User's Manual

NPort W2150A/W2250A Series Installing and Configuring the Software
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Overview
This chapter describes how to install and use NPort Windows Driver Manager, NPort Search Utility, and NPort
Linux and UNIX drivers. These items are located on the Document & Software CD that is provided with the
NPort W2150A/W2250A Series.
NPort Windows Driver Manager is a utility that installs and manages NPort COM drivers for COM mapping.
NPort Search Utility is a utility for the management of NPort device servers over the network. You may also
use NPort Search Utility to upgrade the firmware.
NPort Windows Driver Manager
NPort Windows Driver Manager installs remote NPort serial ports as new COM ports on your Windows PC. When
the drivers are installed and configured, devices that are attached to serial ports on the NPort will be treated as
if they were attached to your PC’s own COM ports. The NPort serial port must be configured for RealCOM mode
when being mapped to a COM port.
Installing NPort Windows Driver Manager
1. The main installation window will open when you insert the Document & Software CD. Click [INSTALL COM
Driver] to proceed. Once the installation program starts running, click [Yes] to proceed.
2. The installation wizard will open. Click [Next] to proceed.