Silex technology SX-500-1402 manual Installing the Serial Device Server Hardware

Chapter 2 Installing the Serial Device Server Hardware

The Serial Device Server includes most of the hardware and software components required for installation. The one item that you will need to purchase separately is a cable to connect your serial device to the Serial Device Server (this cable is not included because of the wide variety of connector types used on serial devices).

Verify Package Contents

The Serial Device Server includes the components listed in Table 1. Please ensure that all materials listed are present and free from visible damage or defects before proceeding. If anything appears to be missing or damaged, please contact Silex.

Table 1 Package Contents

Description

SX-500 Base Unit w/external pole antenna

Setup Guide

CD-ROM containing Serial Port Emulator Software, and User’s

Reference Guide

AC Power Supply with power cord

Warranty Card

Installing the Serial Device Server

Follow the steps below to install the Serial Device Server. The Serial Device Server’s factory default settings should be sufficient for most serial connections; however, some of the configuration settings may have to be changed for your particular installation.

1.Before attempting to install the Serial Device Server, make sure you have installed and set up your serial device as described in the documentation that came with the device.