---
product_id: 1570969
title: "USB to Parallel IEEE 1284 Printer Cable Adapter (CB-CN36)"
brand: "sabrent"
price: "RM89"
currency: MYR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Sabrent"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.my/products/1570969-usb-to-parallel-ieee-1284-printer-cable-adapter-cb-cn36
store_origin: MY
region: Malaysia
---

# 12Mbps high-speed data transfer Plug & Play, no drivers needed Supports IEEE 1284 bi-directional parallel USB to Parallel IEEE 1284 Printer Cable Adapter (CB-CN36)

**Brand:** sabrent
**Price:** RM89
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🖨️ Upgrade your print game — old tech, new tricks!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** USB to Parallel IEEE 1284 Printer Cable Adapter (CB-CN36) by sabrent
- **How much does it cost?** RM89 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.my](https://www.desertcart.com.my/products/1570969-usb-to-parallel-ieee-1284-printer-cable-adapter-cb-cn36)

## Best For

- sabrent enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sabrent brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Zero Setup Stress:** Plug & Play design eliminates driver installs and manual switching boxes.
- • **Universal OS Compatibility:** Seamlessly works across Windows and Mac OS for ultimate flexibility.
- • **Lifetime Warranty Assurance:** Invest confidently with a durable cable backed for life.
- • **Blazing Fast 12Mbps Transfer:** Experience rapid print job delivery with industry-leading data speeds.
- • **Effortless Legacy Printer Revival:** Transform your classic parallel printer into a modern USB powerhouse without hassle.

## Overview

The SABRENT CB-CN36 USB to Parallel IEEE 1284 Printer Cable Adapter is a sleek, driverless solution that converts your legacy parallel printer into a USB-compatible device. Supporting data transfer speeds up to 12Mbps and bi-directional communication, it ensures fast, reliable printing across multiple operating systems with simple plug & play installation. Backed by a lifetime warranty, it’s the ultimate bridge between vintage hardware and modern connectivity.

## Description

The Sabrent CB-CN36 USB to Printer Cable effectively turns your parallel printer into a USB printer! The 36M Centronics Connector from the Sabrent Converter will connect to the 36F Centronics Connector on your printer. Compatible with USB 1.1 and 2.0, this driverless solution makes connecting your printer easy. Features: • Sends print jobs to parallel printers through USB port • Fully compliant with USB 1.1/2.0 and IEEE 1284 specifications • Bi-directional data transfer over parallel port for high speed • sprinting up to 12Mbps data transfer rate • Lowe power consumption, no external power adapter needed • Supports most printers • Plug & Play for effortless installation System requirements: • Mac OS 9.1 & higher • Windows 98SE /ME /2000 /XP /Vista /7/8/8.1/10 • Printer with 36-pin Centronics Port (standard printer port) • PC or MAC with USB Interface Please Note: Not all printers may work with this cable in Windows or Mac OS. Check with your printer manufacturer to confirm whether the printer itself supports a USB to Parallel conversion. Package contents: • USB 2.0 TO PRINTER CONVERTER CABLE (6 FT) CENTRONICS (36-PIN) • Driver CD Warranty: This product comes with a LIFETIME warranty.

Review: Works just like a cable should - Used this to connect a very old HP LaserJet 4M. The old cable just stopped working, probably got damaged by my movers, but it appeared to be fine. The print job would act like it was working, but the printer would just flash and then nothing would happen. This cable solved the problem. Works just like it should. No more print issues. Quality is good.
Review: Quality product, good service! - Quality cable, works well!

## Features

- Supports multiple operation systems
- IEEE 1284 (Bi-Directional Parallel Interface)
- Enjoy data transfer rate up to 12Mbps
- Eliminate manual or automatic parallel switch boxes
- Simple Plug & Play installation

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00IDU0T1Y |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2 in Parallel Cables |
| Brand | SABRENT |
| Cable Type | USB |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Printer |
| Compatible Phone Models | No Compatible Phone Models |
| Connector Gender | Male-to-Female |
| Connector Type | USB Type A |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (4,568) |
| Data Transfer Rate | 12 Megabits Per Second |
| Date First Available | February 12, 2014 |
| Frequency | 1.5 MHz |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00819921011336 |
| Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Indoor, Outdoor |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 7.38 x 5.1 x 0.69 inches |
| Item Weight | 4.2 ounces |
| Item model number | CB-CN36 |
| Manufacturer | SABRENT |
| Maximum Voltage | 5 Volts (DC) |
| Model Name | CB-CN36 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Pins | 36 |
| Operating System | Windows: 2000/XP/Vista/7/8 (Both 32-bit & 64-bit versions), Mac OS X or later |
| Product Dimensions | 7.38 x 5.1 x 0.69 inches |
| Recommended Uses For Product | printers |
| Shape | Round |
| Special Feature | Data Transfer, High Speed |
| Specification Met | No |
| UPC | 798813000019 819921011336 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** SABRENT
- **Cable Type:** USB
- **Compatible Devices:** Printer
- **Connector Type:** USB Type A
- **Special Feature:** Data Transfer, High Speed

## Images

![USB to Parallel IEEE 1284 Printer Cable Adapter (CB-CN36) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61M-y-S-faL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How long is it?**
A: It's a 1-Ft cable in a 6-Ft box!

**Q: Just got the cable in the mail and hooked up my printer and Windows 8 PC but the printer was not recognized. What should i do?**
A: I had the same problem using Win 8.1. Here's what I did to resolve it: 1) Go to Control Panel. Click on Devices and Printers. 2) In the upper left corner click, on "Add Printer". A new window will appear and search for available printers on your system. If your printer is displayed, select it and follow instructions. 3). If not, at the bottom of the "add printer" window click on the arrow indicating that your printer was not displayed. A new window will pop up with a number of options. Select "Add a local printer...." and click Next. A list of printer manufacturers will appear on the left. Find your printer's manufacturer and select. A list of its printers will be displayed on the right. Select your printer and follow instructions. Note: I have an HP-2100 Laser Jet printer. In the list of manufacturers, HP is also listed as Hewlett Packard. You may have to look under both listings to find your printer. 4) Check back in "Devices and Printers" to make sure your printer shows up and is the default printer. Hope this helps.

**Q: Will this cable connect an hp officejet t45 printer to an hp computer running windows 10?**
A: No mine did not work, ended up in the trash

**Q: What's the difference between DB25 and DB25F ?**
A: I believe one is male and the other female.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works just like a cable should
*by M***T on December 15, 2025*

Used this to connect a very old HP LaserJet 4M. The old cable just stopped working, probably got damaged by my movers, but it appeared to be fine. The print job would act like it was working, but the printer would just flash and then nothing would happen. This cable solved the problem. Works just like it should. No more print issues. Quality is good.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality product, good service!
*by P***D on January 7, 2026*

Quality cable, works well!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sabrent Cable
*by A***R on January 16, 2026*

Works great 👍

## Frequently Bought Together

- SABRENT USB to Parallel IEEE 1284 Printer Cable Adapter (CB-CN36)
- UGREEN 10FT USB to Parallel Port Printer Cable, CN36 Cable Adapter IEEE1284 for Old Printer, Centronics Parallel Converter with Fast Transmission

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*Product available on Desertcart Malaysia*
*Store origin: MY*
*Last updated: 2026-01-26*