Usb To Db9 Adapter For Mac

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  • “Finally – an adapter that really works with Windows 7 and 64 bit – and so reasonably priced” – Diane, Richmond, VA
  • “The cable is reliable, durable, and inexpensive- a perfect combination!” – Daniel Nelson, CA
  • “Garmin was offering a serial to USB cable for $89. Got this one instead and the unit works great! Thanks for helping keep my good deal a good deal.” – K. Walker, TN
  • “Just worked in Ubuntu 11.04. Plugged this cable in, changed my settings to use ttyUSB0 instead of ttyS0, and it just worked.” – P&S

Features

Mac
  • Allows any PC to connect serial devices and programs that communicate through COM ports
  • PL-2303HX Rev D Chipset for high performance and compatibility across Windows, Mac, Linux, and other platforms
  • Plug and play creation of a COM port. Powered by USB – no external power needed
  • Programmable baud rate from 75bps to 12Mbps. 256 byte inbound and outbound buffers. Typical speeds up to 230 Kbps.
  • Full duplex transmitter and receiver. Modem RTS, CTS, DTR, DSR, DCD, and RI signals


Description

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PL-2303 family chipset for widest possible compatibility. Microsoft signed drivers for 32/64-bit Windows 10, 8.1, 8, Vista, and XP, drivers for Mac OS X 10.6 through 10.12 including Snow Leopard, Lion, Mountain Lion, Mavericks, Yosemite, El Capitan, and Sierra. Open source drivers included in Linux kernel 2.4.31 and later. Windows 7 and later Window versions automatically detect and install drivers if an Internet connection is present and Windows Update is configured to install drivers.

Works with devices with RS-232 serial ports like: other PCs with RS-232 ports, Bluetooth serial adapters, PDAs, GPS recievers, routers, firewalls, modems, printers, embedded character displays, scan tools, sonar units, embedded boards, etc.

Specific devices include: Garmin eTrex GPS, Seiko Label Printer, iRobot Create, Cisco products with serial consoles, US Robotics Modems, NexStar telescopes, Equus Scan Tools, Uniden Hand Held Scanners, etc.

Works with software like: HyperTerminal, TeraTerm, WinDBG, Putty, all open source serial software on Linux, etc.

Package Includes: USB Serial Converter with 24″ cable, Driver CD, and Quick Installation Guide.

Drivers available for:

  • Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7 and Windows 8 (all versions), Windows 8.1 and Windows 10
  • Mac OS X 10.6 and later (all versions)
  • Linux kernels 2.6.11 and later
Mac

See our Prolific driver download page for details and links.

Linux lsusb output for the Plugable Serial Adapter

Where to Buy

MSRP $19.99

Adding Serial Portsto Your Computer

Most new personal computers have replaced older serial connectors (e.g. DIN8 and DB9) with USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports. Therefore, you may need one of the following configurations to connect the Smart Focus, BBOX or NGC-MAX to your computer. We do not sell the Serial Adapter equipment. See 'Where to Find the Equipment' below for more information.

Smart Focus with PC
JMI's Smart Focus serial cable (included with SFDRO) AND a Type-A USB (male) to DB9 (male) Serial Adapter.
NGC-MAX or BBOX with PC
JMI's PC Version Serial Cable (CBLBBOX) AND a Type-A USB (male) to DB9 (male) Serial Adapter.

NOTE: When using a USB to 9-pin RS-232 Serial Adapter/Cable you must make sure of two things:
1) Be sure the correct driver is installed. (Follow the instructions provided with the device.)
2) Use the correct USB to Serial Adapter (Null Modem vs Straight Through). If you purchase a Null Modem Adapter you will need to replace our included Null Modem Serial Cable with a Straight Through Serial Cable (or use the null modem adapter WITHOUT a serial cable at all). If you purchase a Straight Through Adapter you will need to use our included Null Modem Cable.
Many USB to Serial Adapters do not tell you if they are Null Modem or Straight Through. If the adapter is designed to connect a digital device directly to your computer, it is most likely a Null Modem device. Some adapters appear to be able to switch between the two modes automatically.

Where to Find the Equipment

Manufacturers are constantly changing products and part numbers but the last time we checked (April 18, 2002) the following adapters appeared to match the criteria necessary for this connection:

PC Compatible:
Global Computer 500kbps USB to 9-Pin Serial Adapter (PC USB to DB9 Serial).
Go to www.globalcomputer.com or call 800-845-6225 and order part number B131-5002 (approx. $17) (Added April 21, 2004)

BAFO Technologies 1Mbps USB to Serial Adapter (DB9) (PC USB to DB9 Serial).
Go to www.tigerdirect.com and do a search for part number B133-1014, or manufacturer's part number BF-810 (approx. $20).
This is a straight through device.
This product has been tested and verified to work with JMI equipment.(Added February 10, 2003)

KeySpan High Speed USB Serial Adapter (PC USB to DB9 Serial).
Go to www.cdw.com and do a search for part number 323100 (approx. $50).

Db9 To Usb Adapter

Ambir Technology NotePro High Speed USB to Serial Adapter Cable (PC USB to DB9 Serial).
Go to www.cdw.com and do a search for part number 378351 (approx. $35).

EXP Single (PCA-SER1) and Dual (PCA-SER2) RS-232 Serial Port PC Cards.
Go to www.psism.com and do a search for part number PCA-SER1 or PCA-SER2 (approx. $160 to $180).

Socket Communications PCMCIA Dual Serial I/O Adapter.
Go to www.psism.com and do a search for part number SL0703-081 (approx. $220).

Female Db9 To Usb Adapter

Socket Communications PCMCIA Quad Serial I/O Adapter.
Go to www.psism.com and do a search for part number SL0751-161 (approx. $350).

Both PC and Mac:
 IOGEAR USB to Serial Converter Cable
Go to www.iogear.com and search for part number GUC232A (approx. $40).
This device appears to be able to switch automatically between 'straight through' and 'null modem' modes.
We found this product at www.globalcomputer.com for $27 (part number GUC232A).(Added October 26, 2004)
This product has been tested and verified to work with JMI equipment.(Verified December 31, 2007)
We have NOT been able to use this device with our Vista machine.

Usb To Db9 Serial Adapter

Socket Communications PCMCIA Single Serial I/O Adapter.
Go to www.psism.com and do a search for part number SL0700-004 (approx. $170).

Usb To Db9 Adapter For Macbook Air

Dynex 16' USB to RS-232 Serial Adapter Cable (Added April 30, 2013)
Go to www.bestbuy.com and search for part number DX-UBDB9 (approx. $37).
This is a null modem device.
This product has been tested and verified to work with JMI equipment.(Verified April 30, 2013)
We have been able to use this device with our XP, Vista, and Windows 7 machines.

Apple Macintosh:
KeySpan USB Twin Serial Adapter (Mac USB to 8-pin mini-DIN Serial).
Go to www.cdw.com and do a search for part number 164684 (approx. $75).

Standard Usb To Db9 Adapter

APC USB Apple Serial Adapter 2-Port (Mac USB to 8-pin mini-DIN Serial).
Go to www.cdw.com and do a search for part number 242679 (approx. $75).