USB gender converter to connect printer to wireless hub

[routerman]

I've got an HP 3055 printer with a duff LAN port. It also has a working USB port.

Originally I used a wireless bridge to connect the LAN port to my wireles network, until the port failed. I'm unable to get a replacement card for the printer. But, as the USB port still works I am seeking a way to use that port and connect it to a wireless device.

I thought about simply using a USB A to B converter, but after reading up on this I think I may have problems with power over the USB port.

Can I do this, is there a product which will allow me to connect the USB printer port to a wireless 802.11 hub etc?

Or should I simply ditch the printer and buy a new one!

Andy

 

[wahnula]

If I understand you correctly, there is a USB input on the printer that works, and you are trying to get the printer to work over a wireless network. Should be possible with a Wireless Router w/ Print Server.

Just make sure the printer is supported and the router is compatible (same brand is always best, especially for support) with your existing. Best of luck!

Tony

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