StarTech.com 2 Port ISA RS232 Serial Adapter Card with 16550 UART
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3. ISA Serial Card 1 Port RS 232 Serial ISA Card 2 Port RS 232 Serial ISA Card ISA1S550 Instruction Manual ISA2S550 Actual product may vary from photo StarTech com f The Professionals Source for Hard to Find Computer Parts FCC Compliance Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Use of Trademarks Registered Trademarks and other Protected Names and Symbols This manual may make reference to trademarks
4. d 2 Remove the cover of your system see your computer s user manual for details if necessary and gently turn your computer onto its side 3 Locate an empty ISA slot and remove the metal plate that covers the rear bracket You may need a Phillips screwdriver to perform this step Retain the screw You will need it to secure the card later 4 Gently insert the card into the empty slot making sure it is firmly seated 5 Secure the card in place using the screw you removed in Step 3 6 Put the computer case back on Setting the Jumpers There are three sets of jumpers that can be configured on your card reference transfer rate COM address and IRQ address Reference Transfer Rate There are three possible transfer rate settings labeled 1 2 and 4 for the COM port s The phrase reference refers to the maximum possible transfer rate between the port and your device and my not be the actual transfer speed under operational conditions Each pin corresponds to the following transfer rate 2 Instruction Manual 1 115 2 Kbits sec default 2 230 4 Kbits sec 460 8 Kbits sec Set the transfer rate for each port by setting the jumpers according to the following example 1 2 4 i 2 4 COMA COMB In the example above Port A has been set to 460 8 Kbits sec and Port B has been set to 230 4 Kbits sec For the single port model you will only have the pins and jumpers to configure Port A COM Address T
5. here are seven possible COM address settings labeled 1 through 7 For the single port model you will have a jumper to configure port A only 1 Find an available COM Address on your system Consult the user manual that came with your OS for instructions if necessary This card supports COM Addresses 1 through 7 2 Set the COM Address for each port by placing the jumpers according to the following example In the example above Port Ais set to COM 1 and Port B is set to COM 2 The base addresses are as follows COM 5 2F0 Hex COM 6 3E0 Hex COM 7 2E0 Hex IRQ Address There are eight possible IRQ address settings labeled 3 4 5 9 10 11 12 15 for each port 2 port version For the single port model you will have a jumper to configure port A only 1 Find an available IRQ on your system Consult the user manual that came with your OS for instructions if necessary 2 Set the IRQ line for each port by placing the jumpers according to the following example In the example above Port A is set to IRQ 4 and Port B is set to IRQ 3 Specifications ISA 8 bit 1 x DB 9 male ISA1S550 2 x DB 9 male ISA2S550 Maxmium Data Transfer Rate 460 Kbits sec Configurable IRQs 3 4 5 9 10 11 12 15 Configurable COM Port Number Settings 1 through 7 Chipset Hynix GM16C550 Instruction Manual Accessory Products from StarTech com Contact your local StarTech com dealer or visit www startech com for
6. oducts may be returned for repair or replacement with equivalent products at our discretion The warranty covers parts and labor costs only StarTech com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from misuse abuse alteration or normal wear and tear Limitation of Liability In no event shall the liability of StarTech com Ltd and StarTech com USA LLP or their officers directors employees or agents for any damages whether direct or indirect special punitive incidental consequential or otherwise loss of profits loss of business or any pecuniary loss arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual price paid for the product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages If such laws apply the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement may not apply to you About StarTech com StarTech com is The Professionals Source for Hard to Find Computer Parts Since 1985 we have been providing IT professionals with the quality products they need to complete their solutions We offer an unmatched selection of computer parts cables server management solutions and A V products and serve a worldwide market through our locations in the United States Canada the United Kingdom and Taiwan Revised 23 November 2004 Rev B
7. ze your investment in existing serial based technology or integrated custom solutions Features Fast data transfer rates up to 460 Kbits sec Easy installation using a fully Plug and Play configuration e Backed by StarTech com s lifetime warranty and free technical support Before You Begin To ensure a quick and easy card installation please read through this section carefully before attempting to install the card WARNING ISA cards like all computer equipment can be severely damaged by static electricity Be sure that you are properly grounded before opening your computer case or touching your ISA card StarTech com recommends that you wear an anti static strap when installing any computer component If an anti static strap is unavailable discharge yourself of any static electricity build up by touching a large grounded metal surface such as the computer case for several seconds Also be careful to handle the ISA card by its edges and not the gold connectors System Requirements An IBM compatible computer with an available ISA slot Contents This package should contain e 1x ISA serial card e 1x Instruction Manual Instruction Manual Installation This section will guide you through the installation of your ISA card and the related software Please read through the instructions carefully and complete each step in the order listed Installing the Card 1 Make sure that your system is unplugged and you are grounde
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