AFP Comm port problem
03-13-2005, 10:25 PM
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AFP Comm port problem
I just purchased AFP in hopes it would be able to run on my laptop. The progam loads fine but I don't have the 9 pin Comm port on this machine. I have a 9 pin monitor plug as well as a 25 pin printer plug and USB ports. Is there a way to make the 9 pin connector that comes with AFP connect and be recognized by my laptop? It is a Windows XP operating system if that should make a difference. If I need to go in and make adjustments somewhere please be as explicit as possible. I know how to use the machine but changing settings isn't my strong suit. Thanks in advance.
03-14-2005, 09:35 AM
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RE: AFP Comm port problem
You might not like this solution but a Serial to USB connector should fix you up.
http://electronics.smartbargains.com...show.sb?aid=95
Also check with Radio Shack or Local computer Supply House and they should have something like it. As the USB Trend has it Serial Ports will be a thing in the Past. I hope that helps any.
David
http://electronics.smartbargains.com...show.sb?aid=95
Also check with Radio Shack or Local computer Supply House and they should have something like it. As the USB Trend has it Serial Ports will be a thing in the Past. I hope that helps any.
David
03-14-2005, 11:20 AM
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RE: AFP Comm port problem
Many, many thanks David.
I thought that would do the trick but I wasn't for sure and didn't want to make the additional investment until someone gave me a little confidence. I assume that you do know for sure that it will be recognized with this adapter? Anyone with first hand experience?
I thought that would do the trick but I wasn't for sure and didn't want to make the additional investment until someone gave me a little confidence. I assume that you do know for sure that it will be recognized with this adapter? Anyone with first hand experience?
03-14-2005, 11:30 AM
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RE: AFP Comm port problem
Sorry I do not have first hand Experience with the AFP Cable and matting it with a Serial to USB connector, but I do not see why it wouldn't work. Anyone Else done this????
03-14-2005, 02:29 PM
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RE: AFP Comm port problem
Good Idea Captn. Call Mike at IKARUS USA and see if he can help. Hi is a friendly guy over the phone.
IKARUS USA
5876 Enterprise Parkway
Billy Creek Commerce Center
Fort Myers, FL 33905, USA
Phone: +1 - 239 - 690 - 0003
Fax: +1 - 239 - 690 - 0028
IKARUS USA
5876 Enterprise Parkway
Billy Creek Commerce Center
Fort Myers, FL 33905, USA
Phone: +1 - 239 - 690 - 0003
Fax: +1 - 239 - 690 - 0028
