EXSYS FireWire 800 to 400 Cable 9-Pin to 4-Pin, 2m, Black EX-K6871

Transfer data at up to 800 Mbps with this EXSYS FireWire 800 to 400 cable, connecting your 9-pin FireWire 800 host to a 4-pin FireWire 400 device over a convenient 2-meter length.

Overview

The EXSYS EX-K6871 bridges the gap between FireWire 800 and FireWire 400, enabling high-speed connections to legacy peripherals. With a 9-pin male connector on one end and a 4-pin male connector on the other, this cable is ideal for linking modern computers to devices like digital camcorders, external drives, and audio interfaces. The 2-meter length provides flexibility in setup, while the double shielding (foil and braid) ensures reliable data integrity even in electrically noisy environments.

What stands out

• Supports FireWire 800 speeds up to 800 Mbps, twice as fast as FireWire 400.
• Backward compatible with IEEE 1394a (FireWire 400) devices.
• Double shielded with foil and braid for superior signal quality.
• Durable PVC jacket and copper conductors for long-lasting performance.
• Plug-and-play, no drivers required.

Technical details

• Cable type: FireWire (IEEE 1394b)
• Connector 1: FireWire 800 9-pin male
• Connector 2: FireWire 400 4-pin male
• Length: 2.0 m
• Maximum data transfer rate: 800 Mbps
• Shielding: Double (foil and braid)
• Colour: Black
• Jacket material: PVC
• Conductor material: Copper
• Connector gender: Male to male

Our verdict

A reliable and high-performance cable for connecting FireWire 800 hosts to FireWire 400 peripherals, offering excellent speed and shielding in a practical 2-meter length.