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Keyspan:Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS-v2.6 User Manual

The Default buffer size text box allows to set a different buffer size to be established for the specified Adapter port. This change takes effect upon restart of your computer. Since most applications which use serial ports supply their own buffer, this setting often has no benefit.

The Double Baud Rate check box will allow certain older applications to use higher data rates than were foreseen when the application was written. Some applications, for example, may not provide the opportunity to select a baud rate above 57.6 Kbps. When this check box is checked, the port will use a baud rate which is exactly double the rate specified in the application software. Changes will take effect upon restart of your computer.

WARNING: DO NOT enable this check box if you do not need to. Enabling this check box in software that supports the baud rates higher than 57.6 will cause that software to operate incorrectly.

The Emulate Modem/Printer Port check box allows your Keyspan adapter to emulate the "Printer Port" or "Modem Port" as found on older Macintosh computers. This allows software that is not CommToolBox Savvy to use a port on the Keyspan adapter.

Note: This option is only available on Macs that do not have a built-in Modem or Printer (ie "Blue and White" G3s, iMacs, iBooks, etc.). On Keyspan Adapters that only have ONE serial port, you can only emulate the Printer port.

The Stats button will cause a Port Statistics window to appear. The Stats window can be used to confirm that a baud rate for the selected port is set at your intended value. It may also be used to document the existence of communications errors.

The Status text box displays current status of the selected port. Information in this text box is dynamically updated.

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This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS.

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Contents Table of Contents Contents IntroductionRequirements Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Serial Port CapabilitiesKeyspan Mini Port Replicator Printer Port Keyspan Mini Port Replicator 2 port USB HubInstalling the Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS Installation InstructionsInstalling the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Hardware Configuring Your Serial Device Connecting Your Serial Device HardwareConfiguring Your Serial Devices Software Keyspan Serial Assistant window Use Your Serial Device Explanation of Assistant Features Keyspan Serial AssistantLaunching the Keyspan Serial Assistant Keyspan Serial Assistant Window Assist Menu Keyspan ManagerKeyspan Manager Window Explanation of Manager FeaturesOn next On next Special Menu Adapter and Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Problem Solving Hardware TroubleshootingSoftware/Serial Device Troubleshooting When You Need More Help Appendices Frequently Asked Question List Frequently Asked Questions FAQsRev 02jun20JA 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 InformationRed LED BehaviorDeclaration of Conformity Canada Digital Apparatus EMI Standard CE Mark Declaration of ConformityAustralia/New Zealand CopyrightTrademarks Keyspan Warranty Information Copyright ProtectionLicense Grant No Liability for Consequential Damages Limited Warranty on Software and MediaGeneral Support Information Contacting SupportInternational Support Options