ISI5634PCI/4/8 Quick Start Guide

LINUX: Driver installation and loading

Execute the 'Install' script to build the driver and to copy the driver and firmware files to the required folder.

>cd /isi

>./Install

For ISI cards with the ISA bus, the installation script requires the user to type in the I/O address and the IRQ to be used. However, for ISI cards with the PCI bus (ISI5634PCI cards have the PCI bus), simply press ENTER when asked for addresses and IRQs. The installation creates the script file 'ISICOMStart' in the destination folder. 'ISICOMStart' automates the loading process for the driver and firmware.

To view busy I/O address space on your system, enter

cat/proc/ioports

To view busy IRQs, enter:

cat /proc/interrupts

You must load the driver before you can load the firmware. You can load the driver manually using the 'insmod' utility. For ISI cards with the ISA bus, the I/O base address and the IRQ required by the card also need to be passed as parameters to insmod (this does not apply to ISI5634PCI cards because they are equipped with the PCI bus).

insmod isicom io=card1, ... card4 irq=card1,

... card4

The PCI cards and their configurations will be auto-detected by the driver.

You can manually load the firmware into all of the installed ISI cards simultaneously by executing the 'frmld' utility in the installation folder. The firmware to all the installed cards can be manually loaded by executing the 'firmld' utility in the installation folder. This utility requires the firmware files (.bin) to be located in the /usr/local/ ISICOM/ folder.

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8, ISI5634PCI, 4 specifications

Multi-Tech Systems has long been recognized as a leader in the field of data communications and telecommunications solutions. Among its robust product offerings is the ISI5634PCI, a versatile and powerful communication interface designed for various applications. The ISI5634PCI is particularly well-suited for industries requiring reliable and efficient data transfer, such as telecommunication, networking, and systems integration.

One of the most notable features of the ISI5634PCI is its PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) interface, which ensures seamless compatibility with a wide range of computers and peripheral devices. This compatibility is critical for businesses looking to enhance their existing systems without requiring significant modifications. The PCI interface also allows for high-speed data transfer, ensuring that data packets are moved efficiently with minimal latency.

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