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πŸ”Œ Cable Matters USB to RJ45 Console Cable (Compatible with Cisco Console Cable, Rollover Cable) - FTDI Enabled, 6 Feet Length Review

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Details

Connector TypeUsb Type a 2.0
Cable TypeEthernet
Compatible DevicesServer, Router, Personal Computer
BrandCable Matters
Connector GenderMale-to-Male

Description of πŸ”Œ Cable Matters USB to RJ45 Console Cable (Compatible with Cisco Console Cable, Rollover Cable) - FTDI Enabled, 6 Feet Length

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. 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. 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. 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. 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.

Reviews

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Revainrating 5 out of 5

Works well with the Firewalla Gold Console Port

I bought this for my Firewalla Gold device with built in RJ45 console port. Firewalla suggests using a baud rate of 151200 bps, but I was only able to get a reliable connection with this cable at a baud rate of 9600 bps. As this is my only USB to RJ45 console cable I'm not sure if it's the cable or the Firewalla Gold but I suspect it could be a combination of the two hence the 4 star rating. Overall, however, 9600 bps is still enough to access an external terminal considering I rarely need to…

Pros
  • . The unhooked Cisco male-to-male console cable provides a convenient solution for configuring console port devices; The non-stick RJ45 connector prevents the tab from loosening and getting stuck in the console port.
Cons
  • Expensive

Revainrating 5 out of 5

It works with everything I've connected so far.

. I work in a data center and cisco provides rj45-db9 connectors for all devices. It is great. if your laptop is from 1992. Unfortunately, their freebie means anyone can buy a second device to plug into their more modern Windows 10 laptops like mine. Since I didn't like the idea, I bought this cable. So far it has worked on every device I've installed it on. Cisco n9k, hp5900 and occasional devices such as surveillance devices. The only downside, to be honest, is the price. Mine are almost $15…

Pros
  • Compatible with Windows, Mac and Linux to connect devices with standard Cisco USB to RJ45 output; The USB console cable swaps all 8 pins in the cable to communicate from the computer's USB port to the console port.
Cons
  • is confusing

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Well made and works well but the rubber/plastic "boot " around the end of the USB is too big.

Not the cheapest option but I went with a well known brand that has always been quality. Well made, made of high quality materials. I plugged it in and my Windows 10 laptop immediately recognized it as "FT232R USB UART" on COM7. Works great with the Cisco 2651XM router. The downside is that the protective sleeve around the USB port is so wide that I can't plug anything into the USB port next to it on the laptop. I was able to plug it into a USB hub on my desk with the USB ports rotated 90…

Pros
  • Angled USB cable connects directly to a router, switch, server or wireless access point for console port configuration; Connect this switch console cable directly instead of using an adapter cable. Software without a network or internet connection
Cons
  • Can I add something