LPT Port Docking Station

[firber]

How can I install and use the LPT Port of the Docking-Station (VGP-PRA1) when I use the Notebook VGN-A617S with Windows XP Professional (Preinstall: Windows XP Home)

[benfmv]

Isn't it visible in the "Ports" section of the device manager ?

If so, just install the specific Windows XP Pro driver for the hardware you want to install.

[kee-lo_]

Hi

This is what's known as a virtual port, in essence the VAIO recognises it as a USB port as it's a type of converter.

[firber]

Hi

This is what's known as a virtual port, in essence the VAIO recognises it as a USB port as it's a type of converter.

The PROBLEM is:
I must use a hardware-dongle for the LPT-Port, but the program i used can't find the dongle!

[Blencogo]

What are you trying to connect?

The port on Sony port replicators is a printer port only - it is not a true parallel port.

[kee-lo_]

The PROBLEM is:
I must use a hardware-dongle for the LPT-Port, but the program i used can't find the dongle!

Yes and my reply states this won't be possible due to the port being VIRTUAL