Tripp Lite by Eaton USB-C to Serial DB9 RS232 Adapter Cable - 3 ft. (0.91 m) Keyspan High-Speed (M/M) TAA

USB-C to Serial Adapter for Use with All RS-232 Serial Devices

This Keyspan® adapter lets you connect a legacy DB9/RS-232 serial device to the USB-C port on your computer, laptop, tablet, Chromebook or MacBook. It works with switches, routers, modems, barcode scanners, GPS units, digital cameras, point-of-sale devices, lab equipment, network storage devices and other devices with a 9-pin serial port.

Plug-and-Play Operation Lets You Begin Transferring Data Almost Immediately

The included three-foot detachable cable supports data transfer rates up to 230 Kbps, which doubles the speed of built-in PC serial ports. The USB-C to DB9 adapter also works with any USB-C cable up to 16 feet. LEDs on the unit indicate status and data activity. No external power is needed. The unit weighs just two ounces and is easy to carry in a pocket, purse, backpack or laptop bag for instant file transfers where needed.

Compatible with Major Operating Systems

This USB-C to serial adapter works with Windows (up to 10), Mac OS X (up to and including 10.14) and Apple Sandbox applications. It's easy to upgrade via free software downloads. Windows line monitor and data trace software are included.

TAA-Compliant for GSA Schedule Purchases

The USA-19HS-C is compliant with the Federal Trade Agreements Act (TAA), which makes it eligible for GSA (General Services Administration) Schedule and other federal procurement contracts.

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Tripp Lite USA-19HS-C Product Summary

Allows you to connect a legacy serial device to a USB-C or Thunderbolt 3-enabled laptop, MacBook, Chromebook or Ultrabook

Delivers data transfer speeds up to 230 Kbps—double the speed of a PC serial port

USB-C plugs are reversible for fast, easy connections

Plug-and-play convenience

Lightweight, compact design

Three-year warranty

Connects a DB9 Modem or Digital Camera to Your Laptop, Chromebook or MacBook

Tripp Lite’s USA-19HS-C USB-C to Serial Adapter has a male USB-C connector on one end and a male DB9 connector on the other. This allows you to connect a legacy RS-232 serial device, such as a modem, router, switch, digital camera, barcode scanner or receipt printer, to the USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 port on your PC, MacBook, Chromebook or Ultrabook. It’s perfect for smaller, independently run retail environments, because it eliminates the cost of updating older devices, saving money on the cost of operation. It’s also great for traveling presenters who don’t know what type of equipment they have to connect to. It supports data transfer speeds up to 230 Kbps—that’s double the speed of a serial port—and works with any USB-C cable up to 16 ft. long.

This ultra-compact adapter weighs just two ounces and fits easily into your laptop bag or backpack. You can take it with you wherever you go and never worry whether you’ll be able to transfer data from an older device.

Typical Applications

Connecting a legacy serial device, like a modem, switch, router, scanner or printer, to the USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 port on a laptop, MacBook or Chromebook

Transferring photos, videos and other files from a legacy serial device to a laptop or MacBook

Connecting a newer laptop or MacBook to an older serial projector at a trade show or lunch-and-learn

hat’s in the Box

USA-19HS-C USB-C to Serial (DB9) Adapter

USB-C Cable, 3 ft.

CD with Driver Software and Owner’s Manual

Features

Reversible Plug Connects in Either Direction

Unlike traditional USB cables that can only be connected one way, USB-C connectors are reversible by design. The USA-19HS-C’s male USB-C connector plugs into a USB-C port in either direction, eliminating guesswork and providing a fast, easy connection the first time, every time.

Compatible with Windows and Mac Operating Systems

The USA-19HS-C is compatible with Windows (up to 10) and Mac OS X (up to 10.13) operating systems. It can also be used in Apple Sandbox applications, providing a reliable line of defense against theft, corruption and deletion of data.

Gets Your Application Up and Running Quickly

With no external power required for operation, the USA-19HS-C couldn’t be easier to use. Simply plug its detachable three-foot USB-C cord into your laptop, Chromebook or MacBook, connect the serial end to your legacy device, and you’re ready for action. LEDs on the unit indicate power status and data transfer at a glance.