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Using ESP Manager
Chapter 4: USING ESP MANAGER
The ESP Manager software allows:
•Searching for servers connected to the network
•Displaying and changing the configuration of those servers
•Installing virtual COM ports on a computer
•Displaying and configuring virtual COM ports
•Uninstalling virtual COM ports on a computer
•Upgrading the Serial Server firmware
•Monitoring Port Status
•Saving and Loading Configuration Files
Hardware Setup
Step 1: Connect the Serial Server to the LAN or to a computer Ethernet port. Set all the DIP switches on the Serial Server to the OFF position
Figure 19. Ethernet Connection via a LAN
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Using ESP Manager
Figure 20. Direct Ethernet Connection using a Crossover Cable
Note:
Use an Ethernet Crossover Cable if connecting directly to a computer
LAN card.
Step 2: Apply power. The red Power indicator will light, the Link indicator lights when an Ethernet connection is made, and the Ready indicator will flash.
Software Setup
Step 3. To run the ESP Manager, from the Windows Desktop click:
Start → Programs → B&B Electronics → VLINX → ESP Servers → VLINX ESP Manager
As soon as the ESP Manager opens it will initiate Searching Server and after a few seconds the Serial Server List will display all (ESP90x) Serial Servers on the network.
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