Black Box SW925AE, SW928C Configuring the Modular Smart Switch, Setting the Global Timeout Period

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MODULAR SMART SWITCH

 

MODULAR SMART SWITCH

4. Configuring the Modular Smart Switch

4.1 Setting the Global Timeout Period

The ports on the Modular Smart Switch are configured using a number of option switches situated on the modules. In addition to the port configuration, the global timeout values can be set using option switches on the main board. Figures 4-1,4-2,and 4-3show the meaning of each of the sets of option switches. Set the option switches as required.

NOTE

The option switches are only read when the Modular Smart Switch is first powered on. Changing the settings while the Modular Smart Switch is powered on will have no immediate effect.

OFF ON

(0)(1)

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0 0 Timeout = 16 seconds

01 Timeout = 30 seconds

10 Timeout = 1 minute

1 1 Timeout = 4 minutes

Reserved - set to 0

TEST switch - set to 0 (OFF) for normal operation

Figure 4-1. Setting the Global Timeout Period.

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Contents Modular Smart Switch Modular Smart Switch Modular Smart Switch Contents Chapter Modular Smart Switch Features Specifications Introduction 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 PortsUsing the Modular Smart Switch Port Indicators 1 toBuffer Status Indicators Installing the Resident Software Using the Control SoftwareCommand-Line Options Running the Control Software from the DOS PromptUsing the Control Software Running the Control Software from within Microsoft WindowsRight 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