Black Box SW929C, SW928C, SW927C, SW925AE, SW926C manual Modular Smart Switch

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APRIL 2000

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Modular Smart Switch

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Contents Modular Smart Switch Modular Smart Switch Modular Smart Switch Contents Chapter Modular Smart Switch Features SpecificationsIntroduction Product InformationFitting Expansion-Buffer Memory Installing Memory and Port ModulesFitting Port Modules Fitting Port ModulesSetting the Global Timeout Period Configuring the Modular Smart SwitchOFF Timeout PeriodProtocols Setting Serial-Port Protocols and OptionsHardware Handshake Software HandshakePositioning the Modular Smart Switch Installing the Modular Smart SwitchConnecting Devices to the Modular Smart Switch Selecting Ports for Your EquipmentMode LPT1=COM1 Switching OnEnabling Computers Computers Connected to Parallel PortsPort Indicators 1 to Using the Modular Smart SwitchBuffer Status Indicators Installing the Resident Software Using the Control SoftwareCommand-Line Options Running the Control Software from the DOS PromptRunning the Control Software from within Microsoft Windows Using the Control SoftwareRight Shift Selecting a Destination Printer, Plotter, or Modem Main MenuFile Transfer Direct Output Functions Options Destination Direct Output of Typed Keyboard CharactersSetting the Options Using the Functions MenuAdmode COMn baud, parity, databits, stopbits Serial Port Control UtilityExample High-Baud-Rate LimitationsEither Using the Control Software with Windows VersionTransferring Files Between IBM Compatible PCs Using the Modular Smart Switch to Transfer FilesTransferring Data Between PCs Not Compatible with IBM Using the Control Software with File-Transfer SoftwareGeneral Hints and Tips HotkeyConnect Command Software CommandsIntroduction PM ConnectEnd-of-File Command Clear CommandPM Connect 1 Timeoutoff PM ClearSending Default Start-of-Day Destination Ports Troubleshooting Merged Printouts Appendix a Serial PortsPrint Data Transmitted but File Transfer Fails RS-232 and RS-422 Pin AssignmentsCTS Connecting to Computers-RS-232 ConnectionsConnecting to Modems Connecting to PrintersConnecting to NEC Spinwriter Connecting to PlottersRS-422 Cables Connecting to DEC LN03 Laser PrinterParallel Pin Assignments Appendix B Parallel PortsCable for IBM PC, PC/XT, AT, or Compatible Cable to 36-Pin Amphenol Connector
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