Using old HP Laserjet printer with iBook

I have an old HP Laserjet 4M that I'd like to use with my new iBook. Problem is that it's got a parallel port and a serial port. I read online that Laserjets do not use serial ports, and that I should use AppleTalk. Anyone know how to set this up? And can I use the Keyspan serial to usb cable in this case?
Need much help.

Just to add on,
Henry is right, here is a forum from MacFixIt:
http://www.macfixitforums.com/php/showflat.php?Cat=&Board=Forum40&Number=721018& page=0&view=expanded&sb=5&o=31&fpart=
They have a link to AsanteTalk
I hope this helps,
Jon

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