Mega System Tech RS232 Networking with NET101, NET101 using a Virtual COM Port in Windows mode

Chapter 1: Introduction

Section 2. Networking with NET101

NET101 gives the user two options when it comes to Network connection. The user may choose to manage and control the various serial devices over Internet using windows Virtual COM port function (refer to Fig 1). In this configuration, a NET101 is connected to a serial device. The user can then manage and control each of these serial devices over LAN.

Fig.1 NET101 using a Virtual COM Port in Windows mode

To extend this further, the user may opt to have a One-on-One configuration (refer to Fig. 2). One of these 2 NET101 needs to be configured in Master mode, and the other is configured in Slave mode.

Fig.2 NET101 a One-on-One Communication Diagram

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