DB9-USB-F FTDI, Future Technology Devices International Ltd, DB9-USB-F Datasheet - Page 13

• Manufacturer Part Number: DB9-USB-F
• Description: CONN MINI USB RECPT R/A TYPE B
• Manufacturer: FTDI, Future Technology Devices International Ltd

Specifications of DB9-USB-F

• Connector Type: USB - mini B
• Number Of Contacts: 9
• Gender: Receptacle
• Mounting Type: Through Hole, Right Angle
• Features: D-Shaped Housing
• Lead Free Status / RoHS Status: Lead free / RoHS Compliant
• Other names: 768-1063

Document Reference No.: FT_000204
DB9-USB-RS232 Datasheet
Version 1.3
Clearance No.: FTDI# 130
COM Port Assignment
Next, to determine which COM port has been assigned, open the Windows Device Manager from the
System Control Panel.
Figure 3.6 – Device Manager
Click on the Plus “+” sign next to the Ports tree to list the available COM port. You will see “USB Serial
Port”, followed by a COMn assignment. In the figure below, the DB9-USB-RS232 module is assigned to
COM3.
Figure 3.7 – COM Port Assignment
Use this COM port number with your application software in order to access the DB9-USB-RS232 module.
If an application requires use of a different COM port number, the assignment may be changed through
the Advanced Driver Options settings.
From the Device Manager listing above, right-click on the USB Serial Port and select Properties.
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