Lantronix EDS1100, EDS2100 quick start - page 5

Linux Software Developers Kit (SDK) Quick Start Guide 5
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This Quick Start Guide explains the basics: how to connect and set up your target on the network; how to
install the SDK; and how to build the firmware images. For more detailed information, refer to the User
Guide supplied with this product or our Lantronix Web site www.lantronix.com/s upport/downloads.
Overview
The Lantronix Linux Software Developer's Kit (SDK) is an embedded har dware and software suite that
enables Linux developers to create applications on Lantronix' embedded networking modules.
The MatchPort AR module can be used to add networking capabilities to your device. The development
board includes two RS-232 serial ports and a 10/100Base-TX network connec tion (RJ45).
The XPort Pro module can be used to add networking capabilities to your device. The development board
includes an RS-232 serial port and a 10/100Base-TX network connection (RJ 45).
The EDS1100 & EDS2100 are external device servers that can be used to add networking capabilities to
your device. The EDS1100 has one RS-232 serial port and a 10/ 100Base-TX network connec tion
(RJ45). The EDS2100 has two RS-232 serial ports and a 10/100 Base-TX network connec tion (RJ45).
Based on the 2.6 Linux kernel, and leveraging existing open source soft ware, the SDK simplifies the
process of adding custom applications. Device drivers, GNU toolchain, pre-def ined configuration profiles,
and sample applications are all included.