StarTech.com 16-Port USB to RS232 Serial Adapter Rackmount ICUSB23216FD
The StarTech.com ICUSB23216FD is an industrial-grade 16-port USB to RS232 serial adapter, engineered to convert a single USB 2.0 port into 16 reliable serial connections for critical business operations.
- High Port Density: Provides 16 RS232 serial ports from a single USB connection, enabling centralized management of numerous legacy devices without requiring multiple adapters.
- Industrial Durability: Features a robust steel chassis and wide operating temperature range, ensuring reliable performance in demanding industrial or rackmount environments.
- Scalable Connectivity: Supports daisy-chaining of multiple hubs, allowing businesses to expand serial device port counts as operational needs grow.
- Broad OS Compatibility: Compatible with a wide array of Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems, simplifying integration into diverse IT infrastructures.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com ICUSB23216FD is an industrial-grade 16-port USB to RS232 serial adapter, designed to convert a single USB 2.0 Type-B host interface into 16 individual RS232 serial ports, supporting data transfer rates up to 480 Mbit/s.
Engineered with a durable steel housing and supporting daisy-chaining, this adapter offers a scalable and resilient solution for integrating legacy serial devices into modern IT infrastructure, ensuring operational continuity across diverse environments.
- Core Functionality: Converts one USB 2.0 port into 16 RS232 serial ports, enabling efficient management and control of multiple serial-based devices from a single host system.
- Rackmount Design: Features a sturdy, rack-mountable steel chassis, allowing for secure and organized installation within server racks or industrial enclosures to save space.
- Daisy-Chain Support: Facilitates connecting multiple units together, providing a scalable solution to expand serial port availability as your business grows without extensive reconfigurations.
- Wide OS Support: Offers extensive compatibility with Windows, macOS, Linux, and Windows Server operating systems, ensuring frictionless integration into existing IT ecosystems.
- Operational Value: Boasts a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 49337 hours and a broad operating temperature range, guaranteeing sustained reliability and minimizing downtime in critical applications.
This adapter is an essential component for organizations seeking to modernize and consolidate their serial device management with enterprise-grade reliability and scalability.
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What This Solves
Consolidate Legacy Device Management
Many operational environments still rely on critical equipment that communicates via RS232 serial ports, creating management challenges with modern USB-only systems. This adapter provides 16 serial ports from a single USB connection, centralizing control and simplifying the integration of diverse legacy devices.
Industrial facilities, retail chains, healthcare clinics, IT operations centers
Expand Serial Port Capacity
As businesses grow, the need to connect more serial-based peripherals, such as POS terminals or specialized sensors, often exceeds available port capacity. With daisy-chaining support, this rack-mountable hub allows for scalable expansion of serial connectivity, ensuring infrastructure can adapt to increasing demands.
Growing SMBs, mid-market enterprises, multi-site organizations, data acquisition systems
Ensure Industrial-Grade Reliability
Deploying standard consumer-grade adapters in harsh or mission-critical environments risks frequent failures and operational disruptions. The StarTech.com ICUSB23216FD features a durable steel housing and wide operating temperature range, delivering the robust performance required for continuous operation in demanding settings.
Manufacturing plants, logistics warehouses, secure government facilities, remote monitoring stations
Key Features
16 RS232 Serial Ports
Enables simultaneous connection and management of numerous serial devices, streamlining operations and reducing the need for multiple single-port adapters.
USB 2.0 Host Interface
Provides a standardized and widely compatible connection to modern host systems, ensuring broad integration capabilities across diverse IT infrastructures.
Rack-Mountable Steel Chassis
Offers enhanced durability and allows for secure, organized installation within server racks, optimizing space and protecting the device in industrial environments.
Daisy-Chain Support
Facilitates scalable expansion of serial port capacity, allowing businesses to add more devices as needed without extensive system overhauls.
Wide Operating Temperature Range (-40 to 85 °C)
Guarantees reliable performance in extreme environmental conditions, minimizing the risk of operational failures in challenging industrial or outdoor deployments.
Industry Applications
Manufacturing & Industrial
This adapter is crucial for connecting and managing industrial control systems, PLCs, and legacy machinery that rely on RS232 serial communication within factory and warehouse environments.
Retail & Hospitality
It enables the integration of multiple point-of-sale (POS) terminals, receipt printers, and barcode scanners into a centralized system, enhancing operational efficiency for retail locations.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies deploy this adapter for secure console access to network devices, managing specialized legacy equipment, and maintaining critical infrastructure in various facilities.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers use this device to connect diagnostic equipment, laboratory instruments, and patient monitoring systems that often require reliable serial communication for data exchange.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of serial devices can I connect to this adapter?
This 16-port RS232 adapter is compatible with a wide range of serial devices, including POS terminals, barcode scanners, modems, industrial control systems, network console ports, and diagnostic equipment.
Can this adapter be used in a server rack?
Yes, the StarTech.com ICUSB23216FD features a durable, rack-mountable steel chassis, specifically designed for secure and organized installation within standard server racks or industrial enclosures.
Does this adapter require specific drivers for operation?
Yes, the adapter requires driver installation for Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems to ensure proper functionality and communication with connected serial devices.
How does the daisy-chaining feature work?
The daisy-chaining feature allows you to connect multiple ICUSB23216FD units together, effectively increasing the total number of available serial ports from a single host USB connection for large-scale deployments.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
2 Years
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.