StarTech.com RS232 Interface Converter 1

StarTech.com Interface Converter, 230.4kbps Maximum Baud Rate, USB Type-A Input Port - ICUSB2321X

This Interface converter connects USB Type-A hosts to legacy serial equipment, enabling communication between modern computers and devices using a D‑Sub RS232 link. Designed for desktop use, it provides a simple bridge for serial control and data exchange in industrial and laboratory settings where a single RS232 port is required.

Features and Benefits:

• Supports up to 230.4 kbps for high-speed serial transfers
  Single-port design simplifies point-to-point connections
  USB 2.0 host Interface ensures broad PC compatibility
  D‑Sub output enables connection to standard DB9 serial devices
  Desktop form factor allows easy placement at workstations
  CE and FCC approvals facilitate regulatory acceptance

Applications

• Suitable for connecting industrial controllers to PCs via a USB-to-RS232 adapter
  Ideal for programming legacy instruments with a USB-to-D‑Sub serial converter
  Used with automation test rigs that require a USB RS232 230.4 kbps adapter
  Can be used for serial logging in electronics labs with a 1‑port USB-to-RS232 converter
  Used for commissioning electrical devices requiring a USB Type-A to DB9 serial cable

Which physical connector is used to attach to the host computer?

A USB Type-A 4‑pin plug compatible with USB 2.0 hosts is used for the upstream connection.

What type of serial Interface does it provide to equipment?

The downstream connection is a D‑Sub style RS232 port intended for standard serial devices.

How many serial channels are available for device connection?

The unit provides one serial port, suitable for single-channel serial communication setups.