The Aten USB to Serial Driver is not very common and has a much smaller market than the other players in the USB to Serial connectors. Gigaware USB to Serial and Prolific USB to Serial are the biggest of the connectors mainly because Radio-shack used to stock many of their products.
Aten USB to Serial Driver
If you are stuck while installing the driver you can search other posts such as the FT232R USB driver page which gives a good explanation as to what goes wrong most times and how to install the driver if everything else fails. Below are 2 sets of drivers. The first are the latest drivers while there are legacy drivers for older Windows 98 computers.
This hardware uses the Prolific hardware inside so you can also search this website for more updated drivers. Prolific has excluded older chipsets in their new drivers. The Aten driver is much older for the older chipsets. Download the driver below and then extract the content. You will note that the driver is an older driver for the old machines. If you wish to install the driver on Windows 10 then you can try and install this in compatibility mode. Likewise also see the PL2303RA USB to Serial Driver on here.
Aten USB to Serial
The Aten USB to Serial converter is a handy device that adds an external RS-232 serial connection to computers, notebooks, laptops, and handheld devices supporting USB1. There are different models available:
- UC232A: Compatible with both PC and Mac, offering baud rates up to 921.6 Kbps. Perfect for industrial systems, scientific instruments, and point of sale applications2.
- UC232C: A USB-C to RS-232 adapter supporting data transfer rates of up to 921.6 Kbps3.
- UC2322: A 2-Port USB to RS-232 Hub for expanded connectivity1.
- UC232B: A single port USB-to-Serial console adapter4.
For specific details, refer to the model you’re interested in. Drivers can be downloaded from the official website or trusted sources5. Make sure to follow on-screen instructions carefully during installation. Likewise see also the usb\vid_0c45&pid_602c&rev_0101 on here.
How to install the driver
Extract the file and then right-click on the EXE file inside. On the new menu you will then click on the “Troubleshoot Compatibility” option on the menu. From there Windows 10 will then attempt to install the driver in an emulation mode and install the driver that way. Ensure that your hardware from Aten is connected.
From there you will need to ensure that you restart your computer and see if your hardware is accessible. See also other hardware on here. If this does not work then try a different driver from Prolific which you can see listed above. Use the search on the sidebar. See also the USB-Serial Port adapter (RS-232) in Ubuntu Linux on here as well.
Here’s a simplified version of the steps to install the drivers for the Aten USB to Serial converter:
- Unplug the Aten USB to Serial converter from your computer.
- Download the driver from the official Aten website. For Windows 10/11 64-bit, get the file named UC232A_Windows_Setup_V1.0.081.exe.
- Open the downloaded file and follow the instructions on your screen.
- Once the installation is done, connect the USB to Serial converter to a USB port on your computer.
Remember, this driver is meant for newer Aten UC232A USB-serial converters produced after 2012. You can check if your device is compatible by looking at the third character of its serial number on the back label. If you encounter any problems, check the official support page for help. Likewise see the USB RS-232 Emulation Driver on here.
What is the difference between RS-232 and USB?
Here’s a simplified explanation of the differences between RS-232 and USB:
RS-232:
- RS-232 is an older method of communication.
- It defines how devices physically connect and transfer data.
- RS-232 doesn’t have a specific data format or built-in error-checking.
- It has slower data transfer, shorter cables, larger connectors, and limited ability to connect multiple devices.
- RS-232 supports only point-to-point communication, meaning it connects one device directly to another.
USB:
- USB is a modern communication system allowing multiple devices to connect to a computer using one port.
- Devices need specific USB connectors and cables (like Type-A, Type-B, or Type-C) to connect.
- USB is designed for high-speed data transfer between one computer and multiple peripherals.
- It’s more complex to create low-level interfaces for USB.
- In most modern computers, USB has replaced RS-232 for most connections. However, RS-232 is still used in certain industries for its simplicity and reliability.
Aten USB to Serial Driver features
The Aten USB to Serial Driver offers several key features:
- Supports RS-232 Standard: Enables communication with devices using the RS-232 standard.
- Anti-EMI Capability: Demonstrates stable transmission even in environments with electromagnetic interference.
- USB Specifications Compliance: Fully complies with USB standards, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of devices.
- High Data Rates: UC232A supports rapid baud rates up to 921.6 Kbps, while UC2324 supports up to 115.2 Kbps per serial port for efficient performance.
- Compatibility: Works seamlessly with various operating systems, including Android, Linux, Windows, and MacOS versions.
These features establish the Aten USB to Serial Driver as a reliable connectivity solution, trusted and utilized by leading global enterprises. For specific details, refer to the model you’re interested in. Likewise see also the Aten USB to Serial Driver (UC232A / UC232A1) Install on here.
Windows Vista/XP/Win8/Win7
Windows 2000/98/Me
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