Keyspan 1.9 Problem Solving, Hardware Troubleshooting, Software/Serial Device Troubleshooting

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Keyspan:High Speed USB Serial Adapter for Mac OS-v1.9 User Manual

6.1 - Problem Solving

If you are having problems with your Keyspan USB to Serial Adapter in Mac OS, please read the following instructions to assist you in troubleshooting your Keyspan adapter.

Hardware Troubleshooting

Step 1 - Use the Keyspan Serial Assistant

Launch the Keyspan Serial Assistant application. When you open the Keyspan Serial Assistant application, the 'Serial Adapter Status' text box will report 'Driver and USA-19W Device found OK' or '...Renumerating...Done'. These messages indicate the Keyspan adapter software and hardware are installed properly.

If you do not receive either of these messages, please contact Keyspan Tech Support for further assistance.

Otherwise, skip ahead to Step 2.

Software/Serial Device Troubleshooting

Step 2 - Check The Physical Connections

Make certain that your serial device is powered on and is properly connected to the Keyspan Serial Adapter.

Proceed to Step 3 ...

Step 3 - Check Your Serial Device's Software Configuration

Check to see if your serial device's software is configured to use the Keyspan port . Please refer to your serial device's documentation for instructions on how to select/switch/configure a serial port in that software.

Once you've found your software port configuration screen, does it display the Keyspan High Speed USB Serial Adapter port name(s)?

This User Manual applies to the Keyspan High Speed USB Serial Adapter Software for Mac OS.

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Contents Table of Contents Introduction ContentsRequirements Keyspan High Speed USB Serial Adapter Port Specifications HardwareSpecifications Software CapabilitiesRev 02may12JA Keyspan Serial Assistant in the Control Panels folder Installation InstructionsConnect the USB cable to the Adapter if necessary Connecting Your Serial Device Hardware Configuring Your Serial DeviceConfiguring Your Serial Devices Software Keyspan Serial Assistant window Use Your Serial Device Keyspan Serial Assistant Explanation of Assistant FeaturesLaunching the Keyspan Serial Assistant Keyspan Serial Assistant Window Assist Menu Keyspan Manager Window Explanation of Manager FeaturesRev 02may12JA On next Special Menu On next Adapter and Keyspan USB PDA Adapter Hardware Troubleshooting Problem SolvingSoftware/Serial Device Troubleshooting When You Need More Help Appendices Frequently Asked Question List Frequently Asked Questions FAQsRev 02may12JA Compatibility List for Mac OS Modems and Modem Software Configuration Examples for Mac OS Before you begin C.01 Palm DesktopOpen the HotSync Manager application Serial Port Settings tab and window Serial Port Pin Outs External Loopback Connector InformationLED Behavior Work Around ProblemTX Ack Advance OverviewWhat Should I Use? Integer baud / totalBitsPerCharacter * 1000 + Declaration of Conformity Canada Digital Apparatus EMI Standard CE Mark Declaration of ConformityCopyright Australia/New ZealandTrademarks Copyright Protection Keyspan Warranty InformationLicense Grant No Liability for Consequential Damages Limited Warranty on Software and MediaGeneral Contacting Support Support InformationInternational Support Options