Gearmo - USB to Serial RS-232 Adapter with LED Indicators, FTDI Chipset, Supports Windows 11/10/8.1/8/7, Mac OS X 10.6 and Above - Blue
Gearmo - USB to Serial RS-232 Adapter with LED Indicators, FTDI Chipset, Supports Windows 11/10/8.1/8/7, Mac OS X 10.6 and Above - Blue
About This Item
- Key Specs
- Connector Type (End 1): USB-A
- Connector Type (End 2): D-Sub (DB-9)
- General
- Brand: Gearmo
- Model Number: GM-FTDI-LED
- Product Name: USB to Serial RS-232 Adapter with LED Indicators, FTDI Chipset, Supports Windows 11/10/8.1/8/7, Mac OS X 10.6 and Above
- Color: Blue
- Connectivity
- Cable Type: USB
- Product Type: Adapter
- Connector Type (End 1): USB-A
- Connector Type (End 2): D-Sub (DB-9)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year
- Other
- UPC: 729440691066
The GM-FTDI-LED USB to RS-232 Serial Adapter is the quick and easy fix for computers that no longer include legacy serial ports. Whether you're connecting to printers, scanners, CNC machines, PLC controllers or industrial gear, this adapter ensures full RS-232 signal support and smooth operation. It’s powered directly from your USB port, so no extra power supply is needed, and it features color LED indicators that flash with activity to give you real-time feedback on your connection. With an integrated 5 foot cable and support for Windows 7 through 11, macOS, and Linux, it's plug & play ready for your setup.
- USB to serial connectivity made easy: Connect your legacy DB-9 serial devices to modern USB ports with this USB to RS-232 adapter. Ideal for point-of-sale, lab, industrial, or testing use.
- Built-in signal tester with LED indicators: Quickly test RS-232 connections with clear dual-color LED indicators to save time and troubleshoot with confidence.
- Fast and stable data transfers: Transfer data at speeds up to 921.6Kbps, perfect for high-performance tasks from automation systems to data logging and more.
- Convenient 5 foot cable length: The Integrated 5 foot cable length makes it easy to connect devices in tighter spaces or hard-to-reach ports.
- Broad OS compatibility: Works seamlessly with Windows 7 through Windows 11, macOS, and Linux.
- USB to serial connectivity made easy: Connect your legacy DB-9 serial devices to modern USB ports with this USB to RS-232 adapter. Ideal for point-of-sale, lab, industrial, or testing use.
- Built-in signal tester with LED indicators: Quickly test RS-232 connections with clear dual-color LED indicators to save time and troubleshoot with confidence.
- Fast and stable data transfers: Transfer data at speeds up to 921.6Kbps, perfect for high-performance tasks from automation systems to data logging and more.
- Convenient 5 foot cable length: The Integrated 5 foot cable length makes it easy to connect devices in tighter spaces or hard-to-reach ports.
- Broad OS compatibility: Works seamlessly with Windows 7 through Windows 11, macOS, and Linux.
- USB to serial connectivity made easy: Connect your legacy DB-9 serial devices to modern USB ports with this USB to RS-232 adapter. Ideal for point-of-sale, lab, industrial, or testing use.
- Built-in signal tester with LED indicators: Quickly test RS-232 connections with clear dual-color LED indicators to save time and troubleshoot with confidence.
- Fast and stable data transfers: Transfer data at speeds up to 921.6Kbps, perfect for high-performance tasks from automation systems to data logging and more.
- Convenient 5 foot cable length: The Integrated 5 foot cable length makes it easy to connect devices in tighter spaces or hard-to-reach ports.
- Broad OS compatibility: Works seamlessly with Windows 7 through Windows 11, macOS, and Linux.
Whats Included
- USB 2.0 RS232 LED Serial Adapter, Latest FTDI Driver (available for download), Product Manual (available for download)
- USB 2.0 RS232 LED Serial Adapter, Latest FTDI Driver (available for download), Product Manual (available for download)
- USB 2.0 RS232 LED Serial Adapter, Latest FTDI Driver (available for download), Product Manual (available for download)
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| There were no pros for this product— | Overall Performance, Compatibility, USB, Ease of use, Price | There were no pros for this product— | There were no pros for this product— |
| Cons for Gearmo - USB to Serial RS-232 Adapter with LED Indicators, FTDI Chipset, Supports Windows 11/10/8.1/8/7, Mac OS X 10.6 and Above - Blue | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | Cable Length | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— |
