I have a DB25 printer port that I would like to use as a Comm port with my police scanner. I have already attached all the cables. The problem I am having is getting the computer to recognize the Printer Port as a Comm port, so the software will recognize it. Is this possible?
db25 female connector is a parallel port so won't do what you want. you do have a 9pin com port on the back of pc or have the header on motherboard for a com port.
what is the make & model# of your computer or motherboard because if older then say 5yrs then should have 2 com ports? can get a pci serial port card.
in this link http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/opgx260/en/sm/sysbrd.htm#1111216 look for #15 as it is your 2nd derial connector. will need a cable from that connector to back of case.
