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Insignia™ - 1.3' USB-to-RS-232 (DB9) PDA/Serial Adapter Cable, with Prolific Chipset - Black

Model: NS-PU99501
SKU: 5883029
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Customers are saying

Customers are impressed with the overall performance and compatibility of the "1.3' USB-to-RS-232 (DB9) PDA/Serial Adapter Cable, with Prolific Chipset". Users appreciate its USB functionality and ease of use. The price is also considered a bargain, and driver installation is straightforward. However, some customers have noted that the cable length is quite short.

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Features

  • Connects a device with an RS-232 (DB9) serial port to a USB port

    So you can connect your existing device to a USB hub or USB-equipped computer.

  • Supports data transfer rates of more than 115 Kbps

    To ensure optimal performance.

  • PC and Mac compatible

    For use with your existing computer.

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Specifications
  • Cable Length
    1.3 feet
    Connector Type (End 1)
    USB-A
    Gender (End 1)
    Male
    Connector Type (End 2)
    Serial ATA
    Gender (End 2)
    Male
    Maximum Data Transfer Rate
    920 megabits per second
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Reviews

Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 1399 reviews

5 star rating. 1,028 reviews4 star rating. 230 reviews3 star rating. 75 reviews2 star rating. 20 reviews1 star rating. 46 reviews
93% would recommend to a friend
Customers are sayingCustomers are impressed with the overall performance and compatibility of the "1.3' USB-to-RS-232 (DB9) PDA/Serial Adapter Cable, with Prolific Chipset". Users appreciate its USB functionality and ease of use. The price is also considered a bargain, and driver installation is straightforward. However, some customers have noted that the cable length is quite short.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
  • Overall Performance (255)
  • Compatibility (240)
  • USB (232)
  • Ease of use (175)
  • Price (61)
  • Cable Length (62)
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good Cable

    Good cable, worked well to communicate with networking devices.

    Posted by Cody

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great product

    Excellent product could have been a bit longer other than that the design was great!

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great adapter!

    This adapter works great! I bought it to connect my laptop to my Ham radio so I can do packet data transmissions. It is working flawlessly and the price was a bargain! I just connected it to my laptop while connected to my home wireless network and the drivers loaded automatically. Easy as pie.

    Posted by TNewby

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Surprised and grateful to find this product

    So..I’m starting to build my lab and needed a console cable for my routers. I originally was looking for a rollover Ethernet cable, but didn’t want to pay $30+ for it or continue to drive around town to different store. Thankfully, I found half of a Ethernet to RS232 at work. From there a quick Google search led me to Best Buy who had an open box for $8 cheaper than original price. Since purchase I have been able to get my routers setup and can focus my attention on purchasing some switches.

    Posted by MoonMan45

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Must have tool

    Overall experience: Mostly positive with a crucial caveat An RS-232 to USB adapter does exactly what it's supposed to: it bridges the gap between older hardware with serial ports and modern computers that only have USB ports. For many users, this is a lifesaver, and the adapter performs reliably. However, the quality of the internal chipset and the included drivers can significantly impact your experience. While most adapters work for simple tasks, buyers should be cautious with cheaper, generic models.

    Posted by Prad

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Pros for Insignia™ - 1.3' USB-to-RS-232 (DB9) PDA/Serial Adapter Cable, with Prolific Chipset - Black
Overall Performance, Compatibility, USB, Ease of use, PriceThere were no pros for this product—There were no pros for this product—There were no pros for this product—
Cons for Insignia™ - 1.3' USB-to-RS-232 (DB9) PDA/Serial Adapter Cable, with Prolific Chipset - Black
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Questions & Answers

  • How long is this Insignia adapter cable?

    The Insignia NS-PU99501 cable is 1.3 feet long.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.

  • Is this adapter cable compatible with both PC and Mac?

    Yes, this Insignia adapter cable is compatible with both PC and Mac.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.

  • What devices can I connect with this Insignia cable?

    This cable allows you to connect a device with an RS-232 (DB9) serial port to a USB hub or USB-equipped PC or Mac.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.

  • Can I use this cable to hook up my hp pavilion 23 to my LG TV to use Netflix?

    This cable does not output a video signal. You need something called a VGA. It looks like a serial cable like this, but it has more pins.

    Answered by Murdoc

  • would this work with a logitech g shifter so i can plug into my pc and not have to buy a g92

    The computer does not recognize the (G29 Shifter) device connected to the cable, it only recognizes the cable. Is a Unless cable

    Answered by Kevinnesty
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