Convertor USB la 4 porturi serial Lindy 42858

The Lindy USB to 4 Port Serial Converter (model 42858) connects up to four RS232 9‑way serial devices to a single USB Type A port. Its compact, bus‑powered design enables integration of legacy serial equipment with modern computers and supports common operating systems including Windows and macOS. Each serial port includes a reset button to help the host detect newly connected devices. An optional external power supply can be attached for use with high‑current serial peripherals.

Advantages

Compact and lightweight, the converter draws power from the USB bus for simple installation while offering the option to attach an external power supply when additional current is needed. The four independent RS232 ports provide reliable serial communication for multiple devices from one USB Type A connection. Built‑in reset buttons on each port simplify device detection and troubleshooting. Compatibility with Windows and Mac operating systems ensures broad platform support.

Suitable for

• Connecting PDAs and legacy terminals to modern PCs
• Integrating barcode readers and EPOS peripherals
• Connecting industrial serial devices and control equipment
• Retail, IT and digital signage deployments requiring multiple RS232 connections

Key specifications

• Model: Lindy 42858
• Ports: 4 × 9‑way RS232 serial ports
• Host interface: USB Type A (bus powered; optional external power input)
• Operating system support: Windows, macOS
• Reset: Individual reset button per serial port
• EAN: 4002888428583

How to use

Plug the converter into an available USB Type A port on your computer. Connect up to four RS232 devices to the 9‑way serial ports and, if required by device power demands, attach an external power supply. Use the reset buttons on the individual ports to force device re‑detection by the host if a peripheral is not recognized. Follow your operating system prompts to complete any driver installation or configuration steps, if needed.

Recommendations

For stable operation in industrial or high‑load scenarios, use the optional external power supply when serial devices draw significant current. Keep serial cables at recommended lengths for RS232 to maintain signal integrity and use the port reset buttons to reinitialize devices after hot‑plugging.