The GoldX GXMU-1200 USB to Serial Converter Cable allows computers to connect to compatible serial devices through a USB port. It is useful for connecting equipment that uses a serial interface, such as older peripherals, control systems, and communication devices. The cable uses a Prolific USB-to-Serial chipset and requires a compatible driver for Windows to recognize the adapter and create a virtual COM port.
Driver Installation
- Download
Prolific Drivers - Windows Drivers.zip. - Extract the ZIP file using Windows or a utility such as 7-Zip.
- Open the extracted folder and run the driver setup program, or use Device Manager to install the driver manually if no installer is included.
- Connect the GoldX GXMU-1200 cable and check Device Manager for the assigned COM port.