Checkpoint Usb-c Console Driver

Plug your USB-C cable into the appliance's "Console" port and your laptop. Verify in Device Manager: Right-click the Start button > Device Manager . Expand Ports (COM & LPT) . Look for "Silicon Labs CP210x USB to UART Bridge." Note the COM port number (e.g., COM3 ). Terminal Emulator Settings

Ensure you are plugged into the port labeled , not the standard USB management ports. The driver is blocked (macOS) Go to System Settings > Privacy & Security .

Older Check Point appliances relied on the DB9 or RJ45 "rollover" cables. Modern laptops, however, rarely feature these ports. By integrating a USB-C console port, Check Point allows administrators to use a standard USB-C to USB-A (or USB-C to USB-C) cable without needing a bulky serial adapter. checkpoint usb-c console driver

Right-click the installer (usually CP210xVCPInstaller_x64.exe ) and select Run as Administrator .

Check Point devices have moved away from the traditional RJ45 serial port in favor of modern USB-C connectivity. While this simplifies the physical connection, getting your terminal emulator to talk to the hardware requires specific drivers and a bit of configuration. Plug your USB-C cable into the appliance's "Console"

Internally, these ports usually rely on a Silicon Labs CP210x or a similar UART-to-USB bridge chip. This chip is what requires a specific driver to create a "Virtual COM Port" on your machine. Where to Download the Drivers

Do not plug the appliance into your laptop yet. Download the ZIP: Grab the driver package from SK113113. Look for "Silicon Labs CP210x USB to UART Bridge

📌 Search for SK113113 on the Check Point Support Center. This SecureKnowledge article contains the direct download links for all supported operating systems. Step-by-Step Installation (Windows)