Keyspan Laptop Docking Station installation instructions Configuring Your Serial Device

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

4.1 - Configuring Your Serial Device

Prior to using your serial device (modem,UPS, etc.) with the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator, you must:

1.connect your serial device (hardware) to the Keyspan port

2.configure your serial device's software to use the Keyspan port

The following instructions provide a general overview of this process however we do provide specific configuration instructions for certain serial devices. For a list of these examples, please read the Configuration Examples for Mac OS Appendix in this manual.

Connecting Your Serial Device (Hardware)

If your Keyspan adapter is not connected, please do so NOW.

Step 1 - Connect Your Serial Device To The Keyspan Adapter

Attach your serial device's (ie Palm cradle, GPS, cell phone) serial cable to the serial port on your Keyspan Mini Port Replicator.

Step 2 - Determine Which Keyspan Port Your Serial Device Is Connected To

If your have a Keyspan product that has more than one serial port, please note which Keyspan serial port your serial device is connected to (the serial port on the Keyspan product, not your USB ports on your computer or USB hub). This information will become useful as we start Configuring Your Serial Device's Software.

Configuring Your Serial Device's Software

The following configuration instructions provide a basic overview of how to configure your software to use your Keyspan serial port(s). For specific instructions on how to operate your serial device, please refer to your serial device's user's manual for detailed instructions...

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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 Introduction ContentsRequirements 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 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 ManagerKeyspan Manager Window Explanation of Manager FeaturesOn next On next Special Menu Adapter and Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Hardware Troubleshooting Problem SolvingSoftware/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 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