The National Instruments 182845-03 S8 Serial Cable is a versatile interconnect solution designed for reliable communication between serial-enabled devices. This cable features a 9-Pin Male DB-9 back-end connection and a 10-Pin Male RJ50 front-end connection, all within a compact, thin-profile design. With a length of 3 meters, the 182845-03 cable facilitates connections using both RS-232 and RS-485 communication protocols, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of equipment. It is essential to configure both connected devices to use a common protocol, as differences in pin assignments can affect functionality; for instance, pin #6 serves as a ground (GND) in RS-232 configurations, while it is designated as receive data (RDX) in RS-422/485 setups. The 182845-03 is backed by a 2-3 year warranty, and comprehensive user documentation is available for download.