User's Manual

Serial Server User’s Guide
Document #40179-120 Rev. X5 i
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section 1 – Product Overview
Introduction............................................................................................................................ 1-1
Package Contents................................................................................................................... 1-1
About this User’s Guide.........................................................................................................1-1
Windows System Requirements ............................................................................................ 1-2
Wireless Serial Server Requirements..................................................................................... 1-2
Component Descriptions........................................................................................................ 1-3
LED Indicators................................................................................................................ 1-4
Pushbutton Functions...................................................................................................... 1-4
Factory Default Settings ........................................................................................................1-5
Configuration Notes........................................................................................................ 1-5
Section 2 – Hardware Installation
Install the TROY Serial Server (for wired and wireless models) .......................................... 2-1
Section 3 – Configuration and Management
Configuration Options ...........................................................................................................3-1
ExtendView Utility......................................................................................................... 3-1
Installing the ExtendView Utility
(Windows Operating Systems).......................................... 3-1
Web Browser Interface ................................................................................................... 3-1
HP Web JetAdmin Utility............................................................................................... 3-1
Command Console..........................................................................................................3-2
Configuring the Serial Server via an Ethernet Connection.................................................... 3-2
Configuring the Serial Server via a Serial Connection.......................................................... 3-4
First-Time Configuration of the Wireless Serial Server Uisng 802.11b................................ 3-5
Verifying the Serial Server’s Connection to a Serial Device................................................. 3-6
Changing the Serial Settings.................................................................................................. 3-7
Changing the Baud Rate ................................................................................................. 3-7
Changing the Serial Port Protocol................................................................................... 3-7
Using the Modbus Protocol ................................................................................................... 3-8
Serial Transmission Modes............................................................................................. 3-8
Typical Modbus Applications......................................................................................... 3-8
Changing the Modbus Settings....................................................................................... 3-8
Section 4 - Troubleshooting
Introduction............................................................................................................................ 4-1
Troubleshooting Installation Problems.................................................................................. 4-1
Troubleshooting Network Configuration Problems............................................................... 4-1
Troubleshooting Windows Problems..................................................................................... 4-2
Troubleshooting Wireless Configuration Problems............................................................... 4-2
Section 5 – Where to Get Help
Obtaining Technical Assistance............................................................................................. 5-1
Worldwide Web Support ................................................................................................ 5-1
Technical Support........................................................................................................... 5-1
Returning Products ................................................................................................................ 5-2
Contacts ................................................................................................................................. 5-2
Technical Support........................................................................................................... 5-2