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:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Max Clark Sent: Monday, November 10, 2014 2:39 PM To: [email protected] 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
