Jeff Malka wrote:
> > Jeff, it is my understanding that none of the parallel scanners work
> > with Linux. Frankly, I can't imagine buying one these days since USB
> > scanners are more common.
>
> Sorry to hear that. My old system does not have USB
>
> I guess I will have to continue using my ancient scanner under windows.
> What a shame.
You can purchase a USB interface card, made those motherboards without
onboard USB ports. They are quite inexpensive these days.
Larry
>
>
> Jeff Malka <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Registered Linux user 183185
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Larry Marshall <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2001 9:41 AM
> Subject: Re: [expert] scanner under $150?
>
> >
> > > Does anyone have a suggestion for a parallel port flatbed scanner that
> is
> > > under $150 and will work with Linux?
> >
> > Jeff, it is my understanding that none of the parallel scanners work
> > with Linux. Frankly, I can't imagine buying one these days since USB
> > scanners are more common.
> >
> > Cheers --- Larry
> >
> >
