This USB to 2.5mm TRS serial cable is designed to connect compatible APC Network Management Cards to a computer through a USB port.
Featuring a Prolific USB-to-serial chipset, the cable enables serial console communication between a PC and supported APC network management equipment.
Key Features
USB to 2.5mm TRS Connection: Connects a computer to a compatible APC Network Management Card.
Prolific USB Serial Chipset: Provides USB-to-serial communication.
2.5mm TRS Plug: Designed for compatible APC serial console ports.
PC Link Cable: Suitable for network management card configuration and console access.
Replacement Cable: Designed for applications requiring an APC 940-0299A compatible cable.
APC Network Management Card AP9630
APC Network Management Card AP9631
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Product Type | USB Serial Console Cable |
| USB Chipset | Prolific |
| USB Connector | USB Type-A |
| Serial Connector | 2.5mm TRS Plug |
| Communication | Serial |
| Reference Cable | APC 940-0299A |
| Application | Network Management Card Configuration |
APC Network Management Card serial console access
Network management card configuration
UPS network management and maintenance
PC-to-APC device serial communication
Connect the USB plug to your computer.
Install the appropriate Prolific USB-to-Serial VCP driver if required.
Connect the 2.5mm TRS plug to the compatible APC management card console port.
Check the assigned COM port in Windows Device Manager.
Open compatible terminal software and configure the serial communication settings according to the APC device documentation.
Driver Note: If the appropriate Prolific USB-to-Serial driver is already installed on your computer, no additional driver installation is necessary.
Important: Please verify the console port type and cable compatibility with your specific APC Network Management Card before ordering. This cable is intended for the dedicated serial console connection, not an ordinary audio connection.