StarTech.com RS232 Interface Converter 8

StarTech.com Converter, 8 x RS232 Terminals, 1.8m Cable Length - ICUSB2328

Connect serial devices to your PC with this StarTech.com USB to RS232 converter. It has one USB port to connect to your I/O device and eight RS232 ports to link with external units such as modems, projectors and printers. You can use this unit when programming digital signage boards.

• USB poweredUses 5V DC voltage from your PC's USB port, meaning you don't need an external power adapter.
• Fuss-free installationAs this is a plug-and-play device, no downloads or drivers are needed and set-up is simple.
• Wide OS compatibilityThis unit is compatible with Windows OS and servers, Mac OS and Linux 2.4.x to 4.11.x LTS versions for versatility.

• Temperature tolerance between 0°C and +55°C for use in challenging settings
• Light weight of 860g for easy handling

FAQs

• Adds eight RS232 serial ports using USB
• Bus-powered – requires no external power adapter
• Easy Plug-and-Play installation
• Fully compliant with USB 1.1 specifications and compatible with USB 2.0
• Provides serial connectivity to systems lacking RS-232 serial ports in a convenient external hub form factor
• Easy plug and play installation with our USB Bus-powered adapter – requires no external power adapter or wall outlet
• Applications
• Connect modems, digitizer tablets, mice, bar code scanners, GPS receivers, ISDN terminal adapters, mobile phones, scanners, UPS and POS equipment to your system
• Connect and program LED and Digital signage boards with serial communication ports

What's the housing made of?This converter's housing is made from plastic to withstand mechanical impact, making it suitable for use in harsh conditions.

Chipset Manufacturer

FTDI

Chipset Model

FT232RL

What is the Serial Protocol of this Adapter?

RS-232

How long is this Adapter Cable?

1.8m

Maximum Baud Rate

• 921.6kbit/s