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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