Parallel Port Pcmcia
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A review of the Dell laptops
True to form, there are several options from which to choose when purchasing a Mini 9 from Dell. These include all the standards like a larger hard drive, more memory, integrated Bluetooth and a built-in Webcam. You even can choose to "upgrade" the Ubuntu 8.04.1 OS that the base model comes with to Windows XP. Why anyone would want to do that is beyond me, but the option is there if you want it.
I chose to keep things simple and get the base model. I did this for a few reasons, the first of which was the nice $349 ($373 after taxes) price tag. The second reason is so many reviews cover fully loaded machines with every option possible, which I think leads to a false sense of capability. For this review, I wanted to explore exactly how good the base model is.
The base Mini 9 (at the time of this writing) comes with an Intel Atom processor N270 running at 1.6GHz and a 533MHz 512K L2 Cache. It also comes with 512MB of RAM, a 4GB SSD (solid-state drive), 8.9" screen, 802.11g wireless networking and a 32-Watt-hour four-cell battery. Unfortunately, no Webcam is included in the base model.
The build quality of the Mini is very good. The screen hinge is precise and reliable, and the case has little to no flex. It just feels solid. The ports are pretty standard: three USB ports (two on the left side, one on the right), an SD/MMC/memory stick card reader, a VGA port, headphone and microphone jacks, and an Ethernet port. With everything else on the Mini, including the keyboard, display and trackpad, being shrunk, it is nice that the ports are the standard full-size variants instead of proprietary miniature versions that require special cables you can't find anywhere.
It comes as no surprise that the D830 has the Mini beat in the ports department. It has all the ports the Mini has (except the card reader) as well as an additional USB port, a DVD drive, S-Video out, Modem, parallel port and serial port. It makes up for the lack of a built-in card reader with a PCMCIA slot, which coincidently enough, I have filled with a four-in-one card reader.
The resolution of the Dell Mini 9's 8.9" screen is 1024x600. The width of the screen is good for most Web sites. The 600-pixel height normally would not be enough in my mind, but the Mini gets around this by turning the Windows key into a dedicated "full-screen" button that works in most applications. I'm glad Dell did something with that key, as otherwise it would be a wasted space on a keyboard that's cramped enough already. I've actually caught myself pressing the windows key on my other systems when I wanted to take an application full screen. The D830 has a 14" screen, but the resolution is practically the same: 1024x768. The extra height of the D830 screen is nice, but it's not enough to give it a clear advantage over the Mini.
One additional note about the screen on the Mini is that it's very bright, easily beating the D830. The screen also is viewable in almost all lighting conditions. The D830 screen is easily overpowered in sunlight, so the Mini has a definite advantage there.
The speakers on the Mini are nothing special. They sit on either side of the Dell logo beneath the screen, and they get the job done. They're not as loud as the speakers on the D830, but the sound quality is similarly average. For everyday listening on either laptop, a good pair of headphones is the best choice.
The trackpad on the Mini is molded in as part of the case plastic instead of being a separate piece like on the D830. Dell wisely chose to keep the left and right mouse buttons below the trackpad instead of moving them off to the side like other Netbook manufacturers. The sensitivity and accuracy beats the trackpad on the D830 easily, but the finger nub on the D830 is better than either trackpad. My preference is to use a mouse whenever possible, but I can live with the Mini's trackpad when a mouse is not available.
The four-cell dell Latitude D830 battery the Mini comes with has been good for 3.5–4.5 hours of battery life, depending on the load to which I have subjected it. I can't remember what the dell MM165 battery life was on the D830 when it was new, but the Mini beats it by at least an hour now.
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Quatech 1 Port PCMCIA to DB-25 Parallel Adapter $103.99 1 1 Port PCMCIA to DB-25 Parallel Adapter 1 x 25-pin DB-25 Female IEEE 1284 Parallel 5 Year Limited 1 Port DB-25 Parallel Adapter Driver CD Cable Add one reliable, high-speed, EPP parallel port for connecting printers, scanners, security dongles and other parallel devices to laptop, tablet and handheld PCs. Because many portable and handheld computers do not provide a parallel port (or if they do, the built-in port often cannot function in EPP mode), Quatech's Parallel PCMCIA Card is an ideal choice when a high speed parallel interface is required. Compatible with 3.3V and 5V systems. PC PC Card Parallel Adapter Quatech Quatech, Inc US Up to 700 Kbps Parallel Port spp-100 www.quatech.com |
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Parallel Printer Port DB25 PCMCIA CardBus Card Adapter $35.49 Description:Add a parallel port to your notebook computer and easily connect parallel port devices!This 32-bit CardBus PCMCIA card features an external 25-pin parallel port so you can connect a parallel port device such as a printer or scanner.Parallel DB25 Adapter compliant with 32-bit CardBus card type II standard.Complies with IEEE 1284 compatible parallel port, DB25 PCMCIA Card support standard Parallel Port (SPP), Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP) & Enhanced Capability Port (ECP).Easy to plug and play installation.Data transfer rate support up to 1.5MB/Sec.The DB25 CardBus supports Windows ME/2000/XP/Vista.Dimension: ~13.2(L) x 5.9(W) x 2.1(H)cmWeight: 116gPackage Included:1 x DB25 Card Adapter1 x CD Drive |
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StarTech.com 1 Port CardBus PCMCIA Parallel Laptop Adapter Card $54.99 1 1 Port CardBus PCMCIA Parallel Laptop Adapter Card 1 x 25-pin DB-25 Female Parallel This 1-port ECP/EPP parallel adapter is compatible with all 32-bit CardBus slots, providing a cost-effective way to connect parallel printers, scanners and more to a laptop computer. CB1PECP CardBus PC Parallel Adapter Plug-in Module StarTech.com Up to 1.50 Mbps Parallel Port www.startech.com |
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StarTech CB1PECP Parallel Ports PCMCIA Card $53.99 Data Rates: 1.5 Mbps Other Ports: 1 x Parallel Port Interface: PCMCIA Cardbus Operating Systems Supported: Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP/Vista Features: Maximum data transfer rate of 1.5 Mbps SPP/EPP/ECP Parallel port that fully supports existing Centronics interface Package Contents: 1 Port Parallel EPP/ECP CardBus Adapter User Manual Parts: Lifetime limited Labor: Lifetime limited |
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Spp-100 - B&B 1 Port Pcmcia To Db-25 Parallel Adapter - 1 X 25-Pin Db-25 Female Ieee 1284 Parallel $120.72 Add one reliable, high-speed, EPP parallel port for connecting printers, scanners, security dongles and other parallel devices to laptop, tablet and handheld PCs. Because many portable and handheld computers do not provide a parallel port (or if they do, the built-in port often cannot function in EPP mode), Quatech's Parallel PCMCIA Card is an ideal choice when a high speed parallel interface is required. Compatible with 3.3V and 5V systems. [SPP100] UPC: 835788104295 UNSPC: 43201522 0.55 LB |
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MMUI Parallel Port Expansion PCMCIA Expresscard $31.5 SpecificationsDimensions: 4.65 in x 1.89 in x 0.71 inWeight: 7.16 oz |
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Quatech / Parallel PCMCIA Card 1port EPP / SPP-100 $118.17 Quatech - Parallel PCMCIA Card 1port EPP - SPP-100 |
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Startech.com / 1 PORT CARDBUS PCMCIA / PCI2PCMCIA1E $41.98 Startech.com - 1 PORT CARDBUS PCMCIA - PCI2PCMCIA1E |
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Cb1Pecp - Startech.Com 1 Port Cardbus Pcmcia Parallel Laptop Adapter Card - 1 X 25-Pin Db-25 Female Parallel $60.77 connect Parallel Peripherals To Your Notebook Computer, Using Cardbus Technology! Compatible With All 32-bit Cardbus Slots, This 1-port Ecp/epp Adapter Is The Cost-effective Way To Connect Parallel Printers, Scanners And More Using The Convenience Of Plug And Play Installation. [617408] UPC: 065030824583 UNSPC: 43201522 8.4L x 5.6W x 1.7H 0.35 LB 0.05 Cubes |
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HP Parallel Port Adapter Parallel Adapter KD061AAR $43.82 HP Parallel Port Adapter Parallel Adapter KD061AAR |
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4 Port USB 2.0 Hub to CardBus PCMCIA Adapter Card $8 One end is 4 port USB type-A female connector. Another end is PCMCIA type II interface, which is compatible with PCMCIA |
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4 X USB 2.0 PORTS CARDBUS HUB IN PCMCIA FOR LAPTOP $8.42 4 usb port pcmcia card with cable |
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HP / PARALLEL PORT ADAPTER / KD061AA $42.09 HP - PARALLEL PORT ADAPTER - KD061AA |
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1 Port PCI to CardBus PCMCIA Adapter Card - CardBus adapter - PCI $31.99 StarTech.com 1 Port PCI to CardBus PCMCIA Adapter Card - CardBus adapter - PCI - for StarTech.com 1 2 |
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Parallel Port Adapter - parallel adapter $38.99 HP Parallel Port Adapter - Parallel adapter - parallel - for HP 4000 6200 Elite 8100 Point of Sale System rp5800 Pro 2000 31XX Workstation z210 |
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equip - FireWire IEEE-1394a PCMCIA Adapter $14.6 > Key Features: - 2 x IEEE-1394 externe Ports - Stromversorgung erfolgt �ber PCMCIA Port - 32Bit Cardbus |
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Startech PCI2PCMCIA1E 1 Port CardBus/PCMCIA to PCI $42.97 This innovative PCI PCMCIA adapter creates a PCMCIA port on your desktop computer in other words you save the cost of separate adapters that perform the same function on notebook and desktop computers. With support for a broad range of CardBus/PCMCIA compliant cards even if you don t use a notebook computer the PCI PCMCIA adapter offers a convenient way to proactively add the functionality offered by CardBus cards to a desktop computer without having to open the computer chassis multiple times for card installation. The PCI PCMCIA adapter also offers a costeffective peripheral swapping solution allowing users to swap CardBus connected peripherals between desktop and laptop computers a costsaving solution that s quick and easy to install. Completely hardwarebased solution eliminates loss of performance with your peripherals. Supports 16bit PCMCIA and 32bit CardBus cards. Easy plugandplay installation. Connect wireless broadband USB FireWire serial LAN/Network modems SATA and other CardBus cards to your PC. Excellent solution for using wireless broadband/EVDO cards with your desktop PC. Bus Type: PCI / PCIX (5 / 3.3V). Carton Quantity: 50. Chipset: ID ENE CB1410QF. Supports 16bit PCMCIA 2.1 / JEIDA 4.2 cards 32bit CardBus cards. OS Compatibility: Windows 98SE/ ME/ 2000/ XP(32/64bit)/ Server 2003(32/64bit)/ Vista(32/64bit)/ 7(32/64bit)/ Server 2008 R2. Form Factor: Plugin Card. |
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StarTech.com ExpressCard to PCMCIA Adapter Card $50.99 This ExpressCard to PCMCIA Laptop Adapter Card converts a laptop ExpressCard port into a PCMCIA CardBus port, allowing you to use older CardBus cards with a newer (ExpressCard capable) laptop computer. Ideal for use with Ethernet LAN, Broadband, Modem, and other CardBus expansion cards, the adapter eliminates the expense of having to replace your existing CardBus cards for the sake of compatibility. CB2EC CardBus Adapter CardBus Type I CardBus Type II ExpressCard Adapter ExpressCard to PCMCIA Adapter Card StarTech.com www.startech.com |
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Quatech 1 Port PCMCIA to RS-232 Serial Adapter $117.99 1 1 Port PCMCIA to RS-232 Serial Adapter 1 x 9-pin DB-9 Male RS-232 Serial 5 Year Limited Add reliable, high-speed serial ports for connecting card readers, barcode scanners and other serial devices to laptop, tablet and handheld PCs. Available in 1 port for RS-232. One of the most complete and robust Serial PCMCIA cards in the marketplace, Quatech PCMCIA cards can expand a mobile system's capabilities while taking up minimal system resources. Because they share electronic fundamentals with native bus architectures such as PCI and ISA, they function exactly like standard COM ports and can be addressed as such by most application software. In addition, their small size and the fact that the card itself can be left inside the computer at all times, make them practical choices for the "most mobile" portable systems. PC Card Quatech Quatech, Inc SSPR-100 Serial Adapter US Up to 921 Kbps Serial Port www.quatech.com |
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PCMCIA Compact Flash CF Card Reader Adaptateur $4.76 Sp eacute;cificationType: Convertisseur/Adaptateur Port: PCMCIA Longueur (cm): 8.6 Poids (kg): 0.043Package Contents1 x PCMCIA Compact Flash CF Card Reader Adapter for Laptop |
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4 Port USB 2.0 PCMCIA VIA Cardbus Adapter for Laptop $15.49 Features:Data transfer rate of the 4 Port PCMCIA Cardbus: USB 2.0 EHCI 480Mbps. USB 1.1 OHCI 1.5 Mbps, 12Mbps.The USB 2.0 PCMCIA Cardbus supports 32-bit CardBus type II Slot. Fully backward compatible to USB1.1.Compliant with 54mm standard card.It is the perfect way to add 4 USB 2.0 ports to any standard notebook PCs.Compatible with USB 2.0 specification.The Laptop PCMCIA Cardbus supports up to 127 devices.This Notebook PCMCIA VIA Cardbus provides two external Type AUSB ports and 1 external DC power jack.Output current per port = 500 ma ( max ).Support Windows 98/SE/ME/2000/XP/Vista.Also a DC 5V jack is available for self-power (but the power adapter is not included)Weight: 125g.Package Included:1 x 4 Port USB 2.0 PCMCIA Cardbus1 x CD Drive1 x USB cable |
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HP Parallel Port Adapter - Parallel Adapter. Each $32.18 Manufacturer: HP. Each. Connect to external device such as printers with the HP Parallel Adapter. This adapter provides a parallel port support that can be used to connect to parallel interfaced devices. Device Type: Parallel adapter Data Link Protocol: |
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Startech 1 Port CardBus/PCMCIA to PCI Adapter 1 x CardBus $42.97 A perfect costeffective solution this innovative card creates a PCMCIA port on your computer in other words you save the cost of separate adapters that perform the same function on notebook and desktop computers With support for a broad range of CardBus/PCMCIA compliant cards even if you don t use a notebook computer PCI2PCMCIA offers a convenient way to proactively add the functionality offered by PCMCIA cards to a desktop computer without having to open your computer chassis multiple times for card installation. |
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Brainboxes 1 Port RS-232 Serial PCMCIA Card $84.99 0.20" Thickness x 2.13" Width x 3.37" Depth 1 1 Port RS-232 Serial PCMCIA Card 1 x 9-pin DB-9 Male RS-232 Serial 2.36 oz PC Card providing one RS232 serial port. Up to 921,600 data transfer rates and the 128 byte deep transmit and 128 byte receive FIFOS, coupled with 1Mbit/s line drivers deliver uncompromising performance on your laptop/PC. Brainboxes Brainboxes Limited PC PC Card PM-020-001 RoHS Serial Adapter WEEE Yes www.brainboxes.com |
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Brainboxes 1 Port RS422/485 PCMCIA Adapter $104.99 0.20" Thickness x 2.13" Width x 3.37" Depth 1 1 Port RS422/485 PCMCIA Adapter 1 x 9-pin DB-9 Male RS-422/485 Serial 2.36 oz PC Card providing one RS422/485 serial port. Up to 921,600 data transfer rates and the 128 byte deep transmit and 128 byte receive FIFOS, coupled with 1Mbit/s line drivers deliver uncompromising performance on your laptop/PC. Brainboxes Brainboxes Limited PC PC Card PM-120-001 RoHS Serial Adapter WEEE Yes www.brainboxes.com |
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Brainboxes 1 Port Serial PCMCIA Card (Ruggedised) $84.99 0.20" Thickness x 2.13" Width x 3.37" Depth 1 1 Port Serial PCMCIA Card (Ruggedised) 1 x 9-pin DB-9 Male RS-232 Serial 1.73 oz PC Card providing one RS232 serial port. Up to 921,600 data transfer rates and the 128 byte deep transmit and 128 byte receive FIFOS, coupled with 1Mbit/s line drivers deliver uncompromising performance on your laptop/PC. Brainboxes Brainboxes Limited PC PC Card PM-143-001 RoHS Serial Adapter WEEE Yes www.brainboxes.com |
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RS232 DB9 Serial I/O Port to PCMCIA Notebook Card $11.09 Allows RS-232 compliant peripheral to connect to your laptop or desktop w/ PCMCIA Slot conveniently and easily. |
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Label Stock / Low Profile PCI Parallel Port / PARALLEL-PCI/LP $45.14 Label Stock - Low Profile PCI Parallel Port - PARALLEL-PCI/LP |
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Label Stock / Single EPP Parallel Port / PARALLEL-PCI $42.7 Label Stock - Single EPP Parallel Port - PARALLEL-PCI |
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HP Parallel Port Adapter Parallel Adapter 465339-001 KD061AA $38.93 HP Parallel Port Adapter Parallel Adapter 465339-001 KD061AA |
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Handbook for Parallel Port Design $54.99 This book serves to demystify the parallel port. First addressing the basic tools of inputting-to and outputting-from the port, it will logically progress from the simple to more complex. It will walk the reader through the design process until a solid understanding of the parallel port is achieved. |
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Free shipping 2 Port USB 2.0 PCMCIA Card Cardbus Adapter (DN48) $7.11 2 Port USB 2.0 PCMCIA CARD Supports transfer rates of 1.5/12/480 Mbps. |