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
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
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
Features
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
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