StarTech.com's RS232 Serial (DB9) over Cat 5 extender increases the distance of your RS232 Serial connection by up to 1000m (3300ft), allowing you to connect serial peripheral devices over a half of a mile away from your system - an incredible 65x greater than normal RS232 serial cable length restrictions would permit._x000D_ The Extender is a cost-effective serial extension solution, eliminating the need to buy additional hubs or software - you just plug in and go!_x000D_ Perfect for use in POS, security, medical, manufacturing and traffic flow settings, the RS232 Serial over Cat 5 extender maintains the RS232 standard with data transfer rates of up to 57.6 Kbps. _x000D_ Extending the range of your serial devices has never been easier!