UNITEK USB 2.0 to RJ45 Console Rollover Flat Cable

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Overview

The UNITEK Y-SP02001B is a professional USB 2.0 to RJ45 RS232 console rollover cable designed for direct serial console access to networking equipment such as routers, switches, firewalls, servers, and telecom devices. Featuring an integrated FTDI chipset and enterprise-grade signal protection, it is ideal for IT administrators, network engineers, data center technicians, and infrastructure deployment environments.

Product Description

The UNITEK Y-SP02001B features a premium flat black cable construction engineered for durability, easy cable routing, and reduced tangling during professional deployment. Designed specifically for console communication with Cisco-standard RJ45 serial ports, the cable eliminates the need for bulky DB9 serial adapters while enabling direct USB connectivity from modern laptops and workstations. Powered by a genuine FTDI-FT232 chipset, the cable provides highly stable USB-to-serial conversion with broad compatibility across networking equipment including routers, switches, firewalls, SAN devices, and enterprise infrastructure hardware. The integrated RS232 level shifter ensures reliable communication for debugging, configuration, firmware management, and CLI-based administration tasks. The cable supports hardware handshaking and software flow control protocols including CTS, RTS, XON, and XOFF, enabling dependable serial communication during critical networking operations. Gold-plated RJ45 connectors, 26AWG bare copper conductors, and multi-layer shielding improve signal integrity while minimizing EMI interference. Built-in electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection improves operational reliability and safeguards connected networking hardware during deployment in professional environments. The plug-and-play architecture supports Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems with downloadable FTDI drivers for enterprise compatibility.