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Quick Start Guide

Figure QS-2. The Server Properties window.

Step 3: Change the Server Properties as required.

• Enable DHCP to allow the Serial Server to generate its own IP address

OR

Obtain appropriate static IP, netmask, and gateway addresses from your Network Administrator (recommended).

Set the Serial Port Mode property to RS-232 to match the serial device connected to the Serial Server.

Set Baud Rate, Data/Parity/Stop, and Flow Control to match the configuration of the serial device connected to the Serial Server port.

Step 4: When the parameters have been set, click “Update.” Following the prompts in the dialog boxes, Restart the Serial Server and Search all reachable servers again.

Step 5: Re-enter Server Properties to verify the changes have taken effect, or to view/change the configuration of other ports. Each port must be configured separately.

Install Virtual COM Ports on PC

Step 1: From the Windows Start menu, run the Install Virtual COM Ports utility included with the Serial Server Manager software,

Step 2: Search for all servers on the network

Step 3: Select a port and map it to an unused COM port (for example, Port 15). Configure it for TCP protocol and the appropriate IP address (determined in the last section).

Figure QS-3. Configuring the Virtual COM Port.

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Contents 4-Port Industrial Ethernet Serial Servers Trademarks Used in this Manual Trademarks Used in this ManualFCC and NOM Statement NOM Statement Table of Contents Using Telnet Hardware Setup Software InstallationSerial Server Configuration Quick Start GuideInstall Virtual COM Ports on PC Figure QS-3. Configuring the Virtual COM PortCheck Communications Specifications Specifications GeneralDefault Settings Port Serial Server dimensions Overview Features 2-, and 4-Port Industrial Serial ServersCommunication Modes Direct IP ModeVirtual COM Mode Paired Mode HeartbeatWhat’s Included Hardware DescriptionShows the 2-Port Serial Server. -2 describes its components Overview Connectors Hardware ConfigurationSwitches Default Mode Console ModeUpgrade Mode Serial Server/Port Operational Modes4 RS-232 Mode 5 RS-422 Mode6 RS-485H Mode 7 RS-485F ModePort Industrial Serial Server bias jumpers J13 Pull up Pull down Half-duplex 422/485 full-duplex J20 Installing the Software Installing the SoftwareAutomatic Installation Manual InstallationInstalling the Software Updating an Existing Installation Opening the Serial Server Manager softwareUsing Serial Server Manager Using Serial Server ManagerSoftware Setup Serial Server Manager windowSoftware Overview MenusSearch for Servers Server Icons PaneSerial Server/Virtual COM Lists Configure Server Properties Server Properties windowConfiguring the Serial Server Properties Configuring the Serial Server PropertiesDhcp Configuring the Serial Server Properties Configuring the Serial Server Properties Configuring the Serial Server Properties Configuring the Serial Server Properties Virtual COM Port Installation Installing Virtual COM PortsInstalliing Virtual COM Ports COMInst window Matching the Serial Server and Virtual COM Port Settings Installing Virtual COM Ports Removing Virtual COM Ports Removing Virtual COM Ports Using Serial Server ManagerUsing Device Manager Removing Virtual COM Ports Removing Virtual COM Ports Upgrading the Firmware Upgrading the Serial Server FirmwarePreparing the Software Upgrading the Serial Server Firmware Using Console Mode Using Console ModeConsole Mode Setup Navigating the Configuration MenusConsole Mode Configuration screens Using Console Mode Using the Web Server Using the Web ServerUsing the Web Server Web Server Operation Using Telnet Using TelnetUsing Telnet 1-Port Serial Server Terminal Block Pinout in RS-232 Mode Appendix a RS-232 ConnectionsAppendix B RS-422/485 Connections 1-Port Serial Server Terminal Block Pinout in RS-422 Mode Appendix C RS-485 Connections Signal Name RS-422 Direction Terminal Signal Ground Appendix D Network Connections Crossover Ethernet Cable RJ-45 Pinout Blackbox.com Blackbox.com Black Box Tech Support FREE! Live /7
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LES402A, LES401A, LES404A, 1-, 2-, and 4-Port Industrial Ethernet Serial Servers specifications

The Black Box LES402A, LES404A, and LES401A are robust industrial Ethernet serial servers designed to facilitate seamless communication between serial devices and Ethernet networks. These devices come in various configurations, including 1-port, 2-port, and 4-port options, making them suitable for a wide range of applications.

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Each server in this series is equipped with advanced features such as selectable baud rates, which range from 300 to 921,600 bps, catering to the needs of diverse serial peripherals. Additionally, the LES402A, LES404A, and LES401A include an easy-to-use web-based management interface that simplifies configuration and monitoring. Users can quickly set up parameters, manage connections, and perform diagnostics, all from a centralized interface.

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