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)

Verificación de compatibilidad y análisis de ruta de señal

Compatible

Estos conectores se pueden conectar directamente o con un cable estándar.

Ruta de Señal

FireWire 400 (6-pin) Unknown

Cable

Máx.: FireWire 400 (IEEE 1394a)

FireWire 400 (4-pin) Unknown

FireWire 400 (6-pin)

Familia Legacy Data

Factor de Forma Rectangular with notch

Cantidad de Pines 6

Reversible No

FireWire 400 (4-pin)

Familia Legacy Data

Factor de Forma Small rectangular

Cantidad de Pines 4

Reversible No

Notas

6 pines proporciona alimentación del bus, 4 pines no. Por lo demás idénticos.