Re: Tech Laptop with DB9

[Roy <r.engehausen () gmail com>]

I had a cheap one.  Worked great but never worked on Windows 7

This is the one I recommend.

http://www.amazon.com/Manhattan-Serial-Converter-Connects-205146/dp/B0007OWNYA

On 11/10/2014 12:53 PM, Darden, Patrick wrote:
> Get a cheap usb--serial converter.  Check amazon for trend usb rs-232 db9 serial converter, tu-s9.  Then you can just 
> use whatever laptop.
>
> --p
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: NANOG [mailto:nanog-bounces () nanog org] On Behalf Of Max Clark
> Sent: Monday, November 10, 2014 2:39 PM
> To: nanog () nanog org
> Subject: [EXTERNAL]Tech Laptop with DB9
>
> Hi all,
>
> DB9 ports seem to be a nearly extinct feature on laptops. Any suggestions on a cheap laptop for use in field support 
> (with an onboard DB9)?
>
> Thanks,
> Max