Tripp Lite U209-004 user manual Installing under Windows NT, Uninstalling from Windows

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Tripp Lite USB to Serial Adapter User’s ManualInstalling the software

Step

Procedure

Description

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Click the Finish button.

The Wizard briefly displays a series of

 

 

Unknown hardware found and

 

 

Installing messages as it installs each

 

 

serial USB port. Your USB to Serial

 

 

Adapter installation is complete!

 

 

 

Uninstalling from Windows 2000

Follow these steps in the event that you need to uninstall or reinstall the USB to serial Adapter software.

1.From the Control Panel, select System.

2.Press the Hardware tab.

3.Click on Device Manager.

4.Scroll down to Multi-port serial adapters and expand.

5.Highlight your Tripp Lite U209-004 USB to Serial Adapter.

6.Select the Action menu option.

7.Select Uninstall from the drop down menu.

8.Click OK at the Confirmation screen. Note that this also removes all the serial ports associated with your USB to Serial Adapter.

Installing under Windows NT

Note: Windows NT supports up to 256 serial ports.

You must install the Windows NT device driver by running the SETUP program, a command line-based configuration utility for adding USB bus and ISA bus serial ports.

Step

Procedure

Description

!

Step 1

Turn on the power to your computer

This is the system in which the USB to

 

 

system and insert the Tripp Lite

Serial Adapter is to be installed and the

 

 

installation CD into your CD-ROM drive.

CD that shipped with the USB adapter.

!

Step 2

Select Start – Run from the task bar.

This complete path is E:\WINNT4\.

 

 

Navigate to the CD-ROM’s WINNT4

Replace E:\ with your CD-ROM drive

 

 

directory and select Setup.exe.

designation.

 

 

Click OK.

The Installation Wizard launches.

 

 

 

 

!

Step 3

Click Next or Yes as prompted

Be sure to answer Yes to launch the USB

 

 

 

device support setup.

 

 

Click Finish at the final installation

Your computer will reboot.

 

 

screen

 

!Step 4 Connect your USB to Serial Adapter to your computer as follows:

Plug the wide flat end of the USB cable into the downstream connector.

Plug the square end of the USB cable into the back of the USB to Serial Adapter box.

This is the connector located on the back of the computer or USB hub.

Your USB to Serial Adapter installation is complete!

Contact Tripp Lite support for further information.

Rev 2.0 (5/30/2003)

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Contents U209-004 Page Table of contents Figures Tables Introduction System requirements Getting startedComplete USB adapter package ships A single boxInstalling the USB to serial adapter Installing under Windows XPWindows searches for drivers for Serial USB adapterStarts and indicates that Windows XP Wizard installs the software promptInstalling prompt Has not yet tested the software. Note thatInstall software for USB serial port USB adapter installation isComplete. Next, the Wizard installs Serial USB portsWizard should go automatically to This is the CD that shipped with yourUSB to serial Adapter USB driver location. If necessaryYour USB to Serial Adapter installation is complete Hardware found and Installing messagesAs it installs the serial USB port Wizard briefly displays the UnknownHardware Wizard. The Found new Installing under WindowsUninstalling from Windows XP Hardware prompt displaysThis is the CD that shipped with the USB to Serial Adapter Search for or display driversLocate driver files prompt displays Location with the USB to Serial Adapter If necessary, you can also select SpecifyLocation and browse to the desired DriversStarts and indicates that Windows Please wait while the Wizard installsFinished installing prompt Software does work properly withWin 2000 Finished installing prompt USB portsSearch for or display device driver Win 2000 Search for or display device driver promptLocation with the USB to Serial If necessary, you can also selectSpecify a location option and browse to Adapter driversDisplays the Installation complete Wizard completes the installationPrompt Installing under Windows NT Uninstalling from WindowsInstalling under Windows Me Hardware Wizard to install the serial PortsWin Me Ready to install prompt Uninstalling from Windows Me Computer of USB hub Installing under Windows 98/98SESearch or select prompt displays Search for new drivers prompt Win 98/98SE Search or select promptInstalling software prompt You may be able to install the softwareReady to install the best driver By checking the CD-ROM drive checkWin 98/98SE Finished installing software prompt Search or display prompt displaysDevice then click the Next button Windows copies the appropriate files Ready to install prompt displaysThis is the CD that shipped with From the CD, then displays the FinishedSerial ports. When the desktop Uninstalling from Windows 98/98SEInstalling messages as it installs the rest Installation is completeMaking external connections RS-232 serial connectionsTesting DB-9 serial ports in HyperTerminal Running HyperterminalExploring Device Manager screens Using Device ManagerAccessing Device Manager Win XPBox opens and displays the General tab USB Serial Port Properties dialogAdvanced Options dialog box 40 for details Port Settings dialog box displaysSee the Data rate multiplier section on Ports associated with the USB toValues for the selected port Port Settings window sets defaultSee the Setting advanced options section On page 40 section for detailsRevert to the previously installed driver Clicking Update Driver opensInstallation Wizard USB Serial Driver properties dialogUSB Serial Port Settings properties Dialog box displaysDefaults for the selected port Port Settings window can setOn page 40 for details Made in any of the dialog boxes Dialog box returnsClicking OK saves any changes you Box displays. See the figure onDialog box This option launches the InstallationWizard Setting advanced options Data rate multiplierTroubleshooting Problem Cause SolutionSpecifications Appendix aWarranty information Appendix B

U209-004 specifications

The Tripp Lite U209-004 is an innovative USB hub designed to enhance connectivity for various devices while ensuring optimal performance. This compact and efficient device grants users the ability to expand their USB connection options effortlessly. With four USB 2.0 ports, the U209-004 accommodates multiple devices, allowing users to connect a variety of peripherals simultaneously, including keyboards, mice, printers, and external storage solutions.

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