MODULAR SMART SWITCH
1. Specifications
Base Chassis (SW925A/SW925AE)—6 dual-port module slots, 2 memory module slots, integral power supply
Ports—Parallel:Dual parallel-port module slots with DB25 female connectors. Automatic in/out detection or selectable by option switches. 30,000 cps. Serial: Dual serial-port modules contain 2 bidirectional RS-232/422 interfaces with DB25 male connectors.
Switches—Control protocol and RS-232/422 selection and baud rates.
Baud Rates—300, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, and 57600 bps
Handshake—CTS/DTR hardware XON/XOFF, ETX/ATK.
Functional Features—Code-string control; data broadcast to multiple ports; print to first available printer; file transfer compatible with Laplink, Fastlynx, Kermit, Xmodem, etc.
Timeout—Selectable from 1 to 255 seconds
Indicators—LEDs: Buffer status, individual channel activity, power
Power—115 or 230 VAC, 60/50 Hz
Size—3.5"H x 13.1"W x 9.4"D (9 x 33.5 x 24 cm)
Weight—7.7 lb. (3.5 kg)
MODULAR SMART SWITCH
2. Introduction
The Modular Smart Switch is suitable for a wide variety of applications, including printer and plotter sharing, file transfer, modem sharing, network switching, electronic point-of-sale systems, access control networks, machine tool control, data collection, and mainframe connections.
2.1 Features
•Modular and user-upgradeable construction.
•Mixed serial (RS-232/422) and parallel ports in any combination.
•Up to 12 ports and 4 MB of buffer memory.
•Automatic printer and plotter sharing.
•Any port can be routed to any other port.
•File transfer between computers using standard file-transfer software.
•Memory-resident control software for selecting destination ports.
•Multiple copies of printouts.
•Unwanted print data can be cleared from the switch’s buffer.
•Software for high-speed serial data output from PCs.
•Full-duplex serial data communications.
2.2 Product Information
The following items are available:
•Modular Smart Switch Chassis w/ 1 Meg Memory (SW925A, SW925AE) includes:
Main chassis with 6 dual-port module slots and 2 memory slots
Software disk in 3.5" format
Power lead with 115 VAC or 230 VAC plug
5 module blanking plates with fixing screws
This user manual
