FTDI FT232RL USB to Serial - Review

FTDI FT232RL USB to Serial Uart TTL 3.3v Compatible ttl-232r-3v3 for Galileo Gen2 Board Console Cable - Review

If you own a Galileo Gen2 board, you know how important it is to have the right tools to program and debug it. And one of the most important tools is a reliable serial cable. That's why I'm excited to review the Usangreen FTDI FT232RL USB to Serial Uart TTL 3.3v Compatible Cable (ttl-232r-3v3) for Galileo Gen2 Board Console.

Design and Build Quality:

The cable is well-made and durable. It has a 6ft length and comes with a 1*6p female housing, which is quite standard. The pinout is also very standard, with GND, CTS, VCC-5V, TXD, RXD, and RTS pins. This makes it easy to connect to your Galileo Gen2 board and start programming and debugging right away.

Compatibility and Performance:

The best thing about this cable is that it uses the FTDI FT232RL chip, which is one of the most popular and reliable chips for USB to serial communication. It supports 3.3v TTL levels, which is perfect for the Galileo Gen2 board. The cable is also compatible with EEPROM and supports Vendor ID re-write, which is a nice feature to have if you're working with multiple boards.

The cable is also compatible with FTDI VCP driver and D2XX driver, which means you can use it with any operating system. I tested it on Windows 10, and it worked flawlessly. The transmission speed was also very good, and I didn't experience any data loss or corruption.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, the Usangreen FTDI FT232RL USB to Serial Uart TTL 3.3v Compatible Cable (ttl-232r-3v3) for Galileo Gen2 Board Console is a great cable for anyone working with Galileo Gen2 boards. It's well-made, reliable, and easy to use. It supports standard pinouts and has a good transmission speed. Overall, I give it a rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars. If you need a good serial cable for your Galileo Gen2 board, this is definitely a great choice.

FTDI FT232RL USB to Serial

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