[ClaireZk]

Originally Posted by owlyn

I've had Lifescan meters for years now, and have been using the One Touch Ultra since it came out. Every now and then, I'll hook it up to my computer and download the data. I also use the software to customize the meter. So, some months ago, I get a new PC, and opt to not get a serial port. Wasn't thinking about the meter. Anyway, I now can't connect my meter to my PC. So, I call Lifescan, and ask them if they have a USB cable. Yep, for $29.95, no deals, no swaps, sorry.

Now, I know I could have gotten a serial port, but I am also in I.S., and I knew what my options were. How about the majority of people who don't know that today's PCs don't automatically come with serial ports any longer? They'll have to pony up $29.95. Lifescan should really offer to swap the old cables for free, or maybe some nominal fee to cover shipping.

I guess I'll have to see if I can grab a serial port card out of one of the old PCs at work.

Don't you hate it when people try to make you pay for stuff everyone else gets for free?!

But on a more serious note... yeah, you should follow Jedi's advice and ask someone else.