Monoprice
Monoprice 100465 DB9 Female to DB25 Male Modem Cable - 25ft
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Reliable Serial Communication for Legacy Devices Overview This Monoprice molded modem cable provides a dependable connection between older PCs and external modems. Featuring a DB9 female connector on one end and a DB25 male connector on the other, this cable ensures seamless communication with ro...
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Overview
Reliable Serial Communication for Legacy Devices
Overview
This Monoprice molded modem cable provides a dependable connection between older PCs and external modems. Featuring a DB9 female connector on one end and a DB25 male connector on the other, this cable ensures seamless communication with robust construction.
Specifications
- Connector 1: DE-9 (DB-9) Female
- Connector 2: DB-25 Male
- Wiring: * DE-9 Pin 1 to DB-25 Pin 8 (Data Carrier Detect - DCD)
- Cable Length: 25 Feet
- Connectors: Molded with thumbscrews
Key Features
This cable features a female DE-9 (DB-9) socket on one end and a male DB-25 plug on the other
The 9 pins of the DE-9 connector are wired to 9 of the pins on the DB-25 connector
While legacy PCs (post IBM PC/AT) typically use 9-pin RS-232 plugs external modems are usually equipped with 25-pin RS-232 sockets
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Specifications
Connector 1
DB9 Female
Connector 2
DB25 Male
Cable Length
25 ft
Pin Wiring
9 pins of DE-9 connected to 9 pins of DB-25
Compatibility
External modems (25-pin RS-232 sockets) and legacy PCs (9-pin RS-232 plugs)
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Features a specific DE-9 (DB-9) female connector, suitable for legacy PC connections.
- Includes a DB-25 male plug, aligning with common external modem requirements.
- The 25-foot length provides considerable reach for connecting devices in varied setups.
- Designed with nine pins wired between the DE-9 and DB-25 connectors for specific data transfer.
- Constructed to Monoprice's quality control standards, indicating durable manufacturing.
👎 Cons
- The specific pinout configuration beyond the nine connected pins is not detailed.
- This cable is primarily designed for legacy RS-232 connections, limiting modern compatibility.
- The cable's length might be excessive for some setups, potentially leading to cable management issues.
- It does not specify any shielding or protection against electromagnetic interference.
- Compatibility with non-modem RS-232 devices is not explicitly stated.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the connectors on each end of this cable?
This cable is equipped with a female DE-9 (DB-9) socket on one end and a male DB-25 plug on the other.
What is the primary use case for this modem cable?
This cable is designed to connect legacy PCs, which often use 9-pin RS-232 plugs, to external modems that are typically equipped with 25-pin RS-232 sockets.
How long is this Monoprice modem cable?
The Monoprice 100465 DB9 Female to DB25 Male Modem Cable has a length of 25 feet.
How many pins are wired between the two connectors?
Nine pins of the DE-9 connector are wired to nine corresponding pins on the DB-25 connector.
Is this cable suitable for modern computer peripherals?
This cable is primarily intended for legacy RS-232 serial connections, which are less common with modern computer peripherals.
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