Digi International 76000645 48-Inch RJ-45/DB-9F Crossover Cable
Overview
The Digi International 76000645 is a 48-inch crossover cable designed for direct device-to-device serial communication. This cable is essential for establishing a point-to-point connection between two serial devices, such as connecting a computer's serial port directly to another device's serial port without the need for a network connection or a null modem adapter. It's particularly useful in industrial automation and legacy system integration scenarios where direct serial links are still required for configuration or data transfer.
Compatibility
This cable is designed to connect standard RJ-45 serial ports to DB-9 Female serial ports. It is compatible with any two serial devices requiring a direct crossover connection, commonly found in industrial equipment, network hardware configuration, and older computing peripherals. The 48-inch length provides sufficient reach for most benchtop or rack-mount setups.
Installation Notes
The cable features standard RJ-45 and DB-9F connectors. Ensure the RJ-45 connector is securely seated in the serial port and the DB-9F connector is properly aligned with the male pins of the target device. No special tools are required for connection, but verify pinout compatibility if connecting non-standard serial devices.
What's in the Box
- 1x Digi International 76000645 48-Inch RJ-45/DB-9F Crossover Cable