Cheap serial-to-USB adapters are invaluable for ... this isn’t just some kind of Y-cable. When connected to the host computer, the adapter shows up as two distinct serial ports, each with ...

Add or Remove Programs entry for FTDI USB Serial Converter Drivers. This is a driver pack that allows USB ports to be used to connect to Serial bus devices with a USB - Serial adapter cable.

[Jethomson] worked out a way to use a Nokia USB cable at a USB to Serial cable. He was able to pick up one of these cables for less than $3 delivered. A little probing worked out which conductors ...