Does this cable perform the same function as this NI box?

[labview212]

https://www.ni.com/en-us/shop/model/usb-232-4.html this is my niusb rs232/4 box, pretty sure it is broken, can I just replace it with this:

http://www.frys.com/product/8472038?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG

I only use one port on it anyway.

[KathrynTheGreat]

Hi LabVIEW212,

The cable you're considering isn't one I'm very familiar with. Here are the specs for the box you're trying to replace- if I were in your situation, I would reach out to the company that makes the new cable (it looks like it's Sabrent), and see what they say about the compatibility.

Good luck!

[RTSLVU]

I use USB to Serial adaptors all the time with no issues.

BUT I do recommend getting an actual FTDI USB to Serial adaptor, not some cheap Chinese knock-off. Cheap ones have been shown to contain counterfeit chipsets and will cause you nothing but problems.

FTDI cables are available from Digi-Key for as little as $15 https://www.digikey.com/product-search/en/cable-assemblies/smart-cables/1574108?k=FTDI