StarTech.com USB to Serial Cable with Prolific Chipset 1P3FP-USB-SERIAL
The StarTech.com USB to Serial Cable (1P3FP-USB-SERIAL) provides a reliable RS-232 DB9 serial COM port, enabling communication with legacy peripherals at up to 921.6 Kbit/s.
- Connectivity: Adds a legacy DB9 serial port to modern USB-equipped computers, ensuring compatibility with industrial equipment and older devices.
- Performance: Supports data transfer rates up to 921.6 Kbit/s, allowing for efficient communication with serial peripherals without performance bottlenecks.
- Compatibility: Works with Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems, offering broad integration into diverse IT environments and existing infrastructure.
- Reliability: Features a Prolific chipset and robust construction, ensuring stable and consistent serial communication for critical business operations.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com 1P3FP-USB-SERIAL is a USB to RS-232 serial adapter featuring a Prolific PL2303RA chipset, enabling a DB9 COM port connection for legacy peripherals. It supports data bits from 5 to 8, stop bits from 1 to 2, and various flow control types, with a maximum baud rate of 921.6 Kbit/s.
This adapter is compatible with Windows 7 through 11, Windows Server 2016/2019, macOS 10.11 to 12.0, Linux 4.15.x LTS, and Chrome OS, offering broad operational flexibility. Its compact design and compliance with CE and RoHS standards make it suitable for professional deployments.
- High Baud Rate: Supports up to 921.6 Kbit/s, ensuring rapid data exchange with serial devices for improved operational efficiency.
- Broad OS Support: Compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux, facilitating seamless integration into diverse IT ecosystems.
- Legacy Device Support: Enables connection of serial peripherals like servers, printers, and barcode readers to modern computers lacking native serial ports.
- Plug-and-Play: Simple USB connection eliminates the need for complex driver installations on supported operating systems, reducing setup time.
- Compact Design: Small form factor (45mm x 34mm x 16mm) allows for easy deployment in space-constrained environments without obstructing other ports.
Connect your essential serial devices to modern systems with confidence, ensuring operational continuity and data integrity.
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What This Solves
Connect Legacy Serial Devices
Modern computers often lack built-in serial ports, making it difficult to connect essential legacy hardware. This adapter provides a reliable USB-to-serial bridge, ensuring compatibility with older industrial equipment, printers, and diagnostic tools.
Manufacturing facilities, IT departments, logistics operations, retail environments
Enable POS System Integration
Many point-of-sale systems and peripherals rely on serial connections for communication. This adapter allows modern POS terminals or back-office computers to interface with existing serial receipt printers, barcode scanners, and customer displays.
Retail stores, restaurants, franchise operations, hospitality businesses
Support Server and Network Management
Older servers or network devices may require serial console access for initial setup or out-of-band management. This adapter enables IT professionals to connect to these devices using standard USB ports on their laptops or workstations.
Data center operations, IT infrastructure teams, network operations centers (NOC)
Key Features
Chipset: Prolific PL2303RA
Ensures stable and reliable serial communication, minimizing data errors and connection drops for critical business applications.
Baud Rate: Up to 921.6 Kbit/s
Facilitates fast data transfer speeds, improving the efficiency of communication with serial devices and reducing processing times.
Connector 1: DB-9 Male
Provides a standard RS-232 interface for connecting a wide array of legacy industrial, networking, and peripheral devices.
Connector 2: USB Type-A Male
Offers easy plug-and-play connectivity to modern laptops and desktops, eliminating the need for internal card installations.
Compatible Operating Systems: Windows, macOS, Linux
Ensures broad integration into diverse IT environments, allowing seamless use across different platforms and existing infrastructure.
Industry Applications
Manufacturing & Industrial
Enables connection of industrial automation equipment, PLCs, and legacy diagnostic tools to modern control systems and data loggers.
Retail & Hospitality
Facilitates the connection of older POS systems, receipt printers, and customer display units to modern POS terminals or back-office computers.
Transportation & Logistics
Supports the integration of serial-based tracking devices, weigh scales, and inventory management systems within logistics operations.
Legal & Professional Services
Allows for the connection of specialized legal document scanners, dictation devices, or older time-tracking hardware to office workstations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of devices can I connect using this USB to Serial Cable?
You can connect a wide range of legacy serial devices, including industrial equipment, PLCs, barcode scanners, receipt printers, modems, and older servers that utilize an RS-232 DB9 interface.
Do I need to install drivers for this adapter?
Yes, while it's plug-and-play on supported operating systems, driver installation is typically required. The adapter is compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux, and drivers are generally available from the manufacturer's website or included with the product.
What is the maximum data transfer speed supported by this cable?
This USB to Serial Cable supports a maximum baud rate of 921.6 Kbit/s, ensuring efficient data transfer for most serial communication needs.
Can this adapter be used with industrial automation equipment?
Yes, the adapter is well-suited for industrial environments, enabling the connection of PLCs, CNC machines, and other serial-based automation hardware to modern control systems or data logging computers.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
3 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.