This 6-foot Cisco Console Cable (DB9 Female to RJ45 Male) is an essential tool for network administrators and technicians, designed for configuring and troubleshooting Cisco networking equipment. It allows for a direct console connection between a computer's serial port (COM port) and the RJ45 console port on Cisco switches, routers, firewalls, and access points.
Key Features & Specifications:
Model/Compatibility: Equivalent to Cisco Part Number 72-3383-01 / CAB-CONSOLE-RJ45.
Connector A: DB9 Female (connects to the PC/Terminal server). Connector B: RJ45 Male (connects to the Cisco device console port).
Length: 6 Feet (approx. 1.8 meters).
Configuration: Rollover cable configuration.
Color: Typically Light Blue for easy identification.
Structure: Flat cable design to minimize tangling and improve flexibility.
Benefits:
Direct Connectivity: Enables terminal software (e.g., PuTTY, Tera Term) to access the Cisco IOS CLI (Command Line Interface). Reliable Performance: Constructed with 8-conductor 28AWG wiring for consistent, high-speed data transmission.
Wide Compatibility: Works with both new and older Cisco devices. Robust Construction: Features durable PVC shielding and high-quality connectors for frequent use in data centers or networking labs.