USB to RJ45 Console Cable 5m for Cisco Router | ZATECH

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Hassle-Free Exchanges & Returns for 30 Days. · 6-Month Limited Warranty. ZATECH 5M USB to RJ45 Console Cable - the essential rollover cable for configuring and debugging networking gear. Setting up a router, switch or firewall? Troubleshooting a network device that has lost its IP? The ZATECH USB to RJ45 Console Cable is the right tool for the job. This 5-metre console (rollover) cable connects a USB port on your laptop directly to the RJ45 console port on routers, switches, firewalls and other networking equipment - giving you direct serial access to configure, debug and manage devices over the command line. Built around the proven FT232R + ZT213 chipset combination for stable, reliable data transfer and broad operating system support, it is a must-have in any network engineer's tool kit. Generous 5m length, durable construction and wide brand compatibility make it the dependable choice for on-site and in-rack work - long enough to reach the back of a rack from a desk or a laptop on the floor. Why Choose the ZATECH USB to RJ45 Console Cable: Direct USB to RJ45 Console - Connects directly from your laptop's USB port to a device's RJ45 console port - no extra USB-to-serial adapter or DB9 dongle needed. Generous 5m Length - A long 5-metre cable gives you room to work in a rack or from a desk without being tethered right next to the equipment. FT232R + ZT213 Chipset - Powered by the trusted FT232R + ZT213 chipset combination for stable, fast and reliable serial data transmission. Wide Brand Compatibility - Works with console ports on Cisco, Juniper, HP, Ubiquiti, Mikrotik, TP-Link, Fortinet and many more network equipment brands. Cross-Platform Support - Compatible with Windows, macOS and Linux, so it works with whatever laptop you carry on a job. Quality Durable Build - Solid construction stands up to repeated use, being packed in and out of a tool bag and field installations. Single-Cable Solution - Replaces the legacy "USB-to-serial cable + DB9-to-RJ45 cable" combination with one clean cable. Essential for Network Engineers - A must-have for engineers configuring or troubleshooting routers, switches, firewalls and other console-port devices. Perfect For: Configuring Cisco, Juniper, HP, Mikrotik, Ubiquiti and Fortinet equipment Initial setup of new routers, switches and firewalls Out-of-band management and emergency console access Password recovery and factory-reset workflows Network technicians, engineers and IT consultants Anyone working on managed networking gear in the field How to Use: Install the appropriate FTDI / FT232R drivers on your laptop (Windows / macOS / Linux as needed). Plug the USB end of the cable into your laptop. Plug the RJ45 end into the device's CONSOLE or MGMT port (do NOT use a standard Ethernet port). Open a serial terminal program (e.g. PuTTY, SecureCRT, Tera Term, screen, minicom). Connect to the new COM/tty port that has appeared, using the correct serial settings (commonly 9600 baud, 8 data, no parity, 1 stop, no flow control). Note: This is a console (rollover) cable for command-line management - it is not a network/data Ethernet cable. Do not plug the RJ45 end into a normal Ethernet switch port. Specifications: Brand: ZATECH Product: USB to RJ45 Console Cable (Rollover) Length: 5 metres Connectors: USB Type-A to RJ45 (console) Chipset: FT232R + ZT213 Compatibility: Cisco, Juniper, HP, Ubiquiti, Mikrotik, TP-Link, Fortinet and more OS Support: Windows, macOS, Linux Colour: Blue Care and Maintenance: Keep the connectors clean and free of dust - wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth if needed. Avoid sharp bends or kinks in the cable, especially near the connectors. Unplug by gripping the connector, never by pulling on the cable. Coil the cable loosely when storing rather than tightly winding it. Keep the cable away from heat, moisture and chemical contamination. Always use the correct CONSOLE port on the network device - never force the RJ45 end into a damaged or non-console socket. Configure and debug your network gear with confidence using the ZATECH 5M USB to RJ45 Console Cable. Reliable FT232R + ZT213 chipset, broad brand compatibility, a generous 5-metre length and a clean single-cable design make it the smart, professional tool for any network engineer's kit. Add it to your cart today and keep command-line access to your gear in your bag, ready when you need it. What's in the box 1 x ZATECH USB to RJ45 Console Cable (5m)