Cisco 74-0495-01 DB9 Female to RJ45 Female Serial Modular Console Adapter Terminal, CAB-9AS-FDTE

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.

• 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.

• Manufacturer: Cisco Systems, Inc.
• Part Number: 74-0495-01 / CAB-9AS-FDTE
• Connector 1: DB9 Female (9-pin D-Sub)
• Connector 2: RJ45 Female (Modular Jack)
• Protocol: RS-232 Serial
• Configuration: DTE (Data Terminal Equipment)
• Enclosure Material: Industrial-grade PVC/ABS
• Color: Beige

• 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.