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StarTech.com 6 ft Straight Through Serial Cable - DB9 F/F
Best reliable connector for legacy hardware and industrial equipment.
This reliable serial cable provides a dependable connection for your devices. It's ideal for replacing old or missing straight-through serial cables, ensuring seamless communication. Designed for ease of use and installation, this cable offers a straightforward solution for connecting modems and other serial devices. Its durable construction and copper conductor ensure consistent performance, and it's backed by a lifetime warranty for peace of mind.
$10.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
27
/ 2693
#27 in Storage & Data Transfer Cables
Price vs Category Average
-79%
Below average
Cable Length
6
/ ft
Who it's for
- IT professionals requiring dependable data transfers in interference-heavy environments
- System administrators managing hardware in tight or high-traffic server racks
- Technicians connecting legacy peripherals to modern serial interface controllers
Who should skip it
- Users needing extensive reach for distant hardware installations
- Engineers attempting to connect two DTE devices directly together
- Modern laptop users without dedicated onboard serial ports
Performance breakdown
Signal Integrity
Copper conductors ensure stable data transmission for legacy serial hardware.
Build Durability
Robust shielding and connectors withstand frequent plugging and unplugging cycles.
Installation Simplicity
Standard DB9 connectors make setup a straightforward, plug-and-play experience.
Compatibility Range
Standard straight-through wiring supports a wide array of legacy modems.
Warranty Assurance
Lifetime coverage provides significant peace of mind for long-term infrastructure.
Cable Flexibility
Adequate length and pliability allow for easy routing in tight spaces.
Key Specs
Cable Length
6 ft
Connector on First End
DB-9 Female Serial
Connector on Second End
DB-9 Female Serial
Cable Type
Serial
Conductor Material
Copper
Device Supported
Modem
Country of Origin
China
Weight
0.26 lb
Know before you buy
A straight-through cable connects the pins on one end directly to the corresponding pins on the other end (pin 1 to pin 1, pin 2 to pin 2, etc.). This is the standard configuration for connecting a DTE device, like a computer, to a DCE device, such as a modem.
No, this is a straight-through cable, not a null-modem cable. If you are trying to connect two computers or devices that both act as DTE, you would typically need a null-modem (crossover) cable to swap the transmit and receive signals.
Yes, this cable features a DB-9 female connector on both ends. It is designed to bridge two male DB-9 ports.
While the product features a durable copper conductor for consistent performance, it is a standard serial cable. If you are operating in an environment with high electromagnetic interference, you may need a specialized shielded cable, though this model is sufficient for most standard modem and data transfer applications.
StarTech.com backs this cable with a lifetime warranty. If the cable fails due to manufacturing defects, they will replace it.
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