USB C to RJ45 Console Cable for Windows and MacBook Pro - 6ft, Compatible Cisco Console Cable, Rollover Cord with FTDI

USB C console cable adapter connects from the USB-C port of a computer to the RJ45 console port of a networking switch or router; USB-C bus-powered cable connects the latest computers and laptops without a serial port; An integrated FTDI chipset in this USB-C console cable handles the USB signaling and protocol functions including an RS-232 level shifter
Snagless male to male rollover adapter 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; Add a USB-C extension cable to extend the total length up to 15 feet
Simple installation of this console cable USB C 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 C rollover cable reverses all 8 pins in the cable to communicate from a computer USB-C port to a console port
USB-C 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

Console Configuration Cable

The Cable Matters USB-C to RJ45 Console Cable connects from a computer USB-C port to the RJ45 console port of a networking switch or router. This rollover cable connects a laptop with Windows, Linux or macOS to a Cisco-standard serial console port for configuration and management. The integrated FTDI chipset handles the USB signaling and protocol functions including an RS-232 level shifter. FTDI drivers are available for download.

Specifications

Host Connector: USB-C Male
Console Port Connector: RJ45 Male
Chipset: FTDI USB to serial UART

Important Notes

Administrator permission is required
Windows 10 requires a CLI terminal utility such as PuTTy for configuration

Rollover Cable

Rollover cable reverses all 8 pins to connect from a computer to a network switch
Cisco-standard wiring pin-out (check the requirements of your equipment)
Data transfer rate up to 250 Kbps
Bus-powered cable

Console Cable Functions

Directly connect to a console port on a network switch
FTDI drivers are integrated into the latest versions of Windows 10 and macOS
Configure a switch or router with direct terminal access from your computer

Important Notes

NOT a crossover cable that reverses TX and RX
Will NOT operate over an Ethernet port for internet access

USB-C & Thunderbolt 3 port compatible

Thunderbolt 3 Port Compatible

Windows 10 computers 32/64 bit
macOS 10.11 and up
Linux Ubuntu 11.10 and up

Feature-Filled Cable

Molded strain-relief for frequent use
Snagless RJ45 clip protector
Flexible PVC cable jacket

Console Cable with FTDI Chipset

Popular FTDI Chipset

Download drivers from Cable Matters
QSG included in the package

Note: Windows 10 requires a CLI terminal utility such as PuTTy for configuration

	USB-C to RJ45 Console Cable	USB-C to DB9 Serial Cable

Customer Reviews	—	—
Price	—	—
Computer Port	USB-C	USB-C
Device Port	RJ45 Console Port	DB9 Serial Port
Model No	201065	201060

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Console Configuration Cable

Specifications

Host Connector: USB-C Male
Console Port Connector: RJ45 Male
Chipset: FTDI USB to serial UART

Important Notes

Administrator permission is required
Windows 10 requires a CLI terminal utility such as PuTTy for configuration