How to Connect Your Serial Port Device to Your Computer's USB Port in Windows 10

Are you having trouble connecting your serial port device to your computer? In this article, we will walk you through the process of setting up a serial port terminal connection using a USB to RS232 converter on Windows 10.

Most of the time, Windows can automatically install the necessary drivers for a USB converter. However, if you need to communicate with devices via serial ports (UART), such as maker boards or OBD2 car diagnostic tools, you will need to take an extra step.

The first thing you'll need is a USB to RS232 converter. This small device allows your computer to communicate with serial port devices through the USB port. Simply plug the converter into your computer and you're ready to begin.

Once the converter is installed, you can connect your serial port device using a standard serial cable. Make sure that both ends of the cable are securely connected before proceeding.

Now, let's configure the serial port terminal connection in Windows 10. First, open the Device Manager by pressing the Windows key + X and selecting 'Device Manager' from the menu. In the Device Manager, expand the 'Ports (COM & LPT)' section and find your USB to RS232 converter. Right-click on it and select 'Properties.'

In the Properties window, click on the 'Port Settings' tab and select the correct baud rate, parity, and data bits for your serial port device. Make sure that the flow control is set to 'None.' Click 'OK' to close the Properties window.

Next, open a terminal emulator program such as PuTTY or HyperTerminal. In the terminal emulator, select the COM port associated with your USB to RS232 converter from the list of available ports. For example, if you have a converter connected to COM3, select 'COM3' from the dropdown menu.

Finally, establish a connection by clicking on the 'Connect' button in the terminal emulator program. Once the connection is established, you should be able to communicate with your serial port device using the terminal emulator.

In summary, connecting a serial port device to your computer's USB port using a USB to RS232 converter is a simple process that can be completed in just a few steps. By following these instructions, you should be able to establish a successful connection and start communicating with your device.

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