D-Link, supplier of networking products, today announced the availability of its DU-CS and DU-CP USB converters.
The DU-CS is an intelligent converter that provides one high-speed RS-232 serial port (up to 115kb/sec), connects to a PC USB port or USB Hub via the Universal Serial Bus (USB) port. The DU-CS features easy connectivity for traditional serial devices.
The DU-CP is a USB to Parallel Printer converter cable, which provides a single Centronics connector for a Parallel Printer and a type `A` connector to plug into a USB hub or PC host.
According to D-Link SA branch manager, Bertus Moller, the DU-CP cable allows a fast and easy connection for Windows98 compatible printers to a PC with USB support. Inkjet and laser printers can be connected via either of these two converter cables in seconds. Not only will the DU-CP make it possible to connect multiple printers to a single PC, but it will also free the PC`s existing Parallel port for Zip drives, digital cameras, and other devices.
"The DU-CS and DU-CP coverters offer value for money without compromising on quality and forms part of D-Link`s USB product range strategy to keep products simple to buy, use and manage for the SME market place. Dealers are more than welcome contact D-Link SA at (012) 665-2165 or via email at attie@d-link.co.za for more information on D-Link`s USB product." concludes Moller.
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D-Link`s DU-CP is a USB to Parallel Printer converter cable, which provides a single Centronics connector for a Parallel Printer and a type `A` connector to plug into a USB hub or PC host.
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DU-CP Standards
IEEE 1284
USB Specification version 1.1
OHCI
UHIC
DU-CP Ports
One downstream (USB Type A connector)
One Centronics (Parallel Printer connector)
DU-CP USB Connectivity
Five cascaded hubs maximum
DU-CP Rules
5m maximum between each hub
Up to 127 devices
DU-CP System Requirements
IBM-PC Compatible (486DX-66 MHz or Faster CPU)
Available USB Port
Windows 98
16MB RAM
DU-CP Compliances
CE
FCC Class B
VCCI
DU-CS Applications
. Modem server, PSTN or POS system
. Data Acquisition and control system with serial I/O based devices
. PLC monitoring and control
. Home automation, Instrument control and distribution control systems
Add Serial Devices with the ease of USB with DU-CS
. Free up your existing serial port or use additional serial devices
. Avoid IRQ and COM port conflicts
. No need to install an add-in card
. No opening your computer
. Simple installation.
. Supports up to 115kb/sec serial devices
. Bus Powered no need for a cumbersome power supply
DU-CS Standards
USB Specification version 1.1
OHCI
UHIC
DU-CS Ports
One downstream (USB Type A connector)
One Serial DB25 port
DU-CS USB Connectivity
Five cascaded hubs maximum
DU-CS Rules
5m maximum between each hub
Up to 127 devices
DU-CS System Requirements
IBM-PC Compatible (486DX-66 MHz or Faster CPU)
Available USB Port
Windows 98 , 3.5" diskette with Serial to USB Driver
16MB RAM
DU-CS Compliances
CE , FCC Class B , VCCI
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D-Link is a leading supplier of network products and provides complete and reliable LAN/WAN solutions for the small office/home office (SOHO), workgroup and departmental networks. These solutions bring desktop and notebook PC users end-to-end connection to the local area networks (LAN) as well as access to the Internet/Intranet and remote links to the outside world (WAN).
D-Link combines quality products with global service and support. We offer a full range of networking technologies designed for performance, scalability, reliability and manageability, while emphasising ease of use and low cost.
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