USB to RJ45 FTDI Console Cable - 6 Feet

Console Configuration Cable

The Cable Matters USB-A to RJ45 Console Cable connects from a computer USB 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-A 2.0 Male
• Console Port Connector: RJ45 8P/8C Male
• Chipset: FTDI USB to serial UART

OS Compatibility

• Windows 7 and up for 32/64 bit computers
• macOS 9 and up
• Linux Ubuntu 11.10 and up

Important Notes

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