer. This would not enable USB, but network connectivity for printer.
For installation with windows 8 OS, you may refer the following HP web link (How to find and install the latest Windows 8 drivers option):
http://www8.hp.com/in/en/support-topics/windows8-support/hp-printer-drivers.html
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Whenever I plugged in HP laserjet M1132 printer usb to my Macbook air,a screen pop-out "the disk inserted are not readable by this computer".I uninstalled

Hi,I'm new here and I think my problem were discussed few times before.However,I tried to follow the solutions similiar to my condition but it does not work.My problem is whenever I plugged in the HP printer (Laserjet M1132 MFP) usb to my Macbook Air,a screen will pop-out and read as 'the disk inserted is not readable by this computer'.I even bought my Mac to the Mac store but the situation remains the same.Okay with other printer but not with my HP.Sigh.The HP printer worked just fine with other computers (not Mac).I'm really sick of it.Please help me.I once plugged in an external hard drive & started Time Machine with it.The printer problem started after that.However, the hard drive plug-in works just fine.
Your attention of above matter is highly appreciated.Thank you.

Here is what worked for me:
I reset the System Management Controller on my MBA. To do so requires shutting it down, keeping it plugged in to power (I also unplugged both USB connections), and then from a powered off state I simultaneously pressed Shift + Ctl + Option + Power (I did this once and it did not work so I tried again and did it 3 times just to be safe), then released them at once, then I pressed the power button. Problem solved.
http://macs.about.com/od/usingyourmac/qt/Resetting-The-Smc-System-Management-Con troller-On-Your-Mac.htm
I also tried uninstalling the using the repair Disk Permissions with Disk Utility and moved the HP Printer software accessories to the trash (you can search the web for how to do that but that did not solve the problem either). Neither of these options worked.

Laserjet 2100 TN via ethernet to MacBook Pro 2009 (Snow Leopard)

I've been given an HP Laserjet 2100 TN. It was previously suceessfully used with a MacBook pro via an ethernet cable.
I'm trying to set it up at home but failing to get it to connect with my MacBook. I'm using Snow Leopard.
I've read lots of connection tips in discussion forums but not found a solution that works for me.
I've managed to print a configuration sheet which tells me in printers HP JetSend Address.
I've tried using this to add the printer through System Preferences but the computer is not connecting with it.
Do I need a parallel cable or is the ethernet cable enough?
I think I'm missing something obvious!
Sarah

Sorry to post in the wrong place! And thanks for your input. SCSI is a good call - the parallel cable didn't look quite right and that may explain why. Can I add a few more experiences to help explain where I'm at:
- Snow Leopard seems to think the drivers should be included in the OS, but I don't know how to access them.
- I found and installed a driver but couldn't find how to access it when adding the printer.
- When I'm in ADD PRINTER
    - I guess I need an IP address - is this the one I find on printer info?
    - I saw a forum that recommended LPD as best choice for old priters so I'm using that
     - It defaults 'Print using' to Generic Postscript Printer'. I've tried changing it to Generic PCL Laser Printer as it is a laser prointer, but neither help make it work
     - Once I've setup the printer, when I run a test page the printer fails to connect and goes on hold
I don't think I'm explaining myself very well - mainly because I'm quite out of my depth trying to did this! I can't find anything in the printer handbook which helps. Do you have any advice for a novice trying to add a printer it would be much appreciated.

Mac lost contact with HP color Laserjet 3700 via USB

Hi,
Since a few days I can't get connection anymore with my HP color Laserjet 3700 via USB-cable. My Mac recognizes the printer with its name, also states when I plug in the USB that the printer is online. However, when I want to print documents, it states "wait until the printer is available" and no prints are generated.
Via an iMAC, I tried to print via the same USB cable, and that works fine. I tried rebooting, software updates, all the lot. Nothing worked. I found some technical details via About this MAC and the difference between my MacBook en iMAC is:
PPD-version = 16.4 on the iMAC and 17.3 on my MacBook
CUPS-version = 1.4.4 on the iMAC and 1.4.5 on my MacBook Pro
Who has any ideas what I can do the get printing again?
Thx,
Aldert

Via other threads I found the solution:
see: http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=2640270&start=15&tstart=0
I had the same problem "Waiting for printer to become available... " - HP LaserJet 2500 L with iMAC 11.1 running Mac OS X Version 10.6.5. since the "HP Printer Software Update 2.5.2".
This also helped for me:
1) delete all of the items whose name starts with "hp_" in System/Library/Extensions
2) Disconnect the printer and turn off the printer
3) delete the printer if it's still there
4) reset the printing system
5) restart the Mac
6) empty the trash
7) turn on the printer and reconnect the printer to the MAC
8) reinstall the printer

COLD REST ON LASERJET 2100 WITH JETDIRECT 600

i HAVE TRIED A COLD RESET BUT IT DOES NOT SEEM TO RESET THE JETDIRECT CARD. THE PROCESS I USED WAS TO HOLD DOWN THE JOB CANCEL KEY AND THE TURN ON THE PRINTER, AFTER ALL LIGHT ARE ON I RELEASE THE JOB CANCEL KEY AND LET IT DO ITS THING. wHEN I PRINT OUT THE CONFIG PAGE THE IP ADDRESS DOES NOT CHANGE. i CAN NOT CONNECT TO THE NETWORK BECAUSE OF A CONFLICT WITH OUR PHONE SYSTEM. ANY IDEAS ON HOW TO RESET THE PRINTER.

how you do JCarroll;
HI hope you are doing well and sorry to hear that you are comfromting this issue.
Quick suggestion.
Since yout LASERJET 2100 is a commercial product. I will suggest posting in the forum for HP Business Support as well for yet a better chance at finding a prompt solution.
You may find the commercial Laserjet board here.
http://h30499.www3.hp.com/t5/Printers-LaserJet/bd-p/bsc-413
Best of luck;
RobertoR
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