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Compatibility With Devices

Customers have had mixed experiences with the USB to RS232 Adapter's compatibility with various devices. While some were able to successfully connect and transfer data, others encountered issues such as unrecognized cables or incompatible device IDs. However, the positive reviews highlight its ability to work with a range of devices including cash registers, modems, scanners, digital cameras, CNC machines, and serial devices on Linux and Windows operating systems. The support team was also praised for their prompt response and assistance.

Male/Female Connector Type

Customers have mixed opinions regarding the Male/Female connector type of this USB to RS232 adapter. While some are pleased with its ability to eliminate the need for a female-to-female null modem and its compatibility with various devices, others have encountered issues with incorrect pin configurations and incompatibility with certain switches.

Length Of Cable

Customers have mixed opinions regarding the length of the cable provided with this USB to RS232 adapter. While some are pleased with its functionality and quality, others have encountered issues getting it to work with their specific devices.

Driver Installation

Customers have had varying experiences with driver installation for the USB to RS232 adapter. While some reported a straightforward setup process, others encountered difficulties and were unable to get the drivers to work, leading to frustration.

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Quality


Well made and works exactly as it should.


The adapter was well made, quality materials and construction.


It’s unclear from the product description that this is a null modem cable.


Unfortunately the serial port device i connected it to needed to pull power from the rs232 data-ready pin so it could not estab...  Read More

Price


For the price, i should have purchased two so i don't have to switch the cables when using different devices.

Shipping


It came quickly and did exactly what i needed it to.


It was shipped promptly and works perfectly.


Nvr firmware had been corrupted as result of a failing ups.

Packaging/appearance


Would have appreciated a smaller packing (box) for the lot , but , this not the end of the world

Competitiveness


Value is happy compare with another product brand name.


Another cable i bought, branded by trendnet just worked out of the box with the same driver (uses same pl2303 internally).

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  • How are reviewers describing this item?
    needed, port, serial, great and good.
  • Our engine has profiled the reviewer patterns and has determined that there is minimal deception involved.
  • Our engine has discovered that over 90% high quality reviews are present.
  • This product had a total of 2,724 reviews as of our last analysis date on Sep 4 2024.

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    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Never got to work but will blame it on me


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Plugged it in and worked straight away


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    My cable just doesnt work and its too late for a return unfortunately


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    I wish i could though or at least have it replaced


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Another cable i bought branded by trendnet just worked out of the box with the same driver uses same pl2303 internally


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Update although the cable didnt work the item has been fully refunded


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    I needed an rs232 port in order to interface with an old appliance at a customer datacenter


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    I plugged this cable into my laptop installed the driver and connected through putty with almost no effort

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