USB to RJ45 Console Cable 5m for Cisco Router | ZATECH

ZATECH 5M USB to RJ45 Console Cable - the essential rollover cable for configuring and debugging networking gear.

Setting up a router, switch or firewall? Troubleshooting a network device that has lost its IP?

The ZATECH USB to RJ45 Console Cable is the right tool for the job. This 5-metre console (rollover) cable connects a USB port on your laptop directly to the RJ45 console port on routers, switches, firewalls and other networking equipment - giving you direct serial access to configure, debug and manage devices over the command line. Built around the proven FT232R + ZT213 chipset combination for stable, reliable data transfer and broad operating system support, it is a must-have in any network engineer's tool kit.

Generous 5m length, durable construction and wide brand compatibility make it the dependable choice for on-site and in-rack work - long enough to reach the back of a rack from a desk or a laptop on the floor.

Why Choose the ZATECH USB to RJ45 Console Cable:

• Direct USB to RJ45 Console - Connects directly from your laptop's USB port to a device's RJ45 console port - no extra USB-to-serial adapter or DB9 dongle needed.
• Generous 5m Length - A long 5-metre cable gives you room to work in a rack or from a desk without being tethered right next to the equipment.
• FT232R + ZT213 Chipset - Powered by the trusted FT232R + ZT213 chipset combination for stable, fast and reliable serial data transmission.
• Wide Brand Compatibility - Works with console ports on Cisco, Juniper, HP, Ubiquiti, Mikrotik, TP-Link, Fortinet and many more network equipment brands.
• Cross-Platform Support - Compatible with Windows, macOS and Linux, so it works with whatever laptop you carry on a job.
• Quality Durable Build - Solid construction stands up to repeated use, being packed in and out of a tool bag and field installations.
• Single-Cable Solution - Replaces the legacy "USB-to-serial cable + DB9-to-RJ45 cable" combination with one clean cable.
• Essential for Network Engineers - A must-have for engineers configuring or troubleshooting routers, switches, firewalls and other console-port devices.

Perfect For:

• Configuring Cisco, Juniper, HP, Mikrotik, Ubiquiti and Fortinet equipment
• Initial setup of new routers, switches and firewalls
• Out-of-band management and emergency console access
• Password recovery and factory-reset workflows
• Network technicians, engineers and IT consultants
• Anyone working on managed networking gear in the field

How to Use:

• Install the appropriate FTDI / FT232R drivers on your laptop (Windows / macOS / Linux as needed).
• Plug the USB end of the cable into your laptop.
• Plug the RJ45 end into the device's CONSOLE or MGMT port (do NOT use a standard Ethernet port).
• Open a serial terminal program (e.g. PuTTY, SecureCRT, Tera Term, screen, minicom).
• Connect to the new COM/tty port that has appeared, using the correct serial settings (commonly 9600 baud, 8 data, no parity, 1 stop, no flow control).

Note: This is a console (rollover) cable for command-line management - it is not a network/data Ethernet cable. Do not plug the RJ45 end into a normal Ethernet switch port.

Specifications:

• Brand: ZATECH
• Product: USB to RJ45 Console Cable (Rollover)
• Length: 5 metres
• Connectors: USB Type-A to RJ45 (console)
• Chipset: FT232R + ZT213
• Compatibility: Cisco, Juniper, HP, Ubiquiti, Mikrotik, TP-Link, Fortinet and more
• OS Support: Windows, macOS, Linux
• Colour: Blue

Care and Maintenance:

• Keep the connectors clean and free of dust - wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth if needed.
• Avoid sharp bends or kinks in the cable, especially near the connectors.
• Unplug by gripping the connector, never by pulling on the cable.
• Coil the cable loosely when storing rather than tightly winding it.
• Keep the cable away from heat, moisture and chemical contamination.
• Always use the correct CONSOLE port on the network device - never force the RJ45 end into a damaged or non-console socket.

Configure and debug your network gear with confidence using the ZATECH 5M USB to RJ45 Console Cable. Reliable FT232R + ZT213 chipset, broad brand compatibility, a generous 5-metre length and a clean single-cable design make it the smart, professional tool for any network engineer's kit. Add it to your cart today and keep command-line access to your gear in your bag, ready when you need it.

What's in the box
1 x ZATECH USB to RJ45 Console Cable (5m)