Introduction

Here's an easy and cost-efficient way to add RS232 serial capability to your industrial setting. This 16-port USB-to-serial adapter hub features a sturdy, rack-mountable chassis, and supports daisy chaining, so you can connect multiple hubs together to increase your serial device port count.

A scalable solution for changing needs

This rack-mountable USB serial hub (FTDI) lets you add 16 serial ports (RS232), with full control from your desktop or laptop computer system using a single USB port. The daisy-chain function gives you a cost-effective and scalable way to increase your serial port count and expand as your needs grow, without investing in a higher cost serial hub.

Providing full control of your serial components from a single device, the USB serial hub is ideal for a multitude of applications including: industrial automation, self-serve automated kiosks, and monitoring of cameras and security systems.

Built-in convenience

The hub features COM port retention, which retains the assigned serial COM port values. This ensures that the same values are automatically re-assigned to the port provided by the adapter, in the event it is disconnected and re-connected to the host computer.

The hub features a reliable FTDI USB-to-serial chipset, which provides easy installation into a broad range of operating systems.

Meets the demands of industrial environments

With its all-metal chassis, this rugged, rack-mountable hub fits into standard 19-inch server storage racks to provide an efficient industrial serial solution. It supports an extended operating temperature range of -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F), ensuring reliable performance even in the harshest environments. The USB-serial hub includes both an AC adapter and terminal block power, providing versatile power options.

The ICUSB23216FD is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

Features

• Gain 16 RS232 serial port interfaces through a single USB port
• Connect multiple hubs together through daisy chain functionality
• 921.6Kbps baud per port
• 256-byte transmit, 128-byte receive FIFO
• Rack-mountable design
• COM port retention
• Extended operating temperature range: -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F)
• Durable all-metal chassis
• Low USB bandwidth consumption
• USB 2.0 compatible
• Configurable I/O pin output drive strength
• Fully integrated USB termination resistor
• Device supplied pre-programmed with unique USB serial number

Specification

Connector Type(s): DB-9 (9 pin, D-Sub) Male

USB B (4 pin) Female

Operating Temperature: -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F)

Storage Temperature: -65°C to 150°C (-85°F to 302°F)

Humidity: 20~80% RH (Non-condensing)

Ports: 16

Interface: Serial

Bus Type: USB 2.0

Port Style: External Hub

Chipset ID: FTDI - FT232RL

LED Indicators: Data Receive

Data Transmit

Shipping (Package) Weight: 2.3 kg [5.1 lb]

Maximum Data Transfer Rate: 480 Mbps

Serial Protocol: RS-232

Max Baud Rate: 921.6 Kbps

Data Bits: 7, 8

FIFO: 256 Bytes

Parity: Odd, Even, Mark, Space, None

Stop Bits: 1, 2

Color: Black

Enclosure Type: Steel

Product Length: 430 mm [16.9 in]

Product Width: 120 mm [4.7 in]

Product Height: 45 mm [1.8 in]

Product Weight: 1550 g [54.7 oz]

Power Source: AC Adapter Included

Input Voltage: 100 ~ 240 AC

Input Current: 1.5 A

Output Voltage: 12 DC

Output Current: 3 A

Center Tip Polarity: Positive

Plug Type: N

Power Consumption (In Watts): 36

OS Compatibility: Windows CE (4.2, 5.0, 6.0), XP Embedded, 98SE, 2000, XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10

Included in Package: 16-port USB to RS232 hub

USB cable

rack mounting brackets

rack mounting screws

DIN rail mounting brackets

DIN rail mounting screws

washers

nuts

universal power adapter (NA/JP, EU, UK, ANZ)

driver CD

terminal block plug

quick-start guide