What do you do if you've got a laptop and need RS232 serial? This is a high quality, low cost, small, and easy to use USB to RS232 converter. Device uses the Prolific IC PL-2303 and supports baud rates up to 1Mbps. Driver support for Windows, Mac, and Linux RedHat.
Discontinued
Our supplier is out of stock
Our Code: COM-40023
Supplier Link: [SparkFun MPN:CAB-10270]
This converter plugs directly into your USB port on your computer and even comes with a small extension cable and CD for drivers.
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Alternate drivers can be found on these pages. Vista 64bit may be a problem for some people:
http://forums.adafruit.com/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=12655#p60884
http://www.ifamilysoftware.com/news37.html