No, all USB to serial cables are not the same. There are a few different types of these cables, and each one has its own specific purpose. Some USB to serial cables are designed for use with specific types of devices, while others are more universal and can be used with a variety of different devices.
Serial ports are a type of interface found on computers and other electronic devices that allow them to communicate with each other. They are used to connect devices such as printers, scanners, and modems to a computer. Serial ports are also used to connect some types of industrial equipment to a computer. Serial ports send data one bit at a time, which is why they are sometimes called serial communication ports. This is in contrast to parallel ports, which send multiple bits of data at the same time. Serial ports are older than parallel ports and are not as commonly used anymore.
A USB to serial converter is a device that can be used to connect a USB device to a serial port. This can be useful if you need to connect a USB device to a computer that does not have a USB port.
4.7/5
10 feet long
One DB9 female connector
One DB9 male connector
Straight through (not a null modem cable)
Black
$234
The cable works; the quality is excellent, and the controls on the attached speaker function as intended. I am using it to extend the 9-pin wire for the Logitech 5.1 sound system. The connection is not physically secure since the female end of the connector has no method to lock onto the male connector body. I had to buy the proper diameter threaded standoffs from the neighborhood hardware store because I am running the cable through a confined space to prevent cable ends from coming free when installing.I just deducted one star because the image on the item page is accurate. For the purpose of physically securing the two matching 9 pin cable ends, it would be beneficial if the manufacturer produced a version with 2x 4-40 1/2" female-female standoffs (like the picture), or perhaps included them as a standard component of extension cable packages.
4.6/5
Uses latest Prolific PL2303 chipset. Supports Windows 10/8.1/8/7/Vista/XP//2000 /Linux 2.4 or above /and Mac OS X 10.6 and above. Simple installation,plug and play.
Gold Plated USB 2.0 to RS232 Male DB9 Serial Cable, Connect Serial DB9(9 PIN) Devices such as a modem to a USB port on your computer. USB port with 1Mbps data transfer rate
Easy Connectivity,USB to RS232 adapter works with modems, ISDN Terminal Adapters, digital cameras, label writers, palm PCs, PDAs,cashier register,CNC,PLC controller,tax printer,POS, bar code scanner, label printer,and devices with DB9 SERIAL ports.Please note that not compatible with Cutting plotter,SCM.
Tinned Copper Conductor and triple shielding ensure the best data transfer rate. Powered by USB port, no external power adapter required.
CableCreation supports lifetime warranty and customer services. Package including USB to RS232 DB9 cable and Driver CD.***Please install the provided driver to your PC/laptop to enable this adapter.***
$234
The adaptor is fantastic. A laptop running Windows 10 as the host OS and Windows XP as the guest OS is my application. I virtualized the XP machine because it was previously running on physical hardware that was failing. I had to develop a workaround because the laptop lacks serial ports and the point-of-sale system has a serial modem attached. That answer was this guy. I successfully installed the drivers (supplied with the adapter) on the Windows XP guest. I then connected the modem to the laptop using this adapter, and the visitor had no trouble recognizing it. I used the point-of-sale system to run a test batch of credit card transactions, and the modem successfully handled the batch. Excellent value and (so far) a top-notch product
4.6/5
DB9 F/F
DB-9 (F) to DB-9 (F)
for StarTech.com 1
Serial cable
6 ft
$234
I purchased this to stretch the cord from my Logitech 5.1 surround sound system's "control" speaker. The connector must be the same even if I don't have the Z506 system; I only have a center channel speaker setup. The proprietary 9-pin wire for the "control" speaker is just about 6' long. This cable allows me to easily transfer the "control" speaker to a remote area of my room, and everything continues to function as intended.
4.6/5
Features support for 32.4 Gbps bandwidth, high-bandwidth HBR3, DSC 1.2 display stream compression, forward error correction (FEC), 32 audio channels, and high dynamic range (HDR).
Supports video resolutions up to 8k (7680 x 4320 @ 60Hz), 5k (5120 x 2880 @ 60Hz), 4k UHD (3840 x 2160 @ 144Hz), and 1080P (Full HD) , as well as flawless audio pass-thru for uncompressed digital channels(7.1, 5.1 or 2).
Equipped with 28 AWG tinned copper, foil & braid shielding, 24K gold-plated connectors; all these combine together to provide both superior cable performance and reliable connectivity of a DP to DP 1.4 cable.
Directly connects a DisplayPort (DP, DP++, DisplayPort ++) equipped computer to a HD monitor or projector with DisplayPort input for audio and video streaming. Downwards compatible with Display Port 1.3/1.2/1.1 cables; compliant to version 1.4 specifications.
2 Protection caps for connectors; 30-day money-back guarantee, 18-month warranty and friendly customer service.
$234
I have lots of freedom to position the computer and monitor anyway I like thanks to the great length of this connection. Both the ends and connections of the braided cable have a premium feel to them. It is both flexible and fits into the areas where it should fit. It made any flickering go away and enhanced my experience in general. I'm glad I got it!
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4.5/5
Provides the connection between USB and the traditional RS-232 serial port
COM ports and Baud rates can be modified to desired set up.
This product comes with LIFETIME manufacturer warranty.
Easy to setup: Plug & Play - Simply plug your device into the adapter and the adapter into your PC or Mac.
Supported OS: Windows 2000/ME/98SE, Windows XP (32/64-bit), Windows Vista (32/64-bit), Windows 7 (32/64-bit), Windows 8/8.1 (32/64-bit), Windows 10 and higher (32/64-bit), Mac OS X 10.6 and Above, Linux 2.4 or above
$234
I purchased this cable so that I could use my Windows 7–10 computers to program older two-way radios that require a 9-pin serial programming connector. The issue I encountered—and I anticipate other people will encounter it as well—is that older software may be looking for a COM1 port, while systems with only one USB port may have it labeled as anything from COM3 to COM16 . On older systems, COM1 served as the 9-pin serial port while COM2 served as the printer port.What you need to do to fix the issue is as follows. Plug the cable into a USB port when the driver has been loaded, then go to your computer's "Device Manager" to find the device. The search bar in settings may need to be used to enter Device Manager. The Device Manager lists every component of your computer as well as any external devices that are attached to it. You should notice "Prolific USB-to-Serial Comm Port with the indicated COM port at the end" under the Ports (COM
4.4/5
Easy installation with Universal Plug and Play (UPnP)
Connect RS-232 serial devices such as modems and network switches using the widely supported USB standard found in most laptops and desktops today.
Supports USB 1.1 and compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports.
Supports multiple operating systems
Connect a RS-232 serial device such as a modem to a USB port on your computer
$234
BE AWARE that this adapter features two female nuts adjacent to the plug to secure the serial port to the adapter, so you know before you buy. I was using a Bosch CDR tool, which has a serial interface, to connect to this. Next to the serial plug on this tool are two female nuts. Both are female, thus they are unable to bond. The nuts would not even allow the adaptor plug to touch my device's serial port. I mistakenly believed that I could simply unscrew the adapter's nuts, but they are firmly fastened. I had to pry open the plastic covering around the serial end of the adapter and use a Dremmel tool to cut away the backing of the female nuts on the other side of the mounting plate in order to remove the adapter nuts. This is a sensitive technique, and if you are not careful, it would be simple to break the soldered connections by the strain relief.After removing these, I installed the Windows 7 drivers from the CD, and the adapter functioned flawlessly. The adaptor was quickly identified as COM3 by the CDR Tool.This device will function flawlessly right out of the box if the device you are connected to has male threaded screws for connecting it to a serial cable. In order to use a device that has female nuts designed to attach to postal threads, you will need to put in a little extra labor.
4.4/5
This is a fast and economical method of changing the gender on ‘D’ type ports. Connect two female serial cables together, or convert a 9 pin female/male connection to a 9 pin male/female connection .
3 Mini Gender Changer 4 Coupler Connector
1 Serial RS-232 Connection 2 DB 9 Adapter male/female to male/female
$234
I still program security panels using the outdated RS232 protocol. However, I have to use about a dozen adapters to connect to my laptop's USB port, and it looks like there is a rule that all adapters must have a male connection at the end.These adorable puppies are worth preserving.
4.4/5
USB ROLLOVER CABLE directly connects to a router, switch, server or wireless access point for configuration from the console port; Directly connect this switch console cable instead of carrying a cable plus an adapter; Program equipment without a network or internet connection
SNAGLESS MALE TO MALE Cisco console cable provides a convenient solution for configuring equipment with a console port; A snagless RJ45 connector protects the tab from being torn off and stuck in the console port
USB CONSOLE CABLE adapter connects from the USB port of a computer to the RJ45 console port of a networking switch or router; RJ45 to USB console cable connects new computers and laptops without a serial port
WINDOWS & MAC & LINUX COMPATIBLE to connect equipment with a standard Cisco USB to RJ45 pin-out; USB to console cable reverses all 8 pins in the cable to communicate from a computer USB port to a console port
SIMPLE INSTALLATION of this USB to console cable with the FTDI drivers and instructions available for download from Cable Matters; Windows 10 and the latest macOS usually include FTDI drivers as part of the OS when using this FTDI USB cable
$234
In the past year, as a network engineer working in a corporate setting with a predominance of Cisco products, I've gone through three similar USB-to-RJ45 connections from other manufacturers. This cable has performed admirably thus far, and the stronger clip guard gives me much more confidence than the other, less expensive cables I've purchased, whose flimsier clip guards ultimately allowed the RJ45 clip to break. Additionally, this one is more resistant to snagging if/when you're pulling it through a lot of cables or simply if your equipment is in an awkward location and you can only reach in with one hand to release the RJ45 head and have to draw the wire back to you.Because I can roll up the circular cable more quickly and fit it into a specific pouch in my backpack, I also prefer it over the more common flat cable.This USB-to-RJ45 cable is now my favorite, and I would suggest it above the less expensive models I've already tried and broken.
4/5
Uses latest Prolific PL2303 chipset. Supports Windows 10/8.1/8/7/Vista/XP//2000 /Linux 2.4 or above /and Mac OS X 10.6 and above. Simple installation,plug and play.
Easy Connectivity. USB to RS232 adapter works with modems, ISDN Terminal Adapters, digital cameras, label writers, palm PCs, PDAs,cashier register,CNC,PLC controller,tax printer,POS, bar code scanner, label printer,and devices with DB9 SERIAL ports.Please note that it’s not compatible with Cutting plotter,SCM.
CableCreation supports 2 year warranty and easy to reach customer services. Package including USB to RS232 DB9 cable and Driver CD. ***Please install the provided driver via enclosed CD or at CableCreation to enable this adapter cable.***
Gold Plated USB 2.0 Male to RS232 Female DB9 Serial Cable connects a serial DB9(9 PIN) device, such as a modem, to a USB port on your computer. USB port with 1Mbps data transfer rate.
Tinned Copper Conductor and triple shielding ensure the best data transfer rate. Powered by USB port, no external power adapter required.
$234
What else is left to say? None of my laptops or adjacent gadgets even use a db9/rs232 connection, only USB-A. I have a cash register with a male db9/rs232 connector. I've so far been able to alter the ending line and header of a printed receipt, but I'll have to report back if my PLUs are accepted during an export. Otherwise, everything appears to be running smoothly. 4/29/2019Use the default drivers and settings if you're working with Windows 10; there's no need to alter the baud rate, bit rate, or other settings unless you can find the necessary information on a forum or other resource.EDIT: As of today (5/6/2019), it doesn't appear to be compatible with my royal alpha1100ml when connected to USB 3.0 ports, which is problematic given that newer laptops don't even have USB 2.0 connectors any more.
3.8/5
ã€Power Output】- this usb debug cable can be configured for either v5 or v3.3 power output. Built-in PL2303 chipset has an on-board DC-DC converter.
ã€Built-in PL2303TA Chipset】- this usb to ttl serial cable with built-in PL2303TA chip is easiest way ever to connect to your microcontroller/Raspberry Pi/WiFi router serial console port.
ã€Four Wire】- Red - 5v; Black - Ground; Green -Tx; White - Rx
ã€Wide OS Support】- this usb ttl serial cable is supported by most common OSes such as win XP/VISTA/7/8/8.1/10/ Mac OS X/Linux. (please refer to http://www.prolific.com.tw/US/ShowProduct.aspx?p_id=225&pcid=41, and then download the Prolific 2303 driver). If you are running Linux, drivers are already included in the kernel, no need to install anything.
ã€Wide Application】- this pl2303 usb ttl cable widely used for laboratories, product testing and low cost MCU communications etc.
$234
The Prolific drivers required to make this device work are now subject to authorization requirements in Mac OSX High Sierra.OSX Installation: During the driver installation procedure, it is not made clear that OSX will request a restart once you give permission for the driver to be installed (before the driver has finished installing). REFUSE TO RESET AT THE FIRST INSTRUCTION. Your OSX will become unusable as a result, and you will have to reinstall it from a backup (e.g., Time Machine). Instead, tell OSX not to restart; once the Prolific installation window closes, it will prompt you to do so. At that moment, starting over is secure. To be safe, wait to delete the files until after you restart. I hope this will be useful for any Mac OSX users who have the more recent operating system (10.13.X - macOS High Sierra and later).Driver Information: When using'screen' from a terminal, the prodigious drivers may not work. You might discover that you require a few more (older) drivers. Usb serial drivers should be accessible via a google search.
A serial connection is a type of connection that uses a serial interface to transmit data. Serial connections are typically used to connect devices that use a serial interface, such as modems, printers, and mice.
The most common types of serial cables are null modem cables, straight through cables, and crossover cables. Null modem cables are used to connect two DTE devices or two DCE devices. Straight through cables are used to connect two DTE devices or two DCE devices of the same type. Crossover cables are used to connect two DTE devices or two DCE devices of different types.
A serial cable typically contains 4 wires.
RS-232 uses two wires for transmitting data: 1. Transmit Data (TXD) 2. Receive Data (RXD) It also uses three control lines: 1. Request to Send (RTS) 2. Clear to Send (CTS) 3. Data Terminal Ready (DTR) And it uses a ground line. So, a total of five wires are used.
RJ45 is a type of connector commonly used for Ethernet networking. While RJ45 can be used for both serial and parallel connections, it is most commonly used for serial connections.
RS232 is a standard for serial data communication between computers and other devices. Ethernet is a standard for computer networking. RS232 and Ethernet are not the same.
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