Lexmark recommends connecting your IBM-compatible printer equipped with a parallel port via IEEE-1284 compliant parallel cable. These heavy duty, beefy, industry-compliant cables offer:
Fully molded connector ends for high tensile strength and durability
USB A/B cable provides fast data-transfer speeds and offers a secure, reliable connection to your printer. 6.5' length allows you to easily connect devices without requiring you to keep them directly next to each other. High-quality design provides reliable, error-free performance.