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This \u003cstrong\u003eUSB to RJ45 Console Adapter Cable\u003c\/strong\u003e uses an FTDI chipset to bridge USB to RS232 Serial, then terminates in a standard RJ45 (CAT5) connector — making it the go-to cable for IT professionals, network administrators, and home lab enthusiasts who need reliable console access to their gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Mainland China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFTDI Chipset:\u003c\/strong\u003e Industry-trusted FTDI USB-to-serial conversion for stable, driver-friendly connectivity across Windows, macOS, and Linux.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRS232 to RJ45 Interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard RS232 serial signals converted to RJ45 CAT5 — compatible with Cisco, Juniper, HP, and most major router\/switch console ports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.8 Metre Cable Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 180 cm \/ 70.87 in of reach — long enough to comfortably work at a rack without crowding your workspace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePVC Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flexible, durable PVC jacket resists everyday wear and keeps connectors firmly seated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlug-and-Play:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard USB Type-A connector on the PC side; no external power supply required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo High-Concern Chemicals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manufactured without restricted or high-concern chemical substances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB Type-A (Standard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector B\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRJ45 (CAT5)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS232\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChipset\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFTDI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCable Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePVC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCable Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 180 cm \/ 70.87 in (1.8 M)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMainland China\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × FTDI USB to RJ45 Console Adapter Cable (1.8 M)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRelated Products You May Like\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/1-2-inch-8-piece-hex-short-socket-set-vanadium-steel\"\u003e1\/2\" Drive 8-Piece Hex Short Socket Set – Vanadium Steel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hex-nut-bolt-extractor-tool-kit-10-piece\"\u003e10-Pc Hex Nut \u0026amp; Bolt Extractor Kit 9–19mm | HIP Tools\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/105-degree-right-angle-driver-with-hex-screwdriver-bit\"\u003e105° Right Angle Driver with 1\/4\" Hex Screwdriver Bit | HIP\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Slight colour variations may occur due to monitor display settings. Measurement tolerance: ±1–3 cm.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/hand-power-tools\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOSHA guidance on hand and power tools\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Which routers and switches is this USB to RJ45 console cable compatible with?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: This USB to RJ45 console adapter cable is broadly compatible with Cisco, Juniper, HP ProCurve, and most other managed networking devices that use a standard RJ45 console port. Always verify your device's console pinout before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Does this USB to RJ45 console cable require special drivers?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The cable uses an FTDI chipset, which is widely supported. Drivers are available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Many modern operating systems detect and install FTDI drivers automatically when the cable is first plugged in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: How long is this console adapter cable?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The cable measures approximately 180 cm (1.8 M \/ 70.87 inches), giving you plenty of reach when working at a server rack or network cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What serial interface standard does this cable use?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: This adapter cable uses the RS232 serial standard, converting USB signals to RS232 and terminating in an RJ45 CAT5 connector — the configuration most commonly required for router and switch console access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- production-packaging-notice --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Packaging Notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maintain high stock availability and fast shipping times, our items are sourced from multiple verified manufacturing facilities. 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