Cisco Systems, Inc.
Cisco CAB-CONSOLE-USB= USB A to Mini USB cable 6ft black
A 6 ft black console cable with USB Type-A and Mini-B connectors for device management
- TypeUSB
- Connector TypeUSB A to Mini USB
- ColorBlack
- Connector Number1
- Console access via USB A to Mini-B connectors
- 6 ft length for flexible device placement
- Black finish suits professional environments
- Cisco branded for network equipment compatibility
- Single cable with dual connector types
Cisco CAB-CONSOLE-USB= USB Console Cable
This Cisco console cable provides a direct USB Type A to Mini-B connection for managing compatible network devices. The six-foot black cable links a computer USB port to the mini-B console port on supported Cisco equipment. It is supplied new and ready for configuration or troubleshooting tasks.
For administrators with mini-B console ports
Network engineers who need to access Cisco routers, switches or firewalls equipped with a USB mini-B console port will find this cable suitable. It is not for devices that require a different console connector type or for general-purpose data transfer between standard USB peripherals.
USB Type A to Mini-B connector pairing
The cable terminates in a standard USB Type A plug on one end and a USB Mini-B plug on the other. This specific connector combination determines whether the cable matches the console port on the target hardware.
Highlights
- Console access via USB A to Mini-B connectors
- 6 ft length for flexible device placement
- Black finish suits professional environments
- Cisco branded for network equipment compatibility
- Single cable with dual connector types
Specifications
| Brand | Cisco |
|---|---|
| Model | CAB-CONSOLE-USB= |
| Type | USB |
| Connector Type | USB A to Mini USB |
| Color | Black |
| Connector Number | 1 |
| Shipping weight | 0.91 kg |
| Package size | 127 × 76 × 23 mm |
Questions about this item
How do I connect the USB-A end and the mini-B end to the correct ports on my Cisco device?
Plug the USB-A connector into the host computer and the mini-B connector into the console port of the Cisco router or switch, then install the Cisco USB console driver so the operating system recognises the serial interface.
What upkeep does the 6 ft black cable require over time?
Inspect the connectors for bent pins or dust, keep the strain reliefs straight when coiling, and replace the cable if the jacket cracks or intermittent connection appears.
At what point does signal quality degrade during a long console session?
The 6 ft length stays within USB 2.0 signalling limits, so degradation only appears if the cable is sharply bent, kinked, or used beyond the rated insertion cycles.
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