(Part 2) Best serial cables according to redditors

If your computers are 5yrs old or less, odds are they do not have a serial port.

You can get a USB to serial converter for less than six bucks and make your own converter if you know the pin out for the JV. This looks like the Roland side connector. Most of the converters state they do not work with Win8. The RSC-15APL looks like a DIN8 male to male, the 15AT looks like DIN8 male to DB-9 male connectors. Here's one, you'd just need a male to female serial adapter.

Maybe it would be worth dedicating an older unused machine with an earlier OS and serial port? If not, it's still worth trying one of the USB converters going to the cable last linked.

Someone please correct me if I'm way off base here.

2 of these:

http://www.amazon.com/BitFenix-Alchemy-Multisleeve-6-Pin-Extension/dp/B00FQQB2BY

Or something similar, while expensive, will do what you want. They're extension with one male and one female connector, so you add them on to your existing cables from your PSU, then tuck all the excess away.

1. unknown Mini Din-7 to USB. Probably proprietary. Something similar.
   
2. KVM firmware upgrade cable? APC Console Cable?
   
3. APC USB Signaling cable.
   
4. ADB or Super Video Cable
   
5. Mini Din to DB Serial Cable
   
6. 5v USB power for some device. Some early portable hard drives would connect via USB, then also have a separate USB for power.
   
7. Coax Video + Mono Audio. Maybe for a camcorder?
   
8. Cellphone charger of some kind. 90's
   
9. Charge sync setup for a phone? Maybe an early PDA?
   
10. USB to Mini 4-pin USB
    
11. USB to Mini USB
    
    EDITS: Inline

You could use something like this to make it work with a modern PC

You'll need a power supply that provides an additional EPS cable. Or optionally, you could use one of these: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074CSCCYF

Aah, yes. My mistake. It was indeed a null modem cable. I was only looking at the connectors!

But there is this: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Cable-Store-DB9-Serial/dp/B003UKEIWI

Comm port, probably well b4 all of your ages.


SF Cable, DB9 Female to 3.5mm Serial Cable (6 Feet) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004T9BBJC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_B2djDb7V9HTGK

You're not left with many options. I've dealt with this either through the TVs API or CEC. Once, I used this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07G2ZL3SL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_AI7kDbJ1MTGMZ

From there you could use a serial to USB. Your tv needs to have a 3.5mm jack and need to know the right commands. It's a slim chance but it worked in my instance.

Otherwise, perhaps get an IR adapter for the GPIO, and extend the RPI into a TV remote.

Or just complain to your boss or HR. I'm sure after hearing the lengths you need to go to, they'd just yell at those who turn the TVs off.

Here are some links for ya:

6 pack of risers, in stock, with free Amazon prime two day shipping or $8 saturday delivery - $11 each

4 pack of risers, with Amazon prime shipping, in stock on 7/4 - $9.50 each

4 pack of risers, Amazon prime shipping, in stock on 7/5 - $10 each

6 pack of risers, in stock, free Amazon prime shipping or $8 saturday delivery $11 each

https://www.amazon.com/DVI-D-Female-Adapter-Converter-Laptop/dp/B06ZZZ214M/

https://www.amazon.com/Active-Adapter-Converter-Monitor-Display/dp/B07PJ3KFB9/

I appreciate it guys, going to pick one up after the crazies are done black friday shopping.

Do I need to get a USB to db9 and db9 to rj45 or will this do - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0769J9QXP/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_U_x_s3g4DbW3HTKR2

You need to get the Conn4X software for your computer. Here's the link: https://www.hpcalc.org/details/5411

Then you have to have the HP-48's serial communications cable. You'll hook that comm cable up to this USB-Serial Converter: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0769FY7R7/ref=emc_b_5_t The important thing is that the converter has the PL2303 chip set, otherwise it won't work.

This should get your Win10 computer talking to your 48. Conn4X will install the comm software on your HP-48 and you'll be able to transfer files back and forth. I think you'll have to use KERMIT to move ASCII files, while XMODEM is for libraries (binaries) and such.

Here's the relevant thread from the forums on Museum of HP Calculators. https://www.hpmuseum.org/forum/thread-4337.html Warning, MoHP is a deep, dark, addictive black hole of HP goodness.

You don't have any spare PCIe slots? 1x, 4x, or 16x? - even if they're obstructed?

Because if you do, you could use a cheap riser cable to move the new wifi card to an extra rear slot - provided you found the right length.

I had to do this in one build, and actually had to flip the WiFi adapter's PCB on the backplate to get it to fit.. (the pins plus the adapter cable bottomed out, but after I flipped it, it worked!)

• https://www.amazon.com/GODSHARK-Extender-Extension-Gold-Plated-Connector/dp/B07RWGC441/
  
  Thats just an example - not a recommendation of brand.. but are tons of them from a couple dollars up to twenty or so.
  
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  Also - just FYI - the BCM94360CD needs 3 WiFi and one bluetooth antennas to work properly, so even if you could rig up adapters for your existing antennas, it would need 2 more. I'm also not sure if you were thinking of relocating the BCM94360CD into the board's WiFi slot, which you can't do either.

The ones that Amazon sells are fine.
https://www.amazon.com/DTECH-Serial-Cable-Straight-Through/dp/B07B22XWG7

It looks like this guy should do it:

https://smile.amazon.com/Express-PCIe3-0-Flexible-Extension-20cm-90/dp/B07FCYW982/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1550591034&sr=8-7&keywords=pcie+extension+cable

I may end up using a second power supply to run it. Which seems crazy, but the PC was free, the 1060 card was cheap, and this way I'll have a full gaming system for like $150.

I have an intergrated GPU. But I just thought of another idea. Do you think if I buy a 20/24 pin to 6 pin adapter (like this one or this one) I'll be able to connect it?

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Edit: You are probably right. I just noticed the new PSU has PCIe written on the 6 pin connector. So what was the 6 pin connector in the current PSU? Is it like a replacement for the 20/24 pin? Also, I don't think I've mentioned, the current PSU has ONLY TWO CABLES. One is 4 pins the other 6.

Would this cable do the trick?

https://www.amazon.com/Your-Cable-Store-DB9-Serial/dp/B0026K2JM4/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=9%2Bpin%2Bdsub%2Bcable&qid=1564063430&s=gateway&sr=8-4&th=1

I have some sort of serial port but I don't know if it's 9 pin. I need to check that.

https://www.amazon.com/Adapter-Chipset-CableCreation-Converter-Register/dp/B0769CTG14/ref=asc_df_B0769CTG14/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312727440900&hvpos=1o2&hvnetw=g&hvrand=17422562943161254419&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9015713&hvtargid=pla-645526695749&psc=1

Rs232 female to USB


https://www.amazon.com/HDE-Dual-Controller-Adapter-Converter/dp/B01J4JVFXI/ref=mp_s_a_1_12?keywords=ps2+to+usb+adapter&qid=1562442963&s=gateway&sprefix=ps2+to+us&sr=8-12

Ps2 controller to USB


Hopefully one of these works. I've never tried to use either of those kind of adapters for old game controllers to PC. That's why I said "milage may vary"

direct link:

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B072KSLC7J/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

EDIT: They're 06C, not F, my bad on that man

This is what I used. Works like a charm. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HVBP65U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_E7INzbB7FGT02

https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/product/vQjG3C/silverstone-power-supply-sstsx600g it comes with an ATX to SFX adapter.

From what i see,you will need cable extensions if you want to route the cables from the back and im not sure if its possible to have them reach from the front.This adds a bit to the complexity of the build

Check the frequently bought together section here to get an idea of what you need.


https://www.amazon.co.uk/BitFenix-8-Pin-EPS12V-Extension-Cable/dp/B00HVBP65U/ref=pd_bxgy_147_img_3/262-8954723-9060533?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00HVBP65U&pd_rd_r=40d75424-8c3a-4626-a17f-b6e38d62fb0e&pd_rd_w=bKQo6&pd_rd_wg=psXIX&pf_rd_p=7a9d3b22-47b7-4932-be38-57f4219c3325&pf_rd_r=N9VDRRJ74HBHGG2SX344&psc=1&refRID=N9VDRRJ74HBHGG2SX344

You will likely also need sata cable extensions but im not sure.

IMO we see how the GPU market looks like in a month and go from there.

It's not a bad setup, but we might be able to tweak it a little. A few things I see:

• Video Card: Lots of video cards have had price cuts recently with the introduction of the GTX970. Unfortunately @ $280 the 280X is now in a odd spot that makes it more difficult to recommend. $20 more gets you a much more powerful R9 290 4GB. $50 more can get you to new cool running GTX970 4GB. And if on a tight budget, $80 less gets you the 280. (Though since you want to also stream, it's probably best you get better than the 280 to keep things crystal smooth.)
  
  
• SSD. No high end system today should be without at least a small @$60 120GB SSD for the OS. It makes such a night and day difference in general windows use. You want your computer to feel snappy, new and "next gen"? SSD is one of the key ingredients for that. For @$100 you can get a nice 250GB SSD that also has room for a few games.
  
  
• Power supply. The selected motherboard and case can handle expanding to two AMD video cards, but the power supply cannot.
  
  
• Case. The selected case doesn't have the newer front USB 3.0 ports. It uses the older USB 2.0, while the motherboard is setup to use front USB 3.0.
  
  
• Overclock able CPU and Motherboard, but not aftermarket CPU cooler.
  
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  To balance all this out in a refresh of your build, I have a few questions to fine tune it.
  
  
• What is your budget?
  
• What's your monitors resolution? 720p/1080p/1440p/4K
  
• Running at? 60Hz/96Hz/120Hz/144Hz?
  
• Near a Microcenter? The CPU deals could be worth the trip.
  
  
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  Before the fine tuning, here's a more general recommendation for around $1100:
  

  
  

• Intel's Top of the Line Quad core sith stock speed of 4.0Ghz before any overclocking.
  
• Has a nice edge over the i5's in video editing tasks and could have a boost over the i5 in streaming depending on what software/settings you use to stream.
  
  
• Cooler Master Sedion 240M 240mm Liquid cooler. Cooling performance nearing that of the big boys but at a budget price (with rebate). Great fit for the budget Cooler Master N200 MicroATX case below.
  
• http://www.guru3d.com/articles-pages/cooler-master-seidon-240m-review.html
  
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HQHC-IXQofs
  
  
• Auto-Selected least expensive Z97 , SLI compatible motherboard.
  
• Auto-Selected least expensive 8GB RAM
  
• Auto-Selected least expensive 120GB Solid State Drive for OS and Office Apps
  
• Auto-Selected least expensive 1TB Hard Drive for Games
  
• EVGA GTX 970 4GB - Blower style
  
• Inexpensive for a GTX970 and more ideal cooling setup for possibly adding a second card down the line.
  
  
• Cooler Master N200 MicroATX Case
  
• Compact and easy to work in case with a layout similar more expensive cases.
  
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q2YqUR8pcas
  
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5mro17ZgZo
  
  
  
  
  PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
  
  Type|Item|Price
  :----|:----|:----
  CPU | Intel Core i7-4790K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor | $317.27 @ TigerDirect
  CPU Cooler | Cooler Master Seidon 240M 86.2 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler | $69.99 @ Newegg
  Motherboard | *Gigabyte GA-Z97MX-Gaming 5 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard | $115.97 @ OutletPC
  Memory | *Mushkin Stealth 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory | $65.99 @ Newegg
  Storage | *Kingston SSDNow V300 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive | $58.99 @ NCIX US
  Storage | *Western Digital Caviar Green 1TB 3.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive | $49.50 @ Newegg
  Video Card | EVGA GeForce GTX 970 4GB Video Card | $329.98 @ NCIX US
  Case | Cooler Master N200 MicroATX Mid Tower Case | $44.99 @ Mwave
  Power Supply | EVGA SuperNOVA NEX 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply | $49.99 @ NCIX US
  | | Total
  | Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available | $1102.67
  | *Lowest price parts chosen from parametric criteria |
  | Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-10-06 16:33 EDT-0400 |
  
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  For a little more you can bump up from budget parts to get a more premium setup with a full Red/Black Theme and software adjustable liquid cooler/fans:
  

  
  

• NZXT S340 Case
  
• Dust Filtered
  
• Sleek outer look with huge window.
  
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cNWOgbEXMI
  
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Hozx1o188Y
  
  
• NZXT Kraken X61 Liquid Cooler
  
• Powerful Zero maintenance closed loop Liquid cooler with software control over fan speeds to max out that excellent CPU.
  
• Extra Large 280mm radiator to dissipate the heat
  
• Install guide for a closed loop water cooler. You can step through it and see the clearly laid out steps. I think you'll find it's no more difficult than anything you did to build the rest of the PC. http://www.nzxt.com/manuals/krakenx61/X61-115X.html
  
• Can customize Block LED Color. --- Think red match the Theme and RAM - or even turn it off.
  
• http://www.silentpcreview.com/NZXT_Kraken_X61
  
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DU0BEepRZBM
  
  
  
• Red/Black Premium Z97 motherboard that support SLI and Overclocking.
  
  
• 8GB Red LED Ram
  
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QJEJpBNm_VY
  
  
• Optional - Red Sleeved Cable extensions to clean up and match the red/black look even more.
  
  
• Optional - NZXT Red Adjustable LED strip
  
• 3 intensity levels or Off.
  
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XuMjp_AuF0Y
  
  PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
  
  Type|Item|Price
  :----|:----|:----
  CPU | Intel Core i7-4790K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor | $317.27 @ TigerDirect
  CPU Cooler | NZXT Kraken X61 106.1 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler | $122.99 @ SuperBiiz
  Motherboard | ASRock Fatal1ty Z97X Killer ATX LGA1150 Motherboard | $119.99 @ Micro Center
  Memory | Avexir Core Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory | $79.99 @ NCIX US
  Storage | *Kingston SSDNow V300 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive | $58.99 @ NCIX US
  Storage | *Western Digital Caviar Green 1TB 3.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive | $49.50 @ Newegg
  Video Card | EVGA GeForce GTX 970 4GB Video Card | $329.98 @ NCIX US
  Case | NZXT S340 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case | $69.98 @ Amazon
  Power Supply | EVGA SuperNOVA NEX 750W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply | $49.99 @ NCIX US
  | | Total
  | Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available | $1200
  |
  |
  Optional | Finishing touches to give a full Custom build look
  Sleeved Cable| EPS 8-Pin Extension Cable - Red Sleeve| $10.00
  Sleeved Cable| ATX 24-Pin Extension Cable - Red Sleeve| $15.00
  Sleeved Cable| PCI-E 6-Pin Extension Cable - Red Sleeve| $10.00
  Sleeved Cable| PCI-E 6-Pin Extension Cable - Red Sleeve| $10.00
  LED Lighting| NZXT Adjustable LED Light strip. (Red)| $15.00
  | | Optional Parts
  | | $60
  

This is the one I got. You'd need either an older PC with a serial port, or a USB serial adapter. I use a USB serial adapter I found in a thrift store.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ALULFX0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I decided to buy this one and this one. Then if one doesn't work, I can try the other one.

No - this: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Cable-Store-DB9-Serial/dp/B003UKEIWI/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1501186602&sr=8-7&keywords=db9+female+female+cable

note it doesn't say "null modeml"

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0026K2JM4/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1 this is the cable I ordered for mine. Works great!