Can I connect FireWire 400 (6-pin) to FireWire 400 (4-pin)?

Yes, FireWire 400 (6-pin) and FireWire 400 (4-pin) are directly compatible — you can connect them without an adapter.

Do I need an adapter for FireWire 400 (6-pin) to FireWire 400 (4-pin)?

No, FireWire 400 (6-pin) and FireWire 400 (4-pin) can be connected directly without an adapter.

Will connecting FireWire 400 (6-pin) to FireWire 400 (4-pin) cause signal loss?

No significant signal degradation is expected when connecting FireWire 400 (6-pin) to FireWire 400 (4-pin).

What is the best standard achievable with FireWire 400 (6-pin) to FireWire 400 (4-pin)?

The best standard achievable when connecting FireWire 400 (6-pin) to FireWire 400 (4-pin) is FireWire 400 (IEEE 1394a), which supports up to 0,40 Gbps.

FireWire 400 (6-pin) ↔ FireWire 400 (4-pin)

Kompatibilitätsprüfung und Signalweg-Analyse

Kompatibel

Diese Stecker können direkt oder mit einem Standard-Kabel verbunden werden.

Signalweg

FireWire 400 (6-pin) Unknown

Kabel

Max.: FireWire 400 (IEEE 1394a)

FireWire 400 (4-pin) Unknown

FireWire 400 (6-pin)

Familie Legacy Data

Formfaktor Rectangular with notch

Pin-Anzahl 6

Umkehrbar Nein

FireWire 400 (4-pin)

Familie Legacy Data

Formfaktor Small rectangular

Pin-Anzahl 4

Umkehrbar Nein

Hinweise

6-Pin liefert Bus-Power, 4-Pin nicht. Ansonsten identisch.