Black Box SW929C, SW928C manual Installing Memory and Port Modules, Fitting Expansion-Buffer Memory

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MODULAR SMART SWITCH

Dual Serial RS232/422 Port Module (SW926C)

Dual Parallel Port Module In/Out (SW927C)

1 Meg Memory Expansion (SW928C)

2 Meg Memory Expansion (SW929C)

MODULAR SMART SWITCH

3. Installing Memory and Port Modules

To fit memory and port modules, you will need to remove the lid of your Modular Smart Switch. To do this, remove the four retaining screws holding the lid in place (see Figure 3-2) and lift the lid away.

3.1 Fitting Expansion-Buffer Memory

The Modular Smart Switch contains two memory module slots (A and B), each of which can be fitted with a 1 MB or 2MB buffer memory module (see Figure 3-1). The Modular Smart Switch is supplied as standard with a 1 Meg buffer memory module fitted in slot A.

Memory slot B

Memory slot A

 

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Figure 3-1. Fitting Expansion Buffer Memory Modules.

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Contents Modular Smart Switch Modular Smart Switch Modular Smart Switch Contents Chapter Modular Smart Switch Product Information SpecificationsFeatures IntroductionFitting Expansion-Buffer Memory Installing Memory and Port ModulesFitting Port Modules Fitting Port ModulesSetting the Global Timeout Period Configuring the Modular Smart SwitchOFF Timeout PeriodSoftware Handshake Setting Serial-Port Protocols and OptionsProtocols Hardware HandshakeSelecting Ports for Your Equipment Installing the Modular Smart SwitchPositioning the Modular Smart Switch Connecting Devices to the Modular Smart SwitchComputers Connected to Parallel Ports Switching OnMode LPT1=COM1 Enabling ComputersPort Indicators 1 to Using the Modular Smart SwitchBuffer Status Indicators Running the Control Software from the DOS Prompt Using the Control SoftwareInstalling the Resident Software Command-Line OptionsRunning 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 MenuHigh-Baud-Rate Limitations Serial Port Control UtilityAdmode COMn baud, parity, databits, stopbits ExampleEither Using the Control Software with Windows VersionTransferring Files Between IBM Compatible PCs Using the Modular Smart Switch to Transfer FilesHotkey Using the Control Software with File-Transfer SoftwareTransferring Data Between PCs Not Compatible with IBM General Hints and TipsPM Connect Software CommandsConnect Command IntroductionPM Clear Clear CommandEnd-of-File Command PM Connect 1 TimeoutoffSending Default Start-of-Day Destination Ports Troubleshooting RS-232 and RS-422 Pin Assignments Appendix a Serial PortsMerged Printouts Print Data Transmitted but File Transfer FailsCTS 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