The Caretaker Plus™ makes it possible for you to connect up to eight computers, or terminals to a common printer, plotter, or other serial or parallel device. Designed with your needs in mind, the Caretaker Plus uses commonly available cables, is compatible with all computers, printers and plotters, and has buffer memory. The Caretaker Plus’s buffer memory allows computers to simultaneously send data to the unit for fast, efficient printer sharing.
- Simultaneous inputs accepted from all computers
- Units can be linked together if more than 8 users need access to a connected peripheral
- Available in serial (RS232) or parallel (Centronics)
- Each port can automatically send a “form-feed”
- Up to two megabyte buffer option
- Serial units have programmable baud rate and flow control
- Noise protection feature prevents computers being powered on or off from generating spurious data
- Mode, data, busy, and error LEDs show data activity and status
- Power-up self-test and error display show any hardware problems
- Unlimited technical support
- Rack mount kits available
