DC Barrel 5.5/2.1mm ↔ FireWire 800 (9-pin)
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Compatibility check and signal path analysis
Adapter Required
These connectors are not directly compatible. An adapter or converter cable is needed.
Signal Path
DC Barrel 5.5/2.1mm
Family
Power
Form Factor
Cylindrical barrel
Pin Count
2
Reversible
No
FireWire 800 (9-pin)
Family
Legacy Data
Form Factor
Rectangular symmetric
Pin Count
9
Reversible
No
Notes
DC Barrel 5.5/2.1mm to FireWire 800 (9-pin): Power and legacy data connectors serve different purposes. The DC Barrel 5.5/2.1mm (Power) and FireWire 800 (9-pin) (Legacy Data) are from different connector families.