USB Mini-B FireWire 800 (9-pin)

Compatibility check and signal path analysis

Adapter Required

These connectors are not directly compatible. An adapter or converter cable is needed.

Recommended: USB Mini-B to FireWire 800 (9-pin) adapter

Signal Path

Adapter

USB Mini-B

Family USB
Form Factor Trapezoidal small
Pin Count 5
Reversible No

FireWire 800 (9-pin)

Family Legacy Data
Form Factor Rectangular symmetric
Pin Count 9
Reversible No

Notes

USB Mini-B to FireWire 800 (9-pin): USB to serial/parallel adapters are available. Essential for legacy industrial and scientific equipment. Driver required. The USB Mini-B (USB) and FireWire 800 (9-pin) (Legacy Data) are from different connector families.