are printer usb cables universal
Best Answer: There are two fundamental types. We used to have parallel printer cables (25 pin plug one end, centronix the other) and we now have mainly USB. USB A to B cables are universal. Parallel printer cables come in two flavours - uni and bi-directional. From memory I don't think that matters on a Lexmark but don't quote me. If you get a bi-directional it will work on anything.