Convert a single USB port into eight serial ports, and connect multiple hubs together for a scalable solution. This 8-port USB-to-serial adapter hub provides an easy and cost-efficient way to add RS232 serial capability to your industrial setting. It features a sturdy, rack-mountable chassis, and supports daisy chaining, so you can connect multiple hubs together to increase your serial device port count.
A scalable solution for changing needs
This rack-mountable USB serial hub (FTDI) lets you add eight serial ports (RS232), with full control from your desktop or laptop computer system using a single USB port. The daisy-chain function gives you a cost-effective and scalable way to increase your serial port count and expand as your needs grow, without investing in a more expensive serial hub.
Providing full control of your serial components from a single device, the USB serial hub is ideal for a multitude of applications including industrial automation, self-serve automated kiosks, and monitoring of cameras and security systems.
Built-in convenience
The hub features COM port retention, which retains the assigned serial COM port values. This ensures that the same values are automatically re-assigned to the port provided by the adapter, in the event it is disconnected and re-connected to the host computer.
The hub features a reliable FTDI USB-to-serial chipset, which provides easy installation into a broad range of operating systems.
Meets the demands of industrial environments
With its all-metal chassis, this rugged, rack-mountable hub fits into standard 19-inch server storage racks to provide an efficient industrial serial solution. It supports an extended operating temperature range of -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F), ensuring reliable performance even in the harshest environments. The USB-serial hub includes both an AC adapter and terminal block power, providing versatile power options.
The ICUSB23208FD is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
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Warranty Information
Warranty: 2 Years
Hardware
Bus Type: USB 2.0
Chipset ID: FTDI - FT4232
Interface: Serial
Port Style: External Hub
Ports: 8
Performance
Data Bits: 7, 8
FIFO: 256 Bytes
Max Baud Rate: 921.6 Kbps
Maximum Data Transfer Rate: 480 Mbps
Parity: Odd, Even, Mark, Space, None
Serial Protocol: RS-232
Stop Bits: 1, 2
Connector(s)
Connector Type(s):
1 - USB B (4 pin) Female
8 - DB-9 (9 pin, D-Sub) Male
Indicators
LED Indicators:
8 - Data Transmit
8 - Data Receive
Power
Center Tip Polarity: Positive
Input Current: 1.5 A
Input Voltage: 100 ~ 240 AC
Output Current: 3 A
Output Voltage: 12 DC
Plug Type: B
Power Consumption: 36 W Max.
Environmental
Humidity: 20~80% RH (Non-condensing)
Operating Temperature: -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F)
Storage Temperature: -65°C to 150°C (-85°F to 302°F)
Physical Characteristics
Cable Length: 3.5 in [90 mm]
Color: Black
Enclosure Type: Aluminum
Product Height: 1.8 in [45 mm]
Product Length: 16.9 in [430 mm]
Product Weight: 49.4 oz [1400 g]
Product Width: 4.7 in [120 mm]
Packaging Information
Shipping (Package) Weight: 82.4 oz [2334 g]
What's in the Box
Included in Package:
1 - 8-port USB to RS232 hub
1 - USB 2.0 cable
2 - rack-mounting brackets
8 - rack-mounting screws
2 - DIN-rail mounting brackets
4 - DIN-rail mounting screws
4 - washers
4 - nuts
1 - universal power adapter (NA/JP, UK, EU, AU)
1 - driver CD
1 - terminal block plug
1 - quick-start guide