Parallel interface card DIGITUS DS-30020 PCIe, 1x DB25, OXPCIe952 chipset, SPP, 2.5 Mbit/s, black

DIGITUS DS-30020 is a PCIe parallel interface card that adds one DB25 (DSUB 25) parallel port to a compatible PC. Based on the OXPCIe952 chipset, the card provides wired parallel connectivity with support for Standard Parallel Port (SPP), Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP) and Enhanced Capability Port (ECP) modes and a maximum data transfer rate up to 2.5 Mbit/s. The card is supplied in black and includes a driver CD, user manual and a low-profile bracket for installation in small form factor systems. It is intended for use with legacy printers, industrial devices and other peripherals that require a parallel port and supports older Windows operating systems listed by the manufacturer.

Advantages

The DIGITUS DS-30020 gives a simple way to reintroduce a parallel interface to modern PCs via a PCIe slot without requiring motherboard-level ports. Its OXPCIe952 chipset ensures compatibility with SPP, EPP and ECP communication modes and supports a stable data transfer up to 2.5 Mbit/s. The card comes with a low-profile bracket for flexible installation and a driver CD and manual for setup on supported Windows systems, reducing the need to source legacy hardware components.

Suitable for

• Connecting parallel printers that require a DB25 interface
• Interfacing with industrial controllers and machinery using parallel signals
• Supporting legacy laboratory or measurement equipment with parallel-port connectivity
• Adding a parallel port to small form factor or desktop PCs via PCIe

Key specifications

• Host interface: PCI Express (PCIe) compliant with PCI Express Base Specification 1.1
• I/O ports: 1 × DB25 (DSUB 25) parallel port
• Chipset: OXPCIe952
• Supported protocols/modes: SPP, EPP, ECP
• Maximum data transfer rate: up to 2.5 Mbit/s
• Power management: compliant with PCI Power Management 1.2
• Colour: black
• Accessories included: driver CD, user manual, low-profile bracket

How to use

Install the DIGITUS DS-30020 into an available PCIe slot on a powered-off PC, secure the bracket to the chassis and, if required, replace the full-height bracket with the supplied low-profile bracket for compact cases. Power on the system and install the driver from the supplied CD or from the manufacturer’s support site if an updated driver is available. Connect the parallel peripheral to the DB25 connector using a compatible cable and configure the device in the operating system using standard printer or port settings for SPP/EPP/ECP as appropriate for the connected equipment.

Usage recommendations

Use the supplied driver or the manufacturer’s latest driver to ensure proper operation under the supported Windows versions. When connecting industrial or measurement devices, verify signal and grounding requirements for your peripheral to avoid communication errors. For modern operating systems not listed as supported, consult the manufacturer’s website for driver updates or compatibility notes before installation.