Cisco CAB-9AS-FDTE DB9 Female to RJ45 Female Serial Modular Console Adapter (74-0495-01) The Cisco CAB-9AS-FDTE is a specialized modular adapter designed to simplify your networking and console management tasks. This versatile component acts as a bridge between a standard DB9 serial interface and an RJ45 modular jack, allowing you to utilize cost-effective Cat5 or Cat6 cabling for your serial data transmissions. Whether you are managing server racks in a data center or connecting legacy peripherals to a modern network, this genuine Cisco adapter provides the reliable, stable connection required for mission-critical hardware configuration. Commonly referred to by its part number 74-0495-01, this adapter is a staple for IT professionals who need to interface with Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls through a terminal server or a standard PC COM port. Its modular design offers a significant advantage in flexibility, enabling the use of customized lengths of network cable to reach equipment across long distances without the signal degradation typically associated with traditional serial cables. Key Features High-Quality Modular Connectivity: Features a DB9 Female (D-Sub 9-pin) connector on one side and an RJ45 Female modular jack on the other.Compact and Durable Design: Built with a rugged beige plastic housing and secure metal connectors to withstand frequent use in professional IT environments.Enhanced Flexibility: Eliminates the need for expensive, pre-made serial cables by allowing the use of standard Ethernet patch cables for console access.Asynchronous Serial Support: Fully optimized for RS-232 serial communication and terminal management tasks.Cisco Certified Compatibility: Engineered to meet the exact electrical and physical specifications of Cisco networking hardware. Technical Specifications Manufacturer: Cisco Systems, Inc.Part Number: 74-0495-01 / CAB-9AS-FDTEConnector 1: DB9 Female (9-pin D-Sub)Connector 2: RJ45 Female (Modular Jack)Protocol: RS-232 SerialConfiguration: DTE (Data Terminal Equipment)Enclosure Material: Industrial-grade PVC/ABSColor: Beige Common Applications Console Port Management: Connect a terminal server or PC to the console port of Cisco routers, switches, and Secure Content Accelerators.Peripheral Connections: Link serial printers, modems, and Point-of-Sale (POS) terminals to a central patch panel or network hub.Data Center Infrastructure: Facilitate out-of-band management for server clusters using modular RJ45 patch panels.Legacy System Support: Bridge older serial-based hardware with modern structured cabling systems. Note: This adapter is designed to work as part of a modular system; a standard RJ45 patch cable or rollover cable may be required to complete the connection to your networking equipment.