Hardware Trainer Kits

LPT 8255 Trainer for the x86 textbook



Due to the fact that many PCs no longer have any ISA slot, this 8255 LPT Trainer provides a means of interfacing with the PC via the LPT port. The LPT 8255 Trainer is perfect for both desktop and laptop computers. All it needs is an available LPT port, LPT cable, and a 9V AC adapter.


MDE 8255 LPT Trainer features:

  • Can be used for both Desktop/Laptop PCs
  • Single 8255 chip
  • Ports A, B, C available via terminal blocks
  • Onboard TTL power supply *1
  • 8 TTL compatible switches
  • 8 LEDs for reading outputs

*1 -- 9V AC adapter required


Due to the internal structure of MS Windows, separate drivers are required for both Assembly language and Visual C++ environments.

Microsoft Windows NT/2K/XP:

Visual C++ : Drivers & Sample Code (Also Inline ASM)
Visual Basic: Drivers & Sample Code


Microsoft DOS/Windows 9x using Pure Assembly:

MASM : Drivers & Sample Code


Microsoft Windows 9x:

Visual C++ : Drivers & Sample Code



You may purchase the MDELPT-8255 Trainer at :
http://www.elexp.com/.