FireWire Versions and Speeds
| Version | Speed (Mbps) | Standard | Introduction Year | Cable Connector | Max Cable Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FireWire 400 (IEEE 1394-1995) | 100, 200, 400 | IEEE 1394-1995 | 1995 | 6-pin, 4-pin | 4.5 meters |
| FireWire 800 (IEEE 1394b-2002) | 786.432 | IEEE 1394b-2002 | 2002 | 9-pin | 100 meters (optical), 4.5 meters (copper) |
| FireWire S1600 | 1572.864 | IEEE 1394-2008 | 2007 | 9-pin | 100 meters (optical), 4.5 meters (copper) |
| FireWire S3200 | 3145.728 | IEEE 1394-2008 | 2007 | 9-pin | 100 meters (optical), 4.5 meters (copper) |
| FireWire S800T | 786.432 | IEEE 1394-2008 | 2011 | RJ-45 (Twisted Pair) | 100 meters (Twisted Pair) |